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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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Dunlop wheels, straight-sided tyres, and the requirement for a mechanical tyre pump.30th Apr 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan007
Request to test Dunlop straight-sided tyres, with a critique of their stiffness compared to American tyres.5th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan008
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of their straight-sided tyres and comparing their stiffness to American-made tyres.5th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan009
Page two of a letter discussing tyre testing and enclosing an experimental report.3rd May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan010
Whether to continue accepting orders for Warland Dual Rims due to the upcoming availability of Dunlop wire wheels.4th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan011
Michelin Co.'s position on manufacturing straight-sided (wired-on) tyres versus beaded tyres.5th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan012
Supply of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels for testing in the experimental department.7th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan013
Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of their straight-sided tyres.6th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan014
Modifications to Michelin disc wheels to make them practicable.8th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan015
The re-testing of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and the arrangement of an interview.8th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan016
Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of their straight-sided tyres.7th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan017
Letter regarding a proposed test of straight-sided tyres and rims.8th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan018
Finality on the question of wheels, rims, and straight-sided tyres, including the introduction of a mechanical tyre pump.12th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan019
Copy of a letter regarding the supply of straight-sided tyres and rims from Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Co.12th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan020
Supply and fitting of demountable rims, straight-sided tyres, and mechanical tyre pumps.17th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan021
Comparison of Firestone, Stanwell, and Goodyear demountable rims for straight-sided tyres, covering weight and ease of use.19th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan022
Safety comparison of Stanwell, Goodyear, and Firestone wheel rims on a car with a deflated tyre.19th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan023
The merits and standardisation of Firestone, Goodyear, and Dunlop tyre rims.9th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan024
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a proposed meeting and their production schedule for wheels.19th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan025
Meeting with the Dunlop Company concerning straight sided tyres and loose flange wheels.27th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan026
Paint color samples, chassis painting, and wheel/tyre options for a car.7th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan027
The testing of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and loose flanged wheels on a chassis rear axle.7th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan028
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. outlining the conditions for testing their Straight Side Tyres.4th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan029
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. outlining conditions and procedures for tyre testing.19th Feb 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan030
Proposal to introduce a new type of wire wheel suitable for straight-sided tyres as part of the postwar programme.9th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan031
Testing of straight-sided tyres and correspondence with the Dunlop Rubber Co.11th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan032
Whether to supply forgings for Michelin disc wheels to the USA, recommending that experimental work be kept in Derby.11th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan033
Cancellation of Michelin wheel forgings due to accidents with soft bead clincher tyres.25th May 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan034
Request for sample wheel hub forgings to be produced in England for testing American Michelin disc wheels.11th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan035
The testing of straight-sided tyres and correspondence with the Dunlop Rubber Co.11th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan036
Letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a set of 5 wheels and tyres sent for testing.9th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan037
Wheel and tyre choices (wire wheels vs disc wheels) and paint colour options for chassis 6.EX.14th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan038
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Company attaching a report on tyres loaned for testing.21th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan039
Test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres detailing daily mileage and routes taken.20th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan040
Letter from Dunlop to Rolls-Royce regarding a report on the running of Test Tyres.22th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan041
Discrepancy in spare wheels supplied by Dunlop Rubber Co.24th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan042
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the testing of S/S tyres.24th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan043
The use of Goodyear Tyres on a 4.EX Car with a 40/50 HP engine.29th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan044
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding scheduling a car for tyre inspection and an upcoming works holiday.28th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan045
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 27th June 1920.27th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan046
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd to Mr. Hives confirming arrangements for sending a car to Birmingham.29th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan047
Relationship between axle ratios, tyre sizes, and car speed.30th Jun 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan048
The standardization of wheels and the introduction of straight-sided tyres.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan049
Supply and design options for various types of wheels, including wire, Michelin disc, and Dunlop disc.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan050
Continuation page of a typed report or memorandum, marked as page 3.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan051
Standardisation and supply of straight-sided tyres and the phasing out of Warland rims.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan052
Wheel supply strategy concerning wire wheels, disc wheels, and negotiations with suppliers like Dunlop and Michelin.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan053
Referencing a previous memo about Michelin disc wheels and straight-sided tyres.15th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan054
Recommending Michelin disc wheels as an alternative for customers who dislike wire wheels.21th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan055
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. arranging for the examination of an experimental car fitted with straight-sided tyres.21th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan056
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 3rd July.3rd Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan057
Inquiry to Messrs. Rudge-Whitworth regarding the demountable rims used with their detachable wire wheels.22th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan058
Letter from Dunlop regarding the condition of test tyres on a vehicle.24th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan059
Company's policy on supplying different types of wheels, including Warland rims and Michelin disc wheels.28th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan060
The production implications of fitting Michelin disc wheels versus wire wheels with loose flanges.28th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan061
The issues with running high-pressure Dunlop tyres, including poor ride comfort and road holding.30th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan062
Radii at the base of wheel flanges for straight-sided tyres.2nd Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan063
Letter to The Dunlop Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report and premature tyre wear, suggesting lower pressure as a remedy.3rd Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan064
Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 2nd August.2nd Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan065
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the testing of tyres and inflation pressures.4th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan066
Letter from Dunlop to Rolls-Royce regarding a mileage discrepancy in a tyre test.5th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan067
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a correction to a previous report on tyres.6th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan068
300-mile road test of a vehicle, detailing performance, handling, and fuel/tyre economy.10th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan069
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning reports on tyres.18th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan070
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 8th August 1920.8th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan071
Log of tests performed on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 15th August 1920.15th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan072
Performance of new straight-sided tyres, and the difficulty of removing them from the rim after a puncture.20th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan073
The quality of tyres and rims, comparing Palmer tyres and Goodyer rims to other manufacturers.20th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan074
Letter from Dunlop confirming receipt of tyre mileage reports and enclosing new printed forms for future reporting.20th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan075
Customer complaints about poor ride quality due to hard tyres and high tyre pressures.1st Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan076
Tyre pressure experiments, their effect on comfort, and mileage.1st Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan077
Tyre pressure recommendations, fitting tightness, tread patterns, and noise issues.1st Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan078
Page from a report discussing the noise characteristics of Wood Milne tyres.1st Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan079
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of Magnum straight-sided wired-on tyres.2nd Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan080
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning tyre mileage reports.2nd Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan081
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage, routes, and remarks including a failure.21th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan082
Weekly test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage, routes, and road conditions.29th Aug 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan083
Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage and performance.4th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan084
Total mileage report for tyres, detailing a replacement and mileage covered.14th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan085
Letter from Dunlop regarding tyre mileage reports and the preference for using the usual reporting forms.4th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan086
Complaints about present production cars, focusing on American tyres and driver perception.7th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan087
Steering faults, tracing 'steering wobbles' to tyres and proposing friction dampers as a cure.9th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan088
High-speed steering, wheel types, transmission knock, and suspension.7th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan089
Report discussing spring lubrication, transmission design, and electrical installation plans.29th Jul 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan090
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. attaching tyre mileage reports for specified weeks.21th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan091
Log sheet detailing tests on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 12th September 1920.12th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan092
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 19th September.19th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan093
Tests conducted on a 6.EX car to find the effect of rear shock absorbers with different tyre pressures.22th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan094
The testing of rear shock absorbers, noting issues with noise and proposals for improvements using Ferodo discs.22th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan095
The supply of Dunlop straight-sided wired-on tyres and suitable wheels.23th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan096
Supply chain and delivery timeline for Dunlop straight-side wired-on tyres and wheels.23th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan097
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in the supply of Straight Side Tyres.20th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan098
Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. regarding the supply of Magnum straight-sided wired-on tyres.22th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan099
Change to wire wheels for straight-sided tyres.24th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan100
Instructions regarding the end of the 'N' series with Dunlop wheels and the potential standardisation of straight-sided tyres.24th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan101
From Mr. Royce to C.J. regarding the testing and performance of experimental production cars, including model 1.EX.26th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan102
Improving vehicle ride quality through changes in tyres, springs, and axle ratios.26th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan103
The performance of the Hawk aero engine, noting issues at slow speed and suggesting improvements to suspension and electrics.26th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan104
Cover letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co., Ltd. attaching a report on tyre mileage for the attention of Mr. Walter Bond.30th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan105
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 26th September.26th Sep 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan106


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