(30 Dec 2013, 11:07 am)Michael Was just wondering, since changes haven't being posted i was just wondering if anyone knew anything about these.
It does seem logic that the 29 could replace the 38 and 238 could replace the 38A - or other way around.
I think both will need bigger buses,
238 - it could get a frequency increase, how ever it does seem likely, Not sure if it will go every 30 mins or 20 mins.
265 - How are the MPD's coping on their?, i haven't seen it since it last changed.
That's my guesses anyway - Changes need to posted soon because tbh it's got some big change in the area's, to me posting the changes on the 6th January is to late... They should post them today....
If this was the Angel and it had changes for the 26.1.14 - changes would of being posted last week...
Edit:
Iv'e ask them on their FB when changes will be out... i said, is it gonna be a few before changes happen or the week before the whole network changes?
(30 Dec 2013, 11:07 am)Michael Was just wondering, since changes haven't being posted i was just wondering if anyone knew anything about these.
It does seem logic that the 29 could replace the 38 and 238 could replace the 38A - or other way around.
I think both will need bigger buses,
238 - it could get a frequency increase, how ever it does seem likely, Not sure if it will go every 30 mins or 20 mins.
265 - How are the MPD's coping on their?, i haven't seen it since it last changed.
That's my guesses anyway - Changes need to posted soon because tbh it's got some big change in the area's, to me posting the changes on the 6th January is to late... They should post them today....
If this was the Angel and it had changes for the 26.1.14 - changes would of being posted last week...
Edit:
Iv'e ask them on their FB when changes will be out... i said, is it gonna be a few before changes happen or the week before the whole network changes?
Has anyone heard of an incident with a Drifter Streetlite recently, one of the lads I know mentioned it, but didn't get the full story as we were both in a hurry in seperate ways...
Also what is wrong with the LCD Display on 8306, saw it at the Toll Bar earlier flashing like a pervert in a trenchcoat...Seems to have had that problem for ages
Also another problem today, 8307 had problems opening the doors inside the drivers cab, I had to press the outside button to get on and had to use the button over the door to get off with the driver having to get out the cab at most stops...8307 was apparantly was replaced as the the bus it replaced had the same problem
(30 Dec 2013, 2:05 pm)fozzovmurton Also what is wrong with the LCD Display on 8306, saw it at the Toll Bar earlier flashing like a pervert in a trenchcoat...Seems to have had that problem for ages
(30 Dec 2013, 2:05 pm)fozzovmurton Also what is wrong with the LCD Display on 8306, saw it at the Toll Bar earlier flashing like a pervert in a trenchcoat...Seems to have had that problem for ages
(30 Dec 2013, 10:24 am)CatsFast101 I've heard although don't take anything for gospel, that the X7 will be getting Solars later this year but not in January as we all hoped. Also, I was speaking to a employe of Deptford and they reckon management say the MPD's at Peterlee have 4 years service in them yet! Can't see some of those buses lasting that long!
(30 Dec 2013, 10:24 am)CatsFast101 I've heard although don't take anything for gospel, that the X7 will be getting Solars later this year but not in January as we all hoped. Also, I was speaking to a employe of Deptford and they reckon management say the MPD's at Peterlee have 4 years service in them yet! Can't see some of those buses lasting that long!
Canny one I forgot about on the 37 the other day (a GNE operated 37).
Not sure the driver was too sure about my Day Rover ticket.
The look of puzzlement, the few moments thinking with the tongue in the corner of his mouth and then the realisation that a Nexus ticket can be used on a Nexus service...
No idea whether he registered it into the machine or not, but we eventually went on our merry way.
Abit off topic, just wondering, what were the original reasons the Citaros were taken off the Citylink service, Was it because they thought the bendis would suit the route better, with a bigger capicity, despite the fact the route has downgraded on size.
Now being Versas, do these vehicles have a larger capicity than the Citaros that were originally on the route (are these the ones on the diamond now?)
Personally i prefered that livery, over the orange on the versas.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:08 pm)Ely1992 Abit off topic, just wondering, what were the original reasons the Citaros were taken off the Citylink service, Was it because they thought the bendis would suit the route better, with a bigger capicity, despite the fact the route has downgraded on size.
Now being Versas, do these vehicles have a larger capicity than the Citaros that were originally on the route (are these the ones on the diamond now?)
Personally i prefered that livery, over the orange on the versas.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:08 pm)Ely1992 Abit off topic, just wondering, what were the original reasons the Citaros were taken off the Citylink service, Was it because they thought the bendis would suit the route better, with a bigger capicity, despite the fact the route has downgraded on size.
Now being Versas, do these vehicles have a larger capicity than the Citaros that were originally on the route (are these the ones on the diamond now?)
Personally i prefered that livery, over the orange on the versas.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:08 pm)Ely1992 Abit off topic, just wondering, what were the original reasons the Citaros were taken off the Citylink service, Was it because they thought the bendis would suit the route better, with a bigger capicity, despite the fact the route has downgraded on size.
Now being Versas, do these vehicles have a larger capicity than the Citaros that were originally on the route (are these the ones on the diamond now?)
Personally i prefered that livery, over the orange on the versas.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:08 pm)Ely1992 Abit off topic, just wondering, what were the original reasons the Citaros were taken off the Citylink service, Was it because they thought the bendis would suit the route better, with a bigger capicity, despite the fact the route has downgraded on size.
Now being Versas, do these vehicles have a larger capicity than the Citaros that were originally on the route (are these the ones on the diamond now?)
Personally i prefered that livery, over the orange on the versas.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:14 pm)northtynelinks2 Yes, those Citaros are indeed the ones on the Diamond.
Personally, im not too sure but I think it had something to do with the capacity at peak times, they trialled a bendy and decided that it was the best option so they got some. I think those artics were worn down though off the London life, hence why they were so unreliable, if they had been purchased new, it would still use them now.
However, also going back a bit, why did they trial a Versa on the Diamond if Go North East say that the route wont get new veichles for a while yet.
(30 Dec 2013, 11:14 pm)northtynelinks2 Yes, those Citaros are indeed the ones on the Diamond.
Personally, im not too sure but I think it had something to do with the capacity at peak times, they trialled a bendy and decided that it was the best option so they got some. I think those artics were worn down though off the London life, hence why they were so unreliable, if they had been purchased new, it would still use them now.
However, also going back a bit, why did they trial a Versa on the Diamond if Go North East say that the route wont get new veichles for a while yet.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:36 am)CatsFast101 No ones 'pulled my leg' so to speak at all, I've heard this from a depot manager. And with regards to the fab 57, unlikely to receive citaros yes. But ToonLink with better vehicles than cityLink?
(31 Dec 2013, 11:36 am)CatsFast101 No ones 'pulled my leg' so to speak at all, I've heard this from a depot manager. And with regards to the fab 57, unlikely to receive citaros yes. But ToonLink with better vehicles than cityLink?
(31 Dec 2013, 12:39 am)JP6004 The demonstrator was in service on the diamond and 58
(31 Dec 2013, 12:39 am)JP6004 The demonstrator was in service on the diamond and 58
(31 Dec 2013, 11:44 am)northtynelinks2 I know but there still wasn't any point in trialling it on Diamond since it isn't actually going to get an upgrade for a few years get (as Go North East say).
(31 Dec 2013, 11:44 am)northtynelinks2 I know but there still wasn't any point in trialling it on Diamond since it isn't actually going to get an upgrade for a few years get (as Go North East say).
(31 Dec 2013, 11:44 am)northtynelinks2 I know but there still wasn't any point in trialling it on Diamond since it isn't actually going to get an upgrade for a few years get (as Go North East say).
(31 Dec 2013, 11:44 am)northtynelinks2 I know but there still wasn't any point in trialling it on Diamond since it isn't actually going to get an upgrade for a few years get (as Go North East say).
(31 Dec 2013, 11:49 am)BJ10VUS Yes, there is a point. The 'Diamond' services are one of GNEs more challenging routes and it is a chance for them to test the vehicles to see how they perform.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:49 am)BJ10VUS Yes, there is a point. The 'Diamond' services are one of GNEs more challenging routes and it is a chance for them to test the vehicles to see how they perform.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:40 am)Dan Hmm, about the X7?
We've discussed in the past how you can't always trust what you hear from employees based at depots, as they aren't necessarily told things first. Members of management, such as Rob, may know a little better...
How do you know that the "Toon Link" network (or at least some of the services held within that network) aren't more profitable than "Citylink" service 58?
(31 Dec 2013, 11:40 am)Dan Hmm, about the X7?
We've discussed in the past how you can't always trust what you hear from employees based at depots, as they aren't necessarily told things first. Members of management, such as Rob, may know a little better...
How do you know that the "Toon Link" network (or at least some of the services held within that network) aren't more profitable than "Citylink" service 58?
(31 Dec 2013, 11:53 am)CatsFast101 And I'm just saying what I got told, everyone has got information wrong. A couple of months you suggested the 61 would become northern branded using cadets! It's now in SimpliCity branding using Versas! Haha! It's worth mentioning that information hasn't just come from a driver (no offence intended to the drivers) but from a senior staff member.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:53 am)CatsFast101 Well maybe they may but the vehicles used in the past show the 58 has some of the best as you said earlier the Citaro is the best vehicle within the fleet. Where as ToonLink has had Arriva cast offs.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:53 am)CatsFast101 And I'm just saying what I got told, everyone has got information wrong. A couple of months you suggested the 61 would become northern branded using cadets! It's now in SimpliCity branding using Versas! Haha! It's worth mentioning that information hasn't just come from a driver (no offence intended to the drivers) but from a senior staff member.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:53 am)CatsFast101 Well maybe they may but the vehicles used in the past show the 58 has some of the best as you said earlier the Citaro is the best vehicle within the fleet. Where as ToonLink has had Arriva cast offs.
(31 Dec 2013, 11:58 am)Dan Everyone has got information wrong? Or plans have changed? Completely different things, my friend.
This quote is why I'm so reluctant to give direct information out as opposed to hints (which you and a few others requested a few weeks ago), because people like you are dickish about it if things change, and you're clearly incapable of understanding and/or appreciating how things often have to change to maximise profits whilst also lowering costs where appropriate also.
Last minute decisions aren't always the best ones. A lot of factors have to be taken into consideration, including cost, and these factors are often demonstrated in the last minute plans. This is obvious with all companies, not just Go North East or indeed companies in this industry.
On a related note - those of a higher position at Crook depot are still of the opinion that "Pronto" service X21 is still in line to receive Citaro vehicles, when Rob has suggested otherwise...
Who am I gonna go with (if I want to stand a chance of being right)? Management... or depot employees?
There's a correct time for everything to be upgraded and/or invested in, and maybe in the past the "Toon Link" network has not been able to justify brand new vehicles as it now possibly can.
It's quite likely a few changes could be lined up - what if only two of the four "Toon Link" services remained within this brand and the other two were ditched?
You also have to consider the suitability of Versas as opposed to a more heavy weight vehicle which they are currently allocated.
I guess we'll never know, and I best not reveal much more... If things change, someone like you will come along and be dickish about it.... Learn to appreciate the information NEB's GNE representatives (members of management) give... You'll be able to learn a lot more, that way. If you can read into the hints, that is!
(31 Dec 2013, 11:58 am)Dan Everyone has got information wrong? Or plans have changed? Completely different things, my friend.
This quote is why I'm so reluctant to give direct information out as opposed to hints (which you and a few others requested a few weeks ago), because people like you are dickish about it if things change, and you're clearly incapable of understanding and/or appreciating how things often have to change to maximise profits whilst also lowering costs where appropriate also.
Last minute decisions aren't always the best ones. A lot of factors have to be taken into consideration, including cost, and these factors are often demonstrated in the last minute plans. This is obvious with all companies, not just Go North East or indeed companies in this industry.
On a related note - those of a higher position at Crook depot are still of the opinion that "Pronto" service X21 is still in line to receive Citaro vehicles, when Rob has suggested otherwise...
Who am I gonna go with (if I want to stand a chance of being right)? Management... or depot employees?
There's a correct time for everything to be upgraded and/or invested in, and maybe in the past the "Toon Link" network has not been able to justify brand new vehicles as it now possibly can.
It's quite likely a few changes could be lined up - what if only two of the four "Toon Link" services remained within this brand and the other two were ditched?
You also have to consider the suitability of Versas as opposed to a more heavy weight vehicle which they are currently allocated.
I guess we'll never know, and I best not reveal much more... If things change, someone like you will come along and be dickish about it.... Learn to appreciate the information NEB's GNE representatives (members of management) give... You'll be able to learn a lot more, that way. If you can read into the hints, that is!
