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Go North East: Latest News & Discussion - February 2016

Go North East: Latest News & Discussion - February 2016

 
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10 Feb 2016, 9:50 pm
(10 Feb 2016, 9:44 pm)GMitchelhill Not sure why people are jumping to 63xx for the Streetdecks.

I think they're more likely to start at 6201 etc.

It's definitely 6301 onwards
Ryan99
10 Feb 2016, 9:50 pm #281

(10 Feb 2016, 9:44 pm)GMitchelhill Not sure why people are jumping to 63xx for the Streetdecks.

I think they're more likely to start at 6201 etc.

It's definitely 6301 onwards

Dan
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11 Feb 2016, 5:42 am
(10 Feb 2016, 9:02 pm)S813 FVK It was established that they couldn't interwork as there would be an issue with the specifications of the vehicles with the Red Kite B9s not having plug sockets and NSAs.

(10 Feb 2016, 9:02 pm)Michael Its already been said that it probables won't happen due to the 47 not having plugs.

I think it was Dan who said it.

I suppose, if it is planned to happen, Go North East could look at retrofitting power sockets and Next Stop Announcements to the four Volvo B9s, and possibly re-trim the seats in e-leather. That way, passengers on the 45/46 services wouldn't see a downgraded specification as a result of the interworking with service 47.

This is entirely speculation on my part, you understand, rather than anything confirmed, based on the speculation that the operation of service 47 will indeed transfer to Stanley.  Smile  


(10 Feb 2016, 8:58 pm)DaveyBowyer If GNE were to source more Streetlites for the 45/46/47 if the above was to be the case, with the GKN mods doubtful to be going ahead on 6085 - 6117, do you think GNE would take the opportunity to do the following:

- 6085 and 6104 reverted back to their original state (standard Volvo diesels).

I believe that the GKN modifications can be enabled and disabled, so there would be no need for the buses to be "reverted".
Dan
11 Feb 2016, 5:42 am #282

(10 Feb 2016, 9:02 pm)S813 FVK It was established that they couldn't interwork as there would be an issue with the specifications of the vehicles with the Red Kite B9s not having plug sockets and NSAs.

(10 Feb 2016, 9:02 pm)Michael Its already been said that it probables won't happen due to the 47 not having plugs.

I think it was Dan who said it.

I suppose, if it is planned to happen, Go North East could look at retrofitting power sockets and Next Stop Announcements to the four Volvo B9s, and possibly re-trim the seats in e-leather. That way, passengers on the 45/46 services wouldn't see a downgraded specification as a result of the interworking with service 47.

This is entirely speculation on my part, you understand, rather than anything confirmed, based on the speculation that the operation of service 47 will indeed transfer to Stanley.  Smile  


(10 Feb 2016, 8:58 pm)DaveyBowyer If GNE were to source more Streetlites for the 45/46/47 if the above was to be the case, with the GKN mods doubtful to be going ahead on 6085 - 6117, do you think GNE would take the opportunity to do the following:

- 6085 and 6104 reverted back to their original state (standard Volvo diesels).

I believe that the GKN modifications can be enabled and disabled, so there would be no need for the buses to be "reverted".

DanPicken
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11 Feb 2016, 7:29 am
Is there a reason why 6032 is still in Northern? Also what's the problem with 8266?
DanPicken
11 Feb 2016, 7:29 am #283

Is there a reason why 6032 is still in Northern? Also what's the problem with 8266?

11 Feb 2016, 8:28 am
Now who mentioned metallic paintjobs....they look nice Wink

The base livery on the vehicle looks nice too!
omnicity4659
11 Feb 2016, 8:28 am #284

Now who mentioned metallic paintjobs....they look nice Wink

The base livery on the vehicle looks nice too!

1124
11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am
FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.
idiot
11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am #285

FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.

3563
11 Feb 2016, 1:16 pm
(11 Feb 2016, 5:42 am)Dan I suppose, if it is planned to happen, Go North East could look at retrofitting power sockets and Next Stop Announcements to the four Volvo B9s, and possibly re-trim the seats in e-leather. That way, passengers on the 45/46 services wouldn't see a downgraded specification as a result of the interworking with service 47.

This is entirely speculation on my part, you understand, rather than anything confirmed, based on the speculation that the operation of service 47 will indeed transfer to Stanley.  Smile  



I believe that the GKN modifications can be enabled and disabled, so there would be no need for the buses to be "reverted".
 
But could the systems not be removed from 6085 and 6104 and be refitted into 2x Red Kite B9s if they were transferred to Chester for the Angel?
L469 YVK
11 Feb 2016, 1:16 pm #286

(11 Feb 2016, 5:42 am)Dan I suppose, if it is planned to happen, Go North East could look at retrofitting power sockets and Next Stop Announcements to the four Volvo B9s, and possibly re-trim the seats in e-leather. That way, passengers on the 45/46 services wouldn't see a downgraded specification as a result of the interworking with service 47.

This is entirely speculation on my part, you understand, rather than anything confirmed, based on the speculation that the operation of service 47 will indeed transfer to Stanley.  Smile  



I believe that the GKN modifications can be enabled and disabled, so there would be no need for the buses to be "reverted".
 
But could the systems not be removed from 6085 and 6104 and be refitted into 2x Red Kite B9s if they were transferred to Chester for the Angel?

NK05 GWZ
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11 Feb 2016, 3:21 pm
(11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am)idiot FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.

3982.
NK05 GWZ
11 Feb 2016, 3:21 pm #287

(11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am)idiot FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.

3982.

Dan
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11 Feb 2016, 5:12 pm
(11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am)idiot FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.

(11 Feb 2016, 3:21 pm)NK05 GWZ 3982.

Cheers!
Dan
11 Feb 2016, 5:12 pm #288

(11 Feb 2016, 10:41 am)idiot FAO Dan Decker on 9 just left Fawcett Street (10.39)front display number not working. Forgot ID by the time loaded forum up sorry.

(11 Feb 2016, 3:21 pm)NK05 GWZ 3982.

Cheers!

3563
11 Feb 2016, 5:13 pm
But even if the Red Kite deckers were to get retrofitted with the features that the Streetlites have, GNE would not want a Red Arrows scenario occuring of mixed allocations.
L469 YVK
11 Feb 2016, 5:13 pm #289

But even if the Red Kite deckers were to get retrofitted with the features that the Streetlites have, GNE would not want a Red Arrows scenario occuring of mixed allocations.

12 Feb 2016, 10:11 am
Driver on 9119 on the x21 gleefully telling passengers about the new buses that are coming in 3 weeks Smile
BusLoverMum
12 Feb 2016, 10:11 am #290

Driver on 9119 on the x21 gleefully telling passengers about the new buses that are coming in 3 weeks Smile

19181
12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am
GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.
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Michael
12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am #291

GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.

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10979
12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am)Michael GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.
Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.
Jimmi
12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am #292

(12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am)Michael GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.
Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

19181
12 Feb 2016, 10:27 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am)Jimmi Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

It suits the two tone blue.

GNE have also done a video like normal for the rebranding - https://www.facebook.com/simplyGNE/?fref=nf

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
12 Feb 2016, 10:27 am #293

(12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am)Jimmi Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

It suits the two tone blue.

GNE have also done a video like normal for the rebranding - https://www.facebook.com/simplyGNE/?fref=nf


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

Dan
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12 Feb 2016, 10:31 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am)Jimmi Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

The first vehicle, 6302 (NK16 BXB), received branding at Saltmeadows Road yesterday. It looks excellent - very striking indeed.
Dan
12 Feb 2016, 10:31 am #294

(12 Feb 2016, 10:25 am)Jimmi Wow! That looks fab, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

The first vehicle, 6302 (NK16 BXB), received branding at Saltmeadows Road yesterday. It looks excellent - very striking indeed.

19181
12 Feb 2016, 10:34 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:31 am)Dan The first vehicle, 6302 (NK16 BXB), received branding at Saltmeadows Road yesterday. It looks excellent - very striking indeed.

They were quick haha 


No doubt someone will get a picture of it, unless its hidden.

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
12 Feb 2016, 10:34 am #295

(12 Feb 2016, 10:31 am)Dan The first vehicle, 6302 (NK16 BXB), received branding at Saltmeadows Road yesterday. It looks excellent - very striking indeed.

They were quick haha 


No doubt someone will get a picture of it, unless its hidden.


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

12 Feb 2016, 10:36 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:27 am)Michael It suits the two tone blue.

GNE have also done a video like normal for the rebranding - https://www.facebook.com/simplyGNE/?fref=nf

Similar style to the northerns, then.

Have to say that this is the first time I've been upstairs on 9119 (big'un refuses to catch it) and it's every bit as bouncy as an E400!
BusLoverMum
12 Feb 2016, 10:36 am #296

(12 Feb 2016, 10:27 am)Michael It suits the two tone blue.

GNE have also done a video like normal for the rebranding - https://www.facebook.com/simplyGNE/?fref=nf

Similar style to the northerns, then.

Have to say that this is the first time I've been upstairs on 9119 (big'un refuses to catch it) and it's every bit as bouncy as an E400!

19181
12 Feb 2016, 10:39 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:36 am)BusLoverMum Similar style to the northerns, then.

Have to say that this is the first time I've been upstairs on 9119 (big'un refuses to catch it) and it's every bit as bouncy as an E400!

It is but it defiantly looks better. 

I haven't been on the Streetdeck yet so can't say what its like. 


Surprised GNE haven't got a sticker on side of the bus to tell people it has tables, thought they might of.

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
12 Feb 2016, 10:39 am #297

(12 Feb 2016, 10:36 am)BusLoverMum Similar style to the northerns, then.

Have to say that this is the first time I've been upstairs on 9119 (big'un refuses to catch it) and it's every bit as bouncy as an E400!

It is but it defiantly looks better. 

I haven't been on the Streetdeck yet so can't say what its like. 


Surprised GNE haven't got a sticker on side of the bus to tell people it has tables, thought they might of.


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

Dan
Site Administrator
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12 Feb 2016, 10:43 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:34 am)Michael No doubt someone will get a picture of it, unless its hidden.

Oh yes, certainly well hidden! The chances of Saltmeadows Road letting it slip are next to none..!  Wink
Dan
12 Feb 2016, 10:43 am #298

(12 Feb 2016, 10:34 am)Michael No doubt someone will get a picture of it, unless its hidden.

Oh yes, certainly well hidden! The chances of Saltmeadows Road letting it slip are next to none..!  Wink

19181
12 Feb 2016, 10:52 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:43 am)Dan Oh yes, certainly well hidden! The chances of Saltmeadows Road letting it slip are next to none..!  Wink

Tongue, let's hope so!

Which buses will be withdrawn when the Streetdecks enter service?

Edit: Had the wrong type of bus!

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
12 Feb 2016, 10:52 am #299

(12 Feb 2016, 10:43 am)Dan Oh yes, certainly well hidden! The chances of Saltmeadows Road letting it slip are next to none..!  Wink

Tongue, let's hope so!

Which buses will be withdrawn when the Streetdecks enter service?

Edit: Had the wrong type of bus!


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

Diamond One
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12 Feb 2016, 11:34 am
(12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am)Michael GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.

Looks nice except I was just about to post it lol
Diamond One
12 Feb 2016, 11:34 am #300

(12 Feb 2016, 10:19 am)Michael GNE have reveled the new brand for the X21 - The Castles Express - http://www.simplygo.com/all-services/the...es-express

Have to say i really like it.

Looks nice except I was just about to post it lol

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