Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a copy of a letter sent to their Coventry branch. | ||
| View original record | 1370. Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.7/MH. 3rd. January 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, We enclose for your… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding an urgent investigation into wheel nuts fouling on Wraith chassis spoke heads. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.G/MH. 3rd. January 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. Sharpe. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to learn the results of… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter from Dunlop discussing the performance, design, and manufacturing cost of special lightweight wheel 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/HM.46. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 Messrs.… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from Dunlop confirming a meeting to discuss the lock nut clearance on 'Wraith' wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO., LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND COVENTRY" TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633(5 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE)… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming a meeting arrangement with Mr. Sharp. | ||
| View original record | B37 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FJH.6/MH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.75. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding modifications to Wraith model wheel hubs and specifications for wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. Rm/Gry.1/MH. 9th. January 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, With regard to your visit with Mr. Sharpe on… | ||
| scan0007 | Confirming a verbal order for wheels and inner tubes from Dunlops, requesting a formal order to be sent. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.2/MH.9.1.39. We have ordered verbally from Mr. Price of Dunlops, five 16" wire wheels having a 5/16" diameter hole for the valve, and five special 6.50 x 16… | ||
| scan0008 | To Mr. Hardy regarding the delivery of two 4.50 x 16' wire wheels from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Mr.Hardy. Roy/AW.34/IB. 9. 1. 39. We received from Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., on the 4th instant, under cover of Advice Note C & R. 2327.- Two. 4.50 x 16" Wire Wheels. marked for your… | ||
| scan0009 | Modification to Wraith wheels following issues with faulty riveting and clearance. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To By. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.3/MH.9.1.39. WRAITH WHEELS. Mr. Price and Mr. Sharpe were here on Saturday to discuss the wheel coming off which we experienced due to faulty riveting of the spokes.… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from Dunlop regarding an issue with the processing of rims on a sample set of 4.00x16 disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0011 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing modifications to wheel shells for improved spoke head clearance. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.149. Manager, Car Manfrs. Divn. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding special cover discs and experimental tubes for wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM. 138. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. acknowledging a previous letter and detailing follow-up actions and references. | ||
| View original record | 1332 DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: HM/GRY.1/MH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.206. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0014 | Sending 5 steel wheels to Dunlop Ltd. to have new rims fitted. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.14/JH.11.1.39. Will you please despatch the following to Mr. Price. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. 5 Steel Wheels. These are being returned… | ||
| scan0015 | Configuration of Dunlop wheels for the Wraith 'C' series. | ||
| View original record | 1370 also 656 To LA. from Rm/Gry. c. By. Rm/Gry.8/MH.12.1.39. WRAITH WHEELS. Price of Dunlops has told us that the first 90 sets of 'C' series will have the present short hub shell. Until 91 in 'C',… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding modifications to 72V type wheel shells for Wraith and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOP, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.210.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the design and supply of experimental 72R wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO., LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY) CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. TELEGRAPHIC… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding a revised drawing for a 16' wire wheel. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.J/WH. 16th. January, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. Sharp. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter ref. GES/PBC/MJ.399. of January… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a special tyre valve experiment and wheel specifications. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 16th. January, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Herewith copy of letter we have sent Mr. Sharp… | ||
| scan0020 | Despatch of 5 wheel discs to Dunlop Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.14/JH.17.1.39. We are sending into the stores - 5 wheel discs, will you please have these despatched to Mr. Price, Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington,… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the production of wheels with 5/8' valve holes. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.4/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.314.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0022 | Page 2 of a letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. concerning a proposed type of valve. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. HEP/WS.314.C. SHEET NO. -2- 19 18th Jan.1939. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. fit in the larger hole. We believe, however, that you have no objection to the type of valve which we now… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding alterations to 72R wheel shells and a debit for surplus spoke liners. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.377.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a change-over to longer wheel shells and proposing to split a cost of £19.7.6d. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/48/MH. 21st. January, 1939. 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 January 20th. with… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. returning photographs of wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.12/MH. 27th. January, 1939. H.E.Price, Esq., Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. Price, I am returning herewith the photographs of wheels you… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of wheels and explaining the return of 4.50x16 wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.505. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the attachment of rubber chafing strips to wheel discs. | ||
| 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: OUR REF: HEP/WS.541.D.… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding a modified drawing for a 72R type wire wheel. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO. LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD. (DUDLEY) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND COVENTRY" TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633(5 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) CONTRACTORS… | ||
| scan0029 | Drawing of a Dunlop 72R wire wheel with dimensions and specifications. | ||
| View original record | TITLE: DUNLOP 72R. WIRE WHEEL DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS: 4.50-16 .687" .500" 24 Front spokes SP288 ±.016" 2.747 2.407" 60° .891" .669" 48 Rear spokes SP 288. 5.50" 72 R type shell as CDO 3174 .375"… | ||
| scan0030 | Advice note from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding wheel discs fitted with rubber chafing straps. | ||
| View original record | P.S. 43. MANUFACTURERS. 1370 ADVICE NOTE. DUNLOP RUBBER Co. LTD. FORT DUNLOP, BIRMINGHAM, 24. MESSRS. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY. 20 A/c. Ref. Date............. MFRS F/D 8755 INVOICE DATE A 4021… | ||
| scan0031 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding an experimental set of wheels and the provision for balance weights. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.7/MH. 31st. January, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. Sharp. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of January 30th. enclosing copy of… | ||
| scan0032 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of special tubes and the status of special wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.4/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.728.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of experimental wire wheels. | ||
| 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.4/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.759.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of five modified 72R wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO. LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND, COVENTRY" TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633 (5 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE)… | ||
| scan0035 | Instructing the despatch of 5 wheel discs to Messrs. Dunlop Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1370. To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.7/JH.8.3.39. We are sending into the stores today - 5 wheel discs. Will you please have these despatched to Messrs. Dunlop.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington,… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the return and modification of 5 wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | 1370. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.6/JH. MARCH 8th. February, 1939. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We are returning 5 wheel… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter from Dunlop confirming they are awaiting the return of five wheel discs to be fitted with a rubber strip. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FD.6/JH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.177.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of rubber strips to wheel discs and apologising for a delay. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/FD.6/JH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.541.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0039 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the fitment of a 4.50.E section rim for a tyre. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X.) EXTENSION No 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.960. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. about an amendment to an order for wheel 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/HM.959. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 Messrs.… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a duplicate blueprint of rim block, Piece No. GB.3854. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Copy to Rm/Gry Copy to C.C. Ref: BY/NS.11/MG Your Ref: HEP/HM.959 April 20th.1939 Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd. Fort Dunlop ERDINGTON Birmingham 24. Dear Sirs, ORDER NO. 89013 As requested in… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a change from 'D' type to 'E' type rims for Bentley wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 c. Roy. Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.3/MH. 20th. April, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Replying to your… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a telephone conversation about accepting a specific rim size for a Bentley production order and a drawing discrepancy. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1019. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. returning their drawing CDS.1551. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.G/MH. 21st. April, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We return herewith your… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. concerning the production timeline for special wheels, rims, and tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1047. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the lightening of a 4.50x16 rim and confirming no further action is required. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1053. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0047 | Blueprint for a 4.50 inch D Super Low Pressure Rim. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATIONS .610 ALT FROM .635 .187 R DELETED .218" .064" ADDED A 7 3/4" ALT FROM 7 7/16" 21/7/32 DMS B SEE MEMO DEV. DEPT. T.D.O. 21/4/33 3/5/33 C SEE MEMO D.D.F. T.D.O. 20 3 34 D 5/8" FROM 1 1/16"… | ||
| scan0048 | Technical drawing for a 4.50E E.L.P. wheel rim. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATIONS. Ⓐ MOD Nº 8750 Ⓑ 1/64 R ADDED & 1/32 CHAMFER" 8/11/38 JD 1 - 5/32" DIA. HOLE IN EACH FLANGE DIAMETRICALLY OPPOSITE VALVE HOLE FOR ALL WHEELS, (PLAIN & SPOKED DISC WHEELS TO HAVE 2 HOLES,… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a drawing correction for modified rim dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.6/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.1081.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting Rolls-Royce send five 5.00x16 wheels to be fitted with 6.00x16 rims. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1174. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. confirming a hold on drilling balance weight holes for Bentley wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HE/WS.G.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a delay in sending 5 x 16 wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 2nd. May, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of April 27th.… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a wire wheel problem and a decision to avoid using 'E' type rims. | ||
| View original record | 1340 D c. By. c. Roy. c. Roy/Les. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.8/MH. 5th. May, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Price. Dear Sirs, We have given… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing fixed rubber strips on discs and non-standard tube valves. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.234. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a decision on the use of outer wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | 1370. Rm/Gry.2/MH. 15th. May, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter reference HEP/HM.234 of… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. regarding a 4.50E-16' rim and balance weight bolts. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO, LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND, COVENTRY" TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633(5 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE)… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. regarding a sample 'E' section rim and a meeting that took place. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO, LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND COVENTRY" TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633(5 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE)… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding an agreement to supply a new section rim and pausing work on balancing details. | ||
| View original record | GES/PBC/UT.178. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. 18th May 1939. For the attention of Mr.R.W.Harvey-Bailey. Dear Sirs, With reference to our letter of the 16th instant, ref:GES/PBC/UT.168, and our… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from Dunlop proposing a new 6.00F-16 inch rim and tyre equipment arrangement for a plain disc wheel. | ||
| View original record | 1370. 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.384.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0060 | Blueprint for a Dunlop plain disc wheel. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP PLAIN DISC WHEEL Pressing as dwg no GB3872 cap as clients dwg GB3873 6.00 F-16 clients brakedrum as dwg GB 3874 5 holes equally spaced 3 slots thus spring clip as GB.3875 Section AA .144" .164… | ||
| scan0061 | Request to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for a sketch showing the outside shape of two specific tyre sections. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.14/MH. 22nd. May, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We should be glad if you could let us have a… | ||
| scan0062 | The status of a sample wire wheel from Sound Coventry. | ||
| View original record | 1370. R/144 22/5/39. SOUND COVENTRY. SAMPLE WIRE WHEEL NOT YET RECEIVED. GRYLLS, ROYCAR | ||
| scan0063 | Arrangements with the Dunlop Co. concerning the use of balance weights and 72 spoke wheels for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | 1370 BY/NO. c. BY/ORB. c. Rm/Gry. BY.4/G.24.5.39. BENTLEY V. WIRE WHEELS. I have arranged with the Dunlop Co. that we shall use the loose balance weight secured to the outer diameter of the rim on the… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the substitution of their rims on a plain disc wheel, confirming production is proceeding. | ||
| View original record | 1370. 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.590.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a drawing adjustment for 6' rim wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.9/MH. 7th. June, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of 5th. June,… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding amendments to wheel drawings and the supply of sample wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 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/WS.731.C. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a copy of a letter sent to Mr. Sharpe about fixing rims to wheels for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 15th. June, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Herewith copy of a letter we have sent Mr. Sharpe… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter to Dunlop concerning the supply and specifications of various wheel rims. | ||
| View original record | COPY TO: Mr. H.E.Price, Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co., Birmingham. Rm/Gry.2/MH. 15th. June, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. G.E.Sharp. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0069 | Dispatch of 10 steel wheels to Messrs. Dunlop, Coventry. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.14/JH.15.6.39. We are sending into the stores today 10 steel wheels, will you please despatch these to Messrs. Dunlop, Coventry, marked for the attention of Mr. Sharp.… | ||
| scan0070 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. confirming technical details for the conversion of 5.00-16' and 5.50-16' wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO., LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD, (DUDLEY) CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. FOLESHILL,… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding rim positioning, equipment priority, and rim availability. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/VMH.863. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 16th… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a print for 6.00x16 wheels, which are taking precedence over the 5.50x16 size. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/VMH.886. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 17th… | ||
| scan0073 | Technical drawing of a Dunlop Plain Disc Wheel. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP PLAIN DISC WHEEL Pressing to be m/ced to compensate for .030" difference in rim well depth Pressing as dwg no GB.3872 cap as clients dwg GB.3873 clients brakedrum as dwg GB.3874 spring clip as… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. detailing the results of stress tests on a Phantom III wheel rim. | ||
| View original record | 13/0. c. Rm/Gry. xxx 2424 BY.21/G. 22nd. June 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY. Dear Sirs, With further reference to the question of stresses in wheel rims due to tyre… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter to Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. discussing stress analysis results of a wheel rim. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Messrs. Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co.Ltd., COVENTRY. These tests confirm the results of the stress analysis made by our Mr. Bower, who handed a copy of his investigation to your representative (Mr.… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting expedited delivery of rim wheels and providing instructions for Racing tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 23rd. June, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, I understand from Mr. Robotham that in your… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of five special 5.50x16 and 6.00x16 wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO., LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: 'DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.1102. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0078 | The receipt of Plain Disc Wheels from Dunlop Co. Ltd. and seeking clarification on payment. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Mr. Grylls. Les/AW.11/IB. 30. 6. 39. We have received ex. Messrs. Dunlop Co.Ltd.,- 5. 6.00 x 16. Plain Disc Wheels. 5. 5.50 x 16. " " " Have these been supplied free of charge, or should we… | ||
| scan0079 | Sending of wheels and Dunlops to be fitted with new rims. | ||
| View original record | 1370 To Les/AW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.1.7.39. With reference to your memo Les/AW.11/IB. 30.6.39, we sent the five 6.00 x 16 to Dunlops for them to fit new 6" rims. See memo Rm/Gry.7/MH.14.4.39. In… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enquiring about the supply of 16' 'E' type wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 γ c. Les. O/N.52444. Rm/Gry.4/MH. 3rd. July, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, We should be glad if you… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming the dispatch of five latest type 4.50x16 wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO 395. YOUR REF: Rm/Gry.4/MH. OUR REF: HEP/HM.1201. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0082 | Advice note from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for five black enamelled wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS. ADVICE NOTE. Nº 7892 BM. DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. 6.7.39. RIM & WHEEL STORES, FOLESHILL, COVENTRY Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. District M2 Town A/c No. A2472… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Dunlops concerning wheels and rims. | ||
| View original record | 1340 + 1332. To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.7/MH.27.7.39. Will you please deal with the attached letter from Dunlops. The 6" wheels are those mentioned in our memo Rm/Gry.4/MH.14.4.39 to Roy.… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the production and testing of lightweight wheel rims 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/HM.2204. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the machining and supply of wheel rims. | ||
| View original record | 1340 c. Les. Rm/Gry.1/MH. 30th. August, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of H.E.Price, Esq. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a proposed modification to rims due to the suspension of deliveries. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/HM.186. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0087 | Blueprint detailing a proposed valve hole for a 4.00 inch rim, model RS.0548. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATIONS. 4.00"±.063" 4.00 RIM RS.0548 27° 1/64" R. .504" / .514" DIA. .450" 1/32" AT 45° DETAIL OF VALVE HOLE. SCALE:- 1/8 & FULL DRAWN HR TRACED CHECKED Geo DATE 3.8.39 D.M.C. TITLE:- PROPOSED… | ||
| scan0088 | Technical drawing detailing the section of a 4.00-inch rim, including dimensions for standard and racing variants. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATIONS A) MOD. N° 3486 RE-DRAIN HOLES ALT° TO SUIT DES. SHT C.257 FROM C190. 18-4-37 B/L B) .510/.520 FROM .5" SEE DES SHT C.331 MOD N° 5746 22-9-37 Y/B C) .510 ALT° TO .504" / .520 ALT° TO… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a modified 4' rim and single outer discs for a 17' wheel. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 14th. September, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM 24. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 13th.… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber seeking instruction on whether to proceed with an order for lightweight rims due to the 'European situation'. | ||
| 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.1/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.308. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting to stop work on 5.50 x 16 lightweight rims due to the war. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.2/MH. 25th. September, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your memo of September… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the supply of rims with a modified valve arrangement. | ||
| 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. 1370 FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0093 | The status of 10 steel wheels sent to Messrs Dunlop Rim and Wheel Co. Ltd. for testing in France. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/FD. G/WFH/EWH.40/BB.16.10.39. On 16.6.39 in accordance with your memo Rm/FD.14/JH.15.6.39 we forwarded to Messrs Dunlop Rim and Wheel Co. Ltd., 10. Steel Wheels for test in France. Up to this… | ||
| scan0094 | Responding to a query about the return of wheels, detailing their receipt and location. | ||
| View original record | 1370 G/WFH. Rm/FD.6/JH.19.10.39. In answer to your memo. G/WFH/EWH.40/BP.16.10.39. These wheels have now been returned. We received them in the Exptl. Garage about the 24th. of Sept. but they had been… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production of experimental pressed steel wheels. | ||
| View original record | C 1370 Rm/Gry.1/MH. 31st. October, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Pressed Steel Wheels. We are wondering… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding their consideration of a letter about Pressed Steel Wheels. | ||
| 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.1/MH. OUR REF: HEP/WS.16.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. explaining why modifying existing 4.50x16 pressed steel wheels is not feasible. | ||
| View original record | 1370 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/HM.21. GRY- Messrs. Rolls-Royce,… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a proposed change in valve hole for well base rims for replacement wheels. | ||
| View original record | 1370 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/WS.35.D. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||
| scan0099 | Blueprint detailing the valve hole for a 3.62 inch rim, part RSO549. | ||
| View original record | COPIED OR RE-ISSUED WITHOUT OUR PERMISSION 3.62" ± .063" 3.62" RIM R.S.0549. CHAMFER AT 45° 1/32 DEEP AT ℄ DETAIL OF VALVE HOLE 1/64 R. 28° .504"/.514" DIA. .450" APPROVED 3.10.'39. DESIGN SHEET C171.… | ||
| scan0100 | Detailed engineering drawing of a 3.62-inch rim section, including dimensions and associated tooling. | ||
| View original record | LIST OF TOOLS FORMING & CIRCLING ROLLS: BO2319-30 SAWING OFF BLOCKS: STB243-4 RECIRCLING ROLLS: BO2331-3 WELDING BLOCKS: BO3605-7 JOINT ROUNDING BLOCKS: BO2334-5 CONTRACTING BLOCKS: STB240… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing issues with fitting new rims and changes to well base rims. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/Gry.9/MH. 7th. November, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. For the attention of Mr. H.E.Price. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letters of November… | ||
| scan0102 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the exchange of wheel rims and requesting tyre specifications. | ||
| View original record | 1370 Rm/FJH.2/BA. 9th, January. 1940. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop. Erdington, Birmingham.24. For the attention of H.E.Price Esq., _____________________________________ Dear Sirs, We have… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding difficulties with modifications and a query about tyres. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 394. YOUR REF: OUR REF: JAD/WS.105. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24… | ||