Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Inquiry to Dunlop regarding the delivery of 20/25 silent tread tyres and the status of tests on Phantom Three tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 9.6.36. HEALEY, DUNLOP, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM. WHEN WILL DELIVERIES OF 20/25 SILENT TREAD TYRES COMMENCE. HOW ARE WEAR NOISE TESTS GOING ON PHANTOM THREE TYRES . ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0002 | Availability and production of new 'silent tyres' for the 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm S/W. Rm. re- Silent Tyres for 25/30 h.p.Chassis. Cx1/KW9.6.36. I wonder if you can give me any news yet as to when these tyres will be available for production. It is very important, because I… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery and testing of silent tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: Exptl Dept. OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM June 10th.… | ||
| scan0004 | Update from the Dunlop Rubber Co. on the delivery schedule for silent tyres for the 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. K1332 Hs/Rm.11/KW.11.6.36. Silent Tyres for 25/30 H.P. Chassis. Replying to Cx.1/KW.9.6.36. The following is an extract from a letter we have received from the Dunlop Rubber Co. this morning… | ||
| scan0005 | Urgent order for Dunlop Fort Covers & Tubes. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Roy. Hs/FD.31/KW.16.6.36. Will you please order 12. 7 x 18 Dunlop R. type Fort Covers & Tubes. These are urgently required and we cannot obtain any from the Works, none in stock. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0006 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. requesting the collection of four Phantom III wheels and tyres from the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/FD.19/KW. 19th June, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, Will you please arrange for your van to pick up 4. Phantom III wheels and tyres… | ||
| scan0007 | Invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for five tyre covers. | ||
| View original record | These are chargeable to Sales as demonstration types Rm. Hs. Copy to Roy. G/Cam/CA.34/DW.19.6.36. On the 28th ulto. as per memo G/Cam/CA.35/IL we advised you of the receipt of an invoice from The… | ||
| scan0008 | Internal request for five silent tyres for the new trials car GUL-1. | ||
| View original record | F. DOOD. x1332 Any more of these types available in the works? S/W. Hs/Rm. Silent Tyres for 25/30 h.p. Cx1/KW19.8.38 Ckm Is it possible for you to despatch, or arrange to have despatched forthwith, a… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. arranging collection of four wheels and tyres from the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO: 395. YOUR REF: Hs/FB.19/KW. OUR REF: HEP/LW.885. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. regarding testing tyre groans and accelerating wear. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.9/KW. 20th June, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Healey. Dear Healey, We have run those two sets of tyres you sent us… | ||
| scan0011 | Request to despatch special silent Dunlop tyres for chassis GUL.1 to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | X133Z To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/FD.21/JH. 22.6.36. Will you please despatch per passenger train today 4 6 x 19 Dunlop tyres to Lillie Hall, marked for Chassis GUL.1 These are special silent type.… | ||
| scan0012 | Silent tyres for the 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. X1332 Hs/FD.24/KW.22.6.36. Silent Tyres for 25/30 HP. Replying to Cx.1/KW.19.6.36. We are despatching to-day 4. silent covers to Lillie Hall, for use on GUL-1. These are all we have in stock… | ||
| scan0013 | Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. for five demonstration tyres to be charged to Sales. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Roy. c. to G/Cam. Hs/Rm.12/KW.23.6.36. G/Cam/CA.34/DW.19.6.36. With regard to the invoice from The Dunlop Rubber Co. for five 6.00 x 19 Fort R.90 Covers which were sent direct to Conduit… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging the collection of tyre covers for testing. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108(P.B.E) EXTENSION No. 349 YOUR REF: OUR REF: LJL/C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming a meeting arrangement with Mr. Grylls. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. YOUR REF: OUR REF: FRC/DW 9 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.Rolls… | ||
| scan0016 | Correspondence from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the production and tooling for 5.00x18 wheels and rims. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/LW. 970. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the intention to standardise a specific 5 x 18' wheel. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.14/KW. 26th June, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 25th inst.… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre testing and wear. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS PHONE, BIRMINGHAM". TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 237. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/G.318 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM July… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a complaint about tyre types and wear. | ||
| View original record | K1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.2/KW. 7th July, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. King. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of July 6th. The type… | ||
| scan0020 | Correspondence from Dunlop regarding the location of four wheels and tyres, with a handwritten internal note clarifying their status. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X.) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/FD.19/KW. OUR REF: HEP/LW.122. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. clarifying a misunderstanding about returned tyres. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.14/KW. 10th July, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Port Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 8th July, we… | ||
| scan0022 | Letter from Dunlop discussing tyre cornering tests and the effects of rim width and pressure. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: Exptl Dept. OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Handwritten… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre and rim tests for cornering power. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Expl. Dept. Hs/Gry.9/MJ. 12th. August, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. A. Healey. Dear Sir, Mr. Rowbotham has asked me to reply to… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter requesting to see test curves for a 5' Phantom III rim. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Cry.9/MJ. 12th. August, 1936. -2- We should like to see the curves you have obtained so far, particularly if you have done any tests on the 5" Phantom lll rim. Yours faithfully, For Rolls-Royce… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the results of tyre noise tests between Goodyear and Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | J1332 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/MJ. 14th. August, 1936. A. Healey Esq., The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM . Dear Healey, I must apologise to you for not answering your letter… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding proposed tyre and rim width experiments. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM'. TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 349. YOUR REF: HS/Gry.9/MJ. OUR REF: H/FJ/G. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0027 | Official order to be placed with Messrs. Dunlop for 15 Balance Weight Bases. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Roy. Hs/FD.22/KW.16.7.36. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Dunlop for 15. Balance Weight Bases, as per our letter Hs/FD.21/KW.16.7.36, a copy of which is attached. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0028 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. requesting a supply of 15 balance weight bases for standard Bentley wheels. | ||
| View original record | Hs/FD.21/KW. Exptl. Dept. 16th July, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Can you please supply us with 15 balance weight bases for… | ||
| scan0029 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming a matter has been connected with their factory. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOP, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/Rm.14/KW. OUR REF: HEP/LW.244. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0030 | Tyre noise on the Phantom III model, comparing Dunlop and Goodyear tyres. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Mx. c. to By. X1332 Hs/Rm.5/KW.17.8.36. Phantom III Tyre Noise. We were anxious to ascertain whether the new silent tread Dunlop tyre with the outer edge filled in was going to be… | ||
| scan0031 | Comparing the noise and wear of Dunlop and Goodyear tyres on a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Mx. c. to By. X1332 Hs/Wym.6/KW.17.8.36. Phantom III Tyre Noise. We have now tested the Dunlop R.90 type tyres Nos. 267253 A.A. and 292445 A.A. and the Goodyear tyres Nos. E.60151-349 and… | ||
| scan0032 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a dimensional issue with wide rim wheels for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.23/KW. 18th August, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, 5 x 18" Rims for the Phantom III. We have… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. enquiring about available tyre sizes for Citroen '40' rims. | ||
| View original record | x 1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.18/JH. 20TH August, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We are requiring some tyres which will… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter to Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a temporary order for Michelin tyres for Citroen rims. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.12/KW. 22nd August, 1936. The Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Fo r the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your yesterday's… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming receipt of a sample wheel and noting a dimensional discrepancy. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/FD.26/KW. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.381. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a demonstration to compare the noise of worn versus new tyres. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM". TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.). Erd. 2121. EXTENSION No. 237. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.394 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a tyre demonstration to address noise issues. | ||
| View original record | X133Z Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wym.25/KW. 31st August, 1936. F.G.W. King, Esq., The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Mr. King, In reply to your letter of August 27th, (K/W.394),… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from F.G.W. King of Dunlop Rubber to G.H. Whyman regarding the rescheduling of a visit. | ||
| View original record | Wym. X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 237. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.406 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 2nd… | ||
| scan0039 | Recommendation for Bentley front tyre pressures to improve handling. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Hd. (For Depot Sheet). c. to By. (For Instructions). Hs/Gry.18/KW.18.9.36. Bentley Front Tyre Pressures. We recommend that in future the correct front tyre pressures for this car should be 30… | ||
| scan0040 | Recommendation to set the front tyre pressure to 30 lbs/sq.in. for the 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Hd. (For Depot Sheet). c.c. to By. (For Instructions). Hs/Gry.17/KW.18.9.36. 25/30 HP. Front Tyre Pressures. We recommend that in future the correct front tyre pressures for this car should… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging co-operation for tests on tyre noise and groans in London traffic. | ||
| View original record | V1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/KW. 19th September, 1936. F.G.W. King, Esq., The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Mr. King, This is to confirm that our car will be in London… | ||
| scan0042 | Tyre noise tests for the Phantom III, comparing Dunlop and Goodyear tyres and the effects of rubber insulating bushes. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To E. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Mx. Hs/Wym.33/KW.30.9.36. Phantom III Tyre Noise. We have just concluded a series of tyre tests in London on 33-EX car, with the latest type… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter to Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co. regarding worn dynamometer tyres for a Phantom III chassis and a request for re-treading information. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.17/KW. 2nd October, 1936. The Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, You may remember supplying us some… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the continued use and potential replacement of worn solid tyres on a dynamometer test machine. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/Gry.17/KW. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.656.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. proposing special lightweight 5.00 x 18 rims for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.654.D. Manager, Car Manfrs. Division. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a potential typing error in wheel weight and a request for cost estimates for light alloy rims. | ||
| View original record | 'X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.21/KW. 8th October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 6th… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the preparation of costs for lightweight 5.00 x 18 rims. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/Rm.21/KW. OUR REF: HEP/HM.714.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing test results on tyre cornering force and rim width. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: DUNLOPS PHONE, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 349 YOUR REF: HA/Gry.9/MJ. OUR REF: LJL/T.286 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning figures for 15° slip and cornering force. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. SHEET NO. 2 19 The figures given for 15° slip are therefore of little importance as far as cornering force is concerned. We trust the attached tables and graphs will be of use to… | ||
| scan0050 | Graph illustrating the variation of cornering force with different rim widths for various tyres on a dry concrete surface. | ||
| View original record | CORNERING FORCE VARIATION WITH RIM WIDTH. SIDEWAYS FORCE IN POUNDS WEIGHT RIM WIDTH IN INCHES LEGEND: SURFACE — DRY CONCRETE. ————— 6.00/16 FORT E.L.P. ----- 6.00/18 FORT "90" DATA TABLE: 6.00/16… | ||
| scan0051 | Graph showing the relationship between slip angle and lateral force. | ||
| View original record | R.S.L 395. FIG 1. RELATION BETWEEN SLIP ANGLE AND LATERAL FORCE LATERAL FORCE IN POUNDS WEIGHT SLIP ANGLE IN DEGREES TYRES: 5.25"/18" FORT '90' (S84) RIMS: 3.25"/18" (28 lbs/□") SURFACE: DRY CONCRETE… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber requesting further data on tyre cornering power and vertical deflection rates. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry/17/KW. 19th October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. L.J. Lambourn. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. providing comparative weights of Wire and Spoked Disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X.) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.795. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 258… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter from Dunlop comparing the weights of Magna Wire Wheels and Spoked Disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | HEP/BMT.795. SHEET NO. 2. 14th.October, 1936. (Dict. 13th). Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, DERBY. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4.50x16 Magna Wire Wheel ............... 23 3/4 lbs. This wheel is used on the… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the supply of experimental Hiduminium Rims. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X.) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.816. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the production, timeline and tooling costs for 10-gauge light steel rims and existing 5.00x18 rims. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Hs/Rm/21/KW. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.820. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery of light alloy rims and information on wheel weights. | ||
| View original record | X1332 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.20/KW. 15th October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. H.E. Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 14th… | ||
| scan0058 | To Roy regarding the £100 tool cost quoted by Dunlop for producing experimental wide rims for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | X1332 To Roy. Hs/Rm.20/KW.16.10.36. We want to get some wide rims in light section fitted to the Phantom III. The wide rims of the present gauge are too heavy. Attached is a letter from Dunlops, from… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from Dunlop detailing the weights of various rim designs for Bentley and Rolls 25/30 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Gry. Please discuss 1332 Rm. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.941. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X)… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning 10 gauge rims for the Phantom III and American rim construction. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. SHEET NO. 2. HEP/BMT.941. 26th.Oct. 1936. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ It is hoped the above information may prove of interest, and, as already mentioned in… | ||
| scan0061 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. inquiring about performance data for lighter P3 5' rims. | ||
| View original record | 8 1332 Rm/Gry.9/MA. 27th October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber CO.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 26th. With regard… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the specifications and performance of improvised wheels and rims. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.9/MA. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.1004. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. providing rim section data for various Buick models. | ||
| View original record | /1332 Rm/Gry.5/MA. 30th October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sir, Further to our letter of the 27th instant, re light… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter to Dunlop requesting tyre cornering power data and inquiring about tyres for independent suspension. | ||
| View original record | J1332 Expl. Dept. Rm/Gry.3/MJ. 31st. October, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Lambourn. Dear Sir, We wonder whether you could measure for… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the delayed dispatch of a set of five Bentley wheels with Hiduminium rims. | ||
| View original record | F.D. 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Expt. Dept. OUR REF: HEP/HM.38.D. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre cornering power and deflection tests. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 349. YOUR REF: Rm./Gry.3/MJ. OUR REF: LJL/G.311 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to Messrs. Dunlop & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a 6 x 17 India cover on loan. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Exptl. Dept. Rm/FD.21/JH. 5th November, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Lambourn. Dear Sirs, We are despatching today under separate… | ||
| scan0068 | Request to despatch one 6 x 17 India tyre to Messrs Dunlop & Co. Ltd. in Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.20/JH.5.11.36. Will you please despatch one 6 x 17 India tyre to Messrs Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. marked for the attention of Mr. Lambourn.… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning rim fitment on Buick models and the material gauges of tyres. | ||
| View original record | X1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.5/MA. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.88. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0070 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the measurement of cornering power for an India Dunlop 90 tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry3/GR. 5th November, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. L.J. Lambourn. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. to arrange a visit to discuss wide rim experiments and faulty hubs. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry12/R. 10th November, 1936. The Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E. Price. Dear Sirs, We shall be glad if you can pay us a visit in the… | ||
| scan0072 | Order for 15 - 5 X 18 wheels from Dunlops for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.9/AP.13.11.36. Will you please order from Messrs Dunlops:- 15 - 5 X 18 wheels as previously supplied, for Experimental cars. Rm/FD. O/54117 | ||
| scan0073 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding Centre Lock wheels, axle types, and potential weight savings for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.292. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the manufacture of 5.00x17 72.V wheels for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.293. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding their inability to manufacture specific Michelin wheels and their search for alternative suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.345. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter from Dunlop discussing arrangements for the inspection and costing of solid dynamometer test tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1.332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.378.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding a sketch for new 5 x 17 wheels and tyre clearance. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry8/R. 18th November, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E. Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0078 | The despatch of two dynamometer wheels with solid tyres to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/M from Rm/FD. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.14/AP.19.11.36. We are sending into the Stores two dynamometer wheels with solid tyres. Will you please have these despatched today certain to The Dunlop… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of two dynamometer wheels for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Department 19th November 1936. Rm/FD.15/AP. Messrs Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Price. Dear Sir, We are despatching today two dynamometer… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt and processing of two dynamometer wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FD.15/AP. OUR REF: HEP/HM.444.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a new wheel track alteration and production details. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry8/R. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.464. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. requesting wheels for an experimental chassis, referencing two different drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry8/R. 24th November, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co.,Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. G.E. Sharp. Dear Sirs, We send you herewith a drawing GW.449 of a wheel we… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Dunlop discussing tyre cushioning capacity, cornering forces, and the effects of rim width and inflation pressure. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS PHONE, BIRMINGHAM'. TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 232 YOUR REF: OUR REF: LJL/FJ/BG. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing axle camber settings and cornering force tests. | ||
| View original record | -2- The alternative seems to be the rather difficult one of making a Rolls Royce axle with varying degrees of camber fit a Hillman Wizard which we could not spare for continuous experiment under such… | ||
| scan0085 | Graph showing the cushioning capacity of a 6.00-16 Fort '90' tyre at various inflation pressures and rim widths. | ||
| View original record | CUSHIONING CAPACITY. D.S. 6489. 6.00-16 FORT '90' Cushioning Capacity = m-ms increase in deflection per cwt. increase in tyre load x 100. Taken in region of normal loading for the inflation pressure.… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre cornering power, rim width, and planned tests on a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Department 1st. December 1936. Rm/Gry.4/AP. Messrs Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Lambourn. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. to W. A. Robotham concerning the examination of tyres and a congratulatory note on a promotion. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM PRIVATE. December 5th.… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding complaints of noisy silent tread tyres on the 25/30 model. | ||
| View original record | J-1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm4/R. 2nd December, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. A. Healey. Dear Sirs, Sales are complaining that the… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enquiring about tyre safety and standardisation for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry3/R. 7th December, 1936. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.C. Price. Dear Sirs, We have asked Mr. Sleator… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the delivery and fitting of tyres to Bentley wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1173 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.747.D.… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from Dunlop regarding a misunderstanding about the suitability of 6.00-17 tyres for a chassis. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry3/R. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.740. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tooling for wheel production. | ||
| View original record | 1332 LES DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Les.14/AP. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.737. Experimental Dept.… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. to W.A. Robotham regarding the examination of returned tyres and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM December 10th. 1936.… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss Dominion Centipede Tread Tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm7/R. 11th December, 1936. A. Healey, Esq., Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Healey, Thank you for your letter of December 10th.… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the development and pricing of a commercial vehicle disc wheel. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.864. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre and rim width tests, including for a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. 1332 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS PHONE. BIRMINGHAM". TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. 349. YOUR REF: OUR REF: LJL/G.371. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. inquiring about the road testing status of Hiduminium Bentley wheels. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.863. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a delay in the delivery of special wheels. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.899.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter from Dunlop regarding a customer complaint of rapid tyre wear and difficulty in tracing the contact. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.886. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. arranging a visit with W.A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: Rm7/R. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM December 12th.… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. detailing the results of cornering power tests on India and Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS PHONE BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION NO. 349. YOUR REF: OUR REF: LJL/G.380 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0102 | Urgent internal order request for 5 Dunlop Fort tyres and tubes for a Bentley going to France. | ||
| View original record | 1332. To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.14/AP.22.12.36. O/54107 Will you please order:- 5 Dunlop Fort 6 X 17 Tyres and Tubes. These are urgently required for a Bentley going to France. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0103 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing a confusion over tyre and rim sizes and standardisation recommendations. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.995. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0104 | Follow-up letter from Dunlop regarding the supply of two 4.00x17 wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.994. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0105 | Internal request to order Dunlop foot covers and tubes for use on a Packard vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.15/JH.1.1.37. Will you please order 5'7 x 16' Dunlop foot covers and tubes. for use on the Packard. Order No.54333. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0106 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding inadequate clearance with Michelin wheels on a steering arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm18/R. 4th January, 1937. The Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.C. Price. Dear Sirs, With regard to the Michelin wheels… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the modification of tyre moulds and the dispatch of tyres for noise testing. | ||
| View original record | GWH. PLEASE RETURN, DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 (P.B.E.) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0108 | List detailing various types of tyres to be supplied, with specific modifications and destinations. | ||
| View original record | Tyres to be supplied:- (a) Two 7.00/18 V.P. '90' with shoulder studs completely tied up. } send direct to France. (b) Two ditto. with knife-cuts on shoulder studs. } (c) Four covers as above for… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of tyres and updating mileage information. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Wyman- Have these tyres arrived- Rm ~207 6Lx DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF:… | ||
| scan0110 | Request to issue a covering order to Messrs. Dunlops for two special wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy/Ms. Rm/Les.10/JH.16.1.37. Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. Dunlops for 2 special 17" x 4" wheels, as instructed in our Rm/Les.9/JH. 16th January. Order No.54107. Rm/Les. | ||
| scan0111 | Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for tyres and tubes, requesting a covering order be issued. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm. G/Cam/CA.19/WP.20.1.37. For the attention of Mr. Grylls. -------------------------- We have an invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., dated 11th inst., on which we are charged £2. 4. 11d… | ||
| scan0112 | Authorisation to pay an invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. for tyres and tubes to be sent to Mr. Hancock in France. | ||
| View original record | 1332. G/Cam/CA, from Rm/Gry. c. to Roy. Rm/Gry6/R.22.1.37. Re: G/Cam/CA.19/WP.20.1.37. It is quite in order to pass the invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd. for £2.4.11., less 9% for 4 - 7.00 x 18… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming the dispatch of 4 tyre covers to Derby. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. 1332 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.317.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0114 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham regarding the testing of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.36 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 23rd January… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of tyres, a preliminary report, and a request for further tyre sets. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm21/R. 25th January, 1937. F.G.W. King, Esq., Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. King, Thank you for your letter of the 23rd… | ||
| scan0116 | Covering order for two sets of tyres from Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Roy. from Rm. c. to G/JWH. Rm22/R.25.1.37. Will you please send a covering order to:- Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, for:- 2 sets (5 tyres each) one in "X1" pattern and the other… | ||
| scan0117 | Testing four new types of Dunlop tyres to reduce noise on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Hs. E. By. Cx. 1332 Rm20/R.25.1.37. P.III TYRE NOISE. We have now tried four types of tyre submitted to us by Dunlop in an endeavour to produce something that is more silent than our… | ||
| scan0118 | Testing various Dunlop tyres for noise on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1392 Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym/R.25.1.37. PHANTOM III TYRE NOISE. We have now had an opportunity of testing for silence, the latest Dunlop tyres herewith enumerated:- X1 - Nos.265378 S.F. & 356407 S.F.… | ||
| scan0119 | The trial of a Dunlop Fort tyre and tube for a customer's trip. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/JWH. from Rm/FD. c. to G/Mt. Rm/FD.8/AP.27.1.37. We have received from Messrs Dunlops one 7.50 X 18 Dunlop Fort Cover and Tube. This has been sent to us for trial, as a Rolls-Royce owner… | ||
| scan0120 | Request to order new tyres and tubes from Dunlop and to return an unsuitable wheel and tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm. BY28/N.29.1.36. Kindly note we have informed the Dunlop Co. that the wheel fitted with 210/18 tyre is not suitable for our requirements, and requested them to send on to us a further five… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre testing and the supply of two new sets. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.43 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 29th January… | ||
| scan0122 | To obtain six Dunlop wheels and tyres for a trials car. | ||
| View original record | 1333 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.14/JH.29.1.37. Will you please obtain. 6 Dunlop 5 x 18 rim wheels. Please charge to Order. No. 52053. Both rims and tyres are urgently required for a trials car.… | ||
| scan0123 | Request to place an official order with Dunlops for fort covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. RM/FD.6/JH.30.1.37. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Dunlops for :- 6 - 7.50 x 18 fort covers and tubes. These have been specially ordered by phone from Mr.… | ||
| scan0124 | Official order for a sample N.2. wire wheel from Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | J-1332 To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.3/JH.1.2.37. Will you please send an official order to Messrs Dunlops for one Sample N.2. wire wheel built with an extra ½" offset and fitted with 210/18… | ||
| scan0125 | Internal request to order four spare inner tubes for 7.50 x 18 tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Fd. C to G/JWH. 11332 Rm/Fd.7/M.1.2.37. Further to our order to Messrs. Dunlops for 6 - 7-50 x 18 Fort covers and tubes, will you please order 4 spare inner tubes to suit 7.50 x 18… | ||
| scan0126 | Internal request to obtain Dunlop Fort Covers and Tubes for a Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 1332 4044 Roy from Rm/FD c to G/JWH Rm/FD3/M.12.2.37. Will you please obtain 5 - 6.50 x 17 Dunlop Fort Covers and Tubes for use on Wraith Chassis. Order No.54127. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0127 | Confirming the dispatch of Dominion Tyres and Tubes for car 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.1/AP.15.2.37. Will you please note, that we despatched to you on the 12th inst., 5 - 7 X 18 Dominion Tyres and Tubes for 35-EX. Rm/FD. Handwritten text: H+3 133 | ||
| scan0128 | The testing of new Dunlop 'Silent Tyres' on a Phantom III, comparing noise levels to older tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. S/W. Rm. C̶ to Hs. C̶ " E. C to Sg " C Cx16/KW15.2.37. Silent Tyres Phantom III. I had an opportunity this morning of trying the new pattern tyres that Dunlops have just supplied, the car used… | ||
| scan0129 | Potential sources of noise, such as exhaust or transmission, in relation to testing silent tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1832 Cx. c. to Hs. c. to E. c. to Sg. c. to O. Rm4/R.16.2.37. Silent Tyres - P.III. Referring to Cx16/KW15.2.37, the third paragraph of your memo suggests that 3.AZ.22 may be suffering from an exhaust… | ||
| scan0130 | Extract from a report on a Bentley car fitted with smaller rear wheels and Dunlop tyres, detailing handling and ride characteristics. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Dunlop X Ben tyres S/W. Bs c. to Rm. Cx14/KW 17.2.37. The following extract from a report on a Bentley, the property of Captain V.H.Summers of Vickers Ltd. will probably interest you. His car is… | ||
| scan0131 | Performance of new 'Silent Tyres' on a Phantom III, noting that reduced tyre noise accentuates other chassis noises. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top center] RBax Mr Keys for what action please [Handwritten top right] 133 2 ? [Typed top left box] S/W. H.R. c.c. to Sg. c. " Rm. c. " B. c. " S. [Typed top right] Cx20/KW18.2.37.… | ||
| scan0132 | Authorization to pay an invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. for a tyre and tube. | ||
| View original record | 1332. 32053 Rm. G/Cam/CA.16/DW.19.2.37. For the attention of Mr.Dodd. We have an invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. dated 12th instant on which we are charged £5/7/- nett for one 210 x 18… | ||
| scan0133 | Urgent internal order request for Dunlop Fort tyres and tubes for a Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 8 10GG 1332 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.14/JH.21.1.37. Will you please order :- 10 - 7 x 17 Dunlop Fort tyres and tubes to order no. 54127 These are very urgently needed for Wraith Chassis.… | ||
| scan0134 | Order for Dunlop Fort Covers and tubes for a Chevrolet car. | ||
| View original record | 8/1332. Roy from Rm/FD c to G/JWH Rm/FD16/M.22.2.37. Will you please order 4 - 6 x 16 Dunlop Fort Covers and tubes for use on the Chevrolet Car. Order No. 54340. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0135 | Authorizing an order for 210 x 18 Dunlop Cover and Tube. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/Cam/CA. Rm/Gry5/R.22.2.37. With regard to memo G/Cam/CA.16/DW.19.2.37, we have decided to keep the 210 x 18 Dunlop Cover and Tube, for which they quote a price of… | ||
| scan0136 | Upcoming visit of Mr. Healey from the Dunlop Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm/Gry. from Hs. Hs8/T1.3.37. Mr. Healey of the Dunlop Rubber Co. will be at the Works on Wednesday (3.3.37) arriving about 3.30 p.m. I shall be glad if you will have all the information ready.… | ||
| scan0137 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming a telephone conversation about a set of six 7.00-18 tyre covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.6. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0138 | Request for a covering order for tyre covers to be sent to Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Gry2/R.2.3.37. We have telephoned to Dunlops to ask them to send 6 - 7 x 18 covers with variable pitch pattern to Hancock at Chateauroux. Will you please send… | ||
| scan0139 | Inquiry to Dunlop Rubber Co. about tyre pressures and deflection rates for alternative Bentley tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry4/R. 2nd March, 1937. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. L.J. Lambourn. Dear Sirs, We understand from Mr. Hives that… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the supply and specification of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 c. to Hy. c. to Roy. Rm/Gry2/R. 8th March, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of A. Healey, Esq. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0141 | Invoices from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for various tyre covers and tread modifications. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm. G/Cam/CA.17/JM.13.3.37 We have two invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., dated 23rd. ulto, on which we are charged with 6 - 7.00 x 18 Dunlop Fort Covers and 4 - 6.00 x 19 Dunlop Fort… | ||
| scan0142 | Authorising payment for experimental test tyres and requesting a covering order be sent to Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/Gry3/R.15.3.37. With regard to G/Cam/CA.17/JM.13.3.37, it is in order to pay for 6 - 7 x 18 covers and 4 6 x 19 covers. These were experimental tyres of a… | ||
| scan0143 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming tyre modifications, new moulds, and standardisation for the Wraith and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.208. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0144 | Procurement of special Dunlop tyres for testing on the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. 1332 Rm/Gry4/R.18.3.37. We have telephoned Dunlops for four special 6.50 x 17 tyres for test on Wraith. We have also written them to know whether we can increase this… | ||
| scan0145 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. requesting an increase in an order of special tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry3/R. 18th March, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E. Price. Dear Sirs, 6.50 x 17 tyres. With regard to the four special tyres you… | ||
| scan0146 | Despatch docket and packing slip from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd for experimental Fort Covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. DESPATCH DOCKET AND PACKING SLIP. 1332 H 6625 Copy for Forwarding Dept. From: Product Design Div. at Fort Dunlop To: Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd at Derby Attention of Mr Goyles Date:… | ||
| scan0147 | Despatch docket and packing slip from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for experimental tyres and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. H 6625 DESPATCH DOCKET AND PACKING SLIP. Copy for File From Product Design Div. at Fort Dunlop To Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd at Derby Attention of Mr Grylls Date 24/3/37… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the dispatch of modified tyres and a delay in further supplies pending a new mould. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.441. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a new set of solid tyres for two dynamometer wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 6th April 1937 Rm/FD.13/AP. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Cambridge Street, MANCHESTER. Dear Sirs, We have two more dynamometer wheels which require a new set of solid tyres, can you please let the… | ||
| scan0150 | Dispatch of Dunlop tyre covers to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | 1332 W/LH. To RC. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.15/AP.6.4.37 We are despatching today to Lillie Hall 4 6 x 17 Dunlop covers, these have been removed from Mr.Lappin's Car and we understand they have been returned… | ||
| scan0151 | The despatch of 6 x 17 Dunlop tyre covers to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. from Rm/FD. c. to D/BP. 1332 Rm/FD.14/AP.6.4.37 Will you please despatch 4 - 6 x 17 Dunlop covers to Lillie Hall addressed for the attention of Mr.Cowen. The cost of despatch to be charged to… | ||
| scan0152 | Communication regarding the supply of the latest Dunlop silent tyres for Phantom III and 25/30 demonstration cars. | ||
| View original record | 1332 W/LH. RC. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry12/R.16.4.37. DUNLOP TYRES. We should be in a position shortly to be able to send you the latest type silent tyres for P.III and 25/30. Will you please let us know… | ||
| scan0153 | Requesting the latest type of silent Dunlop tyres for trials on Phantom III and 25/30 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Lillie Hall to W. Rm/Gry. copy to GX. [text struck through] RC1/L/19.4.37. DUNLOP TYRES. - - - - - - - With reference to your memo Rm/Gry/2/R.16.4.37. Will you please send us 5 of the latest type… | ||
| scan0154 | Request to despatch new silent tyres from Dunlop for use on Sales Trials cars. | ||
| View original record | 1332 D/BP. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry7/R.20.4.37. As soon as Dunlops send us any of the new silent tyre, will you please despatch to Crawford at Lillie Hall 10 of the 7 x 18 variety and 5 of the 6 x 19 size.… | ||
| scan0155 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to view new tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry9/R. 21st April, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of Mr. A. Healey). Dear Sirs, Mr. Hives has passed on your letter of the 17th… | ||
| scan0156 | Internal request to order Dunlop silent covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.6/JH.22.4.37. Will you please order :- 10 7.18 Dunlop silent covers and tubes. O/N.54117. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0157 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting performance information on Hiduminium Rims under test on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.768. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0158 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming a meeting to show new tyres. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: KW.163 1332 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 23rd April… | ||
| scan0159 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the performance of aluminium rims being tested on a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm/Gry3/R. 23rd April, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of H.E. Price) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 22nd. The aluminium… | ||
| scan0160 | Internal request to the Shipping Office to order four Dunlop Fort tyres. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Pope. Shipping Office. 1332 Rm/Wym.1/JH.27.4.37. Will you please order for me 4 Dunlop Fort tyres size 4.75 x 18. & Oblige, Rm/G.H.Whyman. | ||
| scan0161 | Querying a discrepancy in a tyre order from Dunlop for testing on a Wraith vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. 1332 G/Cam/CA.23/WP.28.4.37. Further to your memo Rm/Gry4/R18.3.37 giving instructions to Roy. to issue a covering order to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for 4 Special 6.50 x 17 tyres for test on… | ||
| scan0162 | The delivery status of hand-made tyres from the Dunlop Co. | ||
| View original record | G/Cam. from Rm/Gry. 1332 Rm/Gry3/R.29.4.37. With reference to your G/Cam/CA.23/WP.28.4.37., we have received a total of 8 of these tyres from the Dunlop Co. Owing to the fact that these had to be hand… | ||
| scan0163 | Investigation into the effect of different tyre sizes on the braking performance of a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | File Only. 1332 also 206 Rm/AFM.8/AP.3.5.37 EFFECT OF TYRES ON BRAKES. BENTLEY The brake characteristics of Dunlop 17" X 6.50 and 18" X 5.50 tyres have been investigated. With a standard brake system… | ||
| scan0164 | Chart showing brake drum temperature over distance during two test runs to the Royal Red Gate. | ||
| View original record | BRAKE DRUM TEMPERATURE CHART 2 RUNS TO THE ROYAL RED GATE SOLID LINES REPRESENT TEMP: REACHED BY DRUM WITH 7" x 650 TYRE DOTTED " " " " " " 18 x 550 " Top-Right Graph: 2ND RUN SOLID N.S.R DOTTED O.S.R… | ||
| scan0165 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch and testing of experimental Fort tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.62. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0166 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the progress of tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | 1382 Experimental Dept. Rm/Wym.9/JH. 7th May, 1937. Mr. Price, Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 5th inst. ref. HEP/BMT.62.… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the testing of experimental Fort tyres on wet roads. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. 1332 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOP, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Wym.9/JH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.223.D. Experimental Dept. FORT… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an urgent requirement for tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.10/JH. 21st April, 1937. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, With reference to our order for 20,… | ||
| scan0169 | Return of two special Dunlop tyres loaned for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. from Rm/Wym. c. to D/BP. 1332 Rm/Wym.13/AP.27.5.37 We are sending into the stores 2 special Dunlop tyres which are the property of the Dunlop Co. and have only been loaned to us for test… | ||
| scan0170 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch and testing of 2 Experimental Fort tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 May 27th 1937. Rm/Wym.7/AP. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of H.E.Price Esq. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 20th. May, I wish to advise… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the retention of two experimental tyres for wet road tests. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. 1332 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/WYm.7/AP. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.323. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the delay in despatching experimental tyres for wet road testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/Wym.4/JH. 29th May, 1937. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of H.E.Price Esq. Dear Sirs, Following my letter of the 27th May,… | ||
| scan0173 | Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. 1332 G/WFH/CA.19/JM.4.6.37 We have an invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., dated 14th. ulto, on which we are charged £2/4/11d less 9% for 2 - 7.00 x 18 Special Fort Covers and 6/3d. each… | ||
| scan0174 | Clarifying that two special Fort covers are on loan from Dunlop's for testing and will be returned, while the associated tubes will be kept and paid for. | ||
| View original record | To G/WFH. 1332 Rm/Wym.15/JH.7.6.37. IN reply to your memo. G/WFH/CA.19/JM.4.6.37. addressed to Rm/Gry. I wish to inform you that the 2 special Fort covers in question are actually only on loan to us… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter to Messrs. Dunlop & Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt of tyres and a delay on the remaining balance. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.16/JH. 1332 22nd June, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington. Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter of the 21st.… | ||
| scan0176 | Update on the development of silent tyres for Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1332 S/W. Rm. Silent Tyres for Bentley. Have you any news yet of the silent tyre for the above please ? Cx. tuel Cx8/KW2.7.37. | ||
| scan0177 | Letter to Dunlop & Co. Ltd. requesting an urgent delivery of tyres. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1832 Rm/FD.17/JH. 2nd July, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, With reference to our order for 6.50 x 17… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter to Dunlop & Co. Ltd. reporting an issue with tyres cracking down the centre of the tread. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.15/JH. 5th July, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We have started the old trouble of tyres… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. enquiring about the testing of a new Fort tyre on wet roads. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: RM/Wym.4/JH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.89.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0180 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the delayed testing of tyres on wet roads due to a prolonged dry spell. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/wym.11/JH. 7th July. 1937. 1332 Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 6th… | ||
| scan0181 | Request to place an official order with Dunlop for six covers and tubes to be dispatched to a Mr. Hancock in France. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. D. 1332 Rm/FD.7/JH.16.7.37. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Dunlop & Co.Ltd., Erdington, Birmingham, for 6 - 6.50 x 17 covers and tubes. These were ordered by… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the fitting and testing of a new Fort tyre for the Duke of Kent's car. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. 1832 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Wym,11/JH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.148. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0183 | Official order for six tyres from Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. from Rm/Wym. c. G/WFH. Rm/Wym.5/AP.30.7.37 Will you please send an official covering order to Dunlops for six tyres in accordance with the attached copy of letter. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0184 | Letter requesting the urgent supply of 6 latest pattern tyres from Dunlop & Co. | ||
| View original record | 13.32 July 30th 1937 Rm/wym.4/AP. Messrs Dunlop & Co., Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Price. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us as soon as possible 6 of the latest pattern tyres,… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Messrs. Fort Dunlop Ltd. requesting a supply of 20 tyres and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.2/JH. 3rd August, 1937. Messrs. Fort Dunlop Ltd., Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, Could you please supply us with 20 more 6.50 x 17… | ||
| scan0186 | Letter from Dunlop confirming the dispatch of tyre covers and tubes for testing. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Wym.4/AP. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.566. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0187 | Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. for tyres and tubes, seeking authorisation for payment. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD. 1332 G/WFH/CA.69/MV.6.8.37. We have an invoice from the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd. dated 22nd ulto on which we are charged with 4-6.50 x 17 Dunlop,Fort Covers complete with tubes which they say were… | ||
| scan0188 | Official order for tyre covers and tubes from Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.8/JH.11.8.37. Please send an official order to Messrs. Dunlops for 4 - 6.500 x 17 fort covers and tubes per their invoice of the 22nd. ulto. RM/FD. | ||
| scan0189 | Request to send an official order to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.8/JH.12.8.37. Will you please send an official order to the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Erdington, marked for the attention of Mr. H.C. Price. for 6 - 6.50 x 17 covers and… | ||
| scan0190 | Two special Fort Covers on loan from Dunlop for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1382 G/WFH/CA.1/DN.12.8.37. Further to your memo. Rm/Wym.15/JH. 7.6.37. informing us that the two special Fort Covers charged to us by Dunlop's on the 14th. May are on loan for test purposes and… | ||
| scan0191 | Two special Fort tyre covers that will be used by the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/WFH. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.9/AP.13.8.37 Further to our memo Rm/Wym.15/JH.7.6.37 and in reply to G/WFH/CA.1/DN.12.8.37, the 2 special Fort covers in question will not now be returned to… | ||
| scan0192 | Official order be placed with Messrs. Dunlop for tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.7/JH.24.8.37. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs. Dunlop for 14 - 6.50 x 17 covers and tubes to be supplied when completed. The order should be marked… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. providing feedback on the testing of special 7.00 x 18 tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/FD.10/JH. 10th September, 1937. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We must apologise for the delay in our criticisms of the… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. complaining about tyre noise developing after 4,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm3/R. 5th October, 1937. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. A. Healey. Dear Sirs, We have had complaints from our Sales' Dept. that the latest… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging a letter from the 5th of the month is receiving attention. | ||
| View original record | 1332 - DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: Rm3/R. OUR REF: W.D.B. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0196 | Covering order for six Fort covers and tubes from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. G/JWH. 1332 Rm/FD.6/MH.7.10.37. Will you please send a covering order to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., for - 6 - 7.00 x 18 Fort covers and tubes. These were instructed by… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. W.A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.357 1332 7th October… | ||
| scan0198 | Order for four 5.50 x 18 Dunlop tyre covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. G/JWH. Rm/FD.6/MH.9.10.37. Will you please order - 4 - 5.50 x 18 Dunlop covers only of the latest pattern tread. O/n.54107. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0199 | Letter to F.G.W. King of Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rml/R. 9th October, 1937. F.G.W. King, Esq., Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. King, I am afraid that neither Monday nor Tuesday is much good to us as we have… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. to Mr. W. A. Robotham arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 237. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/T.360. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 11th… | ||
| scan0201 | The performance, noise issues, and replacement arrangements for new pattern Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 S/W. Rm. Cx6/KW25.10.37. Dunlop Tyres. With regard to the two sets of new pattern Dunlop tyres which you sent to LH and which we have now put on the P.III and 25/30 h.p.Trials Cars respectively,… | ||
| scan0202 | Procurement of Dunlop tyres for Trials Cars and the use of the old worn tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Cx. from Rm. 1332 Rm.7/AP.28.10.37. Re. DUNLOP TYRES We suggest that you contact with Mr.King of Dunlops and get a special price for the tyres you are running. We suggest you get an invoice for… | ||
| scan0203 | Internal request to order ten 6.50 x 17 Dunlop tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | To oy. from Rm/ED. c.c. G/JWH. x 1382 Rm/FD.1/MH.1.11.37. Will you please order 10 - 6.50 x 17 Dunlop covers and tubes of the latest pattern tread. O/n.54127. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0204 | Dunlop tyres for Phantom III and 25/30 models, comparing the old '90' tyre with a new 2000 tooth version. | ||
| View original record | To Cx. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. By. 1832 Rm/Gry.2/AP.18.11.37. DUNLOP TYRES - P.III. AND 25/30. The tyre now used on Production on these cars is the old '90', specially modified for Rolls-Royce by… | ||
| scan0205 | Arranging a new tyre supply from Dunlops and inquiring about the status of ongoing tyre trials. | ||
| View original record | 1332 W/S. To Cx. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.6/AP.22.11.37. TYRES We are arranging with Dunlops that as soon as the present small supply of the Xl. tyre is used up, they will supply the 2,000 tooth variety.… | ||
| scan0206 | Official order be sent to Dunlops for specific tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Gry. 1332 Rm/Gry.5/AP.22.11.37. When Mr. Price was here today, we asked him to put in hand 4 - 7½ X 18 tyres type F.4.T. with tied up side studs. Will you please send Dunlops an… | ||
| scan0207 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing tyre options, testing, and supply for various chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.413. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre mileage and the availability of new Fort tyres. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. SHEET NO. 19 -2- 23rd November, 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. would expect the former tyre to give at least 10% greater mileage if run under comparable conditions with… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. authorising the use of a Skid Pan for tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm4/R. 1st December, 1937. F.G.W. King, Esq., Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. King, You will remember at the Motor Show you asked me whether you could use our… | ||
| scan0210 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an agreement for tyre testing on the Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.410 1332 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 2nd December… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a visit to demonstrate work on a Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 7332 Rm5/R. 3rd December, 1937. F.G.W. King, Esq., Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, BIRMINGHAM. ROLLS-ROYCE SKID PAN. Dear Mr. King, Thank you for your letter of December 2nd. We shall be glad to… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. proposing a meeting to discuss outstanding items regarding wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.585. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. proposing new dates for a meeting to discuss wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 December 4th.1937. Rm/Gry.7/AP. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM For the attention of H.C.Price Esq. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 3rd. We regret that… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming a meeting for the 9th instant. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/AP. OUR REF: HEP/HM.612.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming tyre pricing for a contract period. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.611.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0216 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the delivery and testing of 7.50-18 Special Fort Covers. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.708.D. Manager, Car Manfrs. Divn. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0217 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. rescheduling Skid Pan tests due to a car accident. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: K/W.422 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 14th December 1937.… | ||
| scan0218 | Letter to F.G.W. King of Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | Rm4/R. 1332 15th December, 1937. F.G.W. King, Esq., Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. King, Thank you for your letter of the 14th December. It would be convenient… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding criticisms of a steering angle curve for a Humber vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/IMW.8/MH. 20th. December 1937. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. King. Dear Sirs, We enclose for your interest the steering angle curve which we… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a steering angle curve for a Humber car. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. 1332 ? TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 519. YOUR REF: RM/IMW.8/MH. OUR REF: FBJ/T. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0221 | Testing larger 7.50 section Dunlop tyres on a Phantom III chassis, noting performance issues and recommending against their use. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Cx. 1332 Rm/Gry.1/MH.11.1.38. LARGER TYRES - P.III. Dunlops have made up one set of 7.50 section tyres with the usual continuous shoulders for quietening. We have tested… | ||
| scan0222 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of 7.50 x 18 tyres. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. xxx 2424 1332 12th.January 1938. BY/Mtn8/N. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr Price. Dear Mr Price, Referring to the set of 7.50 x 18 tyres… | ||
| scan0223 | Performance and characteristics of larger tyres on a Phantom III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Get new mould 1332 S/W. Rm. Larger Tyres- Phantom III. Cx8/KW12.1.38. Reference Rm/Gryl/MHL1.1.38, I have been using a set of these larger tyres on 3-BU-190 since just before Christmas, and they were… | ||
| scan0224 | Comparison of three different tires with varying sizes and tread pitch designs. | ||
| View original record | 7 x 18 C VARIABLE PITCH 7 x 18 XI PLAIN 7.5 x 18 C NON VARIABLE PITCH | ||
| scan0225 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging to use a Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. Handwritten: 1322 (crossed out) 1332 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 519. YOUR REF: OUR REF: FJB/A.… | ||
| scan0226 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming the availability of the Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 1332 1332? January 18th.1938. Rm/Gry.3/AP. Messrs Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Laboratories, Fort Dunlop, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter FJB/A., the Skid Pan will be… | ||
| scan0227 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting experimental tyres for testing and outlining noise acceptance criteria. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry.11/MH. 18th. January 1938. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, At a Conference yesterday it was decided that… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming reinstatement of work on a mould for 'C' type tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.11/MH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.284. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0229 | Table listing Bentley tyre weights and prices for different sizes and makes. | ||
| View original record | S-1332 29th. January 1938. BENTLEY TYRE WEIGHTS AND PRICES. | Size | Make | Ply | Weight lbs.-ozs. | | Price (actual). | |-----------|--------|-----|------------------|-------------|-----------------|… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming stock availability of covers and tubes for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332. or 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry4/R. OUR REF: HEP/HM.599. D. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0231 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a set of covers and tubes for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 1370! c. Roy. Hm/Gry4/R. 5th February, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of Mr. H.E. Price). Dear Sirs, With regard to your letter… | ||
| scan0232 | Requesting an official order be sent to Dunlops for tyre covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. γ / 332 Rm/Gry.1/MH.14.2.38. We have asked Mr.Price of Dunlops on the telephone to bring over with him this afternoon 2 - 6.50 x 19 covers and tubes. Will you please… | ||
| scan0233 | Letter to Dunlops Limited regarding the non-receipt of five 6.50 X 16 covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry.7/AP. February 25th.1938 Messrs. Dunlops Limited, Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We do not seem to have received the five 6.50 X 16 covers… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the despatch of covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO.395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.916.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0235 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the supply and improvement of 7.50-18 variable pitch tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.34. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0236 | Official order be sent to Dunlops for four 'C' type tyres. | ||
| View original record | Y 1332 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.4/MH.4.3.38. Will you please send an official order to Dunlops for 4 - 7.50 x 18 'C' type tyres. We understand they can deliver these next week. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0237 | Return of a loaned sample tyre. | ||
| View original record | To G/WFH. from Rm/Gry. 1332 Rm/Gry.8/MH.8.3.38. With regard to memo G/WFH/CA.16/MV.18.2.38, we are sending back the tyre you mention as this was only loaned to us as sample. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0238 | Return of a loaned inner tube to Messrs. Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. 1332. Rm/FD.5/JH.9.3.38. We are sending into the stores 1 inner tube this is the property of Messrs. Dunlops being returned from loan. Will you please have this despatched today to Messrs.… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter from Dunlop confirming production of 7.50-18 'C' type tyre covers and an order alteration. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.144.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0240 | Letter to Dunlop's Ltd. requesting a quotation for specially made 4-ply tyres for comparison testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 March 12th.1938 Rm/Gry.2/AP. Messrs Dunlops Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM For the attention of Mr.Price. Dear Sir, As you will know, as a result of rining up your Office one of your… | ||
| scan0241 | Return of incorrectly supplied Dunlop covers to the makers for exchange. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/FD. c. D/BP. 1332 Rm/FD.12/MH.14.3.38. We are sending into the stores 4 - 6.50 x 16 Dunlop covers. Will you please return these to the makers. These covers have been supplied in… | ||
| scan0242 | Requesting an official order be sent to Dunlops for four 6½ x 16 4-ply tyre covers, and returning a previous set. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry6/R.14.3.38. O/52444. Will you please send to Dunlops an official order for four 6½ x 16 4-ply covers made from the Fort mould. We received on Saturday 4 of… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter to Dunlop requesting performance figures for 4-ply tyres to compare against 6-ply tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm/Gry.4/MH. 18th. March 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, With regard to the 4 ply tyres which you say… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter from Dunlop regarding tyre pressure recommendations for experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.290. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an order for tyres, despatch details, and a special discount for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.289. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM Messrs.… | ||
| scan0246 | Requesting to obtain ten 6.50 x 17 Dunlop covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.2/JH.31.3.38. Will you please obtain - 10 - 6.50 x 17 Dunlop covers and tubes. O/N.52433. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0247 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting to use the Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 6 AWx DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 1332 or 1322 The… | ||
| scan0248 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming the availability of the Skid Pan. | ||
| View original record | 1332 or 1322 Rm15/R. 12th April, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of Mr. F.B. Jones). Dear Sirs, It will be quite convenient for your to use… | ||
| scan0249 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing the results of investigations into the contact length of their new Fort pattern tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.739. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0250 | Request to order 10 Dunlop 6.50 x 17 tyre covers for use on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1332. To Roy. c. to G/JHH. Rm/FD.19/JH.3.5.38. Will you please order 10 - 6.50 x 17 Dunlop covers only, for use on exptl. cars. a/N.52439. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0251 | Order be sent to Dunlop Rubber Co. for tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm3/R.5.5.38. Will you please send an order to Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. for 4 Dunlop Fort tyres 6.50 x 16 x 6 ply construction. These tyres were ordered by telephone… | ||
| scan0252 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enquiring if the sample 7.50-18 'C' type tyres will be standardised for the Phantom lll chassis production. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.118. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0253 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of 7.50 inch 'C' type tyres for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. 1332 Rm/Gry.14/JH. 9th May, 1938. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.… | ||
| scan0254 | Covering order for tyres and tubes ordered from Dunlops. | ||
| View original record | H332 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. C/JWH. Rm/Gry.2/MH.11.5.38. We asked Dunlops on the telephone yesterday to send us 4 covers and tubes of the "Fort" type, size 7 x 17. Will you please send the necessary… | ||
| scan0255 | Tyre sizes, costs, and wheel nut alterations for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Sy. From Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Ev. c. MX. Rm/Gry.14/MH.11.5.38. TYRE SIZE WRAITH. It was suggested a few days ago that owing to the weight of production bodies 7" tyres might be necessary. All our… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the use and accounting of the Skid Pan facility. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry14/R. 23rd May, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of Mr. Gilford). Dear Sirs, It will be quite convenient for you to use the Skid… | ||
| scan0257 | Requesting an order for 10 Dunlop Fort tyre covers for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.22/JH.3.6.38. Will you please order 10 6.50 x 17 Dunlop Fort tyres covers only for exptl. use. O/N.52439. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0258 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting the weight of experimental 4-ply tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.1/WH. 4th. June 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, With regard to the experimental 4-ply… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the weights of various 6.50-16 tyre covers and their construction. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.1/MH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.598. Experimental Dept. FORT… | ||
| scan0260 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting to try their standard 4-ply tyres and asking for tread life information. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.O/MH. 10th. June 1938. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your two letters. We… | ||
| scan0261 | Covering order for tyres from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry17/MH.10.6.38. Will you please send a covering order to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for 4 4-ply tyres size 6.50 x 16. These were requested in our letter of… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the dispatch and relative life of tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.6/MH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.630. FORT… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting blueprints for Schrader valves for a new tyre inflation arrangement on wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry.12/MH. Experimental Dept. 20th. June 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We are scheming a simpler… | ||
| scan0264 | Letter from Dunlop regarding their inability to provide dimensions for a proprietary valve core or chamber. | ||
| View original record | 1332? DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. Experimental Dept. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.12/MH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.762.… | ||
| scan0265 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. suggesting direct contact with Schrader's Technical Department to resolve an enquiry. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.774. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0266 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss a previously mentioned problem. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.7/MH. 23rd. June 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming a meeting with Mr. Winter. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/MH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.823. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the postponement of a proposed call with Mr. Winter. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.876.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss new steel wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.6/MH. 1st. July 1938. Messrs.Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your various… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting four experimental inner tubes for experiments on wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | c. Roy. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.9/MH. Experimental Dept. 6th. July 1938. Messrs.Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. 1332 For the attention of Mr.H.L.Price. Dear Sirs, With regard to… | ||
| scan0271 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the production and ordering of 6.50-17 tubes with rubber valves. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.9/MH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.108.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0272 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the collection and testing of experimental tyre covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOP, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.104. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0273 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming the dispatch of four 6.50-17 rubber valve tubes. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.9/MH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.153.D. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. FORT… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of four 6.50-17 tubes with rubber valves. | ||
| View original record | 1332 ? DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF:… | ||
| scan0275 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the delivery of 7.00-17 'C' Type Fort Covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.254. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0276 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of tyre tubes with rubber valves. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.242.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0277 | Requesting the despatch of two Dunlop wheels and tyres to Mr. Price of Dunlop's in Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To D/BP. from Rm/FD. c. Hd/FC. Rm/FD.9/MH.18.7.38. We are sending into the stores to-day 2 Dunlop wheels and tyres complete. Will you please have these despatched per passenger train to Mr.Price… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of two wheels with tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1832 c. G/JWH. Rm/FD.10/MH. Experimental Dept. 18th. July 1938. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Price. Dear Sir, At our Mr.Hardy's request we are… | ||
| scan0279 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. detailing laboratory test results on tyre covers, discussing abrasion, short mileage, and possible misalignment. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.259. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting modification to two worn 'India' tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 19th. July 1938. Messrs.Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, As discussed with you when you were here the other… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting the return of worn tyres for their 'museum'. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.3/MH. 20th. July 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming receipt of worn tyres and the plan to reproduce the road contact width on new ones. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.3/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.294.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0283 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing contact areas of new and worn tyres with attached diagrams. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.331. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0284 | Sketch and data for a worn tyre contact patch analysis. | ||
| View original record | 6.50 - 17 Fort, 'F.4.T.C.' Worn. July 1938. Cover No. 99234.H.I. Load 15 cwts. I.P. 40 lbs/sq.in. Rim. 4.00" Ellipse Area 36.2 sq.in. Contact Area 31.2 sq.in. Contact Length 204 mm. Contact Width 125… | ||
| scan0285 | Sketch and specifications of a tire contact patch. | ||
| View original record | July 1938. 6.50 - 17 Fort, 'F.4.T.C.' New. Cover No. 95509.AJ. Load 15 cwts. I.P. 40 lbs/sq.in. Rim. 4.00 Ellipse Area 30.5 sq.in. Contact Area 23.9 " Contact Length 204 mm. Contact Width 106 mm. | ||
| scan0286 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the reshaping and despatch of worn tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.3/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.359.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0287 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a final decision on the use of 7.50-18 'C' type tyres for first equipment purposes. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.14/JH. OUR REF: HEP/BMT.511. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0288 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the standardization of a 7.50 x 18 'C' type tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm.S/MH. 29th. July 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of 28th. July, we do not… | ||
| scan0289 | Analysis comparing the lifespan of Wraith tyres against 25/30 tyres, including data from tests in France. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/TMW. Handwritten notes: included, See below, Aus. (signature) Rm.3/MH.2.8.38. WRAITH TYRES. Will you please let me have an analysis from experimental records showing how… | ||
| scan0290 | Log of tyre mileages for vehicles 22GV and 26CVI. | ||
| View original record | TYRE MILEAGES Column: 22 G V FRONT 6241 6700 9316 7785 30,042 7510 REAR 6293 6140 2161 3247 3242 2563 3905 6672 3806 4669 41698 4169 Column: 26 C VI FRONT 3142 10428 3142 16712 5570 REAR 5643 5274… | ||
| scan0291 | Tyre life and performance, comparing different models and mileage data. | ||
| View original record | 1332 also 66H To Hs. from Rm. Rm.15/MH.5.8.38. TYRES. 66H. Sg's file With reference to Sg.6/D.28.7.38. Whenever we bring out a new car we seem to get complaints of insufficient tyre life. 300a EX As… | ||
| scan0292 | Tyre wear, mileage, and potential modifications to tyre size and gear ratios for the Wraith limousine. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.15/MH.5.8.38. You have really had only one change as you ran no more than 453 miles on a set that was fitted temporarily while your hubs were changed for a different cone angle. On our… | ||
| scan0293 | Average tyre mileage for the Wraith and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | 1332 COPY FOR TYRE FILE. To Rm. from Rm/Wym. 5.8.38. AVERAGE TYRE MILEAGE. WRAITH. 25/30. FRONT. REAR. FRONT. REAR 4994.83 4117.44 13,075.25 7667.2 Average mileage of 14 Dunlop tyres which have had… | ||
| scan0294 | Confirming a telephone order for Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FJH.15/JH.23.8.38. Will you please send an order to the Dunlop Co. for the following tyres 2 off Dunlop 90 6.50 x 16. We ordered these by telephone on 23.8.38. Rm/FJH. | ||
| scan0295 | Request to send an order to the Dunlop Co. for one Fort type tyre for a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Roy. c. to G/JWH. RM/FJH.14/JH.25.8.38. Will you please send an order to the Dunlop Co. for one Fort type tyre 6.50 x 16, similar to the sample which we have sent for Mr. Price's attention. For… | ||
| scan0296 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the identification and ordering of a specific tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1332 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.19/JH. 25th August, 1938. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of H.E. Price Esq. Dear Sirs, Further to our… | ||
| scan0297 | Request to send a 6.50 x 16 Fort tyre to The Dunlop Co. Ltd. for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/FJH.15/JH.25.8.38. Will you please send to Messrs. The Dunlop Co.Ltd. for the attention of H.E. Price Esq. the 6.50 x 16 Fort tyre which we have handed to you. This is… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the inspection of a 6.50 x 16 Fort tyre cover, discussing its features and pattern. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: RM/JH.19/JH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.1017. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0299 | Letter from Dunlop regarding power consumption data and the supply of special tyres for steering tests. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.48.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0300 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming receipt of an adaptor for splining and promising a future update on price and delivery. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.391. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0301 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming the dispatch of four special test tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.507.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0302 | Telex message declining an invitation to the Brooklands races. | ||
| View original record | 132B 23/9/38. PRICE, DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM. MUCH REGRET UNABLE TO ACCEPT KIND INVITATION TO ATTEND BROOKLANDS RACES TOMORROW. ROBOTHAM. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0303 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. to W.A. Robotham regarding a meeting at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.510. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 1332… | ||
| scan0304 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the delivery of moulds and sample availability for 7.00-17 Fort 'C' Type Covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.661.… | ||
| scan0305 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the ordering of tyres and querying tyre pressures. | ||
| View original record | 1332 - c. Roy c. Rm/Wym Rm/Gry.7/MH. Experimental Dept. 30th. September 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank… | ||
| scan0306 | Invoices from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd for tyres and tubes and seeking approval for payment. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/FJH. G/WFH/CA.40/WP.3.10.38. Further to your memo of the 23rd. August, 1938 reference Rm/FJH.15/JH instructing Roy. to send an order to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd for 2 Tyres 6.50 x 16. We have… | ||
| scan0307 | Letter from Dunlop about the availability and cushioning properties of 7.00-17 Fort 'C' type tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.718.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0308 | The allocation of items and an order for extra Dunlops covers and tubes. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To G/WFH. c. to Roy. Rm/FJH.2/JH.7.10.38. re your memo. G/WFH/CA.40/WP.3.10.38. We agreed that the first two items mentioned in your memo. should be allocated to an instruction Rm/FJH.15/JH.… | ||
| scan0309 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre rolling resistance and requesting further high-speed testing up to 100 m.p.h. | ||
| View original record | 1332 c Ev. Rm/Cry.8/MH. 6ht. October 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter about tyre… | ||
| scan0310 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. about testing noisy tyres on a Wraith model and requesting further samples. | ||
| View original record | 1332 c. Roy. Rm/Gry.7/MH. 6th. October 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, For some reason we have not yet fathomed… | ||
| scan0311 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing tyre pressure specifications and the production of new tyre types. | ||
| View original record | 1382. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: RM/Gry.7/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.834.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0312 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. acknowledging a previous letter and stating the matter is being investigated by their Test House. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: Rm/Cry.8/MH. HEP/HM.829. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding a production delay of Fort 'C' type covers. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/MH. OUR REF:… | ||
| scan0314 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming the dispatch of Fort 'C' type tyres and receipt of a new order. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.954.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0315 | Order of Dunlop Fort Silent covers and tubes for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | 1332. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.12/JH.14.10.38. Will you please order 5 7 x 16 Dunlop fort Silent covers and tubes for exptl. use. O/N.52444. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0316 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the limitations of their Highfield dynamometer for high-speed tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No 395. YOUR REF: Am/Gry.8/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.1006.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0317 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the branding of 7.00-17 Fort 'C' type tyres with 'YR' instead of '4-ply'. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.7/MH. /1332 OUR REF: HEP/WS.1074.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0318 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. to confirm a meeting appointment. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1168. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0319 | Invoice from The Dunlop Rubber Co. for Dunlop Fort Covers. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry ----- FJH G/WEH/CA.35/MG.26.10.38. [Signature] We have an invoice from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., for 2 - 6.50 x 16 Dunlop Fort Covers new patt. at £1. 9. 4d. each and 2 - 6.50 x 16… | ||
| scan0320 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing high-speed tyre 'puckering' and enclosing a test photograph from 1926. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1210. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0321 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing a photograph of tyre vibration at 120 mph. | ||
| View original record | 1332 - Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.O/MH. 31st. October 1938. H.E.Price, Esq., Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. Price, Many thanks for your letter of 28th.… | ||
| scan0322 | Requesting an order to be issued for tyres received from the Dunlop Co. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. c. G/WFH. Rm/FJH.2/MH, 31.10.38. Will you please issue an order for the following tyres which were received from the Dunlop Co. on 19th. Sept. 2 - 6.50 x 16 Dunlop Fort… | ||
| scan0323 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming receipt of tyres from an order. | ||
| View original record | 1332 (Experimental Dept.) RM/FJH5/R. 2nd November, 1938. The Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, BIRMINGHAM, 24. (For the attention of Mr. Wooldridge.) Dear Sirs, With reference to your telephone… | ||
| scan0324 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an issue with fulfilling an order for four Fort '90' pattern tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: RM/FJH5/R. OUR REF: HEP/ME.1349. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0325 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. clarifying a misunderstanding about the pattern of tyres supplied for steering tests. | ||
| View original record | 1332 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.16/JH. November 4th. October, 1938. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM.24. For the attention of H.E. Price Esq. Dear Sirs, Re your… | ||
| scan0326 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. clarifying an order for four special experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FJH.16/JH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.1398.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0327 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the unavailability of old '90' pattern tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X.) EXTENSION NO 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FJH.16/JH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.1434. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0328 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an investigation into tyre inflation for wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | .1332.. Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.2/MH. 28th. November 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We wonder how your… | ||
| scan0329 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the progress of investigations into a modified valve arrangement for covering discs. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.2/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.1920.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0330 | Covering order for six new tyres to be sent to the Paris Depot. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.1/WH.3.12.38. Yesterday when Mr. Price was at the Works we asked him to send to our Paris Depot, six 4-ply 6½ x 16 standard new pattern tyres. Will you… | ||
| scan0331 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of new pattern tyres and tubes to the Paris Depot for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM. 83. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0332 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. requesting feedback on supplied special angle tyres and wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.330. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0333 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a delay in tyre testing due to adverse weather conditions making the skidpan unusable. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/FJH3/R. 21st December, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. (For the attention of H.E. Price, Esq.) Dear Sir, Re your letter - ref. HEP/HM.330… | ||
| scan0334 | Requesting information on the maximum axle loads for tyre sizes used on all chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Grys LA2/T28.12.38 Will you please let me know what you consider is the maximum axle loads the tyre sizes we use on all our chassis are suitable to carry. LA | ||
| scan0335 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. requesting racing covers and tubes for high-speed track work. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To Roy c. G/JWH. O/N.52444. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.7/JH. 28th. December, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We… | ||
| scan0336 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an order for inner tubes with aero valves. | ||
| View original record | 1332. Rm/Gry.6/MH. 29th. December 1938. H.E.Price, Esq., Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. Price, We want to order from India's half a dozen inner tubes with… | ||
| scan0337 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming the dispatch of racing tyres and tubes for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FD.7/JH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.460.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0338 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming a tyre order and advising of a substitution for a specific tyre type. | ||
| View original record | 1332. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.456.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0339 | Safe loads for various tyre sizes according to the Dunlop chart. | ||
| View original record | 1332 To LA. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.30.12.38. TYRE SIZES. Re your enquiry about the safe loads of various tyres, according to the Dunlop chart these are:- Wr. and 'M' 6.50 x 17 Load per wheel 15 cwt.… | ||
| scan0340 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an arrangement drawing for a new 6.50 x 16 tyre valve. | ||
| View original record | 1332 Rm/Gry6/R. 30th December, 1938. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. (For the attention of H.C. Price, Esq.) Dear Sirs, Herewith, as promised, arrangement drawing… | ||