(15 May 2014, 12:33 pm)Dan wrote 5157 on service 9 running 15 minutes late with the Deptford operated 9 running in tandem. A very regular occurrence and makes the frequency increase a pointless exercise...

I've been meaning to ask for ages - does anyone know what Percy Main does to those dual door B10s to make them smell so nice compared to other buses (inc similar examples at Riverside) in the fleet?

http://youtu.be/I8CTscW3dpI

Maybe she got a job at Percy Main once her tv career went t!ts up.

(15 May 2014, 12:33 pm)Dan wrote 5157 on service 9 running 15 minutes late with the Deptford operated 9 running in tandem. A very regular occurrence and makes the frequency increase a pointless exercise...

I've been meaning to ask for ages - does anyone know what Percy Main does to those dual door B10s to make them smell so nice compared to other buses (inc similar examples at Riverside) in the fleet?

I wonder if the short 9's will be dropped?
What happened to the plans to extend the 9 to Northumberland Park via Cobalt? I'm sure there was other plans too?

(15 May 2014, 1:18 pm)Andreos Constantopolous wrote http://youtu.be/I8CTscW3dpI

Maybe she got a job at Percy Main once her tv career went t!ts up.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6mN9X2Ne2k

She had a comeback!

(15 May 2014, 3:31 pm)gtom wrote https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6mN9X2Ne2k

She had a comeback!

Can't remember that one. She seems to 'enjoy' playing with her hoover mind :s

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Logan
Somebody needs to update her wiki page to reflect the sterling work done on the dual door Renowns at Percy Main.

On VOSA today:

PB0003954/297 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Gateshead Interchange and Newcastle Pilgrim Street given service number 51,52 effective from 02-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

PB0003954/558 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Metrocentre Interchange and Wardley Terminus given service number 67 effective from 02-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

(15 May 2014, 3:44 pm)Jimmi wrote On VOSA today:

PB0003954/297 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Gateshead Interchange and Newcastle Pilgrim Street given service number 51,52 effective from 02-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

Could this be why 8306-8309 and 8319 haven't been Branded Yet, as the 51/52 will require a PVR Increase from 02-Jun-2014. Just a wild guess which would make a lot of sense, Question what will be used on the 39 instead.

(15 May 2014, 3:59 pm)NEBCD Malarkey wrote Could this be why 8306-8309 and 8319 haven't been Branded Yet, as the 51/52 will require a PVR Increase from 02-Jun-2014. Just a wild guess which would make a lot of sense, Question what will be used on the 39 instead.

I'm sure it's always been a mistake on the VOSA registrations/variations for the Orbit, so not sure if it's going to be extended to Newcastle?

(15 May 2014, 3:41 pm)Andreos Constantopolous wrote Can't remember that one. She seems to 'enjoy' playing with her hoover mind :s

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Logan
Somebody needs to update her wiki page to reflect the sterling work done on the dual door Renowns at Percy Main.

Looks like someone has already done it!

Away from the TV and stage, Logan reportedly works at a North Tyneside bus depot, ensuring a fleet of buses smell nicer than their counterparts in Gateshead.

(15 May 2014, 4:09 pm)Andreos Constantopolous wrote Looks like someone has already done it!

Haha!

(15 May 2014, 8:54 am)Michael wrote Tbh i dont think they need 3 doors, its a complete waste of time, seats could of being used in the area of the doors, isnt like 300k each for 1?
Money could of being used else where in country for transport improvments BUT because its London.. they have to have it...

I'd argue that they do in London, having made several rush hour trips this year alone. The whole boarding and alighting process in London is like clockwork. You would never get what you get up here: oap gets on bus, and has a scrape around for their pass. Takes two or three attempts to scan said pass. Has another scrape around this time in the Metro newspaper box. Meanwhile the drivers waiting for them to sit down.

(13 May 2014, 8:52 pm)Andreos Constantopolous wrote Spoilt for choice in Lumley for landmarks!

a few members of the FPF "on patrol" when I was on the 71 coming through Avenue Vivian earlier this afternoon - sitting in their front gardens & watching buses. The sun was out though ! The parking wasn't great this afternoon and it was a bit tight in places - I suspect they'll need to behave or its only a matter of time before it gets noticed.

(15 May 2014, 4:22 pm)busman101 wrote a few members of the FPF "on patrol" when I was on the 71 coming through Avenue Vivian earlier this afternoon - sitting in their front gardens & watching buses. The sun was out though ! The parking wasn't great this afternoon and it was a bit tight in places - I suspect they'll need to behave or its only a matter of time before it gets noticed.

Told you before, that isn't our style. Aureolin has obviously spotted our shenanigans when he has been out and about (see his post on the Borismaster).

The FPF disassociate ourselves from anything the brethren of Avenue Vivian get up to.

(15 May 2014, 4:31 pm)Andreos Constantopolous wrote Told you before, that isn't our style. Aureolin has obviously spotted our shenanigans when he has been out and about (see his post on the Borismaster).

The FPF disassociate ourselves from anything the brethren of Avenue Vivian get up to.

Sounds like Aureolin was on my bus on the way home last night as that exact scenario was played out, along with lots of questions on the nearest stop for the Empire Theatre in Sunderland - in fairness, the driver was brilliant, but the queue on Ropery Lane didn't seem too happy !

(15 May 2014, 4:37 pm)busman101 wrote Sounds like Aureolin was on my bus on the way home last night as that exact scenario was played out, along with lots of questions on the nearest stop for the Empire Theatre in Sunderland - in fairness, the driver was brilliant, but the queue on Ropery Lane didn't seem too happy !

The 78 is just a short walk home after getting off in Woodstone Village for many FPF members

On 4900 and its sounding good for its age

(15 May 2014, 3:44 pm)Jimmi wrote On VOSA today:

PB0003954/297 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Gateshead Interchange and Newcastle Pilgrim Street given service number 51,52 effective from 02-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

PB0003954/558 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Metrocentre Interchange and Wardley Terminus given service number 67 effective from 02-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

Changes for the 27 has also being added:

PB0003954/351 - GO NORTH EAST LIMITED, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA
Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between South Shields, Market and Newcastle, Market Street given service number 27/27A effective from 16-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

(15 May 2014, 3:59 pm)NEBCD Malarkey wrote Could this be why 8306-8309 and 8319 haven't been Branded Yet, as the 51/52 will require a PVR Increase from 02-Jun-2014. Just a wild guess which would make a lot of sense, Question what will be used on the 39 instead.

The VOSA thing is wrong, shame because why not extend it to Newcastle, could get more passengers?

(15 May 2014, 4:19 pm)aureolin wrote I'd argue that they do in London, having made several rush hour trips this year alone. The whole boarding and alighting process in London is like clockwork. You would never get what you get up here: oap gets on bus, and has a scrape around for their pass. Takes two or three attempts to scan said pass. Has another scrape around this time in the Metro newspaper box. Meanwhile the drivers waiting for them to sit down.

And you don't have all the muppets legging it to the bus at the last minute during peak time only having the decency to offer a £20 note for a £1.50 fare. Should be like Lothian. Exact fare only and they never run late (only by a minute or 2 at the most).

Another registration on VOSA:

PB0002400/444 - GO NORTHERN LTD T/A GO NORTH EAST, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between South Shields Market and Hebburn Lukes Lane Estate given service number 88 / 88A effective from 16-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

(15 May 2014, 6:47 pm)Jimmi wrote Another registration on VOSA:

PB0002400/444 - GO NORTHERN LTD T/A GO NORTH EAST, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between South Shields Market and Hebburn Lukes Lane Estate given service number 88 / 88A effective from 16-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

Seems to be a few changes in June for GNE

(15 May 2014, 6:47 pm)Jimmi wrote Another registration on VOSA:

PB0002400/444 - GO NORTHERN LTD T/A GO NORTH EAST, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA

Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between South Shields Market and Hebburn Lukes Lane Estate given service number 88 / 88A effective from 16-Jun-2014. To amend Route and Timetable.

oh no thats my local route and i have a feeling that the route change is where i live

(15 May 2014, 5:57 pm)Michael wrote The VOSA thing is wrong, shame because why not extend it to Newcastle, could get more passengers?

I'm not sure, because some areas such as Deckham, Felling Square, Heworth, Fewster Square are served by the 57 and 58 and Low Fell and Wrekenton are served by a very frequent service to Newcastle.

It would be good for residents of Carr Hill Road, Leam Lane Estate (Grange Crescent, Meresyde, Millford), Springwell Estate (daytimes) and some areas of Low Fell which are further away from a service to Newcastle, requiring a change at Gateshead, but I think the Orbit Switcha is good value.

(15 May 2014, 6:52 pm)danpick wrote oh no thats my local route and i have a feeling that the route change is where i live

If it's the 27 (and non-existent 27A) as well, it might be the Finchale Road works. However, I think they start later than the 16th June?

(15 May 2014, 6:54 pm)BJ10VUS wrote If it's the 27 (and non-existent 27A) as well, it might be the Finchale Road works. However, I think they start later than the 16th June?

it is then

DAF SB120/Wright Cadet 8243 is the next "South Tyne" Cadet to arrive at Saltmeadows for repaint.

(16 May 2014, 9:10 am)Dan wrote DAF SB120/Wright Cadet 8243 is the next "South Tyne" Cadet to arrive at Saltmeadows for repaint.

Hopefully they repair the fuel cap thing too... looks a right mess!

X3 which has just left Heworth for Monkwearmouth was empty, looks daft because its a Vyking

When are the fast cat scanias up for interior refurbs?

The ones before 5204 etc got branded for them?

The interior is really dirty, needs a proper scrub

(16 May 2014, 1:38 pm)Michael wrote When are the fast cat scanias up for interior refurbs?

The ones before 5204 etc got branded for them?

The interior is really dirty, needs a proper scrub

4954/55 and 4973-76 were only internally refurbished at the back end of 2012.

(16 May 2014, 1:44 pm)Dan wrote 4954/55 and 4973-76 were only internally refurbished at the back end of 2012.

:O thought it was longer than that

Its a right mess.

What is next for the interior refurb?

More of the Omnicitys?