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L469 YVK



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08 Sep 2021, 9:57 pm #1
What is 6043 being repained into?
L469 YVK
08 Sep 2021, 9:57 pm #1

What is 6043 being repained into?

Malarkey



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30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm #2
Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.
Malarkey
30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm #2

Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.

Keeiajs

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30 Sep 2021, 8:02 pm #3
(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/nebp2/5153...otostream/

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.
Streetlites I believe, as they need to be Euro 6, therefore Veras will chance to go to Deptford or Washington.

Also what if there are no euro 6 spares...when the time comes especially from Deptford, or Washington with limited euro 6 buses.
Keeiajs
30 Sep 2021, 8:02 pm #3

(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/nebp2/5153...otostream/

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.
Streetlites I believe, as they need to be Euro 6, therefore Veras will chance to go to Deptford or Washington.

Also what if there are no euro 6 spares...when the time comes especially from Deptford, or Washington with limited euro 6 buses.

30 Sep 2021, 8:19 pm #4
(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.

Not sure what I think of the colours tbh, I'm not a big fan of the rear being a lighter colour than the front. But I'll reserve judgement until I see it in person
streetdeckfan
30 Sep 2021, 8:19 pm #4

(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.

Not sure what I think of the colours tbh, I'm not a big fan of the rear being a lighter colour than the front. But I'll reserve judgement until I see it in person

ne14ne1



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30 Sep 2021, 8:23 pm #5
(30 Sep 2021, 8:19 pm)streetdeckfan Not sure what I think of the colours tbh, I'm not a big fan of the rear being a lighter colour than the front. But I'll reserve judgement until I see it in person

Yeah, same. Sad
ne14ne1
30 Sep 2021, 8:23 pm #5

(30 Sep 2021, 8:19 pm)streetdeckfan Not sure what I think of the colours tbh, I'm not a big fan of the rear being a lighter colour than the front. But I'll reserve judgement until I see it in person

Yeah, same. Sad

L469 YVK



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30 Sep 2021, 8:31 pm #6
(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.
So I take it that means 6084 & 6085 will form the Tyne Valley Ten PVR? No doubt the 56 will need 2x spare (6086 & 87) for Euro 6 unless Deptford will have other Euro 6 vehicles to play with and only need 6087.

What will eventually happen with 6099? Obviously it hasn't been needed at Percy Main since January 2020.
L469 YVK
30 Sep 2021, 8:31 pm #6

(30 Sep 2021, 7:59 pm)Malarkey Looks like 6043-6048 will be the B9's allocated to the Red Kite Ranger - https://www.flickr.com/photos/daftlad1/5...9984562735

I wonder what is planned for the 25 as that could do with something bigger the Midi-Versa judging by recent loadings for the journey's I have been on, as Dan has stated previously it does not warrant a double decker being allocated other than the odd peak journey for schools etc.
So I take it that means 6084 & 6085 will form the Tyne Valley Ten PVR? No doubt the 56 will need 2x spare (6086 & 87) for Euro 6 unless Deptford will have other Euro 6 vehicles to play with and only need 6087.

What will eventually happen with 6099? Obviously it hasn't been needed at Percy Main since January 2020.

Train8261



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30 Sep 2021, 8:41 pm #7
6100 had left Percy Main to move to Riverside or Hexham which now places the odd Coaster StreetLite on the 309/310/311
Train8261
30 Sep 2021, 8:41 pm #7

6100 had left Percy Main to move to Riverside or Hexham which now places the odd Coaster StreetLite on the 309/310/311

Keeiajs

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30 Sep 2021, 8:51 pm #8
(30 Sep 2021, 8:41 pm)Train8261 6100 had left Percy Main to move to Riverside or Hexham which now places the odd Coaster StreetLite on the 309/310/311
I mean for washington, are only the OmniCitys, and Xlines & 6099 ofcourse Euro6, or are there others. 
Because I can imagine Hexham/Deptford/Washington struggling for euro 6. Also are all xlines branded buses & tyndale links euro 6?

Also, all the Omnidekka are Euro 4/5 & 3941-3965 are Euro 4
Keeiajs
30 Sep 2021, 8:51 pm #8

(30 Sep 2021, 8:41 pm)Train8261 6100 had left Percy Main to move to Riverside or Hexham which now places the odd Coaster StreetLite on the 309/310/311
I mean for washington, are only the OmniCitys, and Xlines & 6099 ofcourse Euro6, or are there others. 
Because I can imagine Hexham/Deptford/Washington struggling for euro 6. Also are all xlines branded buses & tyndale links euro 6?

Also, all the Omnidekka are Euro 4/5 & 3941-3965 are Euro 4

Tiger5105



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30 Sep 2021, 9:43 pm #9
When Consett gets the B9's for the Red Kite Ranger then there will surely be excess Euro 6 buses there. 6336, 6338-40 , 2 light green Streetdecks and 6376-77. Id expect some of those to move to support other depots with Euro 6 spares. If Consett are keeping spares I'd guess at some E400's to allow for the X30. Also if rumours are right 6304-7 will be available. So potentially Consett will release approx 7 -10 buses that are Euro 6
Tiger5105
30 Sep 2021, 9:43 pm #9

When Consett gets the B9's for the Red Kite Ranger then there will surely be excess Euro 6 buses there. 6336, 6338-40 , 2 light green Streetdecks and 6376-77. Id expect some of those to move to support other depots with Euro 6 spares. If Consett are keeping spares I'd guess at some E400's to allow for the X30. Also if rumours are right 6304-7 will be available. So potentially Consett will release approx 7 -10 buses that are Euro 6

Malarkey



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01 Oct 2021, 8:08 pm #10
(30 Sep 2021, 8:31 pm)L469 YVK So I take it that means 6084 & 6085 will form the Tyne Valley Ten PVR? No doubt the 56 will need 2x spare (6086 & 87) for Euro 6 unless Deptford will have other Euro 6 vehicles to play with and only need 6087.

What will eventually happen with 6099? Obviously it hasn't been needed at Percy Main since January 2020.

6099 is currently used as a spare on Xlines X1
Malarkey
01 Oct 2021, 8:08 pm #10

(30 Sep 2021, 8:31 pm)L469 YVK So I take it that means 6084 & 6085 will form the Tyne Valley Ten PVR? No doubt the 56 will need 2x spare (6086 & 87) for Euro 6 unless Deptford will have other Euro 6 vehicles to play with and only need 6087.

What will eventually happen with 6099? Obviously it hasn't been needed at Percy Main since January 2020.

6099 is currently used as a spare on Xlines X1

Train8261



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05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am #11
6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like
Train8261
05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am #11

6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like

05 Oct 2021, 9:55 am #12
(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like
I'll have to keep a look out today while I'm in the area!

Maybe it's the weather, but the neon green 10s don't actually look too bad in person, I think the blue at the back is a tad too dark though

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streetdeckfan
05 Oct 2021, 9:55 am #12

(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like
I'll have to keep a look out today while I'm in the area!

Maybe it's the weather, but the neon green 10s don't actually look too bad in person, I think the blue at the back is a tad too dark though

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ne14ne1



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05 Oct 2021, 11:11 am #13
(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like

Don’t worry, I’m sure it’ll dry off.

Also, could we not just keep the corporate streetdecks on the 47. Big Grin Much smarter.
ne14ne1
05 Oct 2021, 11:11 am #13

(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like

Don’t worry, I’m sure it’ll dry off.

Also, could we not just keep the corporate streetdecks on the 47. Big Grin Much smarter.

Dan

Site Administrator

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05 Oct 2021, 12:19 pm #14
(05 Oct 2021, 11:11 am)ne14ne1 Don’t worry, I’m sure it’ll dry off.

Also, could we not just keep the corporate streetdecks on the 47. Big Grin  Much smarter.

Not if you want other services to have an appropriate number of spare vehicles (ensuring continuity of quality provided, CAZ compliance, etc).
Dan
05 Oct 2021, 12:19 pm #14

(05 Oct 2021, 11:11 am)ne14ne1 Don’t worry, I’m sure it’ll dry off.

Also, could we not just keep the corporate streetdecks on the 47. Big Grin  Much smarter.

Not if you want other services to have an appropriate number of spare vehicles (ensuring continuity of quality provided, CAZ compliance, etc).

ne14ne1



1,508
05 Oct 2021, 12:26 pm #15
(05 Oct 2021, 12:19 pm)Dan Not if you want other services to have an appropriate number of spare vehicles (ensuring continuity of quality provided, CAZ compliance, etc).

Is it too late to have the 47’s allocation of B9’s put in Corporate livery then? Wink
ne14ne1
05 Oct 2021, 12:26 pm #15

(05 Oct 2021, 12:19 pm)Dan Not if you want other services to have an appropriate number of spare vehicles (ensuring continuity of quality provided, CAZ compliance, etc).

Is it too late to have the 47’s allocation of B9’s put in Corporate livery then? Wink

Keeiajs

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05 Oct 2021, 12:48 pm #16
(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like
ooo erm the livery....hmm.
Keeiajs
05 Oct 2021, 12:48 pm #16

(05 Oct 2021, 9:35 am)Train8261 6043 back in service today in Red Kite Ranger

https://flic.kr/p/2mxBXEX

Worst day to be put into service like
ooo erm the livery....hmm.

Train8261



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05 Oct 2021, 1:27 pm #17
(05 Oct 2021, 12:48 pm)Keeiajs ooo erm the livery....hmm.
I like it. Nice to see the red kite name return
Train8261
05 Oct 2021, 1:27 pm #17

(05 Oct 2021, 12:48 pm)Keeiajs ooo erm the livery....hmm.
I like it. Nice to see the red kite name return

Keeiajs

563891

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05 Oct 2021, 1:32 pm #18
(05 Oct 2021, 1:27 pm)Train8261 I like it. Nice to see the red kite name return
i like the front of it, I think the Red Kite Ranger name could be a bit bigger.

it is mainly the rear colours...which I am not really a fan of.
Keeiajs
05 Oct 2021, 1:32 pm #18

(05 Oct 2021, 1:27 pm)Train8261 I like it. Nice to see the red kite name return
i like the front of it, I think the Red Kite Ranger name could be a bit bigger.

it is mainly the rear colours...which I am not really a fan of.

ne14ne1



1,508
05 Oct 2021, 1:34 pm #19
(05 Oct 2021, 1:32 pm)Keeiajs i like the front of it, I think the Red Kite Ranger name could be a bit bigger.

it is mainly the rear colours...which I am not really a fan of.

Rather twee and East Yorkshirey around the rear, isn’t it.
ne14ne1
05 Oct 2021, 1:34 pm #19

(05 Oct 2021, 1:32 pm)Keeiajs i like the front of it, I think the Red Kite Ranger name could be a bit bigger.

it is mainly the rear colours...which I am not really a fan of.

Rather twee and East Yorkshirey around the rear, isn’t it.

Keeiajs

563891

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05 Oct 2021, 1:38 pm #20
(05 Oct 2021, 1:34 pm)ne14ne1 Rather twee and East Yorkshirey around the rear, isn’t it
It might be to connect with the Xlines in that type of colour, but I would rather a green maybe.
Keeiajs
05 Oct 2021, 1:38 pm #20

(05 Oct 2021, 1:34 pm)ne14ne1 Rather twee and East Yorkshirey around the rear, isn’t it
It might be to connect with the Xlines in that type of colour, but I would rather a green maybe.

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