(26 May 2021, 6:49 pm)GNE6312 wrote Now that intu don't own metrocentre are the X66 streetlites getting repainted?

(26 May 2021, 8:21 pm)streetdeckfan wrote IIRC, they're working with the new owners to come up with a new livery for them.
Although, having seen Metrocentre's new logo, I'd guess they aren't really that interested!

(26 May 2021, 8:33 pm)Micheal Aaron wrote I doubt the intu buses will be debrand. There's only 3 left in the intu. Tbh they should even change the buses. Citaros probably as I was on one the other day. Was a nice ride compared to the StreetLite. Also has NSA

(26 May 2021, 8:33 pm)Micheal Aaron wrote I doubt the intu buses will be debrand. There's only 3 left in the intu. Tbh they should even change the buses. Citaros probably as I was on one the other day. Was a nice ride compared to the StreetLite. Also has NSA

(26 May 2021, 8:47 pm)GNE6312 wrote I was thinking of using the brand X-lines shuttle for the X66 or even metro shuttle (of course that'll be after the MS vaccination bus is done also a good idea might be getting new buses such as the new single decker streetdeck seeing as that seems like it had more seats than a streetdeck abd with the X66 it's the more seats the better

(26 May 2021, 8:49 pm)streetdeckfan wrote

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I think they should bring back Centre Link, but with a more modern livery.

(26 May 2021, 8:47 pm)OrangeArrow49 wrote NSA isn't really important on the X66, as it just links Gateshead Interchange and the Metrocentre. 

(26 May 2021, 9:03 pm)ne14ne1 wrote If they can afford to commission an agency to continually come up with ‘brands’ and liveries, and repaint vehicles regularly, and spec interiors to include unnecessary things like under seat lighting and tables with LED strips around them, then you’d damn well hope NSAs would make the priority list too to make the service accessible to all.

(26 May 2021, 9:03 pm)ne14ne1 wrote NSA is certainly important to blind and partially sighted people, among others too. It confirms if they’ve gotten on the right service, if they’re heading in the right direction, and announces upcoming stops. The X66 has a few intermediate stop doesn’t it? If so I’m sure blind and partially sighted passengers would find it helpful to know where they are so they know when to get off - they may not be heading to the end of the route.

If they can afford to commission an agency to continually come up with ‘brands’ and liveries, and repaint vehicles regularly, and spec interiors to include unnecessary things like under seat lighting and tables with LED strips around them, then you’d damn well hope NSAs would make the priority list too to make the service accessible to all.

(26 May 2021, 9:25 pm)OrangeArrow49 wrote I fully understand the importance of NSAs, and sometimes like them, and they have been useful to me in the past. But when you regularly use the same few services and get familiar with the places, they seem repetitive and just noise on an otherwise quiet ride. People have managed this long without them. Regardless, I only meant NSAs are not really important on the X66 compared to other longer services, like the 42/A and 74 should be more of a priority than shorter journeys like the X66. Very short, limited stop type services don't really need announcements, the driver is able to confirm the service and direction. Stagecoach don't have NSAs on the majority of their services, which is a shame.

(26 May 2021, 9:34 pm)Micheal Aaron wrote Tbh the Metro Shuttle Versas should be put on the X66 with a third one branded metro Shuttle. They have the name Metro Shuttle anyway as that's what the X66 is. Its a Shuttle which links Metrocentre to Gateshead. Being easy as they already have NSA and they only have to debrand part of it and just leave the name on

(26 May 2021, 9:30 pm)ne14ne1 wrote Unbelievable. 
People haven’t managed this long without them! Many blind or partially sighted people just haven’t felt enabled to use public transport independently without such aids.

Anyway, back to repaints.

(11 Jun 2021, 9:58 am)Micheal Aaron wrote Seems like a stupid question. But what is 6064 now. Cause it ain't a Volvo B5LH anymore

(11 Jun 2021, 10:03 am)streetdeckfan wrote I believe the only difference is they've disconnected the hybrid system, the engine and gearbox are still the same (Although I could be mistaken on that) although have been modified to meet Euro 6.

Plus, I believe B5LH only refers to the chassis and not the drivetrain, it's still a B5LH

(11 Jun 2021, 10:03 am)streetdeckfan wrote I believe the only difference is they've disconnected the hybrid system, the engine and gearbox are still the same (Although I could be mistaken on that) although have been modified to meet Euro 6.

Plus, I believe B5LH only refers to the chassis and not the drivetrain, it's still a B5LH

The name of the chassis stands for:

B - Bus
10 - 10 (9.6) litre engine
B - Back/Rear mounted engine
LE - Low-entry

(11 Jun 2021, 11:29 am)Andreos1 wrote Going off previous Volvo engined examples (B5, B7, B10), the number relates to the engine.

No idea if they use the L for the positioning of the engine like Bristol did for the VR's.
Always guessed the H was to indicate the hybrid element.

(Edit: Taken from wiki for the B10BLE.
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As for this example, I've no idea what size engine is now in it, never mind the manufacturer.

(15 Jun 2021, 3:59 pm)Rapidsnap wrote Volvo B9TL /  Wright Eclipse Gemini 2 number 6101 has been repainted out of Cobalt and Coast livery....

... into a red and cream heritage livery with Tynemouth fleetnames in NBC style on nearside and original on offside to celebrate 100 years of bus operation on North Tyneside. Looks brill but couldn't get a photo as it had been parked on the rolling road in Percy Main depot.

(15 Jun 2021, 6:53 pm)V514DFT wrote Judging by your descripton it sounds proper smart