(11/06/2015 21:41)CX54 DKD Wrote: [ -> ]Most drivers prefer a fabric seat I believe, less sweaty!! I do find it somewhat ridiculous however that the refurbishment of these vehicles is being prioritised ahead of other vehicles such as Cadets, Commanders and younger Pulsars.
The pulsars will be around for another 10 years where as the cadets, commanders considerably less.
Most of the Cadets and Commanders in the area are allready refurbished, it's just the minority that aren't.
4213 out on the 47. Unusual for a weekday.
(17/06/2015 09:27)Dentonian Wrote: [ -> ]Why would buses younger than 5yo need refurbishment? Historically, buses only get any refurbishment (noticable to the travelling public) half way through their normal working life - which for a standard 'decker or full size single-decker would be about 8yo.
More specifically, which buses will be involved in this programme and how long will it take? I'm guessing its 3033-46 and advantage of a reduced PVR over the school holidays means it will be at least September before they are all done.
2701/2702 are showing on this months allocation as Southport paint programme cover
(17/06/2015 09:27)Dentonian Wrote: [ -> ]Why would buses younger than 5yo need refurbishment? Historically, buses only get any refurbishment (noticable to the travelling public) half way through their normal working life - which for a standard 'decker or full size single-decker would be about 8yo.
Typo, meant older. I was thinking in terms of lower reg plate numbers as I typed the post.
The Pulsars receiving treatment are hardly in a dire condition inside and are already in new standard livery whilst a good amount of the aforementioned vehicles (particularly at some garages) have still yet to be touched since new.
Volvo B10BLE 2727 is on the 375 credit to bolton bus basher
With credit to Arriva Southport Facebook Page 2643 is on loan from Green Lane
Shame I missed the Volvo on 375/385s but considering work beckons these days I'm unable to get out and about as much as I used to
