Make:
Rolls-Royce / Bentley
Model:
Silver Cloud (Silver Cloud I and Silver Cloud II), Phantom V; Bentley S1, S2 and Bentley Continental S2
Model variant:
Standard saloon and long-wheelbase coachbuilt variants
Production years covered:
Silver Cloud I: 1955-1959; Silver Cloud II: 1959-1962; Phantom V: 1959-1968
Target audience:
Professional technicians, marque specialists, and owners performing their own brake system service and overhaul
Intended use:
Dedicated workshop reference for the Silver Cloud breaking (braking) system
Scope:
Focused coverage of the complete braking system across Silver Cloud, Silver Cloud II, and Phantom V platforms
Platform sharing:
Covers mechanically related Bentley S1, S2, and Continental S2 models sharing the same braking hardware
Advantage:
Single dedicated manual for a system otherwise scattered across multi-volume factory literature
Coverage areas:
Braking system: mechanical and hydraulic components, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, servo assistance, adjustment and overhaul
Applicable models:
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I & II, Phantom V; Bentley S1, S2, Continental S2
Manual type:
Service / workshop manual for the breaking (braking) system
Page count:
N/A - not specified for this listing
Delivery method:
Instant digital download after purchase
Braking system overview:
Complete system architecture for Silver Cloud I and II, Phantom V, and related Bentley S-series models
Servo mechanism:
Rolls-Royce mechanical/hydraulic servo-assisted brake system, including vacuum/hydraulic servo unit operation
Master cylinder:
Inspection, removal, overhaul, and refitting procedures
Wheel cylinders:
Front and rear wheel cylinder removal, overhaul, resealing, and refitting
Brake shoes and linings:
Removal, inspection, cleaning, relining, and replacement procedures
Brake drums:
Removal, inspection for wear and scoring, and refitting
Handbrake (parking brake):
Linkage, transmission brake, adjustment, and maintenance
Pedals and linkages:
Brake pedal assembly, mechanical linkage adjustment, and lubrication
Hydraulic pipework:
Pipes, unions, routing, bleeding, and replacement
Bleeding procedure:
Hydraulic system bleeding and fault isolation
Wheel hubs and bearings:
Hub removal and refitting in relation to brake service
Fault diagnosis:
Systematic troubleshooting: pedal travel, pulling, binding, fluid loss, servo failure
Adjustment procedures:
Brake shoe adjustment, handbrake adjustment, pedal free play
Overhaul sequences:
Step-by-step dismantling and reassembly with torque data and clearances where stated by the factory
Special tools:
Factory special tools and recommended service tooling references
Technical depth:
Factory-level detail suitable for overhaul rather than only owner-level checks
Diagrams:
Exploded views and sectional drawings of brake components
Specifications:
Filling data, adjustment figures, and wear limits as published by the factory
Parts listings:
Component identification and part references for brake system assemblies
Cross-model application:
Bentley S1/S2 and Continental S2 share brake components with Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud models
Consumables:
Recommended brake fluid and lining specifications as stated in the manual
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary engine:
Rolls-Royce/Bentley 4.9-litre (4,887 cc) inlet-over-exhaust straight-six (Silver Cloud I, Bentley S1)
Later engine:
Rolls-Royce/Bentley 6.2-litre (6,230 cc) all-alloy V8 (Silver Cloud II, Phantom V, Bentley S2)
Note:
This manual covers the breaking (braking) system; engine data is provided for identification only
Silver Cloud I output:
Approximately 155-170 bhp (4.9L six)
Silver Cloud II output:
Approximately 175-200 bhp (6.2L V8)
Fuel delivery:
Twin SU carburettors (six-cylinder); twin SU carburettors or automatic carburettor enrichment (V8)
Scope reminder:
For full engine overhaul data, refer to the complete Silver Cloud workshop manual - this document covers the braking system
Standard transmission:
4-speed manual gearbox (Silver Cloud I / Bentley S1)
Optional transmission:
General Motors 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission (standard on Silver Cloud II, Bentley S2, Phantom V)
Features:
Propeller shaft to conventional live rear axle; handbrake acts on a transmission brake at the gearbox output, covered in this braking manual
Wheelbase:
Standard: approximately 3,124 mm (123 in); long-wheelbase: approximately 3,226 mm (127 in)
Length:
Approximately 5,385 mm (212 in) for standard saloon
Curb weight:
Approximately 1,950-2,100 kg (4,300-4,600 lb) depending on body and model year
Brake type:
Hydraulically operated drum brakes on all four wheels with mechanical/hydraulic servo assistance
Servo assistance:
Rolls-Royce proprietary servo reducing pedal effort significantly relative to unassisted systems
Handbrake:
Mechanical transmission-type parking brake with independent linkage
Crash test ratings:
N/A - pre-modern-era vehicle, no formal crash test ratings exist
Passive safety:
N/A - era-appropriate construction; dedicated restraint systems not covered by this manual
Brake servo system:
Electro-hydraulic/mechanical servo technology - the defining technical feature addressed by this manual
Hydro-pneumatic self-levelling:
Rear suspension self-levelling system on later cars, interacting with hydraulic systems (context for service)
Audio system:
N/A - not covered by this braking system manual
Brake inspection:
Regular scheduled inspection of shoes, drums, and hydraulic components per factory service schedule
Lubrication:
Pedal linkage and handbrake linkage lubrication at recommended intervals
Brake fluid:
Use the brake fluid grade specified by Rolls-Royce in the manual; compatibility with servo system seals must be observed
Fluid capacity note:
Exact fill quantities stated within the manual procedures
Known Issues / Wear Items
Common wear items:
Brake shoe linings, wheel cylinder seals, master cylinder seals, drum wear
Known issues:
Servo units degrade with age; fluid leakage and loss of assistance are typical faults requiring overhaul
Adjustment drift:
Periodic shoe and handbrake adjustment needed to maintain pedal and lever travel
Manufacturer:
Rolls-Royce Limited, Crewe, England; Bentley models built alongside Rolls-Royce from 1946
Heritage:
The Silver Cloud (chassis design SRX series) was the last Rolls-Royce generation designed under the pre-Crewe leadership era, introduced 1955
Silver Cloud I:
1955-1959, 4.9L straight-six, manual or automatic gearbox
Silver Cloud II:
1959-1962, new 6.2L all-alloy V8, Hydra-Matic automatic
Phantom V:
1959-1968 flagship limousine on Silver Cloud mechanicals, mostly coachbuilt long-wheelbase bodies
Production location:
Rolls-Royce works, Crewe, Cheshire, England; coachbuilt bodies by Mulliner, Park Ward, James Young and others