Discuss223
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That looks splendid.From Facebook…
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The maroon colour scheme looks lighter when painted rather than vinyled.
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EMR Regional and Connect refurbishments
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The maroon colour scheme looks lighter when painted rather than vinyled.
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Killingworth
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Discuss223
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There were rumours that it was to be known as aubergine but because of connotations of the aubergine emoji, EMR were rumoured to ban staff from using that term for it.
The colour on the vinyled Meridians looks much darker than a standard purple.
The purple on 158847 in the picture makes the unit look like one of the original Northern Spirit TransPennine 158s.
It's known internally as aubergine officially.
swinny1990
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Has the interior been refurbished aswell ?
dk1
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158s are only getting a refresh so seat covers etc. I’m not expecting too much change.
swinny1990
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That's what I mean
AirRail
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Recent communications by EMR and social media refer to it as aubergine . So i don't think that rumour is untrue. We're adults afterall right !?
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Which is just pretentious twaddle. It's purple.
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Realtime Trains | 5Z93 1050½ Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 02/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5Z93 1050½ departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 02/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
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Could this be 501 coming back from refurb by any chance?
Presumably if it does run there is a return path for the next unit:Realtime Trains | 5Z93 1050½ Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 02/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5Z93 1050½ departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 02/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
Could this be 501 coming back from refurb by any chance?
Realtime Trains | 5Z94 1325 Etches Park Sdgs to Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) | 02/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5Z94 1325 departure from Etches Park Sdgs to Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) on 02/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
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Jacob Porrett
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I thought it would be to early to send it back. From what I could see recently it wasn't finished yet. Who knows.Presumably if it does run there is a return path for the next unit:
Realtime Trains | 5Z94 1325 Etches Park Sdgs to Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) | 02/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5Z94 1325 departure from Etches Park Sdgs to Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) on 02/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
DanielTheEMid
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We don't know what exactly is going on as it appears the run got cancelled.Realtime Trains | 5Z93 1050½ Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 02/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5Z93 1050½ departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 02/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
Could this be 501 coming back from refurb by any chance?
Jacob Porrett
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Not ready yet.
Jacob Porrett
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170501 report:
Having been on the unit today at work I can say the new refurb looks very nice. A much needed refresh over the London Midland look.
The seats are comfortable which is good (similar to the new cross country 170 seats), the tables are good with plug, USB and USB C sockets, tables on backs of seats are alright, also back of sest plug and USB sockets. The overall appearance inside looks the part now. New screens as well just the announcements are a bit loud I must say. The carpets is good. Fold down seats in places as well.
It's almost ready to go just doing all the computer/tech stuff at the moment.
I was impressed with it. Very purple now haha.
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If all goes to plan 170501 should leave this weekend.
Another path for a 170 into Crewe depot as well https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K29956/2025-03-16/detailed
Having been on the unit today at work I can say the new refurb looks very nice. A much needed refresh over the London Midland look.
The seats are comfortable which is good (similar to the new cross country 170 seats), the tables are good with plug, USB and USB C sockets, tables on backs of seats are alright, also back of sest plug and USB sockets. The overall appearance inside looks the part now. New screens as well just the announcements are a bit loud I must say. The carpets is good. Fold down seats in places as well.
It's almost ready to go just doing all the computer/tech stuff at the moment.
I was impressed with it. Very purple now haha.
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Realtime Trains | 5D72 1139 Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 16/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5D72 1139 departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 16/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
www.realtimetrains.co.uk
If all goes to plan 170501 should leave this weekend.
Another path for a 170 into Crewe depot as well https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K29956/2025-03-16/detailed
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reecestrains
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I'm presuming the new passenger information screens are the same as they've fitted on CrossCountry's 170101?170501 report:
Having been on the unit today at work I can say the new refurb looks very nice. A much needed refresh over the London Midland look.
The seats are comfortable which is good (similar to the new cross country 170 seats), the tables are good with plug, USB and USB C sockets, tables on backs of seats are alright, also back of sest plug and USB sockets. The overall appearance inside looks the part now. New screens as well just the announcements are a bit loud I must say. The carpets is good. Fold down seats in places as well.
It's almost ready to go just doing all the computer/tech stuff at the moment.
I was impressed with it. Very purple now haha.
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Realtime Trains | 5D72 1139 Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 16/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5D72 1139 departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 16/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
If all goes to plan 170501 should leave this weekend.
Another path for a 170 into Crewe depot as well https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K29956/2025-03-16/detailed
Jacob Porrett
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They do look the same yes.
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Speaking of, do you know what unit will be the next in line to enter the works?170501 report:
Having been on the unit today at work I can say the new refurb looks very nice. A much needed refresh over the London Midland look.
The seats are comfortable which is good (similar to the new cross country 170 seats), the tables are good with plug, USB and USB C sockets, tables on backs of seats are alright, also back of sest plug and USB sockets. The overall appearance inside looks the part now. New screens as well just the announcements are a bit loud I must say. The carpets is good. Fold down seats in places as well.
It's almost ready to go just doing all the computer/tech stuff at the moment.
I was impressed with it. Very purple now haha.
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Realtime Trains | 5D72 1139 Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs | 16/03/2025
Real-time train running information for 5D72 1139 departure from Crewe C.S. (L&Nwr Site) to Etches Park Sdgs on 16/03/2025. From Realtime Trains, an independent source of train running info for Great Britain.
If all goes to plan 170501 should leave this weekend.
Another path for a 170 into Crewe depot as well https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K29956/2025-03-16/detailed
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Jacob Porrett
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Hopefully arrive this weekend. Paths are in the system.
STINT47
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Hopefully the rest of the refurbishment will go quicker now that the first unit is nearly done and the team have some experience.
It's taken longer than expected but I am looking forward to seeing the end result and our area finally having some good quality rolling stock.
It's taken longer than expected but I am looking forward to seeing the end result and our area finally having some good quality rolling stock.
QSK19
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The wait for refurbished trains has been that long that I’m sure we can hold on for another 20 years
Jacob Porrett
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In what way do you know please?
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It's been at Crewe since 11/11/24.
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It was 502 last I heard.
Just snagging jobs I heard, hence may slip a little
503 is still down to go on Sunday it seems.
swinny1990
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Any pictures of the refurbishment?
Jacob Porrett
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Update: None of the ECS moves took place today.
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Yes, however they are for my eyes only.
TT-ONR-NRN
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In which case, why not just say no? My bold comes across as irritatingly sanctimonious.
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Thank you for these updates
