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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).
Design position report listing the status of various components for the Bentley and 20/25 HP chassis.

Identifier  ExFiles\Box 30\3\  Scan145
Date  3rd April 1935 guessed
  
ITEM DESIGN POSITION.

BENTLEY CHASSIS.

Frame cross and separate gearbox (engine moved forward In hand.
3.00").
Borg and Beck clutch adapted to suit narrow pin crankshaft. Completed.

Bonnet valance, wings and apron - centrally mounted In hand.
radiator and front wings.

Rolled steel brake shoes. Completed.

Mounting of Currus fog lamp. In hand.

Alternative connecting rod for lead bronze bearings. Completed.

Modification to crankshaft rear end and spigot bearing Completed.
for Borg and Beck clutch.

Water connections for fully flexible engine mounting. In hand.


20/25 HP. CHASSIS.

Revised scheme of friction on servo balance arm. In hand.

Mounting of Currus fog lamp. In hand.

Modified set screw for throttle stop. Completed.

Support rings for valves. Completed.

17" road wheels - steering and shock damper geometry. Completed.
  
  


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