From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
Meeting notes discussing specifications and programmes for the Bentley 'M' Series and Bentley III models.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 161a\2\ scan0078 | |
| Date | 17th November 1937 | |
| - 4 - Cx{Major Len W. Cox - Advertising Manager}15/KW17.11.37. BENTLEY 1. "M" Series It was decided that the 6.5" tyres should be introduced on this series. 2. Overdrive Gearbox This was due to be available by the 16th instant, but is not yet ready. 3. Disc Wheels (Pressed steel) These cannot be used before the semi-floating axle. 4. It was decided that Raymond Mays should be allowed to have the large tyres and the thermoid clutch lining, on his new chassis, and that he should be regarded as an exception. BENTLEY III 1. Sg{Arthur F. Sidgreaves - MD} pointed out that the louvres on the bonnet were old fashioned and therefore out-of-date. He also suggested that the Works might consider the possibility of providing a sloping radiator. By was to consider this and arrange a mock-up after we have seen drawings. 2. Bentley III Programme and up-to-date Specification These are being reviewed and a revised programme and specification are being prepared for the next meeting. GENERAL 1. Standardisation Sheets - Forward . Several were discussed and signed. | ||