Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Letter regarding a trial of tyres from The Avon India Rubber Company. | ||
| View original record | S/W. x4379 Bs8/CM17.6.21. We attach hereto letter received from The Avon India Rubber Company, Limited, 343-5, Euston Road, London, N.W.1. If you are interested in trying the tyres suggested, will you… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co Ltd offering new tyre covers for testing. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO H.M. WAR, INDIA & COLONIAL OFFICES, TO THE ADMIRALTY & TO THE PRINCIPAL BRITISH & FOREIGN RAILWAY COMPANIES. ESTABLISHED 1885. THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO LTD 343-5 EUSTON RD. LONDON. N.W.… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre testing on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X4379 HS4/LG. 20th, June 1921. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., 345/5 Euston Road, London N.W.1. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter dated 16th. June ref. APJ/MG. This letter has been passed on to us by… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Co Ltd regarding tyre specifications and testing. | ||
| View original record | x4379 'CONTRACTORS TO H. M. WAR, INDIA & COLONIAL OFFICES, TO THE ADMIRALTY & TO THE PRINCIPAL BRITISH & FOREIGN RAILWAY COMPANIES. Established 1885. THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO LTD 343-5 EUSTON RD.… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing different tyre tread patterns and associated noise. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1. From THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. to Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd. 27.6.21. The tread pattern to which you refer in your last paragraph is undoubtedly our Sunstone, which admittedly… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming an appointment for the following afternoon. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM XJ379 Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 Established 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD.… | ||
| scan0007 | 'Wor' to 'Hs' requesting a recommendation on Duo-Tread Tyres, with an attached letter from Avon India Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | x4379. Hs. from Wor. Wor4/R.4.10.33. Re: Duo-Tread Tyres. C4/C3.10.33. & Letter from Avon India Rubber Co., attached. Will you kindly let me know what you recommend we should do in this matter? Wor. | ||
| scan0008 | From 'C.' concerning an attached letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about Duo-Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | S/W Wor...from C. C4/C3.10.33 Re Duo-Tread Tyres. -------- With reference to the attached letter to Lord Wargrave, I do not know whether the Works are interested in this and whether you would like a… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. offering their new Duo-Tread tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES PHONE LONDON Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN WESTERN UNION BENTLEYS & M.T. PRIVATE CODE Please note NEW… | ||
| scan0010 | Arranging a test for a set of Dua-Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4379. Wor. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm. 6/KT. 6.10.33. Re. Dua-Tread Tyres. With reference to Wor4/R. 4.10.33, we are arranging to test a set of these tyres. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0011 | The purchase of six tyres from The Avon India Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. From Hs. c. to Wor. r-t379 Hs.6/MJ.11.10.33. Will you please order from The Avon India Rubber Co., - 6 Tyres 6 x 18, with Duo Tread. The price of these tyres is £2 each. Attached herewith copy… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. quoting a price for Duo Tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD.… | ||
| scan0013 | Follow-up letter from Avon Tyres regarding a quotation for 6.00/18 Duo Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4379 MOTOR EXHIBITION OCT. 12-21 OLYMPIA OUR STAND No. 522 Gallery COMMERCIAL MOTOR TRANSPORT EXHIBITION NOV. 2-11 OUR STAND No. 419 Gallery MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR,… | ||
| scan0014 | The test results and recommendations for Duo-Tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4379. Hs/Rm. from Wor. Wor7/R.14.11.33. RE: DUO-TREAD TYRES. Hs/Rm.6/KT.6.10.33. You stated you were arranging to test a set of these tyres. Have you done so please, and can you say what are your… | ||
| scan0015 | Short memo providing initial feedback on the performance of Duo-tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4379. To Wor. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.11/KT.15.11.33. With reference to Wor7/R.14.11.33, we are running these Duo-tread tyres, but have not covered sufficient mileage to be able to pass a considered… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting information on tests for their 'Duo-Tread' tyres. | ||
| View original record | KV3T9. MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS SEE OUR EXHIBIT AT BICYCLE AND MOTOR CYCLE SHOW DAILY 10 to 10 NOV. 25 - DEC. 2 OLYMPIA SHOW INCLUDES… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a set of Duo-Tread tyres, confirming they have been fitted to an experimental car but a report is pending sufficient mileage. | ||
| View original record | X6379 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.S/KT. November 27th 1933. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., 41 & 42 Livery Street, Birmingham, 3. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter ref. SLH/EW. concerning the… | ||
| scan0018 | Customer's complaint regarding the noise and performance of Avon Double Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. X4379 Hs/FD.19/KW.31.1.34. Avon Double Tread Tyres. ----------------------- These are at present fitted to 1-J-III and to date have covered 1,580 miles. They were originally fitted to Mr.… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. condemning their 'Duo' tread tyres after a 1,600-mile test due to noise and poor non-skid qualities. | ||
| View original record | c. to C. c. to Wor. 4379 Expl. Dept. Hs.3/MJ. 1st. February, 1934. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., 41 & 42 Livery Street, Birmingham,3. Dear Sirs, With reference to the set of 'Duo' tread Avon tyres… | ||
| scan0020 | 'Duo' tread Avon Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4379 S/W Hs...from C. C1/C2.2.34 Re 'Duo' tread Avon Tyres. -------- I note copy of your Hs3/MJ of the 1st inst. to the Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., and your opinion concerning these tyres. C. | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss Duo Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) THE AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. Established 1885 SYMBOLS… | ||
| scan0022 | Letter from Avon Tyres regarding the supply of 'Supreme' 6-ply tyres for testing on a Phantom Three model and requesting mileage data on a previous set. | ||
| View original record | MOTOR EXHIBITION CARS & BOATS OCT. 17-26 OLYMPIA OUR STAND N° 446 GALLERY COMMERCIAL MOTOR TRANSPORT EXHIBITION NOV 7-16 OLYMPIA OUR STAND No. 371 Gallery MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES,… | ||
| scan0023 | Invoice for tyres and tubes from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. G/Cam/CA.21/DW.18.10.35. We have an invoice from The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd. on which we are charged with 4 7.00 x 18 Supreme H.D.Covers complete with Tubes which are priced at £2/8/6 nett… | ||
| scan0024 | The unsatisfactory performance regarding noise and mileage of Avon Duo Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.2/KW.19.10.35. Re Avon Duo Tread Tyres. Owing to this set of tyres being very unsatisfactory with regard to noise, they were run on J-III chassis, the mileage being 8,326. We can… | ||
| scan0025 | The unsatisfactory noise performance of Avon Duo Tread Tyres on a J-III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X 1331 Hs/FD.2/KW.19.10.35. Re Avon Duo Tread Tyres. Owing to this set of tyres being very unsatisfactory with regard to noise, they were run on J-III chassis, the mileage being 8,326. We… | ||
| scan0026 | Request to place an official order for tyres and tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X 133 | To Roy. c. to G/Cam. Hs/Rm.4/KW.21.10.35. G/Cam/CA.21/DW.18.10.35. Will you please pass an official order to the Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., for 4. 7.00 x 18 Supreme H.D. Covers complete with… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the unsatisfactory performance and mileage of their Duo Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X133/ Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/KW. 21st October, 1935. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., 41 & 42, Livery Street, BIRMINGHAM 3. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 15th October, owing to the set of Avon… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter regarding Avon Duo Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | MOTOR EXHIBITION CARS & BOATS OCT. 17-26 OLYMPIA OUR STAND N° 446 GALLERY COMMERCIAL MOTOR TRANSPORT EXHIBITION NOV. 7-16 OLYMPIA OUR STAND No. 371 Gallery X133 / MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS… | ||
| scan0029 | Order for Dunlop and Avon tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | X/33/ To Roy. Hs/FD.15/KW.30.10.35. Will you please order - 4. 6 x 17 Dunlop Fort Covers, Order No. 54305. 6. 7 x 18 Avon Covers and Tubes, " " 54317. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0030 | Investigation into objectionable tyre noise on the Phantom III car, comparing various tyre brands. | ||
| View original record | X1331 Hs/Bym.23/KW.30.10.35. Phantom III Tyre Noise. We have been investigating the objectionable tyre noise which has arisen on the Ph.III car, with a view to reducing same to a minimum. The noises… | ||
| scan0031 | Tyre noise characteristics related to wear, different tyre brands, and wheel types. | ||
| View original record | -2- We have also found that tyres have distinctly different periods of noise as wear takes place. After a few thousand miles, for instance, India and Dunlop tyres are more noisy than when they are… | ||
| scan0032 | Summary of test results on tyre noise as affected by chassis, coachwork, tyre patterns, load, and road surfaces. | ||
| View original record | -3- Summarised, the position as far as our tests have gone at the moment is as follows :- Tyre noise is affected by the following :- Percentage of Noise (Comparative) (1) Different types of Chassis… | ||
| scan0033 | List of five factors that do not appear to affect tyre noise. | ||
| View original record | -4- Tyre noise does not appear to be affected by the following :- (1) Different types of wire wheels. (2) Disconnecting shock dampers from axle to frame. (3) " roll bar " " " " (4) " all brake ropes… | ||
| scan0034 | Investigations into tyre and rear-wheel noise on various cars, including a Ph.III and experimental models. | ||
| View original record | -5- We are carrying on with our investigations with the rear wheels of a Ph.III car being driven on 2 large cast iron drums, as these conditions bring up the noise even more than London streets. Also… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. following up on the non-skidding performance of Supreme Tyres supplied for testing. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. SYMBOLS OF… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre instability and skidding issues. | ||
| View original record | X133/ Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 17th January, 1936. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., 41 & 42, Livery Street, Birmingham 3. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 10th January, the report we had from… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter from Avon Tyres regarding the testing of their improved Duo Tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 6164/5 Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD. SYMBOLS OF… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd discussing the supply of 7.00 Improved Duo Tread tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. Ltd. -2- I trust you will not lose interest in this matter, and I shall be glad to go to Derby to discuss it further at any time convenient to you. You may… | ||
| scan0039 | Letter from Avon Tyres regarding tests on their Supreme Tyres and their tendency to skid. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 Established 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. SYMBOLS OF… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyres run on a trials car. | ||
| View original record | X 1331 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Em.10/KW. 30th January, 1936. The AVON India Rubber Co.Ltd., 41/42, Livery Street, BIRMINGHAM, 3. For the attention of Mr. S. Lovell Stewart. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a copy of a report. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. Established 1885 SYMBOLS OF… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter regarding recommended tyre pressures for a Phantom 'Three' car to improve non-skid performance. | ||
| View original record | Copy for Mr. Robotham, Experimental Dept. Messrs.Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby. WMR/EW Friday, 7th February, 1936. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Seagrave Road, Fulham. For the attention of Mr. Crawford. Dear… | ||
| scan0043 | The concluding page of a letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | -2- we shall await with interest any further report with which you may favour us. Thanking you for your interest in this matter. Yours faithfully, THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. S. Chell Heath… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a tyre test on a skid-pan. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry.5/MH. 24th. March 1938. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr.Mackay. Dear Sirs, Mr.Hewitt rang up this morning saying that you were going to bring up some… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding cornering and skid-pan tyre testing data. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. SYMBOLS… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing results of tests on their tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 April 20th .1938 Rm/FJH.2/AP. Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., 41 & 42 Livery Street, BIRMINGHAM 3. For the attention of S.Lovell Hewitt Esq. Dear Sirs, We enclose two copies of the results… | ||
| scan0047 | Tyre comparison data for various brands on a Bentley B.23.AE chassis. | ||
| View original record | DATE OF TEST 13.4.38 TYRE COMPARISONS ON BENTLEY CHASSIS B.23.AE. All 6.50x16 tyres on 4.500 rims. All tyres at 28 lbs/sq.in. pressure. All 6.50x17 tyres on 4.000 rims. Tyre. | Speedometer speed. |… | ||
| scan0048 | Comparison of different tyres on a Bentley chassis B.23.AE, measuring telescope readings and slip angles at various speeds. | ||
| View original record | DATE OF TEST 13.4.38 TYRE COMPARISONS ON BENTLEY CHASSIS B.23.AE. All 6.50 x 16 tyres on 4.500 rims. All tyres at 28 lbs/sq.in. pressure. All 6.50x17 tyres on 4.000 rims. | Tyre. | Speedometer speed.… | ||
| scan0049 | Graph plotting tyre slip angles against sideways acceleration for various tyre types on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | TYRE SLIP ANGLES TESTS ON BENTLEY CHASSIS B23 A.E. TOTAL WEIGHT ON REAR WHEELS 18 CWTS 3 QTS. ALL TYRES ON 4.500 WIDE RIMS ALL TYRES AT 28 LBS/D'' PRESSURE. 6.50 x 16 Tyres on 4.500 rims 6.50 x 17… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the results of skid pan tests and tyre specifications. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8194/5 1331/ [Logo: The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD. Established… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting details on tyre testing methodologies for slip angles and sideways acceleration. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt of Avon and Fisk tyres for road testing. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 2 From THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO., LTD., to Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. We have now received the Avon and Fisk tyres which we supplied for these tests and will repeat some of our own road… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. clarifying tyre testing methods, slip angles, and correcting previously sent rim width data. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/FJH.1/MH. 3rd. May 1938. Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of J.G.Mackay, Esq. Dear Sirs, With reference to our method of testing tyres on our skid… | ||
| scan0054 | The second page of a letter addressed to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. -2- 3rd. May 1938. We hope the above answers your queries. Yours faithfully, for ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0055 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging a previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD.… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a set of 6.50 x 16 tyres for trial. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.9/MH. 14th. June 1938. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr.Mackay. Dear Sirs, It is some time since we have had a visit from… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. explaining delays in supplying experimental tyres due to a manufacturing error. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) [Letterhead Logo: The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD.… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss the self-centring of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.5/JH. 29th June, 1938. Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wilts. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, During the visit of your Dr. Mackay in… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss the self-centring of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD.… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Company regarding the delivery and testing of experimental 16' tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0061 | Request to place an official order for experimental pattern tyres from the Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH6/R.13.7.38. Will you please send an official order to The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., for the attention of Dr. J.G. Mackay, for 16 6.50/16 experimental pattern… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. explaining a delay in replying due to a staff member being on holiday. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD. SYMBOLS… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter from Avon Tyres discussing the outcome of tests on experimental 6.50/16 tyres and arranging a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co, LTD. SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE Telephones… | ||
| scan0064 | Stores copy document for the receipt of tyre covers from Avon India Rubber. | ||
| View original record | 1331 STORES COPY A/C NO. OR MATL. CLASS PIECE NO. OR MATL. CODE, OR REQUISITION NO. AND M/C OR SCHEME FOR DEPT. WORKS ORDER NO ADVICE NOTE NO. 9111 G/R No. 29111 DATE 4.8.38. SUPPLIER: Avon India… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company confirming a meeting to discuss the results of experimental tyre tests. | ||
| View original record | 1331. MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD.… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of two tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. detailing the results of Skid Pan tests on their tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/PJH2/R. 20th September, 1938. The AVON India Rubber Co., Melksham, WILTS: (For the attention of Dr. J.G. Mackay) Dear Sirs, We have now completed our Skid Pan tests on your 6.50 x 16 bisected… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter from Avon Tyres discussing skid pan test results and arranging further tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) [Logo of The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter from the Experimental Department to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the use of a Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 1331 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.19/JH. 23rd. September, 1938. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wilts. For the attention of Mr.J.G.Mackay. Dear Sirs, In answer to your letter of 22nd.… | ||
| scan0070 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging for the use of a skid pan for testing. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) [Logo: The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD. Established… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. stating that the Skid Pan is now camouflaged and unusable. | ||
| View original record | 1331. Rm/FJH5/R. 29th September, 1938. The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, Wilts: (For the attention of Dr.J.G. Mackay) Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 27th instant, but regret to say… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a Skid Pan being out of action due to A.R.P. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER. MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter from Avon Tyres concerning tyre rolling resistance, skid pan testing, and high-speed tyre performance. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. Established 1885 SYMBOLS OF… | ||
| scan0074 | Page 2 of a letter from The Avon India Rubber Co Ltd concerning safety precautions for tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co Ltd -2- situated at right angles to the direction of travel of the tyre, and we ourselves have always taken extensive precautions by putting operators behind… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the availability of a skid pan for their use. | ||
| View original record | 1331 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.12/JH. 28th. October, 1938. Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wilts. For the attention of F.W. Harding Esq. Dear Sirs, With reference to the… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regretting they cannot take up an offer to use the Skid Pan due to a slight accident with their test car. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Established 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. LTD. SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE Telephones… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from Avon Tyres concerning the dispatch of experimental tyres for testing road holding and noise. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0078 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Company Ltd. concerning arrangements for testing 16 silent pattern tyres on a road, drum, and an experimental Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE Telephones… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd. enclosing a comparison curve between their latest tyre and the India Super tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1331 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.24/JH. 22nd. December, 1938. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We herewith enclose a curve showing… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. comparing the ply construction of their tyres with India tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD. Established 1885… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the ply construction of India Super tyres versus another tyre. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 133/ Rm/FJH.8/MH. 2nd. January 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We herewith confirm that the India Super tyres… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter from Avon Tyres confirming the dispatch of 16 tyres from an altered mould for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM Telephones MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES) Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co LTD.… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Avon Tyres regarding a delayed shipment of sixteen tyres due to road conditions. | ||
| View original record | 1331 MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams AVONNES BIRMINGHAM Telephone CENTRAL 8164/5 Established 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO LTD. SYMBOLS… | ||
| scan0084 | The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd's proposed use of the registered name 'Phantom' for their tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 S/W Rm. C12/C6.1.39 I enclose copy of letter we have received from The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd. The name "Phantom" is, of course, registered by us in connection with motor goods. We have no… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting permission to name a new tyre 'Avon Phantom'. | ||
| View original record | COPY The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Mabledon Place, St.Pancras, W.C.1. 3rd January 1939. A.F.Sidgreaves, Esq., Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., 15, Conduit Street, W.1. Dear Sir With the valued co-operation… | ||
| scan0086 | Yet-to-be-tested final form of the Avon tyre. | ||
| View original record | 133/ W/S. C. from Rm. Rm7/R.10.1.39. With reference to C12/C6.1.39., we have not yet tried out the Avon tyre in its final form, but will let you know as soon as we have made tests. We anticipate that… | ||
| scan0087 | Follow-up note awaiting test results for the final form of the Avon tyre, with initial handwritten feedback. | ||
| View original record | 133/ City - These tyres seem remarkably quiet but not very good S/W Rm......from C. non-skid C3/011/1.39 Rm7/R10.1.39 ------- I note that you have not yet tried out the Avon tyre in its final form. I… | ||
| scan0088 | Promising and quiet preliminary test results for an Avon Tyre. | ||
| View original record | |331 W/S. C. from Rm. Rm7/R.13.1.39. In reply to C3/C.11.1.39., preliminary tests we have so far carried out on the Avon Tyre show that it is very promising and exceedingly quiet. Therefore, at the… | ||
| scan0089 | Test report on Avon Special Tyres 6.50 x 16. | ||
| View original record | 1331 400b COPY FOR FILES. 23.1.39. re Avon Special Tyres 6.50 x 16. These tyres were tried out on 7.B.5. in wet weather conditions, and much to the writers surprise proved better than their tread… | ||
| scan0090 | Cover note for an enclosed letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding their use of the 'Phantom' name. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm 1331? [Signature] C16/C23.1.39 For your information I enclose copy of letter I have written to The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd. in regard to their use of the name 'Phantom.' C. | ||
| scan0091 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. refusing permission to use the registered name 'Phantom' for a new tyre. | ||
| View original record | C15/C28139 23rd January 1939 Messrs.The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Mabledon Place, St.Pancras, W.C.1. (For the attention of Mr. R.H.Comley) Dear Sirs, With further reference to your letter of the 3rd… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter to The India Tyre & Rubber Co. detailing the mileage and position of two special tyres tested on a Bentley test car in France. | ||
| View original record | 133/ Rm/FJH 20/ER 15th February, 1939. P. Worth, Esq., Messrs. The India Tyre & Rubber Co, Ltd., Inchinnan, Scotland. Dear Mr Worth, As promised during your last visit to us, we are returning for your… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the suitability of a Skid Pan for slip angle tests. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.P. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the cancellation of a skid pan inspection due to bad weather. | ||
| View original record | 1322 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.5/MH. 22nd. February, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. J.G.Mackay. Dear Sirs, We inspected our skid pan yesterday and… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding a Skid Pan being rendered unusable by the weather. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY, O.F.… | ||
| scan0096 | Request to place an order for tyres and tubes with instructions for their delivery. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH.10/MH.9.3.39. Will you please send an official order to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, Wilts., for 16 covers and tubes 6.50 x 16 as mentioned… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a further supply of special 6.50 x 16 x 4 ply tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.9/MH. 9th. March, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., MELKSHAM, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We require a further supply of the special 6.50 x 16… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the manufacture and dispatch of 4-ply tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter from a tyre manufacturer proposing a meeting to discuss test results and power losses. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter to Dr. J.G. Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. to reschedule a visit. | ||
| View original record | /33/ Rm2/R. March 13th, 1939. Dr. J.G. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, WILTS: Dear Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 10th March. With regard to your suggested visit for March… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. regarding a delay and balance issue with a batch of tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0102 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. proposing a meeting to discuss a new tyre and distribution facilities. | ||
| View original record | 1331. Rm8/R. 24th March, 1939. Dr. J.G. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, WILTS: Dear Dr. Mackay, Further to my letter of the 13th March, we should now like to have a further talk… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company arranging a meeting to discuss a new tyre and distribution facilities. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY.… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting the effective rolling radius of a tyre for speedometer purposes. | ||
| View original record | 138/ Rm/Gry.3/MH. 6th. April, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We should be glad if you could let us know the effective rolling radius… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre radius data and a customs issue with a shipment to France. | ||
| View original record | 1331.. ESTABLISHED 1885 [AVON LOGO - SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE] The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. Ltd. Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN. WESTERN UNION, BENTLEYS &… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of tyres without tubes to France. | ||
| View original record | 1331 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Gry.5/JH. 14th. April, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wilts. Dear Sirs, Replying to the last paragraph of your letter ref. JGM/NAW., we wish to confirm… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the resumption of systematic tests on their Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 1331. ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN, WESTERN UNION, BENTLEYS & M.T. PRIVATE… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. regarding a tyre that 'threw its tread' during a 100 m.p.h. test. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.5/MH. 20th. April, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, During some tests for measuring power loss in… | ||
| scan0109 | Requesting a failed 6.50 x 16 Avon tyre be sent back to The Avon India Rubber Co. for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Hq/FC. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. Rm/FJH.10/MH.20.4.39. Will you please send The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, Wilts., for the attention of Dr. Mackay, the 6.50 x 16 Avon tyre which we have… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production and despatch of four 6.50/16 tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 1331 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER.J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H.COMLEY, O F.… | ||
| scan0111 | Short typed message regarding the availability of a skidpan. | ||
| View original record | 133 / ? 24/4/39. MACKAY, RUBBER, MELKSHAM. SKIDPAN NOW USABLE ANY TIME YOU PLEASE HARDY, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0112 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the usability of the Skid Pan and arranging tests. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER. J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY.… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the failure of a 6.50/16 tyre during high-speed testing and the development of a new tyre construction. | ||
| View original record | B31 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0114 | Telex inquiry to Rubber Melksham about the arrival of new tyres in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1331 12/HH 24/3/39. RUBBER MELKSHAM. WHEN SHOULD NEW TYRES ARRIVE DERBY GRYLLS, ROYCAR | ||
| scan0115 | Telegram confirming the Wednesday arrival of tyres in Derby. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED PM 12.03 From RM 1 68 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 168 11:40 MELKSHAM BS 9 GRYLLS ROYCAR DERBY = TYRES… | ||
| scan0116 | Telegram from Avon regarding a delay in delivering tyres with new breaker constructions. | ||
| View original record | GRYLLS ROYCAR DERBY = IMPOSSIBLE TO GET TYRES WITH NEW BREAKER CONSTRUCTIONS TO DERBY BY NOON TOMORROW STOP WILL BE DEPOSITED AT BROOKLANDS TOMORROW AFTERNOON = MACKAY AVON + | ||
| scan0117 | Letter to Dr. J.G. Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., rescheduling an appointment. | ||
| View original record | /33/ Rm/R. 24th April, 1939. Dr. J.G. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, WILTS: Dear Sir, Mr. Robotham has asked me to let you know that he now finds he has made a previous appointment… | ||
| scan0118 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the arrival of tyres in Derby. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A—81208 13.1.39 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 133/ TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 12-7. Date: 24/4/39 To: Trylls Raycar By: RS. from: Melksham 9wds Message: tyres should arrive Derby… | ||
| scan0119 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the arrival of tyres in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1531 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 12-7. Date 24/4/39 To Grylls. Ray car By RS. from Melksham U+O 9wds tyres should arrive Derby Wednesday FROM Rubber THIS SHEET MUST… | ||
| scan0120 | Telegram communication regarding the urgent delivery of tyres to either Derby or Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 1331 C.W/7 24/4/39. MACKAY, RUBBER MELKSHAM WOULD PREFER TYRES ARRIVE DERBY BY NOON TOMORROW PLEASE WIRE IF THIS POSSIBLE STOP IF NOT WILL EXPECT THEM BROOKLANDS WEDNESDAY MORNING GRYLLS, ROYCAR | ||
| scan0121 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham confirming a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.Inst.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. CONLEY.… | ||
| scan0122 | Receiving tyres from the Avon Rubber Co. and requesting a covering order. | ||
| View original record | /33/ To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.4/MH.27.4.39. We have received from the Avon Rubber Co., 4 tyres delivered at Derby and 4 at Brooklands from their latest 6.50 x 16 mould. Will you please… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre specifications and proposals for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY, O.F.… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company regarding tyre testing, power loss data, and future arrangements. | ||
| View original record | The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. - 2 - We note that you have not yet been able to assess the data on power loss obtained in your recent drum and track tests. The undersigned will be pleased to visit… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. regarding tyre testing logistics and specifications. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. May 2nd, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, WILTS: For the attention of Dr. J.G. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of May 1st. To test any tyre of a new type really… | ||
| scan0126 | Requesting a covering order for 12 tyres ordered from the Avon Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | 133/ To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.2/MH.2.5.39. When Dr. Mackay of the Avon Rubber Co. was here on Friday we ordered a further 12 6.50 x 16 tyres to be delivered at Derby. Will you please send… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the return or scrapping of unused early types of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 3rd. May, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We have in our Experimental Stores quite a large number of early types… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding the collection of old test tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331. ESTABLISHED 1885 [AVON LOGO] SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS… | ||
| scan0129 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding the cancellation of Skin Pan tests and collection of surplus tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY,… | ||
| scan0130 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company discussing tyre specifications and testing for forthcoming Continental trials. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 [AVON Logo] SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about upcoming high-speed tyre tests at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/Gry.5/MH. 5th. May, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of May 4th. We expect to be in a position to… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding instructions for the collection of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY, O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0133 | Van to transport specific tyres and a motor jack from Derby to the Birmingham Depot. | ||
| View original record | McK S. LOVELL HEWITT AT BIRMINGHAM. MR. C.H.ROBERTSON, SERVICE DEPT. SIH/VGP. 5th May 1939. As requested this morning, will you please arrange for the Birmingham van to proceed to Derby next Monday… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the collection of tyres for skid pan tests. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY.… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter to a tyre manufacturer about tyre stud pattern issues and a proposed valve construction. | ||
| View original record | /331 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 9th. May, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We have now run quite a considerable mileage on tyres made from the new… | ||
| scan0136 | Invoice from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. for tyres and tubes, and a subsequent issue with the tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1331. Rm/Mr. Dodd. IMW. G/WFH/CTC.29/MG.11.5.39. We have an invoice dated the 16th March from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. for 12 - 6.50/16 Covers and 12 - 6.50/16 Tubes, forwarded to Mr. Waller,… | ||
| scan0137 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre tread pattern modifications, mould production, and testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 [AVON Logo] SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH.… | ||
| scan0138 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding Sketch FD.336 for discs on wire wheels for Bentley 5 and Wraith III models. | ||
| View original record | The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. - 2 - We have examined your Sketch FD.336 showing the arrangement of the discs for wire wheels Bentley 5 and Wraith III. We do not anticipate any difficulty in supplying… | ||
| scan0139 | Inquiry sent to Franco Britannic Autos in Paris regarding the arrival of an Avon Tyres shipment in Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To J.A. Behnana Franco Britannic Autos Ltd., 25 Rue Gide, Levallois Perret. PARIS. c. to G/WFH. Rm/IMW.11/JH.15.5.39. re G/WFH/CTC.29/MG.11.5.39. Will you please find out whether 12 6.50 /16 Avon… | ||
| scan0140 | Requesting the return of two part-worn Avon tyres to the manufacturer for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1331/ To Hq/FC. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. Rm/FJH.4/MH.15.5.39. Will you please return to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, Wilts., marked for the attention of Dr. Mackay, the two part worn Avon… | ||
| scan0141 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre design modifications and testing arrangements. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE AVON CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY… | ||
| scan0142 | Internal office order requesting the purchase of tyres based on a previous memo. | ||
| View original record | 133/2 O.O. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry4/R.26.5.39. Will you please order the tyres enumerated in our memo Rm/Gry3/R.26.5.39., copy attached. Rm/Gry: | ||
| scan0143 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. requesting 20 covers of 5-stud and 4-stud patterns. | ||
| View original record | 1331. Rm3/R. 26th May, 1939. c. Roy. The Avon India Rubber Co.,Ltd., Melksham, WILTS: (For the attention of Dr. Mackay.) Dear Sirs, Further to the telephone conversation you had with Hardy yesterday,… | ||
| scan0144 | Letter from Avon Tyres confirming the supply of tyres for fitment on Bentley cars, distinguishing them from special test tyres for Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO., Ltd 1331 Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN. WESTERN UNION. BENTLEYS & M T PRIVATE… | ||
| scan0145 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about fitting solid tyres to wheels for dynamometer testing. | ||
| View original record | 1381. Rm/Gry.5/MH. 31st. May, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, At the moment when we take a power curve on the chassis dynamometer in… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and construction of ten 5-stud pattern tyre covers. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. CONLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company discussing the feasibility and specifications for fitting solid tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY, O.F.… | ||
| scan0148 | Telegram regarding the travel of tyre fitters to Derby for skidpan tests. | ||
| View original record | GRYLLS ROYCAR DERBY = GALE TRAVELLING TODAY TO DERBY WITH TYRE FITTERS FOR SKIDPAN TESTS = MACKAY RUBBER MELKSHAM + CT GRYLLS + | ||
| scan0149 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the postponement of a visit. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R. H. COMLEY, O. F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0150 | Request to order 12 inner tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. for delivery to France, with specific stamping instructions for customs clearance. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.9/MH.8.6.39. Will you please order from the Avon India Rubber Co., 12 6.50 x 16 inner tubes to be sent to Waller, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre,… | ||
| scan0151 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting 12 tyres to be sent to France for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331. Rm/Gry.3/MH. 10th. June, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We are wondering whether you are now in a position to let us have 7 x… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding upcoming tyre tests at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/Gry.7/MH. 22nd. June, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, Hewitt was here this morning and I mentioned to him that we might be… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre and rim specifications for a 1940 Continental Touring model. | ||
| View original record | 1331/ ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R. H. COMLEY. O. F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0154 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre and rim sizes for testing. | ||
| View original record | /33/. Rm/Gry.9/MH. 27th. June, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter reference JGM/NAW. of the 26th. June.… | ||
| scan0155 | Letter from a tyre supplier regarding the specifications, supply, and testing of various experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER. J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY,… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a copy of shipping advice for 15 packages despatched to Imperial Airways Ltd. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0157 | Despatch advice for tyres and tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | DESPATCH ADVICE M 58494 FROM AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. MELKSHAM DATE 29.6.39. TYRE DIVISION MOTOR. DELIVER TO Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. CARRIAGE lorry. DEPOT O/No. CUSTOMER'S… | ||
| scan0158 | Shipping advice note from The Avon India Rubber Co. for a consignment of 5 bales and 10 bundles for Rolls Royce Ltd. | ||
| View original record | SHIPPING ADVICE The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. MELKSHAM, WILTS Tels: "RUBBER, MELKSHAM" Telephone: 120 (6 lines) S/D 1459 To The Immediate Transportation Co. Ltd. 33, St. Mary-at-Hill LONDON, E.C.3.… | ||
| scan0159 | Packing detail sheet listing contents, measurements, and weights for multiple lots of tyres and tubes. | ||
| View original record | CUSTOMER: M/S Walker & Co Ltd. Indore PACKING DETAIL 3M-MM.3618 (43516) TABLE COLUMNS: Advice Number, Description, Package No., Contents, Measurements, Gross Weight (Cwts., Qrs., Lbs.), Nett Weight… | ||
| scan0160 | Despatch of tyres to France, including sizes, tread thickness, and a warning about specific tyres being out of tolerance. | ||
| View original record | 1208? 1331. To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/Gry.9/MH.30.6.39. Herewith copy of part of letter we have had from Mackay at Avon's. "We have today despatched to… | ||
| scan0161 | Cancelled memo regarding the despatch of a 4 1/2' Sankey wheel rim to the Avon Rubber Co.Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/Wym.2/JH.1.6.39. We are sending into the stores today one Sankey wheel 4 1/2" rim to be despatch to the Avon Rubber Co.Ltd.,Melksham, Wilts. Will you please mark this for… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding wheel fitment, Michelin tyre investigation and dynamometer testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 3rd. July, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We cannot just at present send you a wheel of the type we shall be using… | ||
| scan0163 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company regarding the supply of a wheel, Michelin tyres, and a water brake. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5th EDN. WESTERN UNION, BENTLEYS & M.T. PRIVATE CODE. The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO.… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company confirming the dispatch of ten 6.50/16 tyres and tubes from a modified mould. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0165 | List of tyres at Chateauroux and a query about the markings on Avon tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To RM/Gry Chateauroux 12.7.39. Tyres at Chateauroux We enclose for your reference a list of tyres which we have compiled. We should like to know the significance of the markings on the 6.50-16… | ||
| scan0166 | List of new Avon and Dunlop tyres and tubes at Chateauroux, detailing quantities, sizes, and serial numbers. | ||
| View original record | List of New Tyres at Chateauroux. 12.7.39. AVON TYRES 6-off 6.50-16 5.bar I.C.A. Nos. JJ 3561. JJ3574. JJ 3563. JJ 3580. JJ 3569. JJ 3581. 6-off 6.50-16 5.bar N.C.A.(1) Nos. JR.2951. JR 2991. JR 2988.… | ||
| scan0167 | Continued list of new Dunlop tyres and tubes at Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | -2- List of New Tyres at Chateauroux.(cont:) DUNLOP TYRES. 10.off. 7.00-16 Special casing construction covers for 6.00-16 rims. Nos. 428778 AH. 440319 AH. 440360 AH. 442916 AH. 440363 AH. 442990 AH.… | ||
| scan0168 | Tyres and wheels, referencing previous correspondence and giving instructions on usage. | ||
| View original record | 1331 + 1332 To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/Gry.2/MH.14.7.39. Re your memo on tyres, the only thing we know about the Avons is what we told you in our memo… | ||
| scan0169 | Requesting an order be placed with the Avon India Rubber Co. for tyres dispatched to Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 1331. To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.3/MH.17.7.39. Will you please send an order to the Avon India Rubber Co. for the following tyres which were despatched to Mr. Waller at Chateauroux -… | ||
| scan0170 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a sketch of hydraulic measuring apparatus for tyre loss. | ||
| View original record | 133/ Rm/Gry.6/MH. 25th. July, 1939. The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. For the attention of Dr. Mackay. Dear Sirs, Herewith, as promised, sketch of the hydraulic measuring apparatus… | ||
| scan0171 | Arranging the urgent dispatch of a 16 x 4½ wire wheel to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 133/ To Hd/FC. from Rm/Gry. c. D/BP. Rm/Gry.8/MH.26.7.39. Herewith one 16 x 4½ wire wheel. Will you please send this to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, Wilts., marked for the attention of… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a sketch for a Hydraulic Machining Unit used in determining Tyre power loss. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER. J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0173 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing sharing the cost of sending tyres by air mail to France. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER. J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY.… | ||
| scan0174 | Invoice detailing the costs for shipping motor covers and tubes by air to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | E.86. 1331 Messrs.The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Mabledon Place, St.Pancras, W.C.1. 14th July, 1939. E.2967. FB LR. W. #20023/37 - 5 bales.10 bdls.Motor Indre Covers & Tubes by Air Made in England.… | ||
| scan0175 | Invoice for tyres and tubes from the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry 1331 G/WFH/CTC.4/JE.9.8.39 We have received an invoice from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., dated July 7th, for 12 - 6.50/16 Avon Standard Covers and 12 - 6.50/16 Tubes at 27/-d per Tyre… | ||
| scan0176 | Letter from a tyre supplier proposing two methods for measuring the power loss of tyres using dynamometers. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 [Logo with text: AVON SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE] The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL… | ||
| scan0177 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a staff member's military call-up and continuity of service. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.Inst.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY.… | ||
| scan0178 | Inquiry about a 16 x 4½' Wire Wheel loaned to Avon Rubber Co. Ltd. which has not yet been returned. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/Gry. G/WFH/EWH.41/JC.2.11.39 On 26.7.39 in accordance with your memo reference Rm/Gry.8/MH.26.7.39. we forwarded to the Avon Rubber Co.Ltd., 1 - 16 x 4½" Wire Wheel. This was on loan and up to… | ||
| scan0179 | Wheel to be kept at the Avon Rubber Co. for reference. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To G/WFH/EWH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.10/MH.7.11.39. With reference to memo G/WFH/EWH.41/JC.2.11.39, this wheel is still at the Avon Rubber Co. where we should like it to stay for some time yet. It… | ||
| scan0180 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0181 | Official order for tyres to be sent to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Les. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH.2/MH.20.12.39. Will you please send an official order to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. for the following tyres:- 6 special High Speed 6.50 x 16. 12 Bentley… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a supply of special and standard tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/FJH.8/JH. 20th. December, 1939. Dr. J.G. Mackay, Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire. Dear Dr. Mackay, Mr. Grylls tells me that he has asked you to supply us with 6… | ||
| scan0183 | Letter to The Avon Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the diameter of test drums to better simulate road conditions. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/FJH.1/BA. 9th, January. 1940. The Avon Rubber Co.Ltd. Melksham. Wiltshire. For the attention of Dr. J.G.Mackay. Dear Sir, We think it would be better if you made your drums 70" in dia. in… | ||
| scan0184 | The despatch of six Avon Speed Special tyres and tubes to Paris for chassis B.12.AW. | ||
| View original record | 133/ Hd/FC. Copies to:- D/EF. Rm/FJH. Rm/FD.9/ML.14.2.40. We are sending into the Stores today 6 Avon Speed Special covers and tubes. Will you please have these despatched to Levallois, Paris, marked… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. seeking approval for tyre pressure recommendations for new Standard and Corniche Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | /33/ Rm/FJH.S/JH. 17th. February, 1940. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire. For the attention of Dr.J.G.Mackay. Dear Sirs, We are at present compiling an instruction book for our new… | ||
| scan0186 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company approving tyre pressures for Standard and Corniche Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0187 | Proposal from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. to test experimental tyres on service cars due to wartime restrictions. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN: MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN: SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.Inst.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS: R.H. COMLEY,… | ||
| scan0188 | Internal order for Avon tyres and inner tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1331 file Les. c. G/JWH. Rm/FD.8/ML.7.3.40. Will you please order:- 10 6.00" x 16" Avon 4-ply covers and inner tubes. Please obtain 6-ply if 4-ply are not available. Rm/FD. Order No: 52509. | ||
| scan0189 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of new tyre compounds. | ||
| View original record | /33/ Rm.13/MH. 11th. March, 1940. Dr.J.G.Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., Melksham, WILTS. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your letter of March 6th. We are prepared to run some 6.50 x 16 tyres with… | ||
| scan0190 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the use of experimental tyres on two test cars. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO.,Ltd. CHAIRMAN: MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN: SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0191 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about the performance of high-speed tyres sent for testing on a 'Corniche' type car. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left: EW/FHH] [Handwritten top center: 1331] [Letterhead] ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F.FULLER.J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding special high speed tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/FJH.10/JH. 15th. April, 1940. Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire. For the attention of Dr.J.G.Mackay. Dear Sirs, We regret our delay in replying to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0193 | Arrangement for mileage testing of 8 Avon tyres and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1331 LES/FS. from Rm/FD. With regard to the 8 Avon tyres and tubes sent for the attention of Mr. Robotham. We understand that owing to present conditions Avons have no test cars running for tyre… | ||
| scan0194 | Order for tyres and tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | 205 3 Page Pass 2/5/40 5/6 - 510 5/2 Avon India Rubber Co Melksham 8 Covers 6.50 x 16 G 8 Tubes 6.50 x 16 G Test/HS for attention of Mr Robotham [Signature] | ||
| scan0195 | Despatch advice from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd for a delivery of tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | DESPATCH ADVICE M 74701 FROM AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. FOR HAT TESTING A/C No 822 MELKSHAM DATE 1.5.40. TYRE DIVISION DELIVER TO Messrs. ROLLS ROYCE LTD., DERBY. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. ROBOTHAM.… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd regarding squealing tyres and requesting modified replacements. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/FH3/Dn 6th August 1 9 4 0. Messrs The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd, M E L K S H A M. (Wiltshire). ----------------- Attention of Dr J.G.Mackay. Dear Sirs, We have noticed that the Tyres you have… | ||
| scan0197 | Dispatch of four worn-out Avon tyres for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Hd/FC. from Rm/RJH. Copy to G/JWH. Rm/RJH.16/ET.4.10.40. Will you please dispatch to Messrs. The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire, for the attention of Dr. J.G. Mackay, the… | ||
| scan0198 | Letter to The Avon Rubber Co. reporting mileage results from testing experimental tyres and mentioning a squealing issue. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm/RJH.2/ET. 7th October, 1940. Messrs. The Avon Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wiltshire. Attention Dr. J.G. Mackay. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you under separate cover four of the special 6.50… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to demonstrate new covers. | ||
| View original record | 1331 tyres avon Rm.4/ML. 13.10.40. J.G.Mackay,Esq., Messrs The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM. Wilts. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 9th. October. We shall be pleased to see you on… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about the testing of experimental tyres and proposing a meeting to discuss car and tyre development. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten: 1331] [Handwritten: RM/FJH] [Header] ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. [Left Column] CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E.… | ||
| scan0201 | Letter from a tyre supplier regarding tyre squeal on corners. | ||
| View original record | File tyres Avon 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL… | ||
| scan0202 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre squealing on experimental cars and a request for new samples. | ||
| View original record | Rm.6/ML. 10.10.40. J.G.Mackey,Esq., AVON India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mackey, Hardy has been having some correspondence with you about tyres squealing. In your last letter of August… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding squealing tyres and arranging a competitive tyre test. | ||
| View original record | 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E. M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. regarding tyre testing, tread pattern modifications and arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | /33/ Rm.4/ET. 18th October, 1940. J.G. MACKAY, Esq., AVON India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mr. Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 14th October. I think we should be able to do any… | ||
| scan0205 | Test record and return instruction for a set of 6.50 x 16 Avon tyres. | ||
| View original record | Avon Type File 1331 AH 6.50 x 16. Avon Tyres. Sent by makers for test purposes. 2.5.40. Tyre No. KE. 8128. fitted 12. B.I. N.S.R. 4972 Miles " " KE 8150. " O.S.R 4972 " " " KE 9120 " 9. B.I. N.S.R… | ||
| scan0206 | Squealing issues with Avon tyres and the consideration of semi-pilotte tyres for a small car, focusing on the impact on steering lock. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] Tyres Avon 1331 [Typed] Ev. from Rm. Rm.12/ML.29.10.40. here yesterday. We pointed out that their new tyre had acquired some unpleasant characteristics of squealing. They are putting the… | ||
| scan0207 | Specification table for S.M.M.T. tyres listing sizes, widths, rim types, load capacities, and inflation pressures. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S.M.M.T. Size. Max:Section Width. Rim. Max: Load. Inflation Pressure. 6.00/16 6.25" 4.00 D.) or 4.00 E.) 1120 (4 ply) 30 6.25/16 6.70" 4.50 D.) or 4.50 E.) 1195 (4 ply) 30 6.50/16 6.80" 4.50 D.)… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter from Seiberling Rubber Company discussing the development and testing of wide base tyres pioneered by Firestone. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SEIBERLING RUBBER COMPANY. AKRON, OHIO. August. 16th. 1940. Major R.F.Fuller J.P., The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., Melksham, Wilts. Attention : Dr. J.G.Mackay. Dear Sir, This is in reply to your… | ||
| scan0209 | Specification table for Avon tyres, detailing sizes, widths, rim types, maximum loads, and inflation pressures. | ||
| View original record | S.M.M.T. Handwritten: Ew tyres avon 1331 Table: Size. Max: Section Width. Rim. Max. Load. Inflation Pressure. 6.00/16 6.25" 4.00 D.) or 4.00 E.) 1120 (4 ply) 30 6.25/16 6.70" 4.50 D.) or 4.50 E.) 1195… | ||
| scan0210 | Letter from Seiberling Rubber Company regarding the development and testing of wide base tires. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SEIBERLING RUBBER COMPANY, AKRON, OHIO. August 16th. 1940. Major R.F. Fuller, J.P., The Avon India Rubber Company, Ltd., Melksham, Wiltshire, England. Attention:- Dr. J.G. Mackay. Dear Sir: This… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter from a tyre supplier regarding a meeting and the delivery of test tyres for a Corniche model. | ||
| View original record | Tyres Avon 1331 ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE THE AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter to J.C. Mackay of Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/ML. 25.10.40. J.C.Mackay,Esq., Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 23rd. October. We are looking forward to seeing you on Monday, 28th.… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. regarding amendments to tyre moulds to address tyre squealing and also discussing wide base tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0214 | Comparison of Michelin Pilote tyres with American wide base rim development, focusing on rim widths, load capacities, and construction. | ||
| View original record | -2- a tabulated statement of the characteristics of Michelin Pilote tyres with a copy of their drawing U.558, detailing the Pilote rims available in this country early in 1939. The following points… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre comfort, an American programme, dimensions of 16' tyres, and the supply of test tyres. | ||
| View original record | The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. -3- (5) Because of their less flexible sectional shape, both Pilote and wide-base tyres will for a given sectional width and at the same load and pressure, be less… | ||
| scan0216 | Letter from Seiberling Rubber Company to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the development of wide base tires. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SEIBERLING RUBBER COMPANY AKRON, OHIO. October, 2. 1940. Major R F Fuller J P The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. Melksham, Wiltshire. Attention - Dr. J.C. Mackay. Dear Dr. Mackay:- We acknowledge… | ||
| scan0217 | Specification table for the Wide Base Rim Program, comparing present and experimental practices for various tire sizes. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE RIM PROGRAM (As of September 1940) Tire Size Present Practice Experimental Practice Recommended Permissible 5.50 3.50 D 4.00 E 4 1/2 L 5 L 6.00 4.00 E 4.50 E 5 L 5 1/2 L 6.25 4.25 E 4.50 E 5… | ||
| scan0218 | Dimensions and weights table for Avon Standard Silent Tyres (4 ply). | ||
| View original record | VB. 18.11.40. DIMENSIONS OF AVON STANDARD SILENT TYRES (4 ply) Size. Rim. Overall dia. Sectional width. Static radius loaded. Cover Weight. Tube weight. Flap weight. Present. Future. 5.00/16 3.00 D.… | ||
| scan0219 | Specification table detailing the dimensions of Michelin Pilote tyres. | ||
| View original record | DIMENSIONS OF MICHELIN PILOTE TYRES. Tyre Size. Rim Section Designation. Rim width inside flanges. Cross sectional width of tyre. Overall diameter. Static Radius under load. Revs. per mile at 30… | ||
| scan0220 | Proposed alteration to a 650/16 silent mould. | ||
| View original record | PROPOSED ALTERATION TO 650/16 SILENT MOULD. NOTE: DEPTH OF GROOVE "B" TO REMAIN AS AT PRESENT i.e. VARYING FROM .370" TO .430". NOTE: FULL LINES, PROPOSED NEW MOULD. DOTTED LINES, EXISTING MOULD.… | ||
| scan0221 | Blueprint showing the design and dimensions for a 6.50/16 Avon L.P. Passenger Tyre, Type R.B. | ||
| View original record | BEAD VENTS (SEE NOTE ON PLAN) PARTING LINE OF MOULD. 2.68 ARC 2.55 CHORD RADIAL VENTS PARALLEL 15° NOTE: WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SECTION ON H.H ALL VIEWS ON THIS DRAWING ARE OF THE TYRE NOT THE MOULD.… | ||
| scan0222 | Blueprint drawing of three different Michelin 'Broadbase' rims. | ||
| View original record | MICHELIN 'BROADBASE' RIMS ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETRES 'P.7' RIM. 155 x 400 Countersink 1.5 Deep at 45° 'P.8' RIM. 165 x 400 Countersink 1.5 Deep at 45° 'P.10' RIM. 185 x 400 Countersink 1.5 Deep at… | ||
| scan0223 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the two-stage re-cutting of a 6.50/16 tyre mould. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0224 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the testing of their tyres and rims. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/SW. 30th November, 1940. Mr. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, WILTS. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your lucid expositions on tyres and rims, and also for your letter of the 28th… | ||
| scan0225 | Letter to Mr. Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co. thanking him for information on tyres and rims and acknowledging receipt of tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/SW. 30th November, 1940. Mr. Mackay, The AVON India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, WILTS. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your lucid expositions on tyres and rims, and also for your letter of the 28th… | ||
| scan0226 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. acknowledging expositions on tyres and rims and awaiting tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm.4/SW. 30th November, 1940. Mr. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, WILTS. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your lucid expositions on tyres and rims, and also for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0227 | Dispatch instruction for returning four Avon tyres for examination to the Avon India Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/Wym. 1331 Rm/Wym.3/ET.6.1.41. Will you please dispatch to the AVON INDIA RUBBER Co., MELKSHAM, Wiltshire, marked for the personal attention of R. Mackay Esq., 4 Avon tyres 6.50 x 16.… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. returning four tyres from a Bentley for examination, detailing their serial numbers, position, and mileage. | ||
| View original record | 1331 5th January, 1941. Rm/Wym.6/ET. Avon India Rubber Co., MELKSHAM, Wilts. For the attention of R. Mackey, Esq. Dear Sir, We are returning to you, under separate cover, 4 Avon tyres for examination.… | ||
| scan0229 | Letter from a tyre supplier explaining a delivery delay due to a factory breakdown. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 AVON SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E. M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS H.H. COSHAY O.F. SWANBOROUGH. SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in the despatch of tyres. | ||
| View original record | Tyres Avon 1331 Rm.3/ML. 9.12.40. J.G.Mackay,Esq., Messrs Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM. Wilts. Dear Mr. Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 3rd. December, reference JGM/VB. We note that… | ||
| scan0231 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd concerning the dispatch of standard and experimental tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E. M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS H.B. COMLEY, O.E. SWANBOROUGH SECRETARY &… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. enquiring about a delay in the delivery of special tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm.5/ET. 9th January, 1941. J.G. MACKAY, Esq., AVON India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mr. Mackay, We have not yet received any of the special tyres. Is the hold up due to the railway?… | ||
| scan0233 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in tyre delivery for testing. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Rm | Wyman. Noted. Please note. [Signatures] ESTABLISHED 1885 [Logo] SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT… | ||
| scan0234 | Requesting to charge an invoice from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. for £1.6.10. | ||
| View original record | Order Office. 1831 Rm.9/ET.19.1.41. Please charge the attached invoice from Messrs. Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., of Melksham (Wilts), for £1.6.10. to my account. Rm. | ||
| scan0235 | Letter from Avon Tyres confirming the despatch of various tyre covers and tubes for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR H.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0236 | Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging correspondence regarding the supply of tyres. | ||
| View original record | Rm.9/ML. Dr. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. 23.1.41. Dear Dr. Mackay, This is to acknowledge with thanks your letter of the 20th. January, reference JGH/VB. We have noted that… | ||
| scan0237 | Comparative weights analysis of Avon and Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | TYRES. _ Comparative Weights. AVON. 7.50 x 16. "4.STUD" 4.PLY. 40. LBS. DUNLOP " " "FORT" _ 40 LBS. AVON. 7.00 x 16. "4 STUD." 4.PLY 32 1/2. LBS. DUNLOP. " " FORT. _ 36. LBS. NOTE. FOR A CORRECT… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter from Avon confirming the despatch of tyres and tubes for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co. Ltd. ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.Inst.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY O.F.… | ||
| scan0239 | Requesting an official order for various tyres and tubes from the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/AES. from Rm/Wym. 1331 Rm/Wym.3/ET.28.1.41. With regard to the attached advice note A.09113, I believe these tyres were ordered over the telephone by Rm. will you please send the Avon India… | ||
| scan0240 | Testing of new Avon tyres with a modified pattern to eliminate squealing. | ||
| View original record | To Bm/Wym. from Rm. AVON TYRES. Avons tell me that they have supplied some 6.50 x 16 tyres with the edges of the pattern modified to eliminate squealing. If these are in the Stores I should be glad if… | ||
| scan0241 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. regarding tyre modifications and wide base rim development. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN, WESTERN UNION, BENTLEYS & MT PRIVATE CODE.… | ||
| scan0242 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company discussing tyre and rim fitment specifications and upcoming rim design changes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Tyre Size. Rim Size. 5.50/16 4.1/2 K. ) 6.00/16 5. K. ) 6.25/16 5. K. ) See our drawings PT.8894, PT.8895 6.50/16 5.1/2 K. ) and PT.8896 attached. 7.00/16 6. L. ) 7.50/16 6.1/2 L. ) The other… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter from Seiberling Rubber Company regarding the experimental 'safety rims' used on 1941 Chrysler cars. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SEIBERLING RUBBER COMPANY AKRON, OHIO. March, 17th, 1941. Major R F Fuller J P The Avon India Rubber Company Ltd. Melksham Wiltshire, England. Attention - Dr. J.G. Mackay. Dear Dr. Mackay:- You… | ||
| scan0244 | Program for the Passenger Car Tire Wide Rim Meeting sponsored by The Tire and Rim Association, Inc. | ||
| View original record | COPY. PASSENGER CAR TIRE WIDE RIM MEETING DETROIT, MICHIGAN. NOVEMBER 8, 1940. SPONSORED BY THE TIRE AND RIM ASSOCIATION, INC. PROGRAM 1. RIMS. A. TIRE AND RIM ASSOCIATION AGREEMENT ON RIM WIDTHS AND… | ||
| scan0245 | Specification sheet for tire and rim combinations, including recommended, permissible, and experimental options, along with estimated sectional diameters. | ||
| View original record | TIRE & RIM COMBINATIONS. First Table: TIRE SIZE. | PRESENT RIMS. RECOMMENDED PRACTICE. RECOMMENDED. | PERMISSIBLE. | WIDE BASE RIMS. EXPERIMENTAL. | PRACTICE. 5.50 | 3.50D | 4.00F | 4½ K. | 5-K. 6.00… | ||
| scan0246 | Consensus of experience from large tire companies on the performance of passenger car tires on wide base rims. | ||
| View original record | CONSENSUS OF EXPERIENCE OF LARGE TIRE COMPANIES WITH PASSENGER CAR TIRES ON WIDE BASE RIMS. 1. TREADWEAR. An average of all treadwear tests by all companies shows an improvement in the rate of… | ||
| scan0247 | The effects of rim width on vehicle handling, comfort, and tire performance. | ||
| View original record | V. CROSS-WIND HANDLING. The effect of the increased stability is more evident in cross-wind handling than in cornering power. VI. STEERING AND PARKING EFFORT. Slow speed steering and parking effort is… | ||
| scan0248 | Blueprint detailing Chrysler bead seat contours for 16 inch diameter (and smaller) low pressure balloon tyres. | ||
| View original record | CHRYSLER BEAD SEAT CONTOURS. FOR 16" DIAMETER. (AND SMALLER) LOW PRESSURE. BALLOON TYRES. STANDARD CONTOUR CHRYSLER CONTOUR A. B. C. D. E. F. TABLE OF DIMENSIONS. RIM FLANGE. A. B. C. D. E. F. E. .006… | ||
| scan0249 | Diagram showing the experimental practice for wide base rim contours for passenger car tyres. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE RIM CONTOURS FOR PASSENGER CAR TYRES EXPERIMENTAL PRACTICE. 7-M 7" ± .063" 2.707 MAX. .022" MIN. 2° 1.125 MIN. .156"R MIN. 1.250 MIN. 13.483 DIA MAX. .555" MIN. .031"R MIN. 2° .380" .470"… | ||
| scan0250 | Experimental wide base rim contours for 16 inch passenger car tyres. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE EXPERIMENTAL RIM CONTOURS FOR PASSENGER CAR TYRES DIAMETERS SHOWN ARE FOR 16" RIMS. APPROVED OCT 25-1940 TE-10-30-40-L-1. 6-L OPTIONAL WELL WIDTH REVISED 1-17-41. Top Diagram: Label: 6-L… | ||
| scan0251 | Blueprint showing experimental wide base rim contours for passenger car tyres. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE RIM CONTOURS FOR PASSENGER CAR TYRES EXPERIMENTAL PRACTICE. Diagram 1: 4 1/2 ± .063" 4 1/2-K. .022 MIN 2° .910 MAX .780 MIN .156R MAX 20°±5° 5°±1° 5°±1° .375R 1.000 MIN .750 R .250 R .250 R… | ||
| scan0252 | Cross-section drawings of four different Avon tyre and rim combinations. | ||
| View original record | 6.50/16 AVON TYRE ON 6L WIDE BASE RIM, 7.00/16 AVON TYRE ON 6L WIDE BASE RIM, 7.00/16 AVON TYRE ON 6 1/2L WIDE BASE RIM, 7.50/16 AVON TYRE ON 6 1/2L WIDE BASE RIM, 85°, 15.98" Dia., 6.00", 1.125",… | ||
| scan0253 | Blueprint showing various Avon tyre and rim cross-sections and their dimensions. | ||
| View original record | DRG. Nᵒ P.T. 8995 A DRAWN: 8.2.41 BY: R.DAUNTON CHECKED: BY: Top Row (from left to right): 1. 5.50/16 AVON TYRE ON 5K WIDE BASE RIM Dimensions: .770", 1.00", 5.00", 15.980" Dia 2. 6.00/16 AVON TYRE ON… | ||
| scan0254 | Blueprint comparing the cross-sections of two different Avon tyre and rim combinations. | ||
| View original record | 5.50/16 AVON TYRE ON 4 1/2 K WIDE BASE RIM 4.50" 1.00" .770" 15.970" DIA. 7.50/16 AVON TYRE ON 7 M WIDE BASE RIM 7.00" 1.25" .930" 15.970" DIA. DRAWN: 8.2.41 BY: R. DRUMMOND CHECKED: BY: DRG. Nᵒ P.T.… | ||
| scan0255 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd regarding tyre testing, squealing problems, and scheduling a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Tyres Avon 1331 Rm.9/ML. 6.5.41. Dr. Mackay, AVON India Rubber Co.Ltd., MELKSHAM. Wilts. Dear Dr. Mackay, Thank you for your letter of the 2nd. May. I am sorry that I have been so lax in supplying you… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. comparing Buick's tyre and rim specifications for 1941 and 1942 models. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 Lines). Codes A.B.C. 5th EDN. WESTERN UNION. BENTLEYS & M.T. PRIVATE CODE. AVON SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO.… | ||
| scan0257 | Letter to Avon Tyre Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyres used in the States. | ||
| View original record | 1331 14th May, 1941. Rm.11/ET. J.G. Mackay, Esq., Avon Tyre Rubber Co. Ltd., M E L K S H A M. Wilts. Dear Mr. Mackay, Thank you very much for your letter of 12th May, with particulars of the tyres… | ||
| scan0258 | Request to carry out a comparative squealing test between India tyres and the latest tread from Avon. | ||
| View original record | FILE 1331 To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.2/SW.25.5.41. Will you please carry out a carefully comparative squealing test between the India tyres and the latest tread that Avon have submitted for test. Rm. | ||
| scan0259 | Letter to Doctor Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., detailing the results of comparative tyre tests. | ||
| View original record | FILE 1331 Rm.2/SW. 26th May, 1941. Doctor Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., Merksham, WILTS. Dear Doctor Mackay, We have now done some comparative tests on your modified Avon tyres, and… | ||
| scan0260 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding experimental tyres to fix a squealing issue. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN. WESTERN UNION. BENTLEYS & M PRIVATE CODE.… | ||
| scan0261 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing a new tyre mould with a different tread pattern. | ||
| View original record | -2- We cannot at the moment visualise any further modifications to our existing mould, but we have a mould on order with tread pattern similar to our present one but with a different proportioning of… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. regarding unacceptable tyre squeal noise in hot weather. | ||
| View original record | 1331 15th July, 1941. EA.1/HT. G.J. MacKay, Esq., Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd., M E L K S H A M, Wilts. Dear MacKay, Thank you for your letter of July 11th. You will be interested to hear that, during… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre and rim details for a Standard Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 [AVON LOGO] SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. 1331. Telegrams RUBBER, MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 LINES). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN. WESTERN UNION, BENTLEYS &… | ||
| scan0264 | Blueprint detailing the experimental practice for a wide base rim contour for 16 inch passenger car tyres. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE RIM CONTOUR FOR PASSENGER CAR TYRES, EXPERIMENTAL PRACTICE., 5 1/2 - K., 5.50" ± .063", 2°, 1.933" MAX., .780" MIN., .022" MIN., .156" R MAX., 20°±5', .375" R., 1.00", 13.983" DIA. MAX.,… | ||
| scan0265 | Blueprint diagram for an experimental wide base rim contour for passenger car types. | ||
| View original record | WIDE BASE RIM CONTOUR FOR PASSENGER CAR TYPES EXPERIMENTAL PRACTICE. 5 1/2 - K. DIAMETER SHOWN IS FOR 16" RIMS. TR-10-30-40-K. Dimensions: 5.50" ± .063" 2° 1.933" MAX. .780" MIN. .022" MIN. .156"R.… | ||
| scan0266 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of four different types of test tyres and their serial numbers. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0267 | Squeal tests for different types of Avon tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.24/ET.91/1.8.41. AVON TYRES. Herewith report on special tyres supplied by Avon India Rubber Co. None of these series of tyres are as good for squeal as the previous set… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the performance of a modified 6.50/16 tyre and arranging a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO., Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER. J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on tyres and inviting discussion on recent modifications. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm.15/EP. 21st August, 1941. J.G. MACKAY, Esq., Avon India Rubber Co, Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mackay, Here is a report on the tyres. We do not seem to have been very fortunate in our recent… | ||
| scan0270 | Typed letter to Dr. I.G. Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding scheduling a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/RH. 1881 29th August, 1941. Your ref: JGM/VD. Dr. I.G. Mackay, The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., M E L K S H A M, Wilts. Dear Mackay, Thank you for your letter of August 27th. As luck would have… | ||
| scan0271 | Letter from Avon Tyres regarding the testing of different tyre models to address squealing on corners. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 [Handwritten top left]: Rus Report issued 16-12-41. RM / WYM [Handwritten top right]: Car [Company Logo: AVON SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE] The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F.… | ||
| scan0272 | Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company discussing tyre performance, comparing five-bar and four-bar designs. | ||
| View original record | AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. LTD. It is our opinion that if the original five-bar tyres which you tested so extensively in the early part of 1939 were as liable to squeal as our present Standard Silent… | ||
| scan0273 | Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre noise and tread pattern testing. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0274 | Squeal tests for three categories of Avon tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Car 3010 (b) 3010 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. c.c. Rm/RJH. Rm/Wym.11/OH.16.12.41. AVON TYRES. Herewith report on special tyres supplied by Avon India Rubber Co, the tyres submitted to us for test were in… | ||
| scan0275 | Testing different Avon tyre types for squeal. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. 1331 Rm/Wym. 11/OH.16.12.41. car 9040 9010(C) AVON TYRES. Herewith a report on special tyres supplied by Avon India Rubber Co. The tyres submitted to us for test were in three… | ||
| scan0276 | Cover letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on the behaviour of tyres. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten annotation in red ink]: Car [Handwritten annotation]: 3040 [crossed out] 3010(6)✓ [Handwritten annotation in red ink]: 1331 Rm. 5/h. 22nd December, 1941. J. G. Mackay, Esq., The Avon… | ||
| scan0277 | The squealing performance of special tyres supplied by Avon India Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. Rm/Wym. 11/OH.16.12.41. AVON TYRES. Herewith a report on special tyres supplied by Avon India Rubber Co. The tyres submitted to us for test were in three categories : 1. Avon… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the design and trial of modified tyres. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 1381 AVON SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. Telegrams RUBBER MELKSHAM. Telephone MELKSHAM 120 (6 Lines). Codes A.B.C. 5TH EDN, WESTERN UNION, BENTLEY'S & M.T.… | ||
| scan0279 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. reporting the death of 2nd Lieut. S. Lovell-Hewitt. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1885 SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd. CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN SIR HERBERT E. BLAIN, C.B.E., M.INST.T. JOINT GENERAL MANAGERS R.H. COMLEY. O.F.… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter of condolence to Mr. Comley on the death of Mr. Hewitt. | ||
| View original record | 1331 m. 1/h. 24th January, 1942. Dear Mr. Comley, I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Hewitt's death. I enjoyed our contact with him and admired his ability, so that I can appreciate how much you will miss… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding experimental passenger tyres being sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten note (top): Miss Taylor - Please write suitable letter of thanks for me to sign [Letterhead: The AVON INDIA RUBBER CO. Ltd.] ESTABLISHED 1885 CHAIRMAN MAJOR R.F. FULLER, J.P. DEPUTY… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter acknowledging receipt of a set of tyres from Avon India Rubber Co. for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1381 4th May, 1942. Em.7/EP. J.G. Mackay, Esq., AVON India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mr. Mackay, I have quite recently returned from the States and found your letter of 3rd April, hence… | ||