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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
There is a Bootle driver on here that has explained it with the Mmcs. Think he said that the Mmcs lose time due to to something to do with door. That they are kept to 62/63 because of it as lost time is easier to make up. I'm sure he will explain it again. |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
(21/10/2018 21:05)MPTE1955 Wrote: There is a Bootle driver on here that has explained it with the Mmcs. Think he said that the Mmcs lose time due to to something to do with door. That they are kept to 62/63 because of it as lost time is easier to make up. I'm sure he will explain it again.Bootle's were initially causing problems on the 55 because of the delay in waiting for the doors to shut fully before being able to pull away, so they didn't last long on there. In saying that, they took a bit of getting used to when they were new, so that also contributed to the delays - but ideally it's a problem that we could do without, especially when trying to keep to our tight schedules... If the 16 plates at Gillmoss don't have that (annoying!) feature, maybe that's why they're keeping an eye on the new ones. Without wanting to going too much off topic, Bootle's seem to be on the 62 more than anything on weekdays as that route gets the most running/layover time. On weekends, they seem to be spread out on the 52s/55/56/58/58A/62/63 from what I see of them. View my new Flickr  Updated!
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
(22/10/2018 01:10)M113 YKC Wrote: Bootle's were initially causing problems on the 55 because of the delay in waiting for the doors to shut fully before being able to pull away, so they didn't last long on there. In saying that, they took a bit of getting used to when they were new, so that also contributed to the delays - but ideally it's a problem that we could do without, especially when trying to keep to our tight schedules... If the 16 plates at Gillmoss don't have that (annoying!) feature, maybe that's why they're keeping an eye on the new ones. I wasn't that far off the mark then, thanks. |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
As drivers at Warringtons Own Buses, we are having the same debate about our Enviro MMC’s. To open the doors, the handbrake needs to be on. Before you can pull away, the doors need to be fully closed. Our buses are geared to Super Eco mode which means they change up to quickly. Interesting to see that Stagecoach drivers are having similar frustrations with these buses... |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
10815 was on the X5 today. |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
10818 was also on X5 today 11105 on rail replacements along with 10825 (I think!) - 11103 and 11110 were on the rails yesterday - 11103 then went on to do a 917 too! |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
Newly arrived at Gillmoss today (although what for I don't yet know) are four ex Stagecoach London ADL Enviro200s: 36314 LX58CAU 36315 LX58CAV 36316 LX58CBF 36317 LX58CBO They are in ex London condition, all red, blinds etc still fitted from London. buses7675 http://dartslf.com/ Light up, light up as if you have a choice,
Even if you cannot hear my voice. I'll be right beside you dear. |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
(29/10/2018 23:28)buses7675 Wrote: Newly arrived at Gillmoss today (although what for I don't yet know) are four ex Stagecoach London ADL Enviro200s: Possibly for the Avon replacement work? |
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RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot
Aye I was thinking that or possibly for the 204? If I find out I'll post on here - likewise any photos or any repaints down the line! buses7675 http://dartslf.com/ Light up, light up as if you have a choice,
Even if you cannot hear my voice. I'll be right beside you dear. |
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