Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Dunlop wheels with Goodyear demountable rims, comparing tyre stiffness and weights against a standard wheel. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 135A (100 T) S. G. 643. 19-3-20) G 2618 X 4050 EH2/LG13.11.19. To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. X.3725. X.200. X.4050. RE DUNLOP WHEELS WITH DEMOUNTABLE RIMS. Messrs. Dunlop… | ||
| Scan002 | The sourcing of straight-sided tyres for new demountable wheel rims. | ||
| View original record | S.S. 1000 Tins, U. 643, 19-2-20; G 2618 X 4050 To Ws. from Hs. c. to Bn. Hs4/LG18.3.20. X.3725. RE WHEELS FITTED WITH DEMOUNTABLE RIMS. X.4050. X.3895. We are very anxious to fit Dunlop wheels which… | ||
| Scan003 | Discussion with Mr. Royce regarding issues with Warland rims and the potential adoption of Goodyear or Firestone alternatives. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 To By. from Hs. c. to EP. c. to Bn. c. to Da. HS3/LG30.3.20. X.1019. RE WARLAND RIMS. X.3943. X.3725. X.4050. During our last visit to Mr. Royce we took with us a Dunlop wheel fitted with a… | ||
| Scan004 | Replacing beaded tyres with straight-sided tyres and recommending Goodyear demountable rims. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hs3/LG30.3.20. before the striaght sided tyres will replace the beaded tyres. It has been agreed, for instance, that R-R Cars made in America shall be fitted with rims to take straight… | ||
| Scan005 | Visit from Dunlop about the supply of wire wheels for straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 BY8/H. 26. 4. 20. R. from BY. C. Bn. C. Hs. C. Dr. ------- X990 X4050 X9895 CHASSIS - WHEELS. RE THE QUESTION OF FITTING STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. Mr.Matthews, one of the directors of the Dunlop… | ||
| Scan006 | Recommendation to use Dunlop wheels with Goodyear/Firestone demountable rims and straight-sided tyres, detailing their advantages. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC.Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to EP. c.to C. X4050 Hs6/LG30.4.20. X.3725 - WHEELS AND TYRES. X.4050. We recommend that in future when a customer demands… | ||
| Scan007 | Dunlop wheels, straight-sided tyres, and the requirement for a mechanical tyre pump. | ||
| View original record | HS6/LG30.4.20. -2- Contd. Dunlop wheel. A slight increase in the weight of the rim is counterbalanced by the fact that the straight sided tyre is lighter than the beaded tyre and that there are no… | ||
| Scan008 | Request to test Dunlop straight-sided tyres, with a critique of their stiffness compared to American tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255. (100 T) (S F. 240. 6.8.19) (c) 250 X.4050 [STAMP: EFC 1920] [STAMP: RECEIVED] To HY. from Hs. [crossed out] c. to Wd. [/crossed out] [crossed out] c. to Bn. [/crossed out] EFC Hs1/LG1.5.20.… | ||
| Scan009 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of their straight-sided tyres and comparing their stiffness to American-made tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 COPY. C. Wd. c. to Hs. C & EFC RECEIVED STAMP: EFC 1920 MAY XI RECEIVED 1320 - 6 lines. EY4/P3.5.20. For the personal attention of Col. Matthew. May 5th. 1920 - Monday. Messrs. The Dunlop… | ||
| Scan010 | Page two of a letter discussing tyre testing and enclosing an experimental report. | ||
| View original record | Contd! -2- There may be other points which will arise in the process of testing, which we would in a similar manner be able to bring to your attention and which unquestionably will be very valuable to… | ||
| Scan011 | Whether to continue accepting orders for Warland Dual Rims due to the upcoming availability of Dunlop wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | m. from BY. c. to KP. c. to H. c. to Wd. c. to Ms. c. to EFC +4050. COPY [STAMP: EFO MAY 1920] BY1/P4.5.20. X 1019 4050 CHASSIS - WHEELS. RE QUESTION OF FITTING [STAMP: REC'D] WARLAND DUAL RIMS. In… | ||
| Scan012 | Michelin Co.'s position on manufacturing straight-sided (wired-on) tyres versus beaded tyres. | ||
| View original record | H. from Wd. c to EFC X.4050 Wd4/NJ5.5.20. X.4050 Straight-sided (wired-on) tyres. To-day I have had a visit from Mr. Watts, of the Michelin Co. and have ascertained that said Company have no immediate… | ||
| Scan013 | Supply of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels for testing in the experimental department. | ||
| View original record | X4050 BY20/H. 7. 5. 20. RECEIVED MAY 8 1920 Hs Wd. c. Hs, c. EP. CHASSIS - FRONT AXLE. REAR AXLE. RE THE QUESTION OF DUNLOPS SUPPLYING US WITH STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES AND WHEELS SUITABLE FOR SAME TO TEST… | ||
| Scan014 | Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of their straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | Copy The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd, Alma Street, COVENTRY. 6th May, 1920. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. Nightingale Road, DERBY. Your ref. BY4.P.3520. Our " JSM/GLW.1015. Dear Sirs, RE QUESTION OF TESTING… | ||
| Scan015 | Modifications to Michelin disc wheels to make them practicable. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. R2/G8.5.20. X. 3482. X. 4050. RE MICHELIN DISC WHEELS. With reference to Michelin Dsic Wheels, the question of the security bolts we ought to easily get over by… | ||
| Scan016 | The re-testing of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and the arrangement of an interview. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Dunlop Wd. Hs. EP. --- BY7/H. 8. 5. 20. ---------------- RE TESTING OF DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. --------------------------------------- I attach herewith copy of Colonel Mathews' reply of… | ||
| Scan017 | Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of their straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100) T | S. G. 643, 19-2-20 G 2618 Copy The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd. Alma Street, COVENTRY. Your ref. BY4.P.3520. Our ref. JSM/GLW.1037. 7th May, 1920. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. Nightingale… | ||
| Scan018 | Letter regarding a proposed test of straight-sided tyres and rims. | ||
| View original record | R.R. .235a (100 T) N.S.G. 643, 19-2-20 G 2618 C o p y From:- Development Supts.Office. ASTON CROSS. To:- Managing Director (Commercial) Wheel Works. COVENTRY. Dated 8th May. 1920. Dict. 5th " " WB/GG.… | ||
| Scan019 | Finality on the question of wheels, rims, and straight-sided tyres, including the introduction of a mechanical tyre pump. | ||
| View original record | S/W HS. c to EFC X.4050. C5/C12.5.20. X.15 X.4050.- Straight-sided Tyres With reference to the various correspondence we have had, and referring to your HS6/LC30.4.20 in particular, we want to get… | ||
| Scan020 | Copy of a letter regarding the supply of straight-sided tyres and rims from Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | X4050 En. from Wd. c. to BY c. to HS. c. to EP c to EFC COPY. Wd20/NJ.12.5.20. X.4050 Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Co. (Gt.Britain)Ltd. X.6926 X.8725 About a week ago I wrote this Co. asking them whether… | ||
| Scan021 | Supply and fitting of demountable rims, straight-sided tyres, and mechanical tyre pumps. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 To By. from Hs. Hs1/LG17.5.20. X.3725. X.4050. RE WHEELS AND TYRES. With reference to the attached letter from Mr. Cowan, we think that the queries raised are things which you could deal with… | ||
| Scan022 | Comparison of Firestone, Stanwell, and Goodyear demountable rims for straight-sided tyres, covering weight and ease of use. | ||
| View original record | X 4050. To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Dn. c. to EP. c. to Cy. c. to Na. Hs1/LG19.5.20. X.3725. X.4050. RE DEMOUNTABLE RIMS FOR STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. | ||
| Scan023 | Safety comparison of Stanwell, Goodyear, and Firestone wheel rims on a car with a deflated tyre. | ||
| View original record | B.M. 182 (1500) (SD6/6 19-7-17) M P 180805 Contd. -2- Hsl/LC19.5.20. running the car at high speeds with a deflated tyre. We find that the best of the three rims as regards safety is the Stanwell. We… | ||
| Scan024 | The merits and standardisation of Firestone, Goodyear, and Dunlop tyre rims. | ||
| View original record | S.S. 100 (report) (5Dopt 19-7-17) MP 180805 Contd. -3- Hs1/LGH.9.5.20. valve of the inner tube which makes the rim much more safe. We have not yet seen one of these spreaders, they are not fitted to… | ||
| Scan025 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a proposed meeting and their production schedule for wheels. | ||
| View original record | C. Hs. X 4050 COPY. BY22/H19.5.20. c. to E F c EFC MAY 21 1920 RECEIVED. May 19th, 1920. Wednesday. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Alma Street, Coventry. Dear Sir, X.4050 FOR THE ATTENTION OF COLONEL… | ||
| Scan026 | Meeting with the Dunlop Company concerning straight sided tyres and loose flange wheels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a . 100 T: (S.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 1460. x4050 To Hs. from BY. BYS-P27.5.20. RE STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES & LOOSE FLANGE WHEELS. ---------------------- I am informed that Col. Matthew and Mr Bond of… | ||
| Scan027 | Paint color samples, chassis painting, and wheel/tyre options for a car. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Da. X 4050 Hs5/LG7.6.20. X.3923. RE 6-EX. CAR. X.4050. X.3482. We are sending you herewith two samples of colours for this car. We should be very pleased to have your… | ||
| Scan028 | The testing of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and loose flanged wheels on a chassis rear axle. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from BY. Wd CHASSIS - REAR AXLE. RE TESTING OUT OF DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES MANUFACTURED BY THE DUNLOP COMPANY AND LOOSE FLANGED WHEELS SUITABLE FOR SAME. Referring to the visit of Col. Matthew… | ||
| Scan029 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. outlining the conditions for testing their Straight Side Tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. -35A (100 T) S. G. 643, 19-2-20) G 2618 C O P Y. DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. ASTON CROSS. BIRMINGHAM. JUNE 4th, 1920. ---- Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd Nightingale Road. D E R B Y? For the attention of Mr.… | ||
| Scan030 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. outlining conditions and procedures for tyre testing. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - (3) Contd. to be kept constant. The air pressure in the tyres should be maintained by daily inspection at a pressure which we will specify. (4) In the case of the failure of any of the test… | ||
| Scan031 | Proposal to introduce a new type of wire wheel suitable for straight-sided tyres as part of the postwar programme. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 COPY. Wd. from BY. c. "E" Dept. c. "F" Dept. c. Ms. c. Hs. R.Fc. BY10/P9.6.20. X.8725 X.4050 CHASSIS - FRONT AND REAR WHEELS. I propose to try and bring in the new type wire wheel suitable for… | ||
| Scan032 | Testing of straight-sided tyres and correspondence with the Dunlop Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from BY. c. to Wd. X4050 BY2/LG11.6.20. RE TESTING STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. I attach copy of letter reference WB/GG of the 9th.inst., received from the Dunlop Rubber Co. You will note Mr. O'Callaghan… | ||
| Scan033 | Whether to supply forgings for Michelin disc wheels to the USA, recommending that experimental work be kept in Derby. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 238 a (50 T) (S.G. 504. 8-1-20) G. 1585 X.4050 Hs. from BY. [crossed out] Wor. [crossed out] RFC COPY. BY8/P11.6.20. X.3482 ✓ X.4050 [underlined] FRONT & REAR AXLES. RE MICHELIN DISC WHEELS.… | ||
| Scan034 | Cancellation of Michelin wheel forgings due to accidents with soft bead clincher tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. May 25th. 1920 OY6-G-25520. To Mr. Bailey. c. to Mr. Barrington. Mr. Beaver. Mr. Nadin. Mr. Manning. Mr. Burton. Mr. Caswell. from Mr. Olley. re -… | ||
| Scan035 | Request for sample wheel hub forgings to be produced in England for testing American Michelin disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | -2- tyres to American standards for the English market, and since the American Company requires to keep abreast with the very rapid developement of disc wheels here, we would suggest that a few sample… | ||
| Scan036 | The testing of straight-sided tyres and correspondence with the Dunlop Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from BY. c. Wd. X4050 BY2-P11.6.20. RE TESTING STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. I attach copy of letter reference WB/GG of the 9th inst., received from the Dunlop Rubber Co. You will note Mr O'Callaghan is… | ||
| Scan037 | Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a set of 5 wheels and tyres sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | c o p y. THE DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. ASTON CROSS, BIRMINGHAM. JUNE 9th, 1920. -------- WB/GG. -- Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. DERBY. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Bailey. Re. Test Tyres. We have now… | ||
| Scan038 | Wheel and tyre choices (wire wheels vs disc wheels) and paint colour options for chassis 6.EX. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. X.4050 R2/G14.6.20. X.3923. RE CHASSIS 6.EX. X.3482 (struck-through) X.4050 I certainly think that the wire wheels having the straight sided tyres as at present fitted to… | ||
| Scan039 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Company attaching a report on tyres loaned for testing. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 Hsl/LC. 21st. June 1920. The Dunlop Rubber Company, Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. We attach herewith a report on the running of the Tyres you have… | ||
| Scan040 | Test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres detailing daily mileage and routes taken. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for week ending - Particulars of Car - R.R. 40/50 - fitted with double limousine body, Wire wheels, Goodyear rims. Weight - Rear 1 ton. 7 cwt. Front 1 " 1 "… | ||
| Scan041 | Letter from Dunlop to Rolls-Royce regarding a report on the running of Test Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS:- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE Nº EAST 920. 11 LINES. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION.… | ||
| Scan042 | Discrepancy in spare wheels supplied by Dunlop Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 To Wd/Ms. From Hs. gfe Hs3/LG24.6.20. With reference to the attached letter from the Dunlop Rubber Co. Coventry, we are still making use of these wheels. When Messrs. Dunlop supplied us… | ||
| Scan043 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the testing of S/S tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE Nº: EAST 920. 11 LINES. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION.… | ||
| Scan044 | The use of Goodyear Tyres on a 4.EX Car with a 40/50 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: X.4050 To Mn. from Hs. (Struck through) Handwritten: qs.F.C. Handwritten: X.4050 (Circled) Hs3/LG29.6.20. Handwritten: X 3764 RE GOODYEAR TYRES. With reference to your… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding scheduling a car for tyre inspection and an upcoming works holiday. | ||
| View original record | X-4030 HS4/LG. GFC RECEIVED STAMP: E C JUN 28 1920 RECEIVED. 28th. June 1920. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, X-4030 For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. Please find… | ||
| Scan046 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 27th June 1920. | ||
| View original record | Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for week ending 27th. June. Particulars of Car - R-R 40/50 - fitted with double limousine Body, wire wheels - Goodyear rims. Weight - rear 1 ton. 7 cwt. - front 1… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd to Mr. Hives confirming arrangements for sending a car to Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | XL060 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS:- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nº EAST 920. 11 LINES. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION.… | ||
| Scan048 | Relationship between axle ratios, tyre sizes, and car speed. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to PN. c. to H. Hs1/LG30.6.20. X.3545. AXLE RATIOS. A.3457. X.4050. The pre-war Cars when fitted with a 16 x 52 axle (3.25 to 1 ratio)… | ||
| Scan049 | The standardization of wheels and the introduction of straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 585A (100 T) (S.G. 64B, 10-5-20) G 2615 X.4050 W/S. C. from By. c. to Sn. c. to Wd. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to EFC. By6/P15.7.20. X.3725. X.4050. WHEELS & TYRES. RE STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES.… | ||
| Scan050 | Supply and design options for various types of wheels, including wire, Michelin disc, and Dunlop disc. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285a (100 T) (S.G. 543, 19-5-20) G. 3818 Contd. -2- By6/P15.7.20. number of present type wire wheels delivered on the post war program, to 1250 sets, but this number must be somewhat necessarily… | ||
| Scan051 | Continuation page of a typed report or memorandum, marked as page 3. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- By6/P15.7.20. refer to this as it was very clear on all the points dealt with in same. By. R'N' 20389(100M)(20)O'LAV 2T2-D(8) OF 8/19 | ||
| Scan052 | Standardisation and supply of straight-sided tyres and the phasing out of Warland rims. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255a (100 T) (S.G. 643, 19-2-20) G. 2018 4050 W/S. C. from By. c. to Sn. c. to Wd. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. C. to EFC. By6/P15.7.20. X.3725. WHEELS & TYRES. X.4050. RE STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. Referring… | ||
| Scan053 | Wheel supply strategy concerning wire wheels, disc wheels, and negotiations with suppliers like Dunlop and Michelin. | ||
| View original record | Contd. 92- (2) We might possibly manage, if the standardisation is pushed through at an early date, to limit the total number of present type wire wheels delivered on the postwar program, to 1250… | ||
| Scan054 | Referencing a previous memo about Michelin disc wheels and straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- By6/P15.7.20. Our memo By16/P19.5.20, covers practically the same ground as the above, with the exception of Michelin disc wheels suitable for straight sided tyres. We would like you to… | ||
| Scan055 | Recommending Michelin disc wheels as an alternative for customers who dislike wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | To C. from E. Copy to CJ. Hs. X.4050 X.3482. X.3725. X.4050 X.4158. RE ALTERNATIVE TO BE RECOMMENDED TO CUSTOMERS WHO DISLIKE WIRE WHEELS. It will be remembered that during the visit of Messrs.… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. arranging for the examination of an experimental car fitted with straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 RECEIVED JUL 22 1920 S.Fe Hsl/LG21.7.20. 21th. July 1920. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, X4050 For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. We propose sending our… | ||
| Scan057 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 3rd July. | ||
| View original record | Tests on Dunlop straigh-sided tyres for week-ending 3rd. July. Particulars of car - R-R 40/50 HP. fitted with double limousine body. Wire wheels - Goodyear Rims. Weight - rear 1 ton. 7 cwt. -front 1 "… | ||
| Scan058 | Inquiry to Messrs. Rudge-Whitworth regarding the demountable rims used with their detachable wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To Wd. from Hs. c. to By. Hs3/LG22.7.20. X.421. X.4050. RE RUDGE-WHITWORTH DETACHABLE WIRE WHEELS. With reference to the attached we should be interested to know from Messrs. Rudge-Whitworth… | ||
| Scan059 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the condition of test tyres on a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE Nº EAST 920. 11 LINES. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION - BENTLEY'S… | ||
| Scan060 | Company's policy on supplying different types of wheels, including Warland rims and Michelin disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | W/S. C. from BY. c. Sn. c. Hs. X.4050 X.3487 X.4050 CHASSIS - RE TYPES OF WHEELS. E C RECEIVED JUL 28 HY4-P28.7.20 Referring to C1/H26720 addressed to Hs, which has been handed to me, please note that… | ||
| Scan061 | The production implications of fitting Michelin disc wheels versus wire wheels with loose flanges. | ||
| View original record | BY4-P28.7.20. contd. - 2 - b/- contd. move in this direction, which would involve a very heavy expenditure in tools, which would possibly have to be scrapped in the course of six months. In any case,… | ||
| Scan062 | The issues with running high-pressure Dunlop tyres, including poor ride comfort and road holding. | ||
| View original record | P. R. 235A (100 T) (S.G. 648. 19-2-20) G. 2615 40 R X.4050. Contd. -2- Hs6/LG30.7.20. X.4050. We are running on one of our cars some of the straight sided Dunlop tyres. Dunlops have asked us to run… | ||
| Scan063 | Radii at the base of wheel flanges for straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 BY6/H. 2. 8. 20. Rolls Royce of America Inc. Springfield, Mass. FOR THE ATTENTION OF Mr.OLLEY. c. Hs. c. R. X4050 X3725 CHASSIS FRONT & REAR AXLE. RE RADII AT BASE OF THE FLANGE ON WHEELS… | ||
| Scan064 | Letter to The Dunlop Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report and premature tyre wear, suggesting lower pressure as a remedy. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 HS6/LG. 3th. August 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. DearsSirs, X.4050 For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. Herewith is a report of the mileage of tyres. We propose… | ||
| Scan065 | Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 2nd August. | ||
| View original record | Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for week ending 2nd. Aug. Tyre pressure - 80 lbs. in rear - 65 lbs. in front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. | Total mileage. R. |… | ||
| Scan066 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the testing of tyres and inflation pressures. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nº EAST 920. 11 LINES. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION. BENTLEY'S… | ||
| Scan067 | Letter from Dunlop to Rolls-Royce regarding a mileage discrepancy in a tyre test. | ||
| View original record | x4050 21844 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE (11 LINES) EAST 920, PRIVATE EXCHANGE. A.B.C. CODE… | ||
| Scan068 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a correction to a previous report on tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 [Signature H S] Hs7/LG6.8.20. X4050 6th. Aug. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Replying to your AGL/11/56a. of the… | ||
| Scan069 | 300-mile road test of a vehicle, detailing performance, handling, and fuel/tyre economy. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (250T) (SDx96 19-7-17) MP 18.865 x4050 To Hs. from R. c. to Da. c. to CJ. c. to PN. R24/H10.8.20. X.3763. re 1.EX. I have run this 300 miles and I am very pleased with it, from every point of… | ||
| Scan070 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning reports on tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 HS2/LG. J o Fe. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. 18th. August. 1920. Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, X.4050 For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Attached are our reports on tyres for weeks ending… | ||
| Scan071 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 8th August 1920. | ||
| View original record | Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for week ending 8th. August. 1920. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on Car. | Total miles run. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. --- | --- | --- | ---… | ||
| Scan072 | Log of tests performed on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 15th August 1920. | ||
| View original record | Tests on DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES for week ending 15th. August. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on Car. | Total miles run. F | Total miles run. R |… | ||
| Scan073 | Performance of new straight-sided tyres, and the difficulty of removing them from the rim after a puncture. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 388A (100 T) (S.G. 648. 10-5-20) G. 2618 X4050 R5/G20.8.20. To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. c. to EP. c. to PN. c. to H. c. to R.R. of American Inc. (for the attention of Oy.) X.4050. X.3763a. RE TYRES… | ||
| Scan074 | The quality of tyres and rims, comparing Palmer tyres and Goodyer rims to other manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 288A (100 T) (S.G. 643. 19-8-20) G. 2618 Contd. -2- R5/G20.8.20. It was noticed that these tyres held their pressure exceedingly well, which would suggest that the rubber of the inner tubes were… | ||
| Scan075 | Letter from Dunlop confirming receipt of tyre mileage reports and enclosing new printed forms for future reporting. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H. M. The King RECEIVED 21 AUG 1920 DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE (11 LINES) EAST 920, PRIVATE… | ||
| Scan076 | Customer complaints about poor ride quality due to hard tyres and high tyre pressures. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to Da. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Oy. c. to EP. X. 3895. X. 4050. RE - TYRES. X. 20. Hs2/LG1.9.20. We are receiving a number of complaints from America re.… | ||
| Scan077 | Tyre pressure experiments, their effect on comfort, and mileage. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hs2/LG1.9.20. tyres we reduced the pressure to 55 lbs., the car was entirely different. The increase in comfort and the riding to obtain by the lower tyre pressure in something which we… | ||
| Scan078 | Tyre pressure recommendations, fitting tightness, tread patterns, and noise issues. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- HS2/LG1.9.20. Evenif it is proved that the tyres last longer with high pressure, we think we have still to reckon the extra wear and tear on the chassis due to the hard tyres and the loss… | ||
| Scan079 | Page from a report discussing the noise characteristics of Wood Milne tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235m (100 T) S.H. 89. 22-7-20 G 2769 Contd. -4- Hs2/LG1.9.20. are bad in this respect, also such tyres as the Wood Milne are very bad for noise. Hs. | ||
| Scan080 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of Magnum straight-sided wired-on tyres. | ||
| View original record | Copy for Hs. X.4050 W46/NJ2920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Para Mills, Aston Cross, Birmingham. 2nd September,1920. Dear Sirs, Magnum Straight-sided Wired-on Tyres. On the last occasion that… | ||
| Scan081 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre mileage reports. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 RECEIVED, SEP 8 1920 HS3/LG. S.F.C. 2nd. Sept. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Herewith are our reports on tyre… | ||
| Scan082 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage, routes, and remarks including a failure. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten Initials]: JAS Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyre. for week ending 21st. August. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Table Data: Headers: Date. | Tyres fitted | Position on… | ||
| Scan083 | Weekly test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage, routes, and road conditions. | ||
| View original record | J/S Tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyr[es] for week ending 28th. August. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles run. | Daily miles. |… | ||
| Scan084 | Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage and performance. | ||
| View original record | G.F.C X.4050 File Tests on Dunlop Straight-sided tyres, for week 4th. Sept. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. 65 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles F. | Total miles R. | Daily… | ||
| Scan085 | Total mileage report for tyres, detailing a replacement and mileage covered. | ||
| View original record | TOTAL MILEAGE UP TO AND INCLUDING 14.9.20. F.O. 5436 - replaced by FD.1999 total mileage 1163. F.N. 6274 R.O. 2522 R.N. 2481 --------------------------------- DUNLOP | ||
| Scan086 | Letter from Dunlop regarding tyre mileage reports and the preference for using the usual reporting forms. | ||
| View original record | By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS > "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE (11 LINES) EAST 920, PRIVATE EXCHANGE. A.B.C. CODE 5th EDITION.… | ||
| Scan087 | Complaints about present production cars, focusing on American tyres and driver perception. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 Extract R6/G7.9.20. To CJ. from R. Copy to EAC. " " LHS. " " Sir. E. Goulding. " " SA. " " Wor. " " PN. " " Hs. " " EP. " " Da. " " By. " " H. " " R.R. of Am. Inc. (For the attention of Oy.)… | ||
| Scan088 | Steering faults, tracing 'steering wobbles' to tyres and proposing friction dampers as a cure. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) (S. G. 643, 19-2-20) G 2618 Contd. -2- R6/G7.9.20. - STEERING. Our steering has been blamed for two faults, at the same time admired for its many virtues. No changes in design have… | ||
| Scan089 | High-speed steering, wheel types, transmission knock, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- that these are fatal things for good steering at high speed. I have been pleased to see that Warland split detachable rims are so badly made that we cannot get a supply of good ones, these… | ||
| Scan090 | Report discussing spring lubrication, transmission design, and electrical installation plans. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- the rush for output prevented these being fitted (as they required more time and testing) My impression is that with the lubricated springs (see other note why lubricated) they are an… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. attaching tyre mileage reports for specified weeks. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 [STAMP] RECEIVED. SEP 21 1920 g.F.C. HS2/LG. 21st. Sept. 1920 Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. We attached herewith tyre… | ||
| Scan092 | Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 12th September 1920. | ||
| View original record | Tests of Dunlop straight-sided tyres for week-ending 12th. Sept. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles F. | Total miles R. | Daily miles.… | ||
| Scan093 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 19th September. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES FOR WEEK ENDING 19TH. SEPT. Tyres pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. | Total mileage. R. | Daily… | ||
| Scan094 | Tests conducted on a 6.EX car to find the effect of rear shock absorbers with different tyre pressures. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to En. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to EWT. for R.R. Inc. Hs2/LG22.9.20. X.3461b. X.4050. RE SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.2628b. We have recently carried out some… | ||
| Scan095 | The testing of rear shock absorbers, noting issues with noise and proposals for improvements using Ferodo discs. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 525A (100 T) (S.G. 643. 19-5-20) G. 2615 Contd. -2- Hs2/LG22.9.20. them was when going over a hog-backed bridge. - the rebound of the springs was nothing like as bad. The results of these tests… | ||
| Scan096 | The supply of Dunlop straight-sided wired-on tyres and suitable wheels. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Wd. c. to Da. c. to Hs. c. to EP. c. to Hm. c. to Ms. c. to C (Sales) X.4050 Wd7/NJ23.9.20. DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED WIRED-ON TYRES. Herewith I send you copy of a letter from the Dunlop Rubber… | ||
| Scan097 | Supply chain and delivery timeline for Dunlop straight-side wired-on tyres and wheels. | ||
| View original record | By. from Wd. c.to Da. c.to Hs. c.to Eh. c.to Hn. c.to Ms. c.to O.(Sales). X4050 Wd7/NJ23.9.20. Dunlop Straight Side Wired-on Tyres. Herewith I send you copy of a letter from the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd.… | ||
| Scan098 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in the supply of Straight Side Tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE DUNLOP RUBBER CO, LTD., ASTON CROSS, BIRMINGHAM. SALES MANAGER. EHB. 20th Sept. 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sirs, Straight Side… | ||
| Scan099 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. regarding the supply of Magnum straight-sided wired-on tyres. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO.,LTD, ALMA STREET, COVENTRY. Wd15/NJ.20920. M.R. F.J.K. 22nd Sept. 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sirs, MAGNUM… | ||
| Scan100 | Change to wire wheels for straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs. from By. c. to WdG c. to Mr. D'Aeth C. to Mr. Booth. c. to EFC. By11/P24.9.20. X.4050. CHASSIS - FRONT AND REAR. X.3725. RE WIRE WHEELS FOR STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES.… | ||
| Scan101 | Instructions regarding the end of the 'N' series with Dunlop wheels and the potential standardisation of straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Byl1/P24.9.20. The D.O. should therefore note that we must at once issue instructions to the O.O. to carry on up to the end of "N" series with the present type of Dunlop wheel, and in the… | ||
| Scan102 | From Mr. Royce to C.J. regarding the testing and performance of experimental production cars, including model 1.EX. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] X4050 COPY OF MEMORANDUM FROM MR. ROYCE. To C.J. from R. My dear C.J., X.2565. RE PRODUCTION CARS. X.20. X.3056. X.3763. X.2628. X.4050. X.3461. I have just completed my autumn run of… | ||
| Scan103 | Improving vehicle ride quality through changes in tyres, springs, and axle ratios. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- What has been said of roads can also be said of tyres. Pleasant riding cannot be obtained without Pneumatic tyres and these must be allowed to deflect with the load. Moreover, like the… | ||
| Scan104 | The performance of the Hawk aero engine, noting issues at slow speed and suggesting improvements to suspension and electrics. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- R1/G26.9.20. I found R.R. Cars, nearly all in the country travelling at higher speeds than we usually supposed judging by the slow and silent way they are mostly driven in towns and… | ||
| Scan105 | Cover letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. attaching a report on tyre mileage for the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. | ||
| View original record | X.4080. Hs4/LG Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.,Ltd. Aston Cross, Birmingham. 30th. Sept. 1920 Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. We attach herewith report of tyre mileage for week ending… | ||
| Scan106 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 26th September. | ||
| View original record | X.4080 90 F.C. TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES FOR WEEK ENDING 26TH. SEPT Tyre pressures - 70 lbs rear. 65 lbs. front | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily… | ||
| Scan107 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 3rd October. | ||
| View original record | S.F.C. X.4080. File. TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES FOR WEEK ENDING 3rd.OCT. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Date. Tyres fitted. Position on car. Total mileage. F. R. Daily miles.… | ||
| Scan108 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. requesting a test car for tyre refitting. | ||
| View original record | A120A.X. X.4030 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE (11 LINES) EAST 920, PRIVATE EXCHANGE. A.B.C.… | ||
| Scan109 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the correct fitting and direction of rotation for special herring-bone pattern tyres on a test car. | ||
| View original record | X405b By Appointment To H.M. The King RECEIVED STAMP: H8 OCT 7 1920 RECEIVED DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE No EAST 920 (11… | ||
| Scan110 | Correspondence regarding the supply and delivery of Dunlop detachable wire wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) S. G. 642, 19-5-20: G 2618 .X.4050 Hs. from Wd. c.to By. (struck through) Wd7/NJ6.10.20. Dunlop Detachable Wire Wheels with removable flange for wired-on tyres. In reply to yours… | ||
| Scan111 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. enquiring about the correct directional fitting of tyre treads. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 988A (100 T) (S.H 159. 11-8-20) G. 280 X.4080 Hsl/LG6.10.20 RECEIVED OCT 7 1920 6th. Oct. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co+Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W.… | ||
| Scan112 | Report extract discussing vehicle springing issues, shock absorbers, and customer handling strategy in the US market. | ||
| View original record | X4050 -2- 22-LW. These plugs also give better slow running and maintain so will bring some over.* X.2628 X3725 X3461 X4050 X4357 ( Copy of report from EP dated 7.10.20. ) "As regards springing I… | ||
| Scan113 | List of numbered vehicle faults and observations for discussion. | ||
| View original record | -2- "Marmon car. Very bad even with long prop. has same faults. Note difference with and without shock absorbers. Shock absorbers. Note particulars French type enclosed There seems to be very few… | ||
| Scan114 | Notification of a revised price list for 1921 Dunlop Pneumatic Motor Tyres, including new Straight Sided Tyres. | ||
| View original record | EP. c.to Hs. c.to Hm. X.4050 Wd/Ms19/FJ7.10.20. Kindly note that we have received revised price list for season 1921 of Dunlop Pneumatic Motor Tyres. On said list they also give the sizes of Straight… | ||
| Scan115 | Request to ask Messrs. Dunlops to dispatch six wire wheels and six straight-sided tyres and tubes to Conduit Street. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. from Hs. c. to BY. X4050 Hs2/LG8.10.20. Will you please ask Messrs. Dunlops to despatch the 6 Wire Wheels with removeable flange and the 6 Straight-sided tyres and tubes to Rolls-Royce Conduit… | ||
| Scan116 | Noise issues with new Dunlop straight-sided tyres and a request for testing. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To PN. from Hs. X.4050 RECEIVED Hs2/LG11.10.20. RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. Messrs. Dunlop are sending to Conduit Street a set of wheels and tyres for your car. We should like you to take… | ||
| Scan117 | Letter to Dunlop complaining about the noise from their new straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335A (100 T) (S.H 159, 11-8-20) G 1800 X.4050 RECEIVED OCT 12 c. to Wd. c. to BY. c. to EP. Hs3/LG. 11th. Oct. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Co. Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the… | ||
| Scan118 | Continued document comparing the noise of new Dunlop straight-sided tyres to American tyres. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- HS3/LG. We find that the new Dunlop straight-sided tyres are more noisy than any of the American tyres Yours faithfully, R.R.C. 2007.(5M)29-10-21 T.H. & CO.LTD. 2500 | ||
| Scan119 | Letter expressing concern that new Dunlop tyres for a demonstration car will be noisier than the current set. | ||
| View original record | R.H. 950 a (20 T) (S.B. 972. 14-4-20) G. 9674 X4058 Hs. PN20/WL121020. In reply to your Hs2/LGl1.10.20. re Dunlop Straight-Sided Tyres, I note that Messrs. Dunlop are sending to me a set of these… | ||
| Scan120 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a report on a new set of tyres for the attention of Mr. W. Bond. | ||
| View original record | X. 4050 RECEIVED. OCT 22 1920 S F C. HS/LG. 21st. Oct. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. We attach herewith report on new set… | ||
| Scan121 | Test log for Dunlop straight-side tyres, tracking mileage, routes, and performance. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDE TYRES. Tyre Pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. TABLE DATA: COLUMN HEADERS: Date, Tyres fitted, Position on car, Total mileage F., Total mileage R., Daily miles,… | ||
| Scan122 | Log of tyre performance detailing mileage, routes taken, and driving conditions. | ||
| View original record | contd. -2- TABLE DATA: Column Headers: Date, Tyres fitted, Position on car, Total mileage, F, R, Daily miles, Route taken, Remarks. Row 1: Date: 14.10.20 Tyres fitted: FD.4529, FD.4536, FD.4522,… | ||
| Scan123 | Letter from Dunlop regarding mileage and noise issues on an experimental set of tyres. | ||
| View original record | By Appointment To H. M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO: EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE. 5TH. EDITION. BENTLEY'S… | ||
| Scan124 | Letter from Dunlop requesting to examine an experimental car due to a noise issue with the tyres. | ||
| View original record | By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER Cº LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nº: EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION, BENTLEY'S… | ||
| Scan125 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of their tyres on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 RECEIVED OCT 27 1920 S.F.C. Hs3/LG. 27th. Oct. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. With reference to your letter ref.… | ||
| Scan126 | Test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ( DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. | Total mileage. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. |… | ||
| Scan127 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd concerning an experimental car and tyre noise. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO. EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION,… | ||
| Scan128 | Arranging the return of noisy Dunlop straight-sided tyres from a Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | To PN. From Hs. X.4050 Hs3/LG29.10.20. X.4050 RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. RECEIVED With reference to the above tyres, we think we should try and arrange with Messrs. Dunlop to take back the set of… | ||
| Scan129 | Copy of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. to Rolls-Royce regarding an experimental car, noise, and tyre mileage. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, BIRMINGHAM. Oct. 28th. 1920. WB/GG. Development. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Hives. Thanks… | ||
| Scan130 | Noise complaints about Dunlop straight-sided tyres and arranging for their return. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 OCT 29 1920 g F.E To Wd. from Hs. Hs4/LG29.10.20. X.4050 RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. We attach herewith a letter from Mr. Northey ref:- PN25/DN/28.10.20. You will see that he does not agree… | ||
| Scan131 | Results of tyre trials on an Open Trials Car, focusing on noise and comfort. | ||
| View original record | COPY. PN25/DN/28.10.20. S/W. Hs. I have been running our Open Trials Car on the special Dunlop tyres with demountable rims, which you arranged I should try. I propose continuing to run on these tyres… | ||
| Scan132 | Letter from Dunlop requesting an experimental car for tyre noise testing. | ||
| View original record | By Appointment To H. M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: 'COVERS, BIRMINGHAM.' TELEPHONE NO. EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION, BENTLEY'S… | ||
| Scan133 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd cancelling a visit regarding tyres for an experimental car, asking for the car to be sent to them instead. | ||
| View original record | A120.A.X. x4050 By Appointment To H. M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS- "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE (11 LINES) EAST 920, PRIVATE EXCHANGE. A.B.C.… | ||
| Scan134 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Company regarding weekly tyre mileage and a change of vehicle body type. | ||
| View original record | 2Fe. X.4080 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Our ref:- HS1/LG. 3rd. Nov. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Gentlemen, For the attention of Mr. W.… | ||
| Scan135 | Test report log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, noting mileage, routes, and vehicle status. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 25.10.20 |… | ||
| Scan136 | Circular from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production of new tyres, a detected noise issue, and a proposed meeting. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 282A (100 T) (S.G. 642, 18-2-20) G. 2618 X 4050 Hs C.(Sales) from Wd. c. to Hs. ~~Copy by~~ ~~C. to Mr.~~ RECEIVED NOV 5 Wd4/NJ5.11.20. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. Straight Side Tyres. We have… | ||
| Scan137 | Letter from Dunlop regarding unsatisfactory noise from modified Straight Side Tyres on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | X405D By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER Cº LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nº: EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION,… | ||
| Scan138 | Letter to Dunlop providing feedback on the noise levels of various tyres after road testing. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 RECEIVED NOV 11 1920 HS2/LG. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. 10th. Nov. 1920. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. With reference to the Dunlop Tyres with… | ||
| Scan139 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. regarding the comparative noise of tyres under trial. | ||
| View original record | X4058 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: 'COVERS, BIRMINGHAM.' TELEPHONE NO: EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH, EDITION.… | ||
| Scan140 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a report on tyre mileage and the fitting of new tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 C NOV 18 1920 RECEIVED G.F.C. HS3/LG. 17th. Nov.1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Walter Bond. We attach herewith our report… | ||
| Scan141 | Test log sheet for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage and usage. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRE Tyre pressures - 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. | Total mileage. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. |… | ||
| Scan142 | Log sheet detailing daily tyre usage, mileage, and journey information. | ||
| View original record | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 15.11.20 FD.4901 | O front | 585 FD.4958 | N front | 130 FD.4943 | O rear | 625 FD.4960 | N… | ||
| Scan143 | The type of wheels to be ordered for the 'O' Series chassis, continuing with the current type. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Ms. from BY. c. Mr D'Aeth. c. Mr Booth. c. Hs. c. EFC. RECEIVED NOV 17 1920 BY9-P17.11.20. X.3775 X.4050 CHASSIS - FRONT & REAR AXLES. RE TYPE OF WHEELS TO BE DEFINITELY ORDERED UP FOR "O"… | ||
| Scan144 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. complaining about excessive noise from new tyres after a 400-mile test run. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 C RECEIVED. NOV 23 1920 E.F.C. Hs14/LG. 22nd. Nov. 1920 Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Last week I made a run of 400… | ||
| Scan145 | Offer for a practical demonstration drive of a car in Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- We should be pleased to let you have a car at Birmingham at any time to let you have a days run on it so that you can have a practical demonstration of the points we raise. Yours… | ||
| Scan146 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tests on the silence and non-skidding qualities of their straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 253a (100 T) (S.H. 159, 11-5-20) G. 28/8 X.4050 G.F.E - Hs7/LG. 23rd. Nov. 1920. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Further… | ||
| Scan147 | Inquiring about what action to take regarding Dunlop straight-sided tyres held by the Sales Department. | ||
| View original record | Wd. from Hs/TMW. E.F.C. X4050 Hs/TMW1/LG25.11.20. RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. With reference to the attached note ref. Bk2/WL24.11.20 and to our Hs4/LG29.10.20 attached. Could you please let us… | ||
| Scan148 | Instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels. | ||
| View original record | S. to W. Hs. COPY. Bk2/WL24.11.20. RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. With reference to your Hs3/LG29.10.20., we should be glad to receive your instructions as to the disposal of these tyres and wheels.… | ||
| Scan149 | Noise issues with Dunlop straight-sided tyres and proposing a resolution. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. from Hs. COPY. Hs4/LG29.10.20. RE DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. We attach herewith a letter from Mr. Northey ref:- PN25/DN/28.10.20. You will see that he does not agree to running with… | ||
| Scan150 | Requesting instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels. | ||
| View original record | R R 950 s (20 T) (S H 353. 24-9-20. G 2843) X4050 S. to W. Hs. Exp. Dept. Bk2/WI241120. re Dunlop Straight sided tyres. With reference to your HS3/LG29.10.20. we should be glad to receive your… | ||
| Scan151 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the development and testing of tyres on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | X405D By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO: EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION,… | ||
| Scan152 | Correspondence regarding experimental Dunlop Straight Side Tyres and arranging their return for a credit note. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285a (100 T) (S.G. 645, 19-2-20) G. 2618 Hs. from Wd. X. 4050 Wd3/NJ27.11.20. Re Dunlop Straight Side Tyres. Yours Hs/TMW1/LG25.11.20. We are now in receipt of a letter from the Dunlop Rubber… | ||
| Scan153 | Instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and the retention of wheels for further testing. | ||
| View original record | W/S. S.F.E X.4050 Hs/TMW5/LG27.11.20. Your ref:- Bk2/WL241120. In reply to your memo. reference above, we are able now to give you definite instructions as to the disposal of the Dunlop straight-sided… | ||
| Scan154 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on tyre mileage. | ||
| View original record | Hs/TMW5/LG. [Handwritten]: X 4050 [Handwritten, crossed out]: E.F.C. 30th.Nov.1920. Mesrs. the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Please find… | ||
| Scan155 | Log of tests performed on Dunlop straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. Pressures 70 lbs. rear. 65 lbs. front. Stamp: RECEIVED Top Right Reference: R.R.23A.100(T&S H 18).B-8-20.C 250 Table Data: Row 1: Date: 16.11.20 Tyres fitted: FD.… | ||
| Scan156 | Log of tyre mileage and vehicle journeys. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on Car. | Total mileage. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. | | | F. | R. | | 25.11.20 | FD.5102 | N front | 785 | | 14 | Local run. | | FD.5117 | O… | ||
| Scan157 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd arranging to send a car for tyre selection trials. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 R.F.C. Hs/TMW1/LG. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. RECEIVED DEC 7 7th. Dec.1920. Dear Sirs, X-4030 For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. As arranged on the telephone, we… | ||
| Scan158 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd concerning the testing of Straight Side Tyres for noise. | ||
| View original record | By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nos. (6 LINES): ERDINGTON 261 TO 266. STATION: CASTLE… | ||
| Scan159 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the replacement of tyres with a modified pattern. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. car back again when we would remove the existing tyres and fit you up with a complete set of a modified pattern. We wish to thank you for the assistance you have been good enough to render us… | ||
| Scan160 | Tool for dismantling the flange on wheels with straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 525s (100 T) (S.H. 89, 22-7-20) G 2769 X.4060 BY8/H. 14. 12. 20. RECEIVED DEC 14 1920 Mr.Warwick. Exp.Dept. RE TOOL FOR DISMANTLING FLANGE ON WHEELS CARRYING STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. Referring to… | ||
| Scan161 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the testing of their straight-sided tyres and the effects on noise. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 so.F.e EFC DEC 20 1920 RECEIVED. Hs/TMWL/LG18.12.20. 18th. Dec.1920 Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. We understand that you… | ||
| Scan162 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a serious tyre wear issue caused by pebbles and flint getting stuck in the V-slots. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 R.F.C. Hs/TMW/LG. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham 20th. Dec. 1920. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Further to our letter Hs/TMWl/LG of the 18th. inst. These… | ||
| Scan163 | Letter from Dunlop regarding special tyres for an experimental car, discussing mould modifications and delivery. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD. FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. RECEIVED STAMP: Hs DEC 20 1920 RECEIVED TELEGRAMS: "COVERS.BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO: EAST 920 (11… | ||
| Scan164 | Experimental modifications to a car being loaned for the Christmas holidays. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 To EP. from Hs/TMW. EXPERIMENTAL CAR FOR HOLIDAYS. With reference to your application for an Expl: Car for Christmas Holidays. We are handing 3.EX over to you. X.4050 This Car has recently been… | ||
| Scan165 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd discussing modifications to tyre tread patterns to prevent them from picking up grit and stone. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: 'COVERS, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE No. EAST 920 (11 Lines) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION,… | ||
| Scan166 | Continuation sheet of a letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning a properly moulded pattern. | ||
| View original record | A121 D. R. Co. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 1 21st December 19 20 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., no trouble arising from this particular cause when we have the pattern properly moulded. Yours faithfully,… | ||
| Scan167 | Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres fitted to an experimental car, assessing ride comfort and noise levels. | ||
| View original record | X.4050. Extracts from EP15/F29.12.20. 29.12.20. X.3473 X.4050 X.2474 .X.4305 RE EXPERIMENTAL CAR 2.EX. ------- Dunlop straight-sided tyres. These gave no trouble, but felt rather hard when riding over… | ||
| Scan168 | Letter from Dunlop seeking feedback on the noiselessness of new 33 x 5 tyres being tested on an Experimental Car. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE No EAST 920 (11 Lines) A.B.C. CODE. 5TH. EDITION.… | ||
| Scan169 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre test results and noise levels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (250T) (SD676 19-7-17) MP 180865 L.4050 Hs/TMW5/LG. 4th. Jan.1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. We beg to… | ||
| Scan170 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on the tyre mileage of experimental Arrow Tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | X-4050 E.F.C. Hs/TMB/LG. 14th. Jan 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Please find attached report of Tyre mileage of the… | ||
| Scan171 | Test report logging mileage and performance of Dunlop straight-sided tyres with the latest type arrow tread. | ||
| View original record | 14.1.21. TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES (latest type arrow tread) Tyre pressures - Rear 75 lbs. Front 60 lbs. | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on Car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. |… | ||
| Scan172 | Vehicle mileage and tyre performance log from December 1920 to January 1921. | ||
| View original record | -2- Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 20.12.20 | FD.D.5256, FD.D.5257, FD.D.5206, FD.D.5234 | N.front, O front, N rear, O rear |… | ||
| Scan173 | Log sheet tracking tyre mileage, position, and performance over various dates and routes. | ||
| View original record | -3- Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on Car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 3.1.21 | FD.D.5256 | N front | 296 | 14 | Local | | FD.D.5257 | O front | 296 | | | |… | ||
| Scan174 | To Mr. Warwick about arranging a date for testing straight-sided tyres with the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 Mr. Warwick. Expl: Dept: Wd/AW3/W19.1.21. For your information we send you herewith a copy of a letter received from the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Birmingham, which refers to carrying out the… | ||
| Scan175 | To the Experimental Department about arranging a date with Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. for testing Straight Sided Tyres. | ||
| View original record | R R. 286a (100 T. : S.H. 89. 22-7-20) G. 2729 X.4050 Mr. Warwick Experimental Dept. Wd/AW3/W19121. 19th Jan.1921. For your information we send you herewith a copy of a letter received from the Dunlop… | ||
| Scan176 | Copy of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. regarding further tests on Straight Sided Tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (250T) (SD676 19-7-17) MP 18086s X4050 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD. ASTON CROSS, BIRMINGHAM. Development Supt. P/H. 14th Jan. 1921. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| Scan177 | Comparing the price of Goodyear or Goodrich tyres in the USA with the price of tyres in the UK, requesting the cost for Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To C. from Hs. r.f.c. X.4050. X.4054 [crossed out] RE. TYRES. Hs2/LGS.2.21. Whilst I was in the U.S.A. I found that our R-R Company there were buying Goodyear or Goodrich straight-sided tyres at… | ||
| Scan178 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. providing feedback on the noise levels of a new set of test tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.4080 Hsl/LG. [STAMP: RECEIVED EFC FEB 10] [HANDWRITTEN: EFC] 10th. Feb. 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention Mr. W.Bond. With reference to… | ||
| Scan179 | Mileage test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording daily routes, speeds, and road conditions. | ||
| View original record | TESTS CARRIED OUT ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED-TYRES Pressures - 75 lbs. rear. 60 lbs. front. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks.… | ||
| Scan180 | Log sheet detailing daily tyre testing results including mileage, routes, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | Top of page: )2( Table Headers: Date., Tyres fitted., Position on car., Total mileage. F. R., Daily miles., Route taken., Remarks. Row 1: Date: 18.12.21. Tyres fitted: FD.D.5256, FD.D.5257, FD.D.5206,… | ||
| Scan181 | Log sheet detailing tyre fitment, position, and mileage over several days. | ||
| View original record | Header: -3- Table Columns: Date, Tyres fitted, Position on Car, Total miles, Daily miles, Route taken, Remarks. Sub-columns under 'Total miles': F, R Row 1: Date: 28.1.21 Tyres fitted: FD.D.5256,… | ||
| Scan182 | Letter from Dunlop regarding the noise performance of Straight Side Tyres and a proposal for new moulded tyres for testing. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO.: EAST 920 (11 LINES). CODES: WESTERN UNION, 5… | ||
| Scan183 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a report on the mileage of experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 HS2/LG. JAS 21st. Feb. 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Please find attached report of tyre mileage on the latest set… | ||
| Scan184 | Log detailing mileage and performance of a set of Dunlop experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | TYRE MILEAGE OF LATEST SET OF DUNLOP EXPERIMENTAL TYRES Table Columns: Tyres Date, Tyres fitted, Position on car, Total miles F., Total miles R., Daily miles, Route taken, Remarks. Row 1: Tyres Date:… | ||
| Scan185 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an attached tyre mileage report. | ||
| View original record | Hs1/LG23.3.21 X.4050 23rd. Mar. 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Please find attached the usual report of tyre mileage -… | ||
| Scan186 | Experimental test log for Dunlop tyres, detailing mileage and performance remarks over several days. | ||
| View original record | TEST ON DUNLOP TYRES. (EXPERIMENTAL) Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 14.2.21. Tyres fitted & Position: WGD.4261 O front… | ||
| Scan187 | Log of daily tyre mileage, routes taken, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | Contd:- -2- Date. Tyres fitted. Position on car. Total mileage. F. R. Daily miles. Route taken. Remarks. 19.3.21 20.3.21 WGD.4261 O front 750 WGD.4088 N front 750 WGD.4257 O rear 750 WGD.4998 N rear… | ||
| Scan188 | Dispatch of wire wheels from The Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co Ltd. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 248 x 4050 Hs. Wd/AW7/W4421. 4th April.1921. The Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co Ltd., despatched to us on the 1st inst., as per their advice note 7575, 6 - 32" x 4½"… | ||
| Scan189 | Acceptable gap for the loose flange on Dunlop wheels for straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | N.R. 253a (50) T: S H. 985. 19-1-21: G 3036 X406D Ans. from BY. c. to EP. BY6/P5.4.21. X.3458 X.4050 X.3726 FRONT AXLE - REAR HUB & BRAKE. RE DUNLOP WHEELS SUITABLE FOR STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. With… | ||
| Scan190 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report for experimental straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 HS4/LG13.4.21. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sir, X 4050. For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Attached please find the usual mileage report of the latest set of… | ||
| Scan191 | Fortnightly report on the performance test of Dunlop straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | TEST ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. FORTNIGHT ENDING 9TH APRIL. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total mileage. F. R. | Daily Miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 22.3.21 WGD.4261 O front 814… | ||
| Scan192 | Log sheet detailing tyre testing, mileage, routes, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | -2- Date. Tyres fitted. Position on car. Total miles. F. R. Daily miles Route taken. Remarks. 6.4.21 WGD.4261 WGD.4088 WGD.4257 WGD.4998 O front N front O rear N rear 1400 1400 1400 1400 27 Local test… | ||
| Scan193 | The inspection and potential adoption of a new Dunlop Magnum Treaded tyre. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hn21/DP26.4.21. re Dunlop Tyres. ---------------- The Dunlop Rubber Company recently produced for our inspection a new Magnum Treaded 895 x 135 tyre with a cord casing which they have recently… | ||
| Scan194 | Performance and testing of straight-sided Dunlop cord tyres. | ||
| View original record | W/S C. from Hs. x4050 Hs3/LG28.4.21. RE. DUNLOP CORD TYRES - STRAIGHT-SIDED. Referring to your Hn21/DP26.4.21. We are testing straight-sided cord tyres. We have not had any experience with the Magnum… | ||
| Scan195 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report for experimental tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs/LG. 3.5.21 3rd. May. 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Please find attached our mileage report (for three weeks… | ||
| Scan196 | Test log for experimental Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage and performance. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES (EXPERIMENTAL) | Date. | Tires fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles. F. | Total miles. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. |… | ||
| Scan197 | Daily mileage and tyre performance log for a car. | ||
| View original record | -2- Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route taken. | Remarks. 19.4.21 | WGD.4088 WGD.4261 WGD.4998 WGD.4257 | O front N front O rear N rear | 2261 2261 |… | ||
| Scan198 | Log sheet recording daily mileage, tyre positions, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Date: 29.4.21 Tyres fitted: WGD.4088, WGD.4261, WGD.4998, WGD.4257 Position on car: O front, N front, O rear, N rear Total miles F: 2613, 2613 Total miles R: 2613, 2613 Daily miles: 13 Route:… | ||
| Scan199 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd inviting a test of their Straight Side Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO.: EAST 920 (11 LINES). CODES: WESTERN UNION, 5… | ||
| Scan200 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the availability of a test car fitted with their straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 536A (100 T) (S.H. 768. 15-12-20) G. 2947 X.4050 Hsl/LG. 7th. May. 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W. Bond. Re. Test Car on… | ||
| Scan201 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd arranging a meeting for a test car on Dunlop Straight Side Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X405D. By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO.: EAST 920 (11 Lines). CODES: WESTERN UNION, 5… | ||
| Scan202 | Letter from Dunlop regarding experimental tyre noise and subsequent alterations for further testing. | ||
| View original record | X.4050. By Appointment To H.M. The King. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO.: EAST 920 (11 LINES). CODES: WESTERN UNION, 5… | ||
| Scan203 | Advantages and potential adoption of Dunlop's straight side tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.E. 950a. (20 T) (S.H. 326. 31-1-21). Bm. 2/6/15. X4050 S/W, RECEIVED 1 JUN 1921 RE:- STRAIGHT SIDE TYRES. We have been approached by The Dunlop Company, with a view to our adopting straight side… | ||
| Scan204 | Conversation and agreement with the Dunlop Rubber Co. to test their straight-side tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 585A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 Hs. from Wd. c. to D/PP. c. to D/Chat. c. to D/Arm. c. to OO/Dn. [STAMPED: RECEIVED] X4050 Wd1/NJ.3.6.21. Dunlop Straight-side Tyres. Following the… | ||
| Scan205 | Seeking clarification on the standardisation of wire wheels with removable flanges for straight-side tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 215c (re T.) (S.H. 988. 22/2/21.) Bm. 598578. Hs. from Wd. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to SH. c. to Ms. X4050 [Stamp: RECEIVED HS 1921] Wd7/NJ3.6.21. Dunlop Straight-Side Tyres. I confirm mine… | ||
| Scan206 | Visit to the Dunlop Rubber Co regarding the commercial supply and experimental testing of straight-side tyres. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. ----- C. (Sales) from Wd. Wd12/NJ1.6.21. Dunlop Straight-side Tyres. Yesterday I had occasion to visit the Dunlop Rubber Co's Head Office at Aston Cross, Birmingham. While there Mr Blake the… | ||
| Scan207 | Potential adoption of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and the necessary testing required beforehand. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S/W. ---- Bs4/CM3.6.21. dictated 2.6.21. ---- RE:- DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. -------------------------------- Wd12/NJ1.6.21. - The Dunlop Company have also approached us with regard to our… | ||
| Scan208 | Declining an offer for Englebert tyres, citing sufficient stock and an upcoming standardisation to straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 R R. 935B (100 T) S.H. T98/10-12-20 | G. 1918 To Co. from Hs. c. to Wor. Hsl/LG11.6.21. X4376 X4050 RE. ENGLEBERT TYRES. With reference to Mr. Muhlenkampf's offer for tyres at 45% discount. At… | ||
| Scan209 | Availability and performance of straight-sided tyres, comparing cord construction with woven fabric. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 884. (100 T) R.H. 798. 10-12-20. G 2947 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. X4050 STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. The Dunlop Company are now in a position to supply… | ||
| Scan210 | Comparison of mileage and performance between cord and woven fabric tyres. | ||
| View original record | contd. -2- Hs6/LG20.6.21. ----------- tread has hardly worn at all. The average mileage we have obtained with the new Dunlop cord straight-sided tyres is 4100 miles on the rear wheels. The best… | ||
| Scan211 | Tyre pressures for cars of varying weights, and a recommendation to standardise straight-sided cord construction tyres, listing their advantages. | ||
| View original record | contd. -3- Hs6/LG20.6.21. dances about on the road, the wheels are flung clear and when they come in contact the tread is scrubbed off. On cars weighing 40 to 45 cwts. we have run with 55 lbs.… | ||
| Scan212 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the standardization of wheels and collective experience with straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 X4050 X3895 Hs7/LG. 20th. June 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull. We are about to standardise the Dunlop Wheels with the… | ||
| Scan213 | Tyre pressures, comparing woven and cord fabric tyres and recommending pressures based on vehicle weight. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- HS7/LG20.6.21. If it was necessary to run these tyres at 80 lbs. we should say that it was absolutely impossible to use them on Rolls-Royce Cars. We have carried out tests and have proved… | ||
| Scan214 | Cover note attaching a report on straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 C/Bs. from Hs. Hs9/LG20.6.21. X 4050 STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. For your information we attach herewith copy of our report on the above ref. Hs6/LG20.6.21. Hs. | ||
| Scan215 | Requesting cost details for a standardisation sheet on straight-sided tyres with cord fabric. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To D/Rd. from Hs/LG. Hs/LG21.6.21. X.4050 - STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES WITH CORD FABRIC. Please find attached two copies of standardisation sheet for he above. Will you please fill in the costs and… | ||
| Scan216 | Performance, running costs, and issues with straight-sided cord tyres in post-war conditions. | ||
| View original record | To CJ. from R. c. to SA. c. to EAG. c. to HS. c. to R.R.Inc. for attention of OY. X4050 R10/G22.6.21. X.4261 X.4262 X.4050 - RE STRAIGHT-SIDED CORD TYRES. Regarding post-war complaints about cars, it… | ||
| Scan217 | Suspension design, comparing spring types and the need for increased damping due to new tyre technology, specifically for the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- RIO/G22.6.21. than any other cars of equal weight carrying capacity. The springing is more frictionless than usual, and this new universal adoption of tyres of cord construction calls for… | ||
| Scan218 | Adoption of straight-sided cord tyres, their performance, and use on the 'Goshawk' model. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from R. c.c. to CJ. c. to BJ. c. to C. c. to PN. c. to Hs. c. to Da. c. to R.R. Inc. for attention of CY. X4050 X.4050 X.3056. RE STRAIGHT SIDED CORD TYRES. I am very pleased to see from Mr.… | ||
| Scan219 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding Straight Side Tyres and Inflation Pressures. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H. M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE No EAST 920 (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE, 5TH. EDITION.… | ||
| Scan220 | Cover letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a mileage report for the attention of Mr. W. Bond. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs2/LG1.7.21. 1st. July 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W.Bond. Please find attached mileage report for four weeks ending… | ||
| Scan221 | Test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking daily and total mileage. | ||
| View original record | TESTS ON DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. 25.6.21. Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles. F. R. | Daily miles. | Route. | Remarks. 2.5.21 £ £ Tyres fitted: WGD.4088, WGD.4261, WGD.4998,… | ||
| Scan222 | Daily log of vehicle testing, detailing tyre configurations, mileage, routes, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | Date. Tyres fitted. Position on car. Total miles. F. R Daily miles. Route. Remarks. 10.5.21 WGD.4088 WGD.4261 WGD.4998 WGD.4257 O front N front O rear N rear 3201 3201 3201 3201 18 Local. 11.5.21… | ||
| Scan223 | Log sheet detailing tyre performance, mileage, and condition over several test runs. | ||
| View original record | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position on car. | Total miles. | Daily miles. | Route. | Remarks. | | | F. | R. | 21.5.21 22.5.21 | WGD.4088 WGD.4261 WGD.4998 WGD.4257 | O front N front O rear N rear | 4081… | ||
| Scan224 | Log sheet detailing daily tyre usage, mileage, routes, and performance remarks. | ||
| View original record | Date. | Tyres fitted. | Position On car. | Total miles. | Daily miles. | Route. | Remarks. | | | F | R | 1.6.21 | WGD.4088 | O. front | 4810 | | 347 | Derby to London and back. | Average speed 25… | ||
| Scan225 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd requesting the return of finished tyre covers for examination. | ||
| View original record | x4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King [Stamp: RECEIVED 7 JUL 1921] DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nos. (6 Lines): ERDINGTON… | ||
| Scan226 | The standardization of Dunlop wheels with demountable rims and the availability of various tyre types. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 225A (100 T) (S H. 708. 10-19-20) G. 2947 BJ. from Hs. X.4050 X.3725 X4050 HS3/LG6.7.21. DUNLOP WHEELS FITTED WITH DEMOUNTABLE RIMS With reference to your BJ6/H5.7.21. The following are our… | ||
| Scan227 | Justification for the change to demountable rims and straight-sided tyres, citing it as an industry-wide improvement. | ||
| View original record | contd. -2- Hs3/LC6.7.21. ********** We have heard of no definite complaints although, like all other mechanical contrivances, there has been certain faults develop at times which have had to be… | ||
| Scan228 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding a delayed response due to staff absence and ongoing tests. | ||
| View original record | X4050 E.D RECEIVED By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "COVERS. BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE No. EAST 920. (11 LINES) A.B.C. CODE. 5TH… | ||
| Scan229 | Request for cost information regarding the standardisation sheet for straight-sided tyres with cord fabric. | ||
| View original record | D/Rd. from Hs. X4050 Hs5/LG12.7.21. X.4050 - STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES WITH CORD FABRIC Referring to the standardisation sheet for the above, we are still waiting for information as regards the cost. We… | ||
| Scan230 | Follow-up letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding a previous request for tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 HS/ By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: 'DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM.' TELEPHONE Nos. (6 Lines): ERDINGTON 261 TO 266. STATION:… | ||
| Scan231 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the adoption of Straight Side tyres for the 1922 season. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235c (ro T.)(S.H. 988. 22/2/21.) Bm. 59878. X4050 F.R. C.(Sales)from Wd. c.to Hs. c.to By. FC 19 JUL Wd2/NJ19.7.21. RECEIVED Dunlop Straight Side Tyres. Referring to my note Wd12/NJ1.6.21 to… | ||
| Scan232 | The standardisation and global availability of Dunlop straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To Wd. from Hs. c. to EY. c. to C. Hs6/LG19.7.21. X4050 DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. We have issued standardisation sheets for the above tyres. Most of these standardisation sheets have not been… | ||
| Scan233 | Seeking confirmation on the suitability and testing of demountable rims for straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten at top left] To Hs. from BJ. BJ27/H19.7.21. X4050 [crossed out] x3725 [crossed out] [Handwritten at top center] X4050 [Stamped at top right] [Circular stamp reading 'TO 1921' with a hand… | ||
| Scan234 | Covering letter for a standardisation sheet on straight-sided tyres with cord fabric. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Hs. X4050 Hs/LG20.7.21. X.4050 - STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES WITH CORD FABRIC. Please find attached copy of standardisation sheet for the above. Will you kindly remark upon, sign and return at your… | ||
| Scan235 | Standardisation of demountable rims for straight-sided tyres, comparing American-made wheels with those made by Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | BJ. from Hs. X4050 X3725 X4050 Hs2/LG20.7.21. DEMOUNTABLE RIMS FOR STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. The demountable rims we have recommended for standard are identical in design to those which have been running… | ||
| Scan236 | Attaching a standardisation sheet for straight-sided tyres with cord fabric. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. and BJ. X4050 Hs/LG20.7.21. X.4050 - Straight-sided tyres with cord fabric. Attached herewith is copy of standardisation sheet for the above. Will you kindly remark upon, sign… | ||
| Scan237 | Dunlop Straight Side Tyres and an accompanying booklet. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 288a (100 T) (S.H. 798.10-12-20) G. 2948 Hs. from Wd. C to R X4050 RECEIVED FC 21 JUL Wd4/NJ21.7.21. Dunlop Straight Side Tyres. Further to mine Wd2/XJ19.7.21, I send you herewith copy of the… | ||
| Scan238 | Return of two Dunlop covers loaned for testing. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 To EP. from Hs. c. to Mr. Chatwin(Stores) Hs/LG21.7.21 We are sending into the Stores - 2 Dunlop Covers to be returned to Messrs. Dunlop. These have been loaned to us for test and are the… | ||
| Scan239 | Introduction of straight-sided tyres and Dunlop wheels with Goodyear rims, referencing a sales conference decision. | ||
| View original record | X4050 1 To Hs. from B.J.) Copies to OJ. [STAMP: RECEIVED AUG 1921] BJ8/H28.7.21. X.4050. Straight-sided Tyres with Cord fabric. X.3725. Dunlop Wheels fitted with Goodyear Demountable Rim. X.4050. We… | ||
| Scan240 | Standardisation report for straight-sided tyres with cord fabric on chassis. | ||
| View original record | R R 766 (S H) (S H 788, 20-9-20) G 8564 X4050 COMPLETED 6.8.21. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 20.6.21. X No.40/50 Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. Straight-sided tyres with cord… | ||
| Scan241 | Cost difference between Beaded Type and Straightsided Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To Hs. from Rd. Rd/N1/139A/M.8.8.21. Referring to Standardisation Sheet X No. 4050 - Straightsided Tyres with Cord Fabric. We have had a further communication from Sales which states that there… | ||
| Scan242 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd chasing a delivery of finished covers. | ||
| View original record | X4050 By Appointment To H.M. The King DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE Nos. (6 Lines): ERDINGTON 261 to 266. STATION: CASTLE… | ||
| Scan243 | Letter to Dunlop Ltd. regarding a delay in the dispatch of finished Covers due to a works holiday. | ||
| View original record | X4050 HS/LG. 18th. Aug. 1921. Messrs. Dunlop Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A.W.T.Hyde. Referring to your letter of the 15th.inst. re finished Covers… | ||
| Scan244 | Communication regarding a Dunlop Rim with a removable flange for a straight side tyre, quoting a letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Wd/NJ22.9.21. RECEIVED X4050 Dunlop Rim with removable flange for Straight Side Tyre. Referring to the remarks in yours EyS/PS. 21 and EP's note EP6/H5.9.21, we are now in receipt of a letter… | ||
| Scan245 | Circulating a letter and booklet from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. about their pneumatic motor tyres for 1921-1922. | ||
| View original record | R. R. 2362 (100T) (S.H. 798.10-12-20) G. 2948 X4050 R. from Wd. [Struck through] c. to CJ.(for C.) [Struck through] c. to Py. [Struck through] c. to Hs. [Struck through] c. to H [Struck through] c. to… | ||
| Scan246 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. detailing the features of their Straight Side Pneumatic Motor Tyres and enclosing a 1922 tyre booklet. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD. ASTON CROSS, BIRMINGHAM. 30th September 1921. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Osmaston Road, Derby. Dear Sirs, DUNLOP PNEUMATIC… | ||
| Scan247 | Bulletin detailing various Dunlop tyre types, sizes, and recommendations for the 1922 season. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - In conjunction with the Dunlop Straight Side Rim, which has a removable flange, it enables you to offer the most up-to-date equipment, as with detachable wheel embodying this type of Rim the Car… | ||
| Scan248 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. detailing the transition from non-standard to British Standard light car tyre sizes for the 1922 season. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - In the matter of Light Car Tyres, the following have been the principal sizes in use, and against these we give the nearest equivalent British Standard sizes:- If present equipment For future… | ||
| Scan249 | Internal memorandum regarding the standardisation of straight-sided tyres and wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | W/S (C) c. Wd. c. Hs. x4050 118 JAN 1922 P4-P13.1.22. RECEIVED RE STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES With reference to C7/C12122, we have wired you as follows, confirming the fact that we consider straight sided… | ||
| Scan250 | Extract from a Sales Conference asking the Works about the size difference between straight-sided and beaded-edged tyres. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X4050 C4/C25.1.22 Straight-sided Tyres. X4050 X4299 The following is extract from the Minutes of the last Sales Conference:- "It was decided to ask the Works how much bigger a straight-sided… | ||
| Scan251 | Comparing the diameters of Dunlop straight-sided and beaded tyres and the negligible effect on the gear ratio. | ||
| View original record | X4050 C. from Hs. c. to BY. c. to EP. Hs2/LG27.1.22. DUNLOP STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. X4050 X4299 At your request we have measured the difference in diameter between a 895 X 130 Dunlop cord beaded tyre… | ||
| Scan252 | Urgent request for two 33 X 5 Dunlop straight sided tyre covers for a car going to France. | ||
| View original record | Wd/Ms. from Hs. X 405D GExCar Hs4/LG13.2.22. We require - 2 33 X 5 Dunlop straight sided Covers. We must have these by 3 P.M. Tuesday. These are required for the above car which leaves here early… | ||
| Scan253 | Request from Dunlop for performance data on their test tyres. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 288a (100 T) (S.H. 728, 10-12-20) G. 2945 Hs. from Wd. c. to EP c. to By. [STAMP: RECEIVED MAR 10 HS 1922] [Handwritten: X4050] Wd1/NJ10.3.22. Dunlop Tyres. We are in receipt of a letter from the… | ||
| Scan254 | Attaching a list of Dunlop Test tyres and their mileage. | ||
| View original record | Y4050 Wd. from Hs/TMW. Hs2/TMW/20.3.22. MADE AT CROXLEY DUNLOP TYRES. We attach list of Dunlop Test tyres and their mileage as requested in your Wd1/NJ10.3.22. Hs/TMW. | ||
| Scan255 | Log of mileage and condition for Dunlop test tyres on a test car. | ||
| View original record | MILEAGE OF DUNLOP TEST TYRES Tyre No. Miles. Condition. Total miles. 4088 WGD. 4979 front Burst 6358 1379 rear. 4261 WGD. 4979 front Burst 6260 1281 rear 12386 WGL 4502 rear worn 4502 12408 WGL 4502 "… | ||
| Scan256 | Potential fitting issues with straight-sided Dunlop cord tyres and rims. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] X4050 W/S. To H. from EP. c. to Hy. c. to Py. c. to Hs. EP3/T25.4.22. RE STRAIGHT-SIDED DUNLOP CORD TYRES AND RIMS. [Handwritten] X4050 / X We thank you for yours H2/TB/24.4.22. We have… | ||
| Scan257 | Puncture experience with straight-sided Dunlop Cord Tyres & Rims, and the need for further investigation. | ||
| View original record | X4050 H2/TB/26.4.22. To BJ. from H. Copies to - Sy. Hs. Re- Straight-sided Dunlop Cord Tires & Rims. With reference to my experience of a puncture of these tires and rims, discussed yesterday at the… | ||
| Scan258 | Puncture experience with straight-sided Dunlop Cord tires and rims. | ||
| View original record | X4050 H4/TB/26.4.22 a/w M. copy to BJ. " By. " Hs. Re:- Straight-sided Dunlop Cord Tires & Rims. We have to thank you for your EP3/T25.4.22. We should have been interested to have read your experience… | ||
| Scan259 | Letter concerning a defective Dunlop tire, wheel, and flange on vehicle 107-MG, following a puncture incident near Paris. | ||
| View original record | H3/T3/26.4.22 Paris Hs. [crossed out] Re:- Defective Tire, Wheel and Flange on "107-MG". You will remember that on Easter Day I asked you to set aside the Dunlop wheel, flange and tire which had… | ||
| Scan260 | Puncture experience with straight-sided Dunlop cord tires and rims, proposing further investigation and testing. | ||
| View original record | X4050 H2/TB/26.4.22. To Bl. from H. Copies to - EP. By. Hs. Re- Straight-sided Dunlop Cord Tires & Rims. With reference to my experience of a puncture of these tires and rims, discussed yesterday at… | ||
| Scan261 | Letter to Mr. Belnap of Rolls-Royce of America, requesting experience on the use of straight-sided Dunlop cord tyres and rims in America. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 Copies to:- H: BT: Hs. HS RECEIVED STAMP: APR 28 1922 BJ/H27422 27th April, 1922. Dear Mr. Belnap, I attach copy of correspondence which has taken place between one of our Engineer Inspectors,… | ||
| Scan262 | The performance and safety of straight-sided Dunlop cord tyres and rims compared to other types. | ||
| View original record | BJ, from Hs. c. to H. c. to BY. c. to EP. X4050 Hsl/LG28.4.22. STRAIGHT-SIDED DUNLOP CORD TYRES AND RIMS. X4050 X3602 We attach extract from our original report ref. Hsl/LG19.5.20 regarding the… | ||
| Scan263 | Safety test comparison of Stanwell, Goodyear, and Firestone demountable rims and straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Extract from Hs1/LG19.5.20. RE. DEMOUNTABLE RIMS AND STRAIGHT SIDED TYRES. Extract:- ---------- Safety. We have carried out tests on the road with these three rims by fitting on a cover with a… | ||
| Scan264 | Standardising wheels with Goodyear rims for English and American chassis. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- Goodyear rim is also an advantage because the Dunlop people in England have adopted the Goodyear rim and are laying down a plant to make their wheels with these rims over here. It would be… | ||
| Scan265 | Complaint about a faulty Dunlop tyre on a Delage car and a request for a replacement. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Da. X4080 Dal/M22.5.22. DELAGE TYRES. X.3525. YU4052 One of the tyres on the Delage has gone very badly, and I have sent it to the Dunlop people with a complaint as it should not have… | ||
| Scan266 | Acknowledging receipt of an 880 X 120 mm cover and awaiting an update from Dunlop regarding another. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Da. X.4050 Dal/M30.5.22. Thank you very much for sending the 880 X 120 mm. cover which arrived on Friday last, and which is quite alright. I have not yet heard from the Dunlop people as to… | ||
| Scan267 | Comparing the performance of Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop detachable wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to Ds. E. c. to SY. Hs. c. to Sp. Hy. X4050 R7/M2. 6. 22. X.3525 X.3599 X.4050 X.421. RE. RUDGE WHITWORTH & DUNLOP WIRE WHEELS. In light of recent experience we find… | ||
| Scan268 | Complaint and replacement offer for a Dunlop tyre cover for a Delage car. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Da. X.4050. Da3/M8.6.22. With reference to the 880 X 120 Dunlop Magnum Cover for the Delage which was returned to Dunlop's with a complaint we have heard from them saying that they will let… | ||
| Scan269 | Offer for Dunlop Magnum canvas covers and the decision to only purchase cord fabric tyres. | ||
| View original record | DA. from Hs. V4050 Hs2/LG9.6.22. RE. DUNLOP MAGNUM COVER. X 4050 X 3525 We should imagine the Dunlop cover offered at 65% of the list price is the Dunlop Magnum canvas cover. We should anticipate that… | ||
| Scan270 | The possibility of fitting a locking arrangement to straight side Dunlop rims and commenting on the slow sales of straight side tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs. e. to By. Roy9/W12. 6. 22 Following our recent conversation on the possibility of fitting a definite locking arrangement to straight side Dunlop rims, attached is copy of communication from… | ||
| Scan271 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. to Rolls-Royce Ltd. concerning a locking device for straight-sided rims. | ||
| View original record | COPY. DUNLOP RUBBER CO. LTD., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Ref: Development Supt. 10th. June, 1922. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, STRAIGHT SIDED RIMS. -----------… | ||
| Scan272 | The stock and ordering of second-hand Dunlop tyres for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | Hs. ✓ c.c. to Hm. X4050 EP/Thn7/019.7.22. dict.18.7.22. Re. Second-hand Dunlop Tyres at Sales Department. S. have 58 - 895 x 135 Dunlop Magnum Canvas Covers, and 4 - 895 x 150 ditto, and 11 tubes. BJ.… | ||
| Scan273 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding a sample operating tool for straight side rims being sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | X4050 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PNEUMATIC, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE NO. MIDLAND 3000. BY APPOINTMENT DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. REGISTERED OFFICES: DUNLOP HOUSE, 1, ALBANY… | ||
| Scan274 | Redesigning an operating tool for straight-sided tyres, as the one supplied by Dunlop was incorrect. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. X4050 Hs6/LG24.7.22. OPERATING TOOL FOR STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. With reference to the tool which the Dunlop people have recently send in for operating the straight-sided rims. We consider… | ||
| Scan275 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd concerning issues with security bolts and valve plates on tyres. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE No.: ERDINGTON 261 (PTE. BR. EX.) EXTENSION............ BY APPOINTMENT. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. STATION: CASTLE… | ||
| Scan276 | Letter from D.R. Co., Ltd. concerning issues with tyre security bolts, pressure, and test results. | ||
| View original record | A121 D.R. CO., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 1. 26th July 1922. Dict. 25th. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. bolt, and the severe local stretching of the tube over the sharp edges does actually in some cases… | ||
| Scan277 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. advising against the use of security bolts with Cord Tyres. | ||
| View original record | A121 D.R. CO., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. 28th July. 1922. Dict. 25th. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. security bolts or bolt valve plates made no difference whatever to the extent of the movement, or to… | ||
| Scan278 | Arrangement with the Dunlop Co. for the supply of Straight Side Tyres on consignment for 40/50 Chassis. | ||
| View original record | By. Hs. F.P. [crossed out] Sp. [crossed out] Hr. [crossed out] Hs AUG 10 1922 Y4050 ROY5/FJ9-8-22. To popularise the use of Straight Side Tyres on 40/50 Rolls Chassis, please note arrangements have… | ||
| Scan279 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the stocking of Straight Side Tyres for renewals. | ||
| View original record | COPY Sales Manager, Pneumatic Tyres. HEH/WM.2.913. 1st August, 1922. Dear Sirs, DUNLOP STRAIGHT SIDE TYRE EQUIPMENT. In pursuance of the plans of Messrs.Rolls-Royce Limited for the equipment of the… | ||
| Scan280 | Recommendation by Dunlop and Michelin to abandon the use of security bolts for tyres, especially cord tyres. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. X4050 Hs3/LG10. 8.22. SECURITY BOLTS FOR TYRES. X4050 The Dunlop Co. have now followed the lead of the Michelin Co. and are fitting no… | ||
| Scan281 | Recommending the discontinuation of security bolts on cord tyres based on testing and discussions with Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- when they have had security bolts fitted. They have communicated with the Dunlop people who have proved that the reason the tyres were coming off was because the tubes were being chafed by… | ||
| Scan282 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding security bolts and valve plates on cord tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. 26th. July 1922. dictated 25th. Service Manager WB.GG.24.267. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, For the… | ||
| Scan283 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre tests and recommendations on security bolts. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- which we are prepared to take the fullest responsibility, are contained on pages 23 and 24 of the enclosed booklet "Dunlop Tyres 1921/22", and also on page 15 of the booklet - "The care of… | ||
| Scan284 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding safety issues with demountable tyre rings coming off wheels on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X4050 HS4/LG. 10th. Aug. 1922. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull. We have had two cases with our experimental cars running in France… | ||
| Scan285 | Letter discussing failures with straight-sided tyres and demountable rims, requesting a test to reject faulty wheels. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- tyre as the lesser of the evils. In the case of one of our cars running in France, they were only carrying one spare wheel and were on the way from Boulogne to Biarritz. It was not… | ||
| Scan286 | Complaint regarding a retaining rim that disappeared from the wheel after a rear tyre failure. | ||
| View original record | COMPLAINT I would explain I was running at about 35 m.p.h., when the near rear tyre either punctured or blew off. On stopping and examining the tyre I found the retaining rim had disappeared. I… | ||
| Scan287 | Complaint regarding a puncture and the fitting of tyres by Dunlop Co. on car 107-MG. | ||
| View original record | COMPLAINT. I did not perhaps make it sufficiently clear that all the tyres, including those on the 2 spare wheels on 107-MG, were fitted by the Dunlop Co. themselves, and as the puncture experienced… | ||
| Scan288 | Letter from Dunlop regarding issues with detachable flanges on straight side rims for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X4050 TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS BIRMINGHAM." BY APPOINTMENT. TELEPHONE NO ERDINGTON 261 (Pte. Br. Ex EXTENSION............ DUNLOP RUBBER Cº LṬP FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. STATION: CASTLE… | ||
| Scan289 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning a test for wheel rings and advising against a locking device. | ||
| View original record | A121 D. R. Co. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 1. 16th August 19 22 Messrs Rolls Royce, Ltd., it is possible for for us to devise some test on the lines you suggest which would show up any rings… | ||
| Scan290 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding demountable flanges coming off straight-sided rims when tyres deflate. | ||
| View original record | X4050 X3599 / X 4050 HE3/LG. 13th. Sept. 1922. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Col. Matthews. With reference to the complaint raised by us of… | ||
| Scan291 | Letter discussing issues with demountable wheel flanges and modifications to Dunlop wheels and straight-sided rims. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- to 40 m.p.h., the demountable flange opens out sufficient for it to come off. At the present time, we are being asked by our Sales Dept. what modification has been made to the Dunlop… | ||
| Scan292 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd acknowledging receipt of a complaint regarding straight side rims and flanges. | ||
| View original record | X4050 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PNEUMATIC, BIRMINGHAM." BY APPOINTMENT. TELEPHONE NO. MIDLAND 3000. DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. STAMP: RECEIVED Hs SEP 15 1922 REGISTERED… | ||
| Scan293 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting about straight side rims and flange grip. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PNEUMATIC, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE NO. MIDLAND 3000 BY APPOINTMENT. DUNLOP. RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. BROAD STREET CHAMBERS, EASY ROW,… | ||
| Scan294 | Agreement with Dunlop Rubber Co. to exchange wheels on the 'School Car' for a new set at no charge. | ||
| View original record | Hr. from Wd. c. to By. c. to Hs. X4050 Wd15/NJ22.9.22. School Car. This morning we had a visit from Col.Matthew, of the Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., and in the course of conversation with By. and Hs. it was… | ||
| Scan295 | Demountable straight-sided rims coming off when tyres deflate and the subsequent fix developed with Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. X4050 RES/LG30.9.22. STRAIGHT SIDED RIMS AND TYRES. X4050 There has been one or two cases in which when a straight-sided tyre has become… | ||
| Scan296 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the dispatch of straight side flanges for 32' x 4 1/2' rims. | ||
| View original record | X 4050 TELEGRAMS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE NO. ERDINGTON 261 (Pte. Bch. Ex.) EXTENSION....... BY APPOINTMENT DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD FOUNDERS OF THE PNEUMATIC TYRE INDUSTRY. RECEIVED STATION:… | ||
| Scan297 | Correct fitting direction for Dunlop tyres with traction tread and the resulting interchangeability issues. | ||
| View original record | X4050 c. to Hs. EP/Thn5/H10.10.22. re. DUNLOP TYRES WITH TRACTION TREAD. X4050 X990 We learn from our London people that Messrs. Dunlop are very keen that the Traction Tread tyres should be fitted so… | ||
| Scan298 | The impracticability of fitting Dunlop traction tread tyres in a specific direction. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To EP. from Hs. c. to Wd. c. to BY. Hs1/LG11.10.22. Hs DUNLOP TYRES WITH TRACTION TREAD. X970 X4050 In our original experiments with Dunlop tyres with this tread, the Dunlop people recommended… | ||
| Scan299 | The fitting direction of Dunlop Traction Tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 EF. c. Hs. c. Wd. H8 OCT 13 1922 RECEIVED BY2-P12.10.22. DUNLOP TYRES OF TRACTION TREAD. I am quite in agreement with Hsl/LG111022, and as a matter of fact the Dunlop Co, are also, generally… | ||
| Scan300 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the direction of rotation for straight side tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. FORT DUNLOP, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM. Ref. Service Manager. WB.FG.17.710. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. Oct.7.1922. For the attention of Mr Harvey Bailey. RE STRAIGHT… | ||
| Scan301 | From the Test Department regarding the stock of second-hand Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Test Dept. 44050 CEP16/014.12.22. Re. Second-Hand Dunlop Tyres at Sales Dept. Further to our EP/Tmn7/019.7.22 on the above subject. We have received a further reminder from S. to the effect… | ||
| Scan302 | Request to supply four Dunlop straight-sided covers, size 895 X 135. | ||
| View original record | Ms. from Hs. X4050 Hs2/LG5.4.23. Will you please supply us with :- X3035 X4050 4 Dunlop straight-sided Covers 895 X 135. We should like to know whether there is any stock of these covers here from… | ||
| Scan303 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. complaining about noise from their straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 HS2/LG. 31st. May 1923. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull. We find that the noise of the tread on some of the recent… | ||
| Scan304 | Letter to Dunlop requesting follow-up data on tyre tests regarding tractive resistance, braking, and balloon tyres. | ||
| View original record | Y4050 Hsl/Rn/LG. 17th. Aug. 1923. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull. You will recollect that about 2 months ago we came… | ||
| Scan305 | Print of an 'Almost Brand New' Dunlop Cord tyre tread pattern after 1500 miles. | ||
| View original record | 6 3/4" Outside. 1500 miles ALMOST BRAND NEW DUNLOP CORD. 45.lbs/[]" X4050 Sept. 1923 | ||
| Scan306 | Ink pad imprint of a Dunlop Cord front wheel tyre tread pattern after 1500 miles. | ||
| View original record | X4050 inside Pad of CHASSIS Front wheel Tyre. 45 lb/□ FRONT 1500 Miles ALMOST BRAND NEW DUNLOP CORD. outside Sept 1923 S.G./1923 | ||
| Scan307 | Breakdown of the weight of a standard Dunlop wheel and tyre assembly. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hives from GWH. X4050 21.8.23. X.4050 X.3725 Weight of present standard Dunlop Wheel and Tyre :- 33 X 5 Dunlop cover with band - 37 lbs. Tube. 5 lbs. 32 X 4 1/2 Dunlop Wire wheel - 43 lbs. Total -… | ||
| Scan308 | Letter from Dunlop regarding re-treaded tyre covers for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Telegraphic Address. 'DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM' Telephone No. CENTRAL 4108. Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, 1, ALBANY ST. LONDON, N.W.1. BY APPOINTMENT DUNLOP RUBBER CO LTD Founders of the… | ||
| Scan309 | Requesting tyres from Messrs. Dunlop to be sent to the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Dn. O.O. from Hs. X4050 Hsl/LG1.11.23. Referring to the last paragraph in letter attached from Messrs. Dunlop. We should be glad if you will kindly arrange to have these tyres sent over to the Expl:… | ||
| Scan310 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the re-treading of tyre covers for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | COPY. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. 31st. Oct. 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Hives. On your last visit you… | ||
| Scan311 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. returning a chafed inner tube and providing feedback on low-pressure tyre performance and wear. | ||
| View original record | H4050 x4050 / x4865 HS3/LG. 10th. Dec. 1923. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Macbeth. We are returning to you one of the Inner… | ||
| Scan312 | Continuation page of a letter regarding the return of borrowed 40/50 wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- We should be pleased to hear from you when we might expect the set of 40/50 wheels and tyres also when you will be able to return to us the set of wheels you borrowed. We do not know… | ||
| Scan313 | Stocking of straight-sided tyres and tubes by agents following supply issues. | ||
| View original record | EF. Hm. Hs. BF. X4050 D/Sn2/CH24.3.24. Straight-Sided Tyres. Kindly note "Sales" dept. advise us of the following:- "One of our Inspectors recently had trouble in obtaining s/s tyre replacements in… | ||
| Scan314 | Weekly report detailing the performance, mileage, and issues for 'Dunlop' S.S. Cord tyres on vehicle 35 PK. | ||
| View original record | WEEKLY TYRE REPORT. "DUNLOP" S.S. CORD ON 35 PK. TABLE DATA: DATE. | SPEED-OMETER READING. | DAYS RUN. (mileage). | TOTAL MILEAGE. FRONT. N.S. O.S. | TOTAL MILEAGE. REAR. N.S. O.S. | REMARKS. 6.6.24.… | ||
| Scan315 | The positions and performance of Dunlop tyres on vehicle 35 PK. | ||
| View original record | POSITIONS & NUMBERS OF "DUNLOP" TYRES ON 35 PK. TYRE NO. | WHERE FITTED. | REMARKS. 58 | O.S.R. | Punctured after 1216 miles (nail). Repaired & replaced - total miles 2562. 55 | O.S.F. | Total miles… | ||
| Scan316 | Letter to Messrs. Rapson requesting more tyres for comparative testing against Dunlop tyres on 40/50 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X3785 X4050 Hs2/LG18.6.24. X1238 X4050 18th. June 1924. Messrs. Rapson, Burlington Rd., New Malden, Surrey. Dear Sirs, The 40/50 HP. RR. cars running in France fitted with your Tyres are running under… | ||
| Scan317 | Weekly report detailing the mileage and performance of Dunlop S.S. Cord Tyres on a 35 PK vehicle. | ||
| View original record | WEEKLY TYRE REPORT DUNLOP S.S. CORD TYRES ON 35 PK. TABLE DATA: | DATE. | SPEED-OMETER READING. | DAYS RUN. (miles). | TOTAL MILEAGE. FRONT. N.S. | TOTAL MILEAGE. FRONT. O.S. | TOTAL MILEAGE. REAR.… | ||
| Scan318 | Weekly report on Dunlop S.S. Cord tyre testing, detailing daily and total mileage, and wear issues. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten (top right): 21.624 WEEKLY TYRE REPORT. "DUNLOP" S.S. CORD ON 35 PK. Handwritten (right margin): X4050 | DATE. | SPEED-OMETER READING. | DAYS RUN. (mileage) | TOTAL MILEAGE. FRONT. N.S. |… | ||
| Scan319 | The position and particulars of Dunlop tyres on chassis 98 NK. | ||
| View original record | "DUNLOP" TYRES ON CHASSIS 98 NK. (POSITION & PARTICULARS.) TYRE N°. WHERE FITTED. REMARKS. X.2. O.S.R. Obtained from Paris. Mileage to date 248. X.5. N.S.F. Obtained from Paris. Mileage to date 917.… | ||
| Scan320 | The positions, numbers, and performance of 'Dunlop' tyres on vehicle 35 PK. | ||
| View original record | X4050 21.6.24. POSITIONS & NUMBERS OF "DUNLOP" TYRES ON 35 PK. TYRE NO. | WHERE FITTED. | REMARKS. 58. | Rear O.S. | Punctured after 1216 miles. Repaired & replaced. Worn down to canvas after 3715… | ||
| Scan321 | Letter from Dunlop concerning the failure of certain tyres which had burst after short mileage in France. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address. "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM". Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE 25 LINES. BY APPOINTMENT Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, 1, ALBANY ST. LONDON. N.W.1.… | ||
| Scan322 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. detailing the results and return of three tyres after testing in France. | ||
| View original record | Copy Hotel de France, CHATEAUROUX. Indre, France. Mr. W. Bond, The Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd., Fort Dunlop. Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. England. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of the 20th inst.,… | ||
| Scan323 | Log of Dunlop tyre positions and performance on vehicle 98 NK. | ||
| View original record | X3725 XW050 POSITION AND NUMBERS OF DUNLOP TYRES ON 98 NK. Tyre N°. | Where fitted. | Remarks. X.2 | O.S.R. | Obtained from Paris. Punctured (nail) after 774 miles. Made good & refitted. Worn to… | ||
| Scan324 | Positions and performance of Dunlop tyres on vehicle 35 PK. | ||
| View original record | B3785 +4050 POSITIONS & NUMBERS OF DUNLOP TYRES ON 35 PK. TYRE N°. WHERE FITTED. REMARKS. 56. O.S.R. Punctured after 294 miles. Repaired & replaced. Punctured again after 1693 miles. Worn to canvas… | ||
| Scan325 | Position and numbers of 'Dunlop' tyres on a 35 PK vehicle. | ||
| View original record | x4050 POSITION & NUMBERS OF "DUNLOP" TYRES ON 35 PK. R.R. N°. WHERE FITTED. REMARKS. X. 6. O.S.F. Obtained from Paris. Mileage to date 2573. X. 9. O.S.R. Obtained from Paris. Punctured after 1992… | ||
| Scan326 | Weekly report on the mileage and condition of Dunlop S.S. Cord tyres on a 35 PK vehicle. | ||
| View original record | WEEKLY TYRE REPORT. "DUNLOP" S.S. CORD TYRES ON 35 PK. DATE. | SPEED-OMETER READING. | DAY'S RUN. (Miles) | TOTAL MILES. FRONT. N.S. | O.S. | REAR. N.S. | O.S. | REMARKS. 28.6.24. | 7298 | 239 | 1655… | ||
| Scan327 | The performance and condition of 'Dunlop' tyres fitted to vehicle 98 NK. | ||
| View original record | +9050 POSITIONS & NUMBERS OF "DUNLOP" TYRES ON 98 NK. R.R. N°. | WHERE FITTED. | REMARKS. X. 5. | N.S.F. | Obtained from Paris. Burst after 4681 miles. Worn to canvas. Total loss of air pressure 6… | ||
| Scan328 | Weekly tyre report for Dunlop S.S. cord tyres on vehicle 98 NK. | ||
| View original record | WEEKLY TYRE REPORT. "DUNLOP" S.S. CORD TYRES ON 98 NK. DATE. | SPEED-OMETER READING. | DAY'S RUN. (Miles) | TOTAL MILES. FRONT. N.S. | TOTAL MILES. FRONT. O.S. | TOTAL MILES. REAR. N.S. | TOTAL MILES.… | ||
| Scan329 | Comparing the performance of Rapson and Dunlop tyres during tests in connection with 4-wheel brakes. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to PN. E P. c. to EY. Wor. Hs5/LG23. 9.24. RE. TYRES. X1238 X4050 We attach a chart shewing the life of tyres during the tests in connection with 4-wheel brakes… | ||
| Scan330 | Bar chart comparing the mileage performance of various tyre brands and types. | ||
| View original record | NS OS 1 4184 MILES 2 4144 MILES 3 1383 MILES 4 2028 MILES 5 2420 MILES 6 1689 MILES 7 2793 MILES 8 3429 MILES "RAPSON" S.S. CORD TYRES *1 1424 MILES *2 1762 MILES *4 2332 MILES 4 2932 MILES "RAPSON"… | ||
| Scan331 | Severely faded document with illegible content, marked with a red ink stamp. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED PRINT ROOM. 7 OCT. 84 DERBY | ||
| Scan332 | Requesting a requisition form for 18 loose flanges for straight sided rims recently delivered from Messrs. Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs. Wd/Dn2/EH6.10.24. We shall be glad if you will kindly send your requisition for the 18 loose Flanges for straight Sided Rims recently delivered to Experimental Dept. from Messrs. Dunlop. We… | ||
| Scan333 | To obtain 18 loose flanges from Messrs. Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | To Wd/Dn. from Hs. +4050 Hs1/LG7.10.24. Referring to Wd/Dn2/BH6.10.24. Please obtain from Messrs. Dunlop :- 18 loose Flanges for straight-sided rims with locking plate. O/50974. Hs. | ||
| Scan334 | Cancellation of a visit to the Dunlop tyre factory. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. From Hs. c. to Wor. X4050 Hs3/LG13.10.24. RE. VISIT TO MESSRS: DUNLOPS ON WEDNESDAY THE 15TH. INST. Some months ago, we went through the Dunlop Factory and saw the process of manufacturing and… | ||
| Scan335 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting information on the increase of effective tyre diameter with speed. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs/Rml/LG. 19th. June 1925. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Development Supt. We are anxious to obtain some information as to the… | ||
| Scan336 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd acknowledging a query regarding the increase in effective tyre diameter with speed. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address. "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. 25 LINES. +4050 BY APPOINTMENT Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, I, ALBANY ST. LONDON, N.W.I.… | ||
| Scan337 | The receipt and testing of 6 Ply Tyres from The Dunlop Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs.from Wd. c.to OO/Dn. X4058 Wd7/NJ22.6.25. 31" x 5.25" 6 Ply Tyres. We are in receipt of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Chassis Makers' Division, ref.- FE/WM.1.196, dated 19th inst.… | ||
| Scan338 | Letter from Dunlop discussing the results of experiments on effective tyre radius at various speeds. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address, "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. 25 LINES. Registered Offices, DUNLOP HOUSE, I, ALBANY ST. LONDON, N.W.I. BY APPOINTMENT… | ||
| Scan339 | Continuation sheet from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. detailing tyre performance data. | ||
| View original record | A121 D. R. Co. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No page 2. 19 The curve was obtained with the tyre at 70 lbs. pressure. At 50 lbs. the increase was 40% greater, i.e. 8 to 11 mms. The load on the tyre was 1320… | ||
| Scan340 | Graph showing the increase in effective radius of a 33x5 tyre relative to speed, under specific load and inflation conditions. | ||
| View original record | INCREASE IN EFFECTIVE RADIUS OF 33x5 TYRE INFLATED TO 70lbs/sq.in. and CARRYING 1320lbs. load Y-axis: Increase in radius - millimetres. X-axis: SPEED Miles per hour Bottom right: R.D. June 1925 Paper… | ||
| Scan341 | Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. thanking them for providing required information. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs/Rml/LG. 30th. June 1925. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of A.Healey Esq. Research Dept. We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| Scan342 | Essential nature of a locking device for straight sided rims. | ||
| View original record | X4050 BY. c. Wor. c. Hx c. Hs EP's Dept. (EP. absent) Thn3/H31.8.25. re. Locking Device for Straight Sided Rims. With further reference to our EP1/H24.8.25. and your reply BY8/H26.8.25. We have again… | ||
| Scan343 | Short report on the performance of Dunlop tyres regarding noise and non-skid qualities. | ||
| View original record | to Roy. from Hs. X1050 Hs5/LG16.10.25. DUNLOP TYRES. These tyres are larger diameter than the standard size we use. We find that the treads still cause a considerable amount of noise. The note is… | ||
| Scan344 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. comparing the wear of French and British tyres. | ||
| View original record | Y4050 Hs/Ru2/LG. 19th. Oct. 1925. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Healey. Research Dept. 4457 Referring to your letter of the 2nd. inst.… | ||
| Scan345 | Letter from Dunlop suggesting a steering modification to prevent 'shimmy'. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address. "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. 25 LINES. BY APPOINTMENT. Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, 1, ALBANY ST. LONDON, N.W.1.… | ||
| Scan346 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing steering mechanics and wheel movement to prevent tread wear. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. SHEET No. 2. 19 In ordinary steering, the wheels would automatically take up their proper path, and in turning a left-hand corner, the rear side wheel would be turned through a… | ||
| Scan347 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. requesting figures on the rolling resistance of various tyre types. | ||
| View original record | /4050 L459 Hs/Rml/LG. Expl: Dept: 30th. Oct. 1925. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Healey. Research Section. We sent off the 6… | ||
| Scan348 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd discussing the adoption of the 21' rim as the standard diameter for low pressure tyres and production statistics. | ||
| View original record | Y4050 Telegraphic Address. "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM." Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE, 25 LINES BY APPOINTMENT Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, 1, ALBANY ST. LONDON, N.W.1.… | ||
| Scan349 | Rims and tyres, detailing correspondence with Dunlop and Michelin. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 493a (50 H) (D.D. 31. 12-6-25) J.H.D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. REF Hs/Rm1/LG61125 To CJ. } FROM Hs/Rm. To R. } Hs. absent. RE. RIMS AND TYRES. X3809 With reference to CJ7/E5.11.25. We wrote… | ||
| Scan350 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the market prevalence and production of 21-inch rims and tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. 5th. Nov. 1925. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. For the attention of Mr. W.A. Robotham. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of yours of… | ||
| Scan351 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tests on the rolling resistance of tyres. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address. "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" Telephone No. BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. 25 LINES. Registered Offices. DUNLOP HOUSE, I, ALBANY ST LONDON, N.W.I. BY APPOINTMENT DUNLOP… | ||
| Scan352 | Graph from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. plotting rolling resistance against time as a tyre heats up from a cold start. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER Co. LTD., BIRMINGHAM. SKETCHED BY MILL APPROVED BY DATE DEPARTMENT RECORD NUMBER Rolling Resistance (lbs. wt. per ton) Time - Minutes ROLLING RESISTANCE of 895 x SPEED 50 m 1. Effect of… | ||
| Scan353 | Specification sheet detailing the weights of Dunlop standard and wheel base wheel assemblies. | ||
| View original record | X4050 19.11.25. Dunlop standard 40/50 HP +4050 X3809 Wheel 32 X 4½ 43 lbs. } Cover 33 X 5 38 lbs. } Fitted complete Tube 33 X 5 5 lbs. } 86 lbs. Dunlop wheel base wheel rim 21". Cover wired edge type… | ||
| Scan354 | Query from The Dunlop Company about the performance of sample Triple Stud Covers under observation. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from ROY. X4050 ROY11/AG20.11.25. -------------- The Dunlop Company are asking whether we can give them, any further news on the sample Triple Stud Covers we have under observation, i.e. 6 - 33 x… | ||
| Scan355 | Blueprint comparing the dimensions and specifications for different Dunlop tyres and well base wheels. | ||
| View original record | K5809 9504 Tyre 1: 20 LBS /sq in 7.30" x 34" Dimensions Table 1: A | 8.0" B | 8.8" C | 112.5" Tyre 2: 30 LBS /sq in 6.75" x 33" C - CIRCUMFERENCE Dimensions Table 2: 6.55" 8.0" 110.5" Tyre 3: 30 LBS… | ||
| Scan356 | The transport of tyres, tubes, and a hub to France, with a request for invoicing. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs/Rm. X 9056 Hs/Rm1/LG15.3.26. We are taking over to France with us :- 2 Dunlop medium pressure tyres and tubes. These tyres are called 6" tyres for 21" wheels and are of the triple stud… | ||
| Scan357 | Confirming the despatch of 12 Dunlop Covers and Tubes for Mr. G.W. Hancock. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs. Wd/AW8/W26.3.26. Will you please note that the 12 Dunlop Covers and Tubes required by Mr.G.W.Hancock were despatched from the Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd., BIRMINGHAM, on the 23rd inst. Wd.… | ||
| Scan358 | Order for three Dunlop Cord outer covers for chassis 9-G-111 ('India'). | ||
| View original record | To Wd/Ms. from Hs. X4050 Hs3/LG3.5.26. Please order three Dunlop Cord outer covers 5¼" for 21" well base rims - for 9-G-111 ('India') Hs. | ||
| Scan359 | Request to despatch 6 tyres left at Chateauroux to The Dunlop Rubber Co. for their development department. | ||
| View original record | To Ps. Paris. from Hs/GWH. Y4050 Hs/GWH/LG15.6.26. Will you please despatch to The Dunlop Rubber Co. (Developement Dept.) Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham, England, 6 tyres which were left at… | ||
| Scan360 | Despatch of 6 tyres for chassis 10-G-111 to The Dunlop Rubber Company. | ||
| View original record | "Hs" DERBY X4050 Ps34/VW. 17-6-26 RE: CHASSIS 10-G-111 With reference to your Hs/GWH/LG15.6.26., please note that we have despatched to day to The Dunlop Rubber Co. (Development Dept), Fort Dunlop,… | ||
| Scan361 | Correspondence regarding the whereabouts of Dunlop Medium Pressure Tyres used in tests in France. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wd. X4050 Wd3/NJ10.8.26. [STAMP: REC'D 10 AUG 1926] Hs Dunlop Medium Pressure Tyres used on tests in France. I confirm mine Wd6/NJ11.6.26. This morning we are in receipt of a letter from the… | ||
| Scan362 | Comparison of road shocks and ride comfort between standard high-pressure tyres and 6.75 inch Dunlop balloon tyres. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Hs. from Rn. Hs/Rn4/LG18, 8.26. ROAD SHOCKS AND TYRE SIZE. X4050 X457 As a result of the numerous opportunities of comparison which we have been able to make between the standard tyres and the… | ||
| Scan363 | Copy of correspondence from Paris regarding Dunlop Tyres sent for chassis 10.G.III. | ||
| View original record | To "H.S." To "H.D." From "G.W.H." X4050 Hotel de France. Chateauroux, Indre, France. August, 25th 1926. RE: D U N L O P T Y R E S . Herewith is a copy of the correspondence from PARIS. "IN REPLY TO… | ||
| Scan364 | Results of high-speed wobble tests on three different sizes of tyres in France. | ||
| View original record | X4050 To R: from Hs/Rn. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. Hs/Rn1/LG10.9.26. HIGH SPEED WOBBLES. X457 X4565 With reference to our Hs/Rn5/T23.8.26. in connection with peripheral weight tending… | ||
| Scan365 | Visit to Dunlop Co. discussing modifications to Triple Stud and 6.75' Balloon tyres. | ||
| View original record | x4050 HS/Rm/LG14.9.26. DUNLOP TYRES. x4050 / x4565 x4573 During a recent visit to the Dunlop Co. Birmingham, we discussed a number of points with Mr. Paull, their… | ||
| Scan366 | Comparison of Dunlop triple stud and traction tread tyres, focusing on high-speed wobble and anti-skid performance. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- comfort than the standard straight sided tyre we had been running them at reduced pressures. However, we do not believe that this accounts for their wobbling tendencies. The Dunlop Co.… | ||
| Scan367 | Availability of modified 6.75' Dunlop tyres and placing an order for existing stock. | ||
| View original record | To ROY. From Hs/Rm. X4050 Hs/Rm1/LG14.9.26. 6.75" DUNLOP TYRES. X4050 With reference to Roy5/MG7.9.26. We are willing to try 6.75" triple stud tyres owing to the fact that no traction treads are… | ||
| Scan368 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of tyre treads to avoid high-speed wobbles on the 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X4050 c. to EY. Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm3/LG. 15th. Sept. 1926. 74565 - Paull Esq., The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sir, From a recent conversation which our Mr. Bailey… | ||
| Scan369 | Letter to Dunlop requesting tyre performance figures and information on inner tube availability. | ||
| View original record | x4050 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rml/LG. 21st. Sept. 1926. x4565 The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull, Development Superintendent. In June of… | ||
| Scan370 | Objections to Dunlop's new triple stud 6.75' tyres, which replaced the traction tread pattern, citing issues with high-speed wobbles. | ||
| View original record | To - R. from Hs/Rm. C.c to BJ. Wor. C.c to Bp-da. C.c to HV. X4050 Hs/RmL/T21.9.26. ORIGINAL 40/50. 6.75" TYRES. X4565 X3809 In spite of the fact that the 6.75" Traction Tread Tyres which we have been… | ||
| Scan371 | Tyre supply issues with Dunlop, specifically concerning high-speed wobbles and the transition to well-based wheels. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hs/RmL/T21.9.26. it is already obsolete. We therefore have no tyre we can fit on the well-based wheels at the moment. As a result of our somewhat unfortunate position, we have endeavoured… | ||
| Scan372 | Manufacture and testing of 6.75' Dunlop tyres with traction tread. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. c. to OY. X4050 HSB/LG22. 9.26. DUNLOP TYRES. X4050 X4565 We have received a message from the Dunlop Rubber Co. today saying that they intend… | ||
| Scan373 | Patent for noise elimination and suggesting its application for reducing tyre noise with Messrs. Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | To PN. from Hs. X4050 Hs7/LG5.10.26. ELIMINATION OF NOISE. PN3/EH4.10.26. X634 With reference to your memo. of Aug. 16th. It has been difficult for us to find an application for this patent on our… | ||
| Scan374 | Communication confirming a wire and discussing the sourcing of 6.75' tyres with traction tread for testing. | ||
| View original record | To Ps. Paris. From HS/Rm. X 4050 Hs/Rm4/LGS.10.26. 6.75" TYRES. X4565 This is to confirm our wire of even date. We are carrying out further tests on 6.75" tyres with traction tread. You will recollect… | ||
| Scan375 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. inquiring about available tyre sizes and experiments with heavy inner tubes to reduce high-speed wobbles. | ||
| View original record | X4050 Expl: Dept: X4565 Hs/Rml/LG. 23rd. Oct. 1926. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Healey. Mr. Paull's Office. We are… | ||
| Scan376 | Standardization of low and medium pressure tyre descriptions based on their section size. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from Hs. c. to R. c. to Wor. c. to SY. X4050 Hs1/LG23.10.26. LOW PRESSURE AND MEDIUM PRESSURE TYRES. X4565 Replying to BJ13/E22.10.26. We have found the makers description of tyres most… | ||
| Scan377 | To prevent confusion in the nomenclature of tyres for the 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.4050 Hs Hs. Mx. BY./W. Wa. EF. SH. D.P. BY14/H. OCT 25 1926 RECEIVED PHANTOM CHASSIS - TYRES. In order to prevent confusion which is likely to arise in the nomenclature of the tyres, after carefully… | ||
| Scan378 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding tyre sizes, experiments with heavy inner tubes for wheel wobble, and a road wheel drum testing rig. | ||
| View original record | X4050 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P.B.E. 25 LINES YOUR REF: Hs/Rml/LG. OUR REF: Mr. Paull's Office. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON… | ||
| Scan379 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a request for information on tyre sizes for cars and available competitive makes. | ||
| View original record | X4050 DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM CENTRAL 4108 P.B.E. 25 LINES YOUR REF: Tech.Service OUR REF: Mgr's Office, S.AK.9.311. FORT DUNLOP… | ||
| Scan380 | Specification sheet detailing tyre equipment and available makes for various car models. | ||
| View original record | TYRE EQUIPMENT FOR ROLLS-ROYCE CARS. (a) Dunlop Equipment for Rolls-Royce Cars. TYRE EQUIPMENT. Size. | Type. | RIMS ON WHICH MOUNTED. | INFLATED. TYRE DIMENSIONS. | | | Overall. Diameter. (Approx) |… | ||
| Scan381 | Tyre options for 21' rims on the 40/50 HP car and fitting instructions for traction tread tyres. | ||
| View original record | X44050 To BY. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm3/LG5.11.26. TYRE EQUIPMENT FOR RR. CARS. X44050 Y4565 Attached is a list of other makes of tyres which will fit on our 21" rims. We do not want any other tyre but… | ||
| Scan382 | Standardising tyre terminology for non-technical customers, proposing specific names for tyres on Phantom and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | S/W V4050 CS/06.11.26. Re Low Pressure & Medium Pressure Tyres. Hs1/LG23.10.26. We think your suggestion of referring to the various tyres by their size is quite all right for internal use, but we are… | ||
| Scan383 | List of moments of inertia for various wheel and tyre combinations to investigate high-speed wobbles. | ||
| View original record | X4050 26.11.26 HIGH SPEED WOBBLES. X3775 / X457 I of 6.75 tyre and tube - 70.4 lbs. ft. units. I of 6.00° tyre and heavy tube - 78.4 lbs.ft.units. I of disc and steel rim and wheel - 58.6… | ||
| Scan384 | Performance data table for 33 x 6.75' tyres at 35 lbs/sq.in pressure. | ||
| View original record | -2- 33 X 6.75" TYRES. Pressure 35 lbs/sq.in. Tach: revs. | Gear. | R.P.M. | Lbs. | Equiv: H.P. ---|---|---|---|--- 1240 | Top. | 1500 | 142 | 63.0 1440 | " | 1750 | 132 | 68.0 1650 | closed | closed… | ||
| Scan385 | Performance data tables for 33 inch Solid Tyres and 33 X 5 inch S.S. tyres. | ||
| View original record | +4050 30.11.26 33" Solid Tyres. +4565 | Tach) Revs. | R.P.M. | Lbs. | Equiv: HP. | Gear. | |-------------|-------------|------|------------|-------| | 126 | 1500 | 142 | 64.2 | Top | | 1460 | 1750 |… | ||