Via Garibaldi 8 Posted May 25, 2011 Share #301 Posted May 25, 2011 There are many different factors such as funding, availability, cost at time of contract signing, delivery timetables, fleet replacement programs, product negotiations, etc. And then I know that they're tested endlessly. I mean I actually went to college partially in Plattsburgh so I actually got to see where they (Bombardier) was testing at least some of the subway cars at. :cool: However, when they're testing them, what do they look at? For example, most bus companies seem to be focusing on making the customer's commute more comfortable even on the simple local bus because they see the potential in what a bus can become in the future. My understanding with the however has been that their focus is on getting the buses out, so if there's no A/C they'd rather have a bus running than nothing at all. The reason I ask this is because cartmann pointed out that the new Novas have no ventilation in the back of the bus and I actually used one the other day and went back there to test it and it's true. I would think that that would be something that wouldn't be overlooked in a bus that costing a cool 600 - 700k. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East New York Posted May 25, 2011 Author Share #302 Posted May 25, 2011 And then I know that they're tested endlessly. I mean I actually went to college partially in Plattsburgh so I actually got to see where they (Bombardier) was testing at least some of the subway cars at. :cool: However, when they're testing them, what do they look at? For example, most bus companies seem to be focusing on making the customer's commute more comfortable even on the simple local bus because they see the potential in what a bus can become in the future. My understanding with the however has been that their focus is on getting the buses out, so if there's no A/C they'd rather have a bus running than nothing at all. The reason I ask this is because cartmann pointed out that the new Novas have no ventilation in the back of the bus and I actually used one the other day and went back there to test it and it's true. I would think that that would be something that wouldn't be overlooked in a bus that costing a cool 600 - 700k. :eek: Bus makers are focused on satisfying their target customers at virtually all costs. Competition is fierce right now. MTA likes to play with the specs of most all their local bus orders. This helps decide which options best fit their needs. The Nova's have 2 different HVAC systems. Some have the standard Carrier, and 15 have the Thermo King. I think the Carrier is just a little too weak. I would expect the the new articulated coaches to have the Thermo King as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNIGHTRIDER3:16 Posted May 28, 2011 Share #303 Posted May 28, 2011 This 230 Officially is A College Pt. Bus it has the MTAB logo and West Farms aint getting it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmouse Posted May 28, 2011 Share #304 Posted May 28, 2011 ^Great for you guys @CP! Ill get to see this thing in action hopefully Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princelex Posted May 28, 2011 Share #305 Posted May 28, 2011 Wow, that's definately a wrinkle in the fabric! I wonder what the numbering is going to be now that it's a College Pt bus. I can't wait to see that on the Q50! Bring it on NOW!!!!! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewFlyer 230 Posted May 29, 2011 Share #306 Posted May 29, 2011 This 230 Officially is A College Pt. Bus it has the MTAB logo and West Farms aint getting it. Good Pics. Hey KR can you show #230 with the Q25 Q34 Q38 and Q64 signs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNIGHTRIDER3:16 Posted May 29, 2011 Share #307 Posted May 29, 2011 KR will comply asap but its memorial day weekend so maybe tuesday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoSpectacular Posted May 30, 2011 Share #308 Posted May 30, 2011 Look what was sitting in the visitor's parking area today! Picture from yours truly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trainfan22 Posted May 30, 2011 Share #309 Posted May 30, 2011 SMH @ the bus leaning to one side like that.. Unless the street is uneven or something, if not, UGH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNIGHTRIDER3:16 Posted May 31, 2011 Share #310 Posted May 31, 2011 SMH @ the bus leaning to one side like that.. Unless the street is uneven or something, if not, UGH! Thats the bellos combined with no Air Pressure thus A leaning bus that hasnt been on for awhile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoSpectacular Posted May 31, 2011 Share #311 Posted May 31, 2011 I'm sure the ground is uneven, but that bus is looking good in person! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattTrain Posted May 31, 2011 Share #312 Posted May 31, 2011 College Point has been upgraded, courtesy of KR! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoSpectacular Posted May 31, 2011 Share #313 Posted May 31, 2011 I just realized that bus is still in the same position from the last picture posted before mine LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNIGHTRIDER3:16 Posted May 31, 2011 Share #314 Posted May 31, 2011 I just realized that bus is still in the same position from the last picture posted before mine LOL I was the last person friday to move it so if nobody touched it till then shes got really low air pressure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoSpectacular Posted May 31, 2011 Share #315 Posted May 31, 2011 I was the last person friday to move it so if nobody touched it till then shes got really low air pressure Oh damn lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East New York Posted June 1, 2011 Author Share #316 Posted June 1, 2011 I was the last person friday to move it so if nobody touched it till then shes got really low air pressure :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro CSW Posted June 2, 2011 Share #317 Posted June 2, 2011 New Flyer C40LF Base Order 135, Option 1 order 250. (185-569)Pilot Buses: #185 Spring Creek and #230 West Farms. Photo Courtesy KNIGHTRIDER3:16 185-208: Spring Creek (24) September-October 209-229: College Point (21) October-November 230-283: West Farms (54) November-December 284-319: Jackie Gleason (36) December-January 2012 Option 1 Preliminary assignments. (Not yet confirmed or set in stone) 320-345: Spring Creek (26) January 2012-February 2012 346-398: College Point (53) February-April 399-569: Jackie Gleason (171) April-October Option 2 (if exercised) for 90 buses (570-659) will likely be delivered October 2012-January 2013 All delivery dates and assignments subject to change. See I knew those numbers would be valid. It's pretty obvious, thanks for the update.:tup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trainfan22 Posted June 2, 2011 Share #318 Posted June 2, 2011 Anybody know where 185 is at? That be awesome if SC has or will get it, or goes to CP. Nice to see MTAB get the first dibs at something new for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro CSW Posted June 2, 2011 Share #319 Posted June 2, 2011 Anybody know where 185 is at? That be awesome if SC has or will get it, or goes to CP. Nice to see MTAB get the first dibs at something new for a change. ~~~+1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanarsie Guy Posted June 2, 2011 Share #320 Posted June 2, 2011 ~~~+1 What? Dont forget the 300+ Orion & 300+ MCI they got. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joel Up Front Posted June 2, 2011 Share #321 Posted June 2, 2011 MTAB (except the airport depots until maintenance gets their number two together) needs new buses badly. I don't like the idea of them rolling around in ancient Orion V CNGs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East New York Posted June 2, 2011 Author Share #322 Posted June 2, 2011 Major assignment changes for the C40LF's. I don't have details yet, but delivery to College Point of both new and old C40's is supposed be expedited to replace those Orion V's, and to Gleason to also replace the V's and bump a few C40's to College Point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNIGHTRIDER3:16 Posted June 2, 2011 Share #323 Posted June 2, 2011 Aint nothing wrong with a little bump and grind;) And the word from Spring Creek is that we are getting 90 units SC should be getting new Orion's soon / JFK will get left overs THE main focus will be College pt for once so ....The Hunt is on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Louis Car 09 Posted June 5, 2011 Share #324 Posted June 5, 2011 Man that exaust pipe sits kinda high above the bus.It looks like the bus has a periscope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R110B Posted June 6, 2011 Share #325 Posted June 6, 2011 the last BP new order was the VII that came in 07 3784. the bee line orion Vs dont count as new. We Deserve new buses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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