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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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Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres for the week ending 3rd October.3rd Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan107
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. requesting a test car for tyre refitting.1st Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan108
Letter from Dunlop regarding the correct fitting and direction of rotation for special herring-bone pattern tyres on a test car.6th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan109
Correspondence regarding the supply and delivery of Dunlop detachable wire wheels and tyres.6th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan110
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. enquiring about the correct directional fitting of tyre treads.6th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan111
Report extract discussing vehicle springing issues, shock absorbers, and customer handling strategy in the US market.7th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan112
List of numbered vehicle faults and observations for discussion.7th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan113
Notification of a revised price list for 1921 Dunlop Pneumatic Motor Tyres, including new Straight Sided Tyres.7th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan114
Request to ask Messrs. Dunlops to dispatch six wire wheels and six straight-sided tyres and tubes to Conduit Street.10th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan115
Noise issues with new Dunlop straight-sided tyres and a request for testing.11th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan116
Letter to Dunlop complaining about the noise from their new straight-sided tyres.11th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan117
Continued document comparing the noise of new Dunlop straight-sided tyres to American tyres.29th Oct 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan118
Letter expressing concern that new Dunlop tyres for a demonstration car will be noisier than the current set.12th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan119
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a report on a new set of tyres for the attention of Mr. W. Bond.21th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan120
Test log for Dunlop straight-side tyres, tracking mileage, routes, and performance.7th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan121
Log of tyre performance detailing mileage, routes taken, and driving conditions.17th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan122
Letter from Dunlop regarding mileage and noise issues on an experimental set of tyres.25th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan123
Letter from Dunlop requesting to examine an experimental car due to a noise issue with the tyres.26th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan124
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of their tyres on an experimental car.27th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan125
Test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage and performance remarks.24th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan126
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd concerning an experimental car and tyre noise.28th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan127
Arranging the return of noisy Dunlop straight-sided tyres from a Trials Car.29th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan128
Copy of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. to Rolls-Royce regarding an experimental car, noise, and tyre mileage.28th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan129
Noise complaints about Dunlop straight-sided tyres and arranging for their return.29th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan130
Results of tyre trials on an Open Trials Car, focusing on noise and comfort.28th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan131
Letter from Dunlop requesting an experimental car for tyre noise testing.1st Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan132
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.1st Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan133
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Company regarding weekly tyre mileage and a change of vehicle body type.3rd Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan134
Test report log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, noting mileage, routes, and vehicle status.28th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan135
Circular from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production of new tyres, a detected noise issue, and a proposed meeting.5th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan136
Letter from Dunlop regarding unsatisfactory noise from modified Straight Side Tyres on an experimental car.10th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan137
Letter to Dunlop providing feedback on the noise levels of various tyres after road testing.10th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan138
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. regarding the comparative noise of tyres under trial.12th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan139
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a report on tyre mileage and the fitting of new tyres.17th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan140
Test log sheet for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording mileage and usage.3rd Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan141
Log sheet detailing daily tyre usage, mileage, and journey information.16th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan142
The type of wheels to be ordered for the 'O' Series chassis, continuing with the current type.17th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan143
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. complaining about excessive noise from new tyres after a 400-mile test run.22th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan144
Offer for a practical demonstration drive of a car in Birmingham.12th Sep 1926Box 45 \ 1  Scan145
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tests on the silence and non-skidding qualities of their straight-sided tyres.23th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan146
Inquiring about what action to take regarding Dunlop straight-sided tyres held by the Sales Department.25th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan147
Instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels.24th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan148
Noise issues with Dunlop straight-sided tyres and proposing a resolution.29th Oct 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan149
Requesting instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and wheels.24th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan150
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd regarding the development and testing of tyres on an experimental car.26th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan151
Correspondence regarding experimental Dunlop Straight Side Tyres and arranging their return for a credit note.27th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan152
Instructions for the disposal of Dunlop straight-sided tyres and the retention of wheels for further testing.27th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan153
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on tyre mileage.30th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan154
Log of tests performed on Dunlop straight-sided tyres.22th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan155
Log of tyre mileage and vehicle journeys.29th Nov 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan156
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd arranging to send a car for tyre selection trials.7th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan157
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd concerning the testing of Straight Side Tyres for noise.10th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan158
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the replacement of tyres with a modified pattern.14th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan159
Tool for dismantling the flange on wheels with straight-sided tyres.14th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan160
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the testing of their straight-sided tyres and the effects on noise.18th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan161
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a serious tyre wear issue caused by pebbles and flint getting stuck in the V-slots.20th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan162
Letter from Dunlop regarding special tyres for an experimental car, discussing mould modifications and delivery.20th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan163
Experimental modifications to a car being loaned for the Christmas holidays.24th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan164
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd discussing modifications to tyre tread patterns to prevent them from picking up grit and stone.21th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan165
Continuation sheet of a letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning a properly moulded pattern.21th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan166
Test report on Dunlop straight-sided tyres fitted to an experimental car, assessing ride comfort and noise levels.29th Dec 1920Box 45 \ 1  Scan167
Letter from Dunlop seeking feedback on the noiselessness of new 33 x 5 tyres being tested on an Experimental Car.3rd Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan168
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre test results and noise levels.4th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan169
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on the tyre mileage of experimental Arrow Tread tyres.14th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan170
Test report logging mileage and performance of Dunlop straight-sided tyres with the latest type arrow tread.14th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan171
Vehicle mileage and tyre performance log from December 1920 to January 1921.14th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan172
Log sheet tracking tyre mileage, position, and performance over various dates and routes.19th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan173
To Mr. Warwick about arranging a date for testing straight-sided tyres with the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd.19th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan174
To the Experimental Department about arranging a date with Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. for testing Straight Sided Tyres.19th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan175
Copy of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd. regarding further tests on Straight Sided Tyres.14th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan176
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.9th Feb 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan177
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. providing feedback on the noise levels of a new set of test tyres.10th Feb 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan178
Mileage test log for Dunlop straight-sided tyres, recording daily routes, speeds, and road conditions.11th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan179
Log sheet detailing daily tyre testing results including mileage, routes, and performance remarks.27th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan180
Log sheet detailing tyre fitment, position, and mileage over several days.30th Jan 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan181
Letter from Dunlop regarding the noise performance of Straight Side Tyres and a proposal for new moulded tyres for testing.14th Feb 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan182
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding a report on the mileage of experimental tyres.21th Feb 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan183
Log detailing mileage and performance of a set of Dunlop experimental tyres.21th Feb 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan184
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an attached tyre mileage report.23th Mar 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan185
Experimental test log for Dunlop tyres, detailing mileage and performance remarks over several days.23th Mar 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan186
Log of daily tyre mileage, routes taken, and performance remarks.21th Mar 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan187
Dispatch of wire wheels from The Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co Ltd.4th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan188
Acceptable gap for the loose flange on Dunlop wheels for straight-sided tyres.5th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan189
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report for experimental straight-sided tyres.13th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan190
Fortnightly report on the performance test of Dunlop straight-sided tyres.9th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan191
Log sheet detailing tyre testing, mileage, routes, and performance remarks.8th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan192
The inspection and potential adoption of a new Dunlop Magnum Treaded tyre.26th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan193
Performance and testing of straight-sided Dunlop cord tyres.28th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan194
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a mileage report for experimental tyres.3rd May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan195
Test log for experimental Dunlop straight-sided tyres, tracking mileage and performance.18th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan196
Daily mileage and tyre performance log for a car.19th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan197
Log sheet recording daily mileage, tyre positions, and performance remarks.29th Apr 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan198
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd inviting a test of their Straight Side Tyres.6th May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan199
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the availability of a test car fitted with their straight-sided tyres.7th May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan200
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co Ltd arranging a meeting for a test car on Dunlop Straight Side Tyres.9th May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan201
Letter from Dunlop regarding experimental tyre noise and subsequent alterations for further testing.13th May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan202
Advantages and potential adoption of Dunlop's straight side tyres.31th May 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan203
Conversation and agreement with the Dunlop Rubber Co. to test their straight-side tyres.3rd Jun 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan204
Seeking clarification on the standardisation of wire wheels with removable flanges for straight-side tyres.3rd Jun 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan205
Visit to the Dunlop Rubber Co regarding the commercial supply and experimental testing of straight-side tyres.1st Jun 1921Box 45 \ 1  Scan206


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