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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. regarding the conversion of twelve Type 72V Bentley wire wheels.30th Mar 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0285
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss cornering power.31th Mar 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0286
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. providing tyre specification and contact data.31th Mar 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0287
Letter from Dunlop discussing the results of tyre deflection tests on different rim sizes and the return of a loaned tyre and wheel.3rd Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0288
Graph of load-deflection curves for a 7.00-18 Fort '90' tyre at various pressures and on different rim sizes.3rd Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0289
Method for testing tyre stability and cornering forces.1st Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0290
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the preparation of tyre moulds and patterns for the Phantom lll chassis.7th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0291
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding experimental tyres for the Phantom lll and 20/25 HP models.7th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0292
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre testing and specifications.8th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0293
Tyre noise and tyre recommendations for the Phantom III and 20/25 HP models.8th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0294
Expressing dissatisfaction with the slow progress on rectifying Phantom III tyre noises.8th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0295
Tyre noise issues, the use of rubber components in the chassis, and comparing different car models.9th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0296
Ordering 12, 7 x 18 Dunlop tyre covers, specifying the original '90' tread.9th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0297
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the supply and design of tyres for different chassis models.10th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0298
Letter to Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co. regarding tyre noise and a request for tyres with reduced shoulders.15th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0299
Phantom III tyre noise and a proposal for a 15,000-mile test on tyres with removed shoulders.16th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0300
Official order be placed with Dunlop for 6 x 19' tyres with a modified shoulder design.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0301
Letter to Messrs. Dunlop Ltd. regarding the return of 5 prints left by Mr. Price.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0302
Request to despatch six incorrectly sized 6.00 x 18 covers and tubes to Messrs. Dunlops.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0303
Letter to Dunlop Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the return of incorrectly sized tyres and requesting the correct ones.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0304
Resolving tyre noise on car 36-EX by fitting experimental rubber shackles and new top leaves.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0305
Tyre noise and the use of 'Specially Silent Dunlop Treads' on Phantom III and 20/25 HP models.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0306
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the unsuitability of a '90' tyre and arranging a meeting.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0307
Noise testing of Phantom III cars over granite sets.17th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0308
Recommendation to convert metal floors to divided wooden floors to reduce resonance in specific car models.18th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0309
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding final tests on tyre noise.18th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0310
Standardisation of Dunlop tyre treads for the Phantom III and 20/25 HP models.18th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0311
Phantom III tyre noise issues, comparing different solutions and test vehicles.9th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0312
Progress report on testing rubber components, springs, and tyre noise on the Phantom III experimental cars.19th Mar 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0313
Phantom III tyre noise issues, design finalisation, and performance comparisons.20th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0314
Testing delays for rubber shackles, standardisation issues, and the development of the Phantom III model.20th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0315
Attached telegram and arranging for a Dunlop representative to inspect tyres on a Phantom III and 20/25 HP cars.20th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0316
Arranging for a Dunlop representative to inspect tyres on Phantom III and 20/25 models due to noise concerns.20th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0317
Telegram concerning tyre noise on Phantom III and 20/25 models, requesting a Dunlop representative to inspect the vehicles.28th Oct 1935Box 157 \ 1  scan0318
Incorrect tyre sizes from Dunlop and new invoices for replacement covers and tubes.20th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0319
Tyre noise issues and modifications on a Phantom III vehicle.21th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0320
Tyre noise complaints and development on the Phantom III model.21th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0321
Tyre noises, experimental cars, and the testing programme for rubber components.21th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0322
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting balance weight bases for 6 x 17 wheels.21th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0323
Request for the official description of tyres to be fitted to the Phantom III chassis.21th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0324
Commenting on test results for tyre noise and suspension modifications on the Phantom III.23th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0325
Testing and modifications for several experimental cars, including tyre performance, floorboard damping, and vehicle stability.23th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0326
Follow-up letter to Dunlop Ltd. clarifying a request for 15 balance weight bases for 5. 6 x 17 Bentley wheels.23th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0327
Letter to Dunlop Ltd. requesting the urgent redirection of a set of tyres for a 25/30 HP car to France.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0328
Requesting an official order be placed with Dunlop for 12 wheels for use on Phantom III cars.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0329
Letter to Dunlop Ltd. requesting 12 wheels for testing on a Phantom III car.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0330
Requesting a covering order for invoices from Dunlop Rubber Co. for tyres and tubes.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0331
Letter from Dunlop Co. about the fitment of E.L.P. tyres and rims for Data Card SC3/5S.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0332
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding proposed amendments to tyre and rim specifications for Extra Low Pressure tyres.23th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0333
Page 2 of a letter regarding the design of a 9.00-13 tyre for a 5.50 section rim.23th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0334
Official order be placed with Messrs. Dunlop for tyres and tubes.25th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0335
Request to pass an official order to Messrs. Dunlop for tyre covers and tubes.25th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0336
Telephone message from Dunlops regarding the dispatch of tyres and options for buffed shoulders.8th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0337
The unsettled tyre issue for the Phantom III chassis, requesting a temporary supply of Dunlop R.90 tyres.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0338
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of four prototype 7.00/18 Fort R '90' tyres for testing.24th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0339
Request to despatch four Dunlop tyres to Lillie Hall by passenger train.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0340
Trial of modified Dunlop tyres for the Phantom III, comparing noise, wear, and non-skid properties against chamfered tyres.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0341
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the design and standardisation of a 5.00x18 wheel rim.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0342
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. confirming the despatch of five covers to France for Mr. Hancock.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0343
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the recommendation and testing of new tyres.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0344
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a delayed order for tyre covers, their dispatch, and pricing for experimental tyres.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0345
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. regarding the despatch of tyres.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0346
Order acknowledgement slip from Dunlop Rubber Co., Limited.29th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0347
Packing sheet from Dunlop-Rubber Co. detailing the export of tyres and parts to France.28th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0348
Packing sheet from Dunlop-Rubber Co., Ltd. for the export of tyres, tubes, and rim bands to France.28th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0349
Packing sheet from Dunlop-Rubber Co. for an export shipment of tyres, tubes and rim bands.28th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0350
Packing sheet from Dunlop-Rubber Co. for the export of tyre covers and tubes to France.28th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0351
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre mould alterations and supplying tyres for testing.30th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0352
Telegram regarding travel arrangements for 'WHEELS' to arrive at St. Pancras station.30th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0353
Official order for tyres from Dunlop Ltd.1st May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0354
Note on the evolution of Dunlop tyre tread patterns to reduce tyre groan on the Phantom III.1st May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0355
Rubbing of a 7x18 Dunlop tyre tread pattern, noting its special outside edge.1st May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0356
Rubbing of a 7x18 Dunlop tyre tread pattern with a special outside edge.1st May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0357
Results of testing modified Dunlop '90' tyres on a Phantom III and a separate issue of exhaust boom.1st May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0358
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the dispatch of specially marked Fort '90' tyres for testing.4th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0359
Tyre inspection report for a Phantom III and a 20-25 HP vehicle, detailing mileage and wear.28th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0360
Tyre mileage report for 20-25 HP demonstration cars, detailing total mileage and estimated pattern life.5th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0361
Letter to Dunlop requesting a trial set of tyres for the 20/25 HP model, similar to those developed for the Phantom III.5th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0362
The despatch of new Phantom III tyres and the return of the original set.5th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0363
The development and production ordering of a new tyre for the Phantom III model.5th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0364
Assigning a Dunlop code number to modified Phantom III tyres.6th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0365
Letter from Dunlop confirming they are putting in hand some tyres for the 20/25 HP model.6th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0366
Invoices for Dunlop tyre covers and tubes ordered by telephone.6th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0367
The incorrect delivery and subsequent correct receipt of Dunlop tyres.9th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0368
Clarifying orders and payments for various tyre Covers and Tubes.11th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0369
Request to place official orders with Dunlop for two sets of tyres for Mr. Hancock in France.12th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0370
Request to pass an official order to Messrs. Dunlop for four 7.00' x 18' tyres.16th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0371
Covering letter enclosing correspondence from the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding tyres for a 20/25 HP chassis.18th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0372
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production and delivery schedule of special tyres for the 20/25 HP chassis.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0373
Ordering of new tyres for the 20/25 HP model.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0374
Letter to The India Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the performance results of their 6 x 17' tyres, particularly their cornering properties.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0375
Letter to a tyre company regarding a wider rim or other modification to improve tyre cornering capabilities.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0376
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. about tyre groaning issues on the Phantom III after 1,000 miles.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0377
Tyre noise issues on the Phantom III & 20/25 HP models.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0378
Technical drawing for a Dunlop 5.00-18 Type N2 wire wheel for a Phantom III.30th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0379
Technical drawing of a Dunlop 5.00-18 Type N2 wire wheel, including a section of the rear brake drum.30th Apr 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0380
Dunlop tyre supplies for the 25/30 HP and Phantom III chassis, including a communication from Dunlop.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0381
Order for various sizes of Dunlop Vulcafix patches.20th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0382
The fitting of new Dunlop tyres to the 25/30 HP chassis.22th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0383
Letter from Dunlop concerning the testing of partially worn and fully moulded tyres.23th May 1936Box 157 \ 1  scan0384


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