Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Three possible types of wheels (Michelin, Dunlop, Pressed Steel) for the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | x4263 x3599 Hs. from BY. c. to Mr. Booth. BY7/P12.7.21. X.15. X.3482 GOSHAWK 11. FRONT AXLE, REAR HUB AND BRAKE. RE TYPE OF WHEELS. X.4257 X.4263 x 3599 When I pressed Mr. Royce for a decision as to… | ||
| scan0002 | Wobbling Michelin disc wheels on the Goshawk 11 car. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. c. to Wd. X3599 Hs1/LG10.10.21. MICHELIN DISC WHEELS. X3599 The Michelin wheels on Goshawk 11. Car run out of truth. If one watches the car going along the road, one can notice the wheels… | ||
| scan0003 | Recommendation to offer wire wheels as an alternative to Michelin disc wheels due to performance issues. | ||
| View original record | X.3599 Extract from "sl/LG26.10.21. WIRE WHEELS. X.3599 Our people in France tell us emphatically that Michelin disc wheels spoil the riding of the car, have a tendency to buckle, and are being… | ||
| scan0004 | Findings from extensive road tests of Michelin disc wheels, including objections and confirmations. | ||
| View original record | X3599 HS6/LG15.11.21. /X3599 XZ458a CJ. from Hs. MICHELIN DISC WHEELS. We have run Michelin Disc Wheels on experimental cars for a total of 28,000 miles. This includes 10,000 miles on 2.EX Car in… | ||
| scan0005 | Performance of fitted wheels on Armoured cars and the need for wire wheel designs for the Goshawk model. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 385a (100 T) S.H. 798. 10-12-20. G 2947 contd. -2- Hs6/LG15.11.21. --------- dissatisfied. We have also fitted 130 sets of these wheels to Armoured cars and as these cars are excessively loaded,… | ||
| scan0006 | Requesting pricing for Dunlop and Rudge Whitworth wire wheels and noting a hub design issue. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To BY. from R. c. to CJ. c. to HS. R5/M9.12.21. GOSHAWK 11. WIRE WHEELS. X.3599 We received your memo. BY11/P5.12.21., but it does not give enough information to enable an opinion to be formed… | ||
| scan0007 | The position of the pedal shaft for B and D steering on the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to LHS. Sp. CJ. c. to BY. Da c. to Hs. EP. c. to Hy. Wor. X3599 R1/M19.12.21 RE GOSHAWK 11. PEDALS. X.4267 X4266 X3599 To facilitate production we arranged that the position of the… | ||
| scan0008 | Spare wheel arrangement and wheel supplier choice for the 'Swallow' model. | ||
| View original record | contd. -2- hope to be able to carry our spare wheel closer in, giving a better looking arrangement, and permitting a luggage carrier behind the spare wheel. X3599 We are arranging for Rudge Whitworth… | ||
| scan0009 | Internal order for two sets of 5 Dunlop disc wheels for Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | X3599 From Hs. yo Wd. Hs1/LG25.1.22 GOSHAWK 11. O/50517. X.3599. Please order one set of 5 Dunlop disc wheels 820 X 120 B.E. pattern. One set of 5 Dunlop disc wheems 32 X 4½" S.S. pattern complete… | ||
| scan0010 | Wheel options and suggested extras for the Goshawk model. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To BY. from R. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to C. Wsr. c. to Da. Hs. c. to EP. Wd. R3/M14.2.22. GOSHAWK WHEELS ETC. X.4240. X.3599 It is understood that the standard wheels are to be Rudge-Whitworth wire… | ||
| scan0011 | Weights and production progress for Rudge Whitworth and Dunlop wheels and rims. | ||
| View original record | BY c. to Hs. X.3599 ROY3/AG21.2.22 X.3602 X.3599 Details hereunder of weights supplied by the Rudge Whitworth Co. of straight-sided and beaded edge rims will no doubt be of interest. 1 32 X 4½… | ||
| scan0012 | Continuation of a document listing the weights of various tyres and rims. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- with straight-sided rim is 36.7 lbs. and 820 X 120 with beaded edge rim 25.2 lbs. Later - Tyre weights since to hand - i.e. 820 X 120 beaded edge cord cover 25 lbs. 4 ozs. Tube --- --- ---… | ||
| scan0013 | 'Goshawk' wheels and tyres, detailing weight comparisons and negotiations with Rudge-Whitworth. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To E. from BJ. Copy to Hs. "Goshawk" Wheels and Tyres. X3599 X3602 BJ14/H22.2.22. Mr. Royce, In case the following information is not known to I think it might be of assistance :- Copy of… | ||
| scan0014 | Request to supply Rudge Whitworth wire wheels for experimental Goshawk cars. | ||
| View original record | X3599 Wd/Ms. from Hy. Hy2/LG24. 2. 22. RE. WIRE WHEELS FOR EXPERIMENTAL GOSHAWKS. Will you please see that the 3 sets of Rudge Whitworth wheels which will be fitted to the 3 10,000 miles triad cars… | ||
| scan0015 | Comparison document outlining the weight differences between straight-sided and beaded edge wheels for the Goshawk model. | ||
| View original record | E. from Hs. c. to BJ. c. to Roy. X3599 X3601 Hs1/LG24. 2. 22. GOSHAWK - STRAIGHT-SIDED AND BEADED WHEELS. We do not consider the comparison between a 32 X 4½ straight-sided rim compared with a 820 X… | ||
| scan0016 | Decision to use wire wheels over disc wheels on the Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | X359S To Hs. from BJ. Copy to ~~Wor~~. BJ5/H11.3.22. GOSHAWK. With reference to our conference at Derby on the 8th, I understand you will write us stating why it is decided to use wire instead of disc… | ||
| scan0017 | Dunlop versus R.W. wire wheels for the Goshawk 11, noting the cost difference. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from EP. c. to Wd. X3599 EP6/LG30.3.22 WIRE WHEELS FOR GOSHAWK 11. X3599 Referring to the above, Hs. reports as follows:- R. is very pleased with the Dunlop wheels on this car. He is very keen on… | ||
| scan0018 | Scheme for a wheel carrier on the running boards for the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To BY. from Da/Ev. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. Da/Evl/M8.4.22. GOSHAWK 11. WHEELS ON RUNNING BOARDS. X.3599. X.3730. We send you herewith N.sch.1249 shewing a scheme for a carrier supporting… | ||
| scan0019 | Arranging for the examination of car wheels in Paris. | ||
| View original record | X3599 X4086 X5599 Hy - Laval - from Hs. Hs2/LG26.5.22. Now that C.J. will most probably take 7-Goshawk, it would appear that the R-W man could examine the wheels in Paris. Daniels of R-W will arrive… | ||
| scan0020 | Forwarding a communication from the Rudge-Whitworth Company regarding wheel creaks. | ||
| View original record | X3599 HS RECEIVED MAY 23 1922 Hs. from ROY. ROY3/HC26.5.22. Attached is copy of a communication received from the Rudge-Whitworth Company this morning, re wheel creaks, of which I have also sent a… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from John V. Pugh of Rudge Whitworth regarding a wheel creak issue on an Austro-Daimler car. | ||
| View original record | R R. 235 a (400 T) (S.C. 535. 15-2-16) G. 1546. COPY. RUDGE WHITWORTH LIMITED. COVENTRY. JVP/F. 24th May, 1922. Just after you telephoned me on Monday I saw Mr. Daniell and told him what I had said,… | ||
| scan0022 | Choice between Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wire wheels for the Goshawk project. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To HOY. from B.J. Copies to Wor. BP Hs. (Note: HOY. and Wor. are struck through) GOSHAWK. With reference to ROY2/AG11.4.22, at a conference with R. and CJ. yesterday, R. stated that he did not… | ||
| scan0023 | On the problem of creaking Goshawk Rudge-Whitworth wheels and their comparison to Dunlop wheels. | ||
| View original record | R. from Hs. c. CJ. c. E. c. Da. c. By. c. ROY. X3599 Hs1/T315.22. GOSHAWK RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS. X3599 7-Gos.II is running in France fitted with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels. Before the car left, we… | ||
| scan0024 | Comparing Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wire wheels, noting issues with the former and a preference for the latter. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from R. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to Da. E. c. to BY. Hs. c. to Sp. Hy. Y3599 R7/M2. 6. 22. X.3525 X.3599 X.4050 X.421. RE. RUDGE WHITWORTH & DUNLOP WIRE WHEELS. In light of recent experience we find… | ||
| scan0025 | Enclosing extracts concerning Goshawk wheels and a letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To CJ } from B.J. -> Hs. } BJ11/H2.6.22. Copy to ROY. X3579 3 JUN 1922 GOSHAWK WHEELS. D I enclose:- 1. Extract from ROY4/W31.5.22. 2. Extract from Mr. Pugh's (of Rudge-Whitworth Ltd) letter of the… | ||
| scan0026 | Important decision on Goshawk wheels, with a financial implication of £9,000-£10,000 per annum. | ||
| View original record | To E. from BJ. Copies to Capt GOSHAWK WHEELS. The attached matter is of such great importance (£9,000 or £10,000 per annum rests on the decision) that I am attaching full particulars for you to place… | ||
| scan0027 | Internal memorandum discussing the creaking issues and pricing of Rudge-Whitworth wheels for the 'Goshawk' chassis. | ||
| View original record | W/D. BJ. "GOSHAWK" WHEELS. Thank you for your note of the 30th inst. from which I see it is highly probable that we shall standard-ise Rudge-Whitworth wheels on this chassis. I have not heard of any… | ||
| scan0028 | Continued memo regarding the financial decision on the Goshawk wheel question, referencing a Rudge-Whitworth letter. | ||
| View original record | Roy4/W31.5.22 (Cont'd.) -2- of the Rudge-Whitworth letter dated 24th inst., seeing such a large sum of money is involved in the decision that is to be made on this Goshawk wheel question. (Signed)… | ||
| scan0029 | Creaking issues with Rudge-Whitworth wheels on a Goshawk model compared to Dunlop wheels. | ||
| View original record | R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to DA. c. to By. c. to ROY. Hs1/T31.5.22. GOSHAWK. RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS. 7-Gos.-II is running in France fitted with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels. Before the car… | ||
| scan0030 | Letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. concerning the diagnosis and resolution of a wheel creak. | ||
| View original record | RUDGE-WHITWORTH LTD., COVENTRY. Ref: JVP/F. Wednesday, 24th May 1922. "Just after you telephoned us on Monday I saw Mr. Daniell and told him what I had said, viz. that I personally had never heard or… | ||
| scan0031 | Choice between Dunlop and Rudge-Whitworth wheels for the Goshawk project. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to CJ. c. to HS. c. to Roy. X3599 R3/M7.6.22. GOSHAWK WHEELS. X. 3599. With reference to your memo. to E. (BJ10/H2.6.22.) I understand that Dunlops are prepared to take the same… | ||
| scan0032 | Communication from Rudge-Whitworth about creaking wheels on the 'Goshawk' car. | ||
| View original record | Hs. EP. By. Hy. X3599 Roy3/W12. 6. 22 RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS ON "GOSHAWK". Attached is copy of communication from the Rudge-Whitworth Company, Coventry, dated 8th. June, following the visit of Mr.… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. detailing an inspection of an experimental car's wheels and nuts, and suggesting improvements. | ||
| View original record | COPY. RUDGE-WHITWORTH LTD., Rudge Works, COVENTRY. Ref: JAD/B. 38199. Thursday, 8th. June, 1922. For the attention of Mr. H. Royce. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, The experimental car… | ||
| scan0034 | Trouble with Rudge-Whitworth wheels on 'Goshawk' cars and comparing them to Dunlop wheels. | ||
| View original record | X3599 from EP. c. to Hs. EP26/H13.6.22. Re. RUDGE WHITWORTH WHEELS ON "GOSHAWK". With reference to your Roy3/W12.6.22, attaching letter from Messrs. Rudge-Whitworth of the 8th.inst., as requested my… | ||
| scan0035 | Communication regarding creaking Rudge-Whitworth wheels on a 'Goshawk' car. | ||
| View original record | Hs Er By Hy RECEIVED 15 JUN 1922 X/3599 Roy5/W14. 6. 22 RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS ON "GOSHAWK". Attached is copy of further communication from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd., Coventry, dated 12th. June,… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter from Rudge Whitworth Ltd. clarifying that certain wheels were found to be slack because they had never been properly tightened. | ||
| View original record | COPY. RUDGE WHITWORTH LTD., Rudge Works, COVENTRY. Ref:- W. 12th June 1922. Rolls-Royce Limited, DERBY. Dear Sirs, With reference to telephonic conversation of this morning. I gather from your queries… | ||
| scan0037 | 7-Goshawk-11 car in France detailing issues with creaking wheels, oil on brakes, and loose steering bolts. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. Y3599 Hs2/LG30.6.22. 7-GOSHAWK-11 X.4086. We have received the following report from T.Maddocks who is in charge of… | ||
| scan0038 | Choice between R.W. (Rudge-Whitworth) and Dunlop wire wheels for the Goshawk and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. & Roy. from R. c. to Hs. Da. E. BY. X3599 R1/M6. 7. 22. RE. WIRE WHEELS X.4050 X3580 X. 3599. It is difficult at present to give a final decision as to whether the R.W. or Dunlop wheels should… | ||
| scan0039 | Works order to supply one complete Rudge Whitworth wheel for a Goshawk chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR 615C (10T) (SH 761 28-11-20) MP 231121 X3599. Mr. Hives (Exp.) WORKS ORDER NO. 43101 CHASSIS NO. Goshawk. Customer's Order No. Telegram 27.7.22. Customer's No. Owner's Name Customer Messrs.… | ||
| scan0040 | Arranging the despatch of a complete R.W. wheel to Major Hodges in Boulogne. | ||
| View original record | X3599 BP. from Hs. C. to Stores. Hs2/LG27.7.22. We are sending into the Stores - 1 complete R.W. wheel fitted with a 32 X 4½ straight sided rim. We wish this to be despatched to Major Hodges Casino… | ||
| scan0041 | Telegram from Paris requesting Rudge-Whitworth wheels be sent to a garage in Boulogne. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. X3599 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 1.0 Date: 29 / 7 / 22 To: Roycean Derby By: MB from: Paris Send to Major Hodges… | ||
| scan0042 | The importance of jacking up a wheel before tightening to prevent wear on Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wheel serrations. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. By. X3599 Roy3/W1822. RECEIVED APR 1 1922 In a conversation with Mr. Cowen, who has recently been testing a Goshawk in France fitted with Rudge-Whitworth wheels, he told me that our… | ||
| scan0043 | The Amateur Driven Goshawk, recommending its return due to obsolete parts and inquiring about a wheel failure. | ||
| View original record | W/S C. from Hs. X3599 Hsl/LG3.8.22. AMATEUR DRIVEN GOSHAWK. Y4086 / X3597 The Amateur driven Goshawk was CJ's and BJ's idea and we would sooner that they decided when they think the car has run… | ||
| scan0044 | Request for data on tests conducted with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels on the Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X. 3599 ROY6/FJ18-8-22. Following our recent conversation, CJ. and R. agree that we can supply the Rudge-Whitworth Co., in confidence, with the results of our tests with their wire wheels on… | ||
| scan0045 | Requesting checks and details on water pipe, oil pipe, and wheel failures on an amateur-driven Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | X3599 Wa. Paris. from Hs. Hs8/LG22.8.22. AMATEUR DRIVEN GOSHAWK. X3599 [Handwritten and crossed out: X4086] For Gauds sake correct the water pipe connection between the radiator and bottom water pipe… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning failures of demountable wheel rims and a proposed simple locking device. | ||
| View original record | X3599 Hsl/LG. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. 29th. Aug. 1922. Dear Sirs, Referring to your telephone message of this afternoon. The Car which Major Hodges was driving in… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding issues with demountable flanges coming off straight-sided rims when tyres deflate. | ||
| View original record | X 3599 X3599 / X4050 HS3/LG. 13th. Sept. 1922. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Col. Matthews. With reference to the complaint raised by us of… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter discussing modifications to Dunlop wheels and straight-sided rims to prevent parts detaching when a tyre deflates. | ||
| View original record | contd: -2- to 40 m.p.h, the demountable flange opens out sufficient for it to come off. At the present time, we are being asked by our Sales Dept. what modification has been made to the Dunlop wheels… | ||
| scan0049 | Postponing a meeting with Col. Matthew to discuss a complaint of broken spokes on Dunlop wire wheels for the 'Goshawk 11'. | ||
| View original record | By. from Wd. c.to Hs. c.to Hn. c.to BP. X3599 Wd1/NJ18.9.22. "Goshawk 11" - Dunlop Wire Wheels. With reference to By5/P13.9.22 and By/C9/P15.9.22, I have had a message from Col.Matthew suggesting that… | ||
| scan0050 | Broken spoke on a Dunlop wire wheel fitted to a No.4 Goshawk II, suggesting a design change. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from R. c. to CJ. Hs. c. to EP. Roy. X.3599. R3/M18.9.22. RE. DUNLOP WIRE WHEELS X.3599. I pointed out to Mr. Bailey that we had a broken spoke on No.4 Goshawk 11., caused by the bend in the… | ||
| scan0051 | From ROY to Hs. urging for the completion of the 'Goshawk' Wheel Report for the Rudge-Whitworth Company. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from ROY. X3599 ROY9/MG/2.10.22 Would you kindly urge the Rudge-Whitworth "Goshawk" Wheel Report, which we promised the Rudge-Whitworth Company to be in their possession the latter part of… | ||
| scan0052 | Telegram detailing instructions for the collection and modification of vehicle parts. | ||
| View original record | fle. Roycar Derby Hives make all shutters point 45 collect W R Station 6 pm hubcaps Remove present engraving plate reengrave stop send two pan front hub rear retaining nuts Dunlop wheel sent all… | ||
| scan0053 | The performance and issues with Rudge Whitworth wheels fitted to a 20 HP car, detailing noise and rim problems. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. Y3599 Hs3/LG6.10.22. REPORT ON RUDGE WHITWORTH WHEELS Y3599 X.421 FITTED TO 20 H.P. CAR. We ran one set of the above wheels 15,500 miles on 7-Goshawk-11 car and a second set we ran 1200… | ||
| scan0054 | Note on the arrangement and failure of Rudge Whitworth wheels due to noise. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- arrangement on the Rudge Whitworth wheels is very good indeed. The wheels failed because of the noise they caused. Hs. | ||
| scan0055 | Unsatisfactory results, such as noisy axles and booming, when fitting disc wheels to 20-HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X3599 EPB/H2.3.23. X1761 X3599 c. to Hs. re. Discs to Wheels - Unsatisfactory on 20-HP.Cars. We find in making our final tests of complete cars, that there is a "move" to fit discs on to the wheels of… | ||
| scan0056 | Unsatisfactory discs to wheels on 20 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from B.J. Hs. BJ6/H5.3.23. X3599 Re Discs to Wheels - Unsatisfactory on 20 h.p. Cars. With reference to EP8/H2.3.23, thank you for the information contained therein. I have written to the… | ||
| scan0057 | Maintaining standard specifications on demonstration cars and the reputation risks of non-standard parts like disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | C.S. & To Sg. from B.J. Copies to P.M. Cx. Departures from Standard on Trials Cars. ************** It has been laid down that no demonstration car shall be fitted with anything which is not our… | ||
| scan0058 | Request to supply a sixth spare wheel for 20-HP Chassis No. 184. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. to BP. c. to CHAT. X3595 ROY/Ms10/DB11.6.23. 20-HP Chassis No.184. We are requested to supply for the above Chassis a sixth spare wheel, 32" x 4 1/2" for Straight Sided tyres. As arranged, will… | ||
| scan0059 | Specification sheet detailing the characteristics of Goshawk 11 wheels. | ||
| View original record | X3599 28.6.23. DETAILS OF GOSHAWK 11. WHEELS. X3599 X4538 Weight of Whitworth wire wheel = 26.5 lbs. Wt. of 820 X 120 beaded edge cord tread tyres - = 30 1/4 lbs. Effective tyre dia. inflation… | ||
| scan0060 | Despatch of a spare wheel disc and bolt for Mr. Royce's 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | BP. from Hs. c. to Chat. X 3599 Hs2/LG20.9.23. We are sending into the Stores :- 1 spare wheel disc and bolt - for despatch to Mr. Royce WW. for his 20 HP. car 4-Goshawk-11. Hs. W | ||
| scan0061 | Fitting and testing of Rudge Whitworth wheels on a 20 HP car and ordering a new set for a 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from Hs. c. to Wor. X3599 Hs3/LG6.11.23. RUDGE WHITWORTH WHEELS. X421 X3599 With reference to the R-W wheels which we received for the 20 HP. We are at the moment fitting these on to a car and… | ||
| scan0062 | The testing of Rudge-Whitworth wheels on a 20 HP car, noting they are too tight on the hubs. | ||
| View original record | X3599 To BJ. from Hs. Hs3/LG30.11.23. RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS - 20 HP. 1431(crossed out) X3599 With reference to the set of R-W wheels we are running on a 20 HP. car - so far, they have behaved satis-… | ||
| scan0063 | Testing, procurement, and standardisation of R.W. wheels versus Dunlop wheels for various car models. | ||
| View original record | X3599 BJ. from Hs. Hs4/LG15.1.24. R.W. WHEELS. X421 X3599 With reference to your BJ1/H14.1.24. We are continuing the test of completing 10,000 miles - we are also urging delivery of the other two sets… | ||
| scan0064 | The 10,000-mile performance test of R.W. wheels for 20 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 403A (40 H) (SL 42 12-7-23). J.H., D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. X3599 REF: Hs2/LG1.3.24. To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. RG. c. to DA. E. c. to BY. WOR. R.W. WHEELS FOR 20 HP. CARS. We have… | ||
| scan0065 | Order for a set of wheels and balloon tyres for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X.3599 To BY. from Hs. Hs4/LG25.9.24. BALLOON TYRES FOR 20 HP. X3599 +4565 R. is anxious for us to push Balloon Tyres for the 20 HP. cars as standard, or for us to recommend them. The only set of 20… | ||
| scan0066 | Internal order request for tyres and tubes for Mr. Royce's 1-G-1 car. | ||
| View original record | To Ms. from Hs. X3599 Hs2/LG9.10.24. X3035 X3599 Please order for us :- 5 Dunlop beaded edge tyres and tubes to fit 765 X 105 rims. These tyres are required for 1-G-1 car which Mr. Royce has at W.W.… | ||
| scan0067 | Acquisition and valuation of wire wheels from a 20-HP Chassis for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs. Experimental Dept. 43599 EWT/CEP2/EC17.4.25. Re. 20-HP Chassis 56-S-8. Replying to your memo reference D/BP/CW9.4.25, we shall be pleased to take the existing wire wheels from the above car… | ||
| scan0068 | New locking device for the Goshawk front axle with Dunlop wheels and addressing reports of water ingress. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from DA. 45810 DA2/M24. 8. 25. GOSHAWK FRONT AXLE - DUNLOP WHEELS WITH NEW LOCKING DEVICE. X.5420 X.5610 The report that more water gets in through the new locking device than the old one is… | ||
| scan0069 | The necessity of balancing the steering wheels on the 20 HP chassis fitted with FWB. | ||
| View original record | 45870 Wd. FWH. c. Hs. ****** BY14/H. 26.8.25. It will be necessary for us to balance the steering wheels on 20 HP. chassis fitted with FWB. The same material which has been issued in connection with… | ||
| scan0070 | Adaptation of a balance weight scheme for 20 HP and 40/50 steel artillery wheels. | ||
| View original record | To EY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5810 DA1/M23.7.26. " 20 HP. - STEEL ARTILLERY WHEELS. X.4586 X.5810 With further reference to BY/CGH5/H7.7.26., we send herewith N.sch.2240 shewing the original balance… | ||
| scan0071 | Selection of suitable wheel and tyre diameters for the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. c. to BJ. BY. Da. X5810 R2/M25.4.27. X3725 X5460 74565 WHEELS FOR 20 HP. We should not let what Dunlop's say retard us from our endeavours to select a suitable dia. of wheel, and tyre,… | ||
| scan0072 | Alteration of a rear tank for increased road clearance. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- rear tank has been altered in the sump part to give more road clearance (I believe nearly 1 1/2"). If this is not enough we should alter the tank. Am I to understand that the tank bottom… | ||
| scan0073 | Measurement of ground clearance for a 20 HP car fitted with smaller wheels. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Rn. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to DA. BY. c. to E. OY. X5810 Hs/Rm9/LG6.5.27. 20 HP. SMALLER WHEELS. 43725 We have measured the ground clearance of various portions of the 20 HP. car with… | ||
| scan0074 | Wheel and tyre dimensions, damage from a recent run, and future testing plans for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- small wheels are to be used on the Continent. The effective rolling diameter of the high pressure tyres previously used on the 20 HP. car (32 X 4 1/2) was 31.4". The rolling dia. of the 5… | ||
| scan0075 | Drawing for a new 20 HP wheel with a 19-inch rim. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA. c. to Hs. X.5810 DA2/M24. 5. 27. 20 HP. WHEELS. Could you send us a drg. giving full particulars of the new 20 HP. wheel with a 19" rim which it is proposed to fit on the 20 HP. R. is… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter to Messrs. Dunlop requesting 3 copies of blueprints for the tyre and 19' rim for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X.5810 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rml/LG. 27th. May 1927. Messrs. Dunlop, Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, 20 HP. wheels with 19" rims. Would you please let us have 3 copies of blue prints shewing… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a blueprint request for a tyre on a 19' rim for a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P.B.E. 25 LINES YOUR REF: OUR REF: Sales Manager, Car. C.V. & Aero. Manufacturers Div. JSM/T. FORT… | ||
| scan0078 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. chasing up drawings that have not yet been received. | ||
| View original record | X5870 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm2/LG. 13th. June 1927. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of J.Matthews Esq., With reference to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding drawings for 20 HP wheels with 19' rims. | ||
| View original record | X5870 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P.B.E. 25 LINES YOUR REF: OUR REF: Sales Manager, Manufacturers Division, Car,C.V.&Aero.,… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. enclosing drawings for 20 HP wheels with 19' rims. | ||
| View original record | X.5810 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P B.E. 25 LINES YOUR REF: OUR REF: Sales Manager. Car. C.V. & Aero. Manufacturers Div.… | ||
| scan0081 | Drawing of a tyre and 19' rim for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X5810 To DA; from Hs/Rn. c. to BY. Hs/Rm1/LG15.6.27. 20 HP. WHEELS. We send you herewith drawing of tyre and 19" rim for the 20 HP. car as requested. If further information is required with reference… | ||
| scan0082 | Cross-sectional diagram of a 31' x 6.00' S.S. Balloon Tyre (Buttressed Triple Block). | ||
| View original record | REVISIONS 5.96 INFLATED WIDTH 14.52 EFFECTIVE RAD. 31.4 INFLATED DIA. 19.062 DIA. BEAD SEAT 18.88 DIA. 17.06 DIA. 31"x 6.00" S.S. BALLOON TYRE. (BUTTRESSED TRIPLE BLOCK) INFLATED SECTION ON 4 1/2 x… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. requesting an update on the delivery of 19-inch tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | 45810 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm4/LG29.6.27. 29th. June 1927. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of F.Fellowes.Esq., With reference to your letter… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the dispatch of a set of wheels for a 20 HP Car. | ||
| View original record | X5810 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P.B.E. 25 LINES Hs/Rm/5/LG. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM YOUR REF: Sales Manager. OUR… | ||
| scan0085 | Appearance of the 20 HP model, advocating for the use of 19' wheels with 6' tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. c. to BJ. LHS. Wor. c. to BY. CWB. X5810 R2/M9.7.27. APPEARANCE OF 20 HP. X.5810 X.5770 X.5820 X.5830 X.4565 I am very keen that we press for the 19" wheels with 6" tyres, because they… | ||
| scan0086 | Query regarding the use of smaller road wheels on a car. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Hs. from R. c. to BJ. BY. R3/M14.5.28. ROAD WHEELS. X.7810 X.8810 X.5810 Why cannot we see a RR. car with smaller road wheels? R. | ||
| scan0087 | Aesthetic and practical issues of fitting smaller wheels to the 20 HP car and the commencement of an 'India 3' build. | ||
| View original record | X5870 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to BY. E. c. to DA. Hs6/LG18.5.28. 20 HP. CAR - ROAD WHEELS. +4663 Replying to R3/M14.5.28. We have the smaller wheels and tyres suitable for the 20 HP. but they… | ||
| scan0088 | Special details and latest production instructions for the 20 HP car for the Indian market. | ||
| View original record | MR. ROYCE'S 20 HP. CAR - INDIA. SPECIAL DETAILS, OTHERWISE STANDARD LATEST INSTRUCTED PRODUCTION. E. DEPT: Crankshaft E.54700 LeC.2498 etc. - Larger journals and crankpins. 3.250 wide oval webs.… | ||
| scan0089 | Sending a new aluminium turbulent head, hoping for a 30% power increase. | ||
| View original record | HS. BY. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. X.5810 R2/M20.6.28. INDIA 3. X.5050 X.5005 X.5771 X.5810 We are sending you this week the new aluminium turbulent head for the above. We are in hopes of this arrangement… | ||
| scan0090 | Technical memorandum regarding front and rear wheel clearances for the 'India 3' project. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. X5810 Ev5/26.6.28. INDIA 3. FRONT AND REAR WHEEL CLEARANCES. X.615 X.5800 X.5380 X.5810 We send herewith N.sch.2619 shewing the front and rear wheel clearances for India… | ||
| scan0091 | Various arrangements for luggage and spare wheels at the rear of the 'INDIA 3' model. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA/EV. c. to B.J. R. Hs. X5810 DA/EV1/M29.6.28. REAR END OF INDIA 3. X.5400 X.5380 X.5830 X.5810 It would appear that our present arrangement of alternatively having one wheel or luggage at… | ||
| scan0092 | Excessive wheel arch clearance on the 20 HP model, suggesting new measurements and requesting confirmation tests. | ||
| View original record | X5810 BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. SG. DA/EV3/M3. 7.28. 20 HP. WHEEL ARCH CLEARANCE. X.615 X.5810 X.5820 Owing to complaints that the wheel arch clearance on the 20 HP. was excessive with 5¼" medium… | ||
| scan0093 | Urgent message from Royce to Derby requesting wheels, tyres, and rims. | ||
| View original record | c. to BY. Hs. X5810 WW½ 23.7.28 ROYCAR - DERBY. X.5810 X.5820 X.4050 BAILY HIVES WHEELS AND TYRES GET QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE AT LEAST TWELVE SETS SIX INCH TYRES AND TWENTY INCH RIMS AND SPARES SURE… | ||
| scan0094 | The standardisation and supply of 20' x 6' wheels for the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs. X5810 Hs3/LG26. 7.28. WHEELS FOR 20 HP. X.5810 X3725 We have sent round a standardisation sheet for 20" X 6" wheels for the 20 HP. We have assumed from R's wire ordering 12 sets that… | ||
| scan0095 | Delivery and trial of 20' x 6' wheels and tyres, leading to the cancellation of a rear axle's production. | ||
| View original record | Sg: from Hs. c. to BY; c. to R. X5810 7 Hs2/LG26. 8. 28. X5810 X5820 20" X 6" WHEELS AND TYRES. We expect to receive the first set of 20" X 6" wheels and tyres at the end of this week. We have… | ||
| scan0096 | Reduction of wheel arch height for a 20 HP car with 5 1/4' tyres and 21' rims. | ||
| View original record | X5810 SG/HN. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. DA/EV2/M14.8.28. 20 HP. WHEEL ARCHES - 5 1/4" TYRES. X5390 21" RIMS. X615 We thank you for your SG/HN8/EDS.8.28. and your SG/HN20/ED31.7.28. We note that you wish to… | ||
| scan0097 | Listing the weights of three different wheel and tyre combinations for a 20 HP vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X5810 19.8.28 WEIGHT. 20 HP. WHEEL AND TYRE. X.5810 X.4050 X.5820 X.3725 X3809 (1) Dunlop 21" well base wheel fitted with 33 X 5.25" tyres. 60 lbs. (2) Dunlop 21" well base wheel fitted with 33 X 6"… | ||
| scan0098 | Steering 'shiver' at speed and proposed front axle modifications. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from DA. V5810 DA2/M24.8.28. 12G-4 STEERING. X.5430 X.5310 X.5420 With reference to Hs/Rm2/LG21.8.28., we thought that the 'shiver' which we remarked upon occurred at speeds much lower than 56… | ||
| scan0099 | Various tyre types and their dimensions for the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Hs/AJL. 31.8.28. 20 HP. WHEELS AND TYRES. X5820 The appended table gives the more important dimensions of tyre types which have been used or are being used on the 20 HP. chassis. The first on… | ||
| scan0100 | Comparison table of various Dunlop wheels and tyres for a 20 HP vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 20 HP. WHEEL AND TYRE COMPARISONS (DUNLOP WHEELS & TYRES). | Type of tyre and wheel. | Effect: running circum: ins. | Effect: running dia. ins. | Circum: with no load.ins. | Dia. with no load. ins. |… | ||
| scan0101 | Design and implementation of a two-wheel carrier arrangement for 'SS' model cars. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5810 DA2/M14.11.28. 'SS' TWO WHEELS ONLY AT REAR. X.7810 X.5810 X.7600 In view of the pressure on the Coachwork Dept. we should be very much obliged if Derby could set out… | ||
| scan0102 | Delay and wording of proposed Depot Sheet Hm.93 for 20 HP Wire Wheels. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Wor. C. to Hs. C. to By. C. to EP. C. to Mx. Hm/FHA4/KW20.12.28. Re Proposed Depot Sheet Hm.93. With reference to the proposed new Depot Sheet No. Hm.93 dealing with the adding of the figure 'O'… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter to Dunlop Rim and Wheel Co. requesting a modification to the wheels of a 20 HP car to increase the track width. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rn3/LG. 17th. Jan. 1929 Messrs. The Dunlop Rim and Wheel Co., Holbrook Lane, Foleshill, Coventry. Dear Sirs, 20 HP. Rolls-Royce Road Wheels. Bates We wish to spread the track of… | ||
| scan0104 | Blueprint for a 20 HP wheel and axle, detailing a required new tyre position. | ||
| View original record | 20 H.P WHEEL AND AXLE . PRESENT STANDARD. .460" OUT OF CENTRE- POINT. DOTTED LINE SHEWS NEW TYRE POSITION REQUIRED. 1.460" OUT OF CENTRE-POINT. ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. PRINT ROOM. 17 JAN 1929. DERBY.… | ||
| scan0105 | Request to Dunlop for a modified set of 20 HP 19' rim wheels to match the Phantom specification. | ||
| View original record | X5810 BY. from Hs/Rn. Hs/Rm2/LG26.1.29. 20 HP. 19" RIM WHEELS. X5810 X3725 With reference to the attached print. We asked Messrs. Dunlop to produce the 4th. set of 20 HP. wheels 19" rims with the rim… | ||
| scan0106 | Necessity of special tests on a chassis with smaller wheels before production. | ||
| View original record | +5810 HS To Wor. from Sg. Copy to Cr. Hs. re 20 HP. Sg1/E9.2.29 You will recollect that at the time of the Board Meeting on the 14th January, when the decision was taken to put "SS" into production,… | ||
| scan0107 | Preparation of a 20 HP test car, chassis modifications, and the decision on wheel sizes. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. X5810 Hs3/LG11.2.29. re. 20 HP. X5770 Referring to Sg1/E9.2.29. The model production 20 HP. car has now been all instructed to the Experimental Dpt. Mr. Coverley considers he will… | ||
| scan0108 | Arrangement with the Dunlop Co. to scrap rims and build new 19-inch wire wheels for the 20 HP 'O' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | ROY. c. Hs. c. Wor/EWT. c. BY/TWD. c. BY/HEB. X5810 BY3/G.12.2.29. 20 HP. WIRE WHEELS - CHASSIS 51 to 150 in 'O' SERIES. In view of the importance which R. placed upon using the smaller diameter… | ||
| scan0109 | Preference for smaller wheels on various car models. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from R. c. to SG. DA. c. to E. BY. +5810 R7/M23.2.29. SS. WHEELS. X.7810 X.5810 X.3725 18-EX. I definitely prefer the smaller wheels as there is a definite advantage in lower appearance and lower… | ||
| scan0110 | The suspension of work on wire wheels for the 20-HP 'O' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY. c. to. Hs. X5810 ROY/MS16/P.12.3.29. Hs 20-HP CHASSIS - "O" SERIES, 51 ON. In accordance with memo BY14/G.8.3.29, we have instructed Messrs Dunlop to suspend work on the building of Wire Wheels… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. confirming the suspension of work on 19' rims and wheels. | ||
| View original record | COPY. 8th March, 1929. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, 20-HP WIRE WHEELS - GWB-2 TYPE. We thank you for your letter of 7th inst. confirming your 'phone conversation of yesterday. Upon… | ||
| scan0112 | Confirming that after further tests, it is safe to proceed with 19' rims for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X5810 BY. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm3/T16.3.29. After further tests we consider that it will be safe for you to go ahead on the 19" rims for the 20 H.P. car. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0113 | Request to Dunlop for custom wheels to alter the track width of a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To HDY. from Hs/Rm. X5810 Hs/Rnl/LG3. 5. 29. DUNLOP WHEELS. X3725 On the 17th. Jan. 1929 we asked the Dunlop Rubber Co. to alter the spoking of a pair of 20 HP. wheels so that the track of the car was… | ||
| scan0114 | Standardisation of chassis parts for wheels with 19' rims to reduce car height. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777-29-2-28) M C. LTD STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS. Handwritten: X5 8 10 Completed 15/5/29 Date 24. 4. 29 X No. 5810 (5728 crossed out) Drawing No. Part List Description… | ||
| scan0115 | Specifying the number of chassis for a new part, the test date, and associated costs. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS J.S. The Number of the chassis on which the new part will be fitted. 51 in 'O' Date when chassis will be handed to test. 29.4.29 Cost of scrapped material, if any.… | ||
| scan0116 | Instruction for the standardisation of road wheels with 19' rims and narrow hubs for the 20 HP chassis 'P' series. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X5810 BY/Cgh29/G.16.5.29. 20 HP. CHASSIS - ROAD WHEELS WITH NARROW HUBS. -------------------------------------------- We are instructing road wheels with 19" rims to have the narrow type hubs for… | ||
| scan0117 | Standardisation of chassis parts for 20 HP narrow hubs. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777-29-2-28) Mᶜ C. Lᵀᴰ /5810 COMPLETED 13.6.29 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 18.5.29 Description of Parts, G/Pbh 20 HP. NARROW HUBS. Origin, To improve design.… | ||
| scan0118 | Fitting of a new part to a 'P' series chassis, including the test date and scrap costs. | ||
| View original record | The number of the chassis on which the new part will be fitted. ‘P’ series. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 23.9.29 Cost of scrapped material, if any. Nil. | ||
| scan0119 | Wheel jack requirement specifications for the Phantom II and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | X5810 To By. From Hs/AJL. HS/AJL.1/WJ.27.9.29. x7810 x5810 Wheel Jack Requirements for Phantom II. and 20 HP. (51 in O series onwards). Phantom II :- The following dimensions are essential to cover… | ||
| scan0120 | The out-of-balance specification for 6' tyres on 19' rims for the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY. From Hs/Rn. COPY. X5810 Hs/Rn.2/MJ.14.2.30. OUT OF BALANCE OF 6" TYRES FOR 19" RIMS. 20 HP. CHASSIS. X.401. X.5820. X.5810. With reference to your By.23/N19.12.29. Please note that the Dunlop… | ||
| scan0121 | Solution for out-of-balance 6 inch tyres on 19 inch rims for a 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5810. Hs. BY/Mtn.8/N.18.2.30. X.401. X.5820. X.5810. Re. Out of Balance of 6" tyres for 19" rims. 20 HP. Chassis. ------------------------------ Referring to your memo Hs/Rn2/MJ.14.2.30., we… | ||
| scan0122 | Comparing Dunlop wheels versus Rudge-Whitworth wheels for the 20/25 model, discussing cost and locking systems. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM R. X5810 R1/M 19.5.31.. C. to SG. WOR. C. to HS. HY. 20/25 - DUNLOP WHEELS VERSUS RUDGE-WHITWORTH. With reference to BY6/G14531., if the customer is willing to pay £5. more we should prefer… | ||
| scan0123 | Order for a modified set of 20/25 HP road wheels based on a reduced price proposal from Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | Copy X5810 ROY. C. Wor. C. Hy. C. Hs. BY6/G.22.5.31. 20/25 HP. ROAD WHEELS. As a result of recommendations that were put forward in regard to modifying the present type of Dunlop wire wheel in order… | ||
| scan0124 | Request to order six road wheels instead of five for a 20/25 HP car destined for France. | ||
| View original record | x5810 To By. From Hs. Hs.1/MJ.23.5.31. x5810 x3725 20/25 HP. ROAD WHEELS. Referring to By.6/G22.5.31. We should be very glad if you will order six road wheels in place of five, because the car fitted… | ||
| scan0125 | Increasing a wheel order from five to six for a 20/25 HP car destined for France. | ||
| View original record | Roy. Wor. Hy. Hs. X5810. BY1/N.28.5.31. Re: 20/25 H.P. - Road Wheels. ------------------------ Referring to BY6/G.22.5.31, asking you to order a set of five wheels, will you please increase this to… | ||
| scan0126 | Confirming the universal agreement on using simpler, less costly Dunlop wheels for the future 25HP model. | ||
| View original record | X5810 BY. ) FROM R. HS. ) R8/M28.5.31. C. to SG. WOR. C. to HY. RHC. FUTURE 25HP. - ROAD WHEELS. I am very pleased that you agree that the simpler and less costly wheels of Dunlop make and locking are… | ||
| scan0127 | Requesting a view on fitting smaller 18-inch wheels to the 25HP model, referencing past issues with the Phantom. | ||
| View original record | X5810 HS. FROM DA. DA3/M1.9.31. SMALLER WHEELS. Will you tell us what is your view now on the subject of smaller wheels? We refer especially at the moment to the 25HP. It has been suggested that we… | ||
| scan0128 | Possibility of reducing the diameter of the wheels on the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X5810. To DA. From Hs. Hs.10/MJ.15.9.31. SMALLER WHEELS. Replying to Da3/M1.9.31. At the present time we are very happy with the steering on the 25 HP. and therefore we may be able to reduce the… | ||
| scan0129 | Impact of a change in tyre type on car height and proposing solutions with different wheel rims. | ||
| View original record | BY. ) FROM DA/EV. HS. ) X5810. DA/EV2/M20.10.31. X5820 X5810 Copy to - SC. 25 HP. TYRES & WHEELS. We have just discovered that last Sept. a change was made from Dunlop silent to Dunlop Fort silent… | ||
| scan0130 | Tyre and wheel specifications for the 25 HP model, focusing on different sizes and their impact on gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Hs/Rm. c. EV. Sg. Handwritten: X 5810 Hs/Rm.5/AM23.10.31. 25 HP. TYRES AND WHEELS. X.5820. X.5810. With reference to De/Ev.2/M20.10.31, we regret that you did not realise we were using… | ||
| scan0131 | Correspondence regarding issues with tyre specifications, rolling radius, and wheel rim sizes for 25HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. BY. FROM DA/EV. HS. Copy to - SG. X5810 DA/EV1/M26.10.31. X5820 X5810 25HP. TYRES AND WHEELS. HS/RM5/AD231031. We thank you for BY4/G191031., and We do not wish to raise an argument… | ||
| scan0132 | The adoption of Dunlop twin spoke wire wheels for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | r5810 W/S. to Hn. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.6/KT.26.10.31. DUNLOP WIRE WHEELS. X3725 Hn8/I/23.10.31. Twin spoke wire wheels become standard on 20/25 HP. chassis on the second half of 'T' series; there is at… | ||
| scan0133 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically new N.2 Dunlop road wheels with two rows of spokes instead of three. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (8459, 24-10-30) 6/3185 X5810 COMPLETED 16.2.32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 8.10.31 Description of Parts. NEW TYPE N.2. DUNLOP ROAD WHEELS WITH TWO ROWS OF SPOKES INSTEAD OF… | ||
| scan0134 | Standardisation form for a new chassis part, specifying fitment details and costs. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted..... 101 in 'T'. Date when chassis will be handed to Test.... Production. Cost of scrapped… | ||
| scan0135 | Arguing against the unnecessary expense of sealing road wheel hubs on P.2 & 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Y5810 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to BY. Hs.5/MJ.19.2.32. x7810 SEALING OF HUBS. P.2 & 25 HP. There is an old instruction started by BJ. that the hubs of our cars should be sealed. We believe it… | ||
| scan0136 | Requesting an order for five 18' wheels for the J.III chassis being built in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 85810. To. Roy. [struck through] c. Hs. [struck through] c. RHC. [struck through] BY/SS4/N.22.2.32. Re: J.III Chassis - Wheels. ------------------------ Will you please order a further set of five 18"… | ||
| scan0137 | Method of sealing hubs on Phantom II and 25 HP models as a tamper-proof indicator. | ||
| View original record | x5810. x7-810 To HS. From Sg. copy to Wor. By. re Sealing of Hubs. P.II and 25 HP Sg16/E23.2.32 Thanks for Hs.5/MJ.19.2.32., I should be interested to know the real reason that caused you to raise… | ||
| scan0138 | Recommendation to accept an offer for a set of six old 20/25 wheels considered scrap. | ||
| View original record | W.O.R. (crossed out) Hs Hs/Rm.10/KW.14.6.34. We have a set of 6 old type 20/25 wheels, 5½ x 20, which we have removed from GLN-60 car, replacing them by an up-to-date type. These wheels are to all… | ||
| scan0139 | Recommendation to accept an offer for a set of 6 old type 20/25 wheels removed from a GLN-60 car. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Roy/Ms. Hs/Rn.10/KW.14.6.34. We have a set of 6 old type 20/25 wheels, 5 1/2 x 20, which we have removed from GLN-60 car, replacing them by an up-to-date type. These wheels are to all intents… | ||
| scan0140 | Confirming an agreement for the sale of wheels from vehicle GLN-60. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. c. to RHC/CEP. c. to PD. Hs/Rn.7/KW.21.6.34. We have got Wor's agreement that you can have the wheels off GLN-60 at 10/- each. You will probably make your own arrangements for collecting them.… | ||
| scan0141 | Memo about arrangements for the wheels of vehicle GLN. 60. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. X5810? 23/6/34 Many thanks for fixing up about the wheels of GLN. 60. for me. I had a word with Dodd & he said he would arrange for them to go down to London on a lorry the next time a… | ||
| scan0142 | Despatch of five road wheels for Mr. Everndon at Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | To D/BR. from Hs/EM. c. C/Lt. c. Hs/Rm. X5810 Hs/EM.1/AP.27.6.34. to-day:- We are sending into the Despatch Stores 5 - Road Wheels ex. G.L.N. 60. Will you please arrange to have these despatched per… | ||
| scan0143 | The despatch of wheels and tyres for chassis GLN-60, and a query regarding the price agreement. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. D/BP9/OG30-6-34. We have despatched 5 wheels and tyres ex chassis No. GLN-60 to Mr. Everndon at London, in accordance with Hs/EM.1/AP.27.6.34. On enquiry we learn that 'Wor' has agreed that… | ||
| scan0144 | The pricing of partly worn tyres with wheels. | ||
| View original record | XS 810 D/BP. Hs/Rm. S/KW. 3.7.34. D/BP9/OG30.6.34. The tyres with these wheels were partly worn and were of no use to us. We do not know whether you wish to include a nominal figure for these tyres,… | ||
| scan0145 | Letter discussing the performance improvements from new wheels and future design considerations for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X5810 Dear Rm. I picked up the wheels which you kindly persuaded the Works to sell me for so reasonable figure at N. yesterday and put them on the car. They are a wonderful improvement and strangely… | ||
| scan0146 | Modifications to a 20/25 chassis by fitting smaller wheels to achieve a low gear ratio effect. | ||
| View original record | +5810 To Hs/Rm. from E. c.c. Sg. Wor. By. Da. re 20/25 fitted with smaller wheels to give low gear ratio effect. Referring to the above proposal, we should like you to fit up a chassis with the… | ||
| scan0147 | Confirming the despatch of a set of 6 x 17 wheels and tyres for a 20/25 car. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. c. to Wor. X556 Hs/Rm.12/KW.13.9.35. Smaller Wheels & Tyres for the 20/25. With reference to your request that we should let you have a set of 6 x 17 wheels and tyres so that you can try them… | ||
| scan0148 | Request for the return of two 20/25 HP wheels that were inadvertently sent to Mr. Wyman, which are needed for testing at Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | R^x m WYMAN -> Reply sent Good. LH/W Bch/HLH4/B/6.11.35. Experimental Dept. On the 28th October we returned to "W" Lorry, a quantity of wheels, covers and tubes the property of the Experimental Dept,… | ||
| scan0149 | Responding to an inquiry regarding the stock of 20/25 HP wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | W/Lillie Hall. x 556 Hs/Wym.24/KW.11.11.35. Re 20/25 HP. Wheels and Tyres. In reply to your memo. Bch/HLH.4/B/6.11.35, I have to inform you that no 20/25 HP. wheels or plain covers were received at… | ||