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SimonFung — 2013-03-28 00:41:28

RTL 1014 sent back to London

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- * RTL 1014 returned to daily service in Spring Quarter 2006 after a three year absence. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. RTL 1014's original engine does not meet any current emissions standards, and thus is not permitted to run in revenue service. It has been retired, but remains at the Unitrans garage.	+ * RTL 1014 returned to daily service in Spring Quarter 2006 after a three year absence. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. RTL 1014's original engine does not meet any current emissions standards, and thus is not permitted to run in revenue service. It has been retired, but remains at the Unitrans garage. In January 2012, RTL was [http://dateline.ucdavis.edu/dl_detail.php?id=14315 sent back] to London Esignbus Transport Museum.

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chandru — 2012-05-24 00:41:33

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- The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"]. Once the Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses are added to the fleet, Unitrans may consider running them on lines from the ["Silo"] Terminal.	+ The Double-Decker buses currently provide service to the ["MU"] terminal and ["Silo"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], ["G Bus Line" G], ["J Bus Line" J], and ["V Bus Line" V] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"]. Once the Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses are added to the fleet, Unitrans may consider running them on lines from the ["Silo"] Terminal.

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apalmere — 2011-12-23 11:01:12

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- [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 333, thumbnail)]]	+ [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom Matoff enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 333, thumbnail)]]

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ChristyMarsden — 2011-01-08 13:15:04

As you wish.

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- * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, which will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. In Summer 2007, RT 742 was modified once again, removing the pre-select transmission in favor of an Allison automatic, and replacing the engine with a clean diesel that would meet CARB 2007 emissions standards, allowing Unitrans to continue running the bus for the foreseeable future. Following conversion to the modern engine, RT 742 is the fastest double-deck in the fleet, and features a modern rear-end as well, making it very reliable at higher speeds.	+ * RT 742 is currently in service after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, which will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. In Summer 2007, RT 742 was modified once again, removing the pre-select transmission in favor of an Allison automatic, and replacing the engine with a clean diesel that would meet CARB 2007 emissions standards, allowing Unitrans to continue running the bus for the foreseeable future. Following conversion to the modern engine, RT 742 is the fastest double-deck in the fleet, and features a modern rear-end as well, making it very reliable at higher speeds.
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- * RT 3123 remains in service, though it was refit with a Cummins diesel engine and Allison automatic transmission. It can run a bit [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] so you may want to avoid bicycling directly behind it. This bus does not meet the 2010 CARB emissions standards, and thus plans for the future are currently unknown. However, RT 3123 will continue in service for at least a few more years.	+ * RT 3123 is currently out of service for frame rebuilding. Previously, it was refit with a Cummins diesel engine and Allison automatic transmission. It can run a bit [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] so you may want to avoid bicycling directly behind it. This bus does not meet the 2010 CARB emissions standards, and thus plans for the future are currently unknown.
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- * RT 4735 is currently being refitted with a modern Cummins diesel engine that meets the current CARB emissions standards. This refit will allow Unitrans to continue operation of this bus for the foreseeable future. While the engine, transmission, and rear-end are being replaced, the bus is undergoing a frame restoration to replace rotting wood.	+ * RT 4735 is currently in service after being refitted with a modern Cummins diesel engine that meets the current CARB emissions standards.
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- Unitrans has purchased and awaits delivery of two Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses, the first of which is expected in January 2010. It will feature the same livery as the rest of the Unitrans fleet, and will be very similar to the bus depicted in pictures below. To prepare for these buses' arrival, Alexander Dennis has once again loaned Unitrans the bus that was tested in January 2006. The bus is affectionately known as "Big Al", as it is one of the prototype Enviro500 buses and survived the Altoona Test for the Federal Government. "Big Al" will remain loaned to Unitrans until delivery and acceptance of the second bus, expected sometime near Summer 2010.	+ Unitrans has purchased two Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses, received in 2010. To prepare for these buses' arrival, Alexander Dennis loaned Unitrans the bus that was tested in January 2006. The bus is affectionately known as "Big Al", as it is one of the prototype Enviro500 buses and survived the Altoona Test for the Federal Government.
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	+ + ==The new Unitrans Alexander Dennis Enviro500 busses by final product and through the building process:== + + [[Image(making1.JPG, "In the process", 300, left, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(making2.JPG, "In the process", 300, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(newdd1.JPG, "New Unitrans DD", 300, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(newandold.JPG, "New and Old", 300, left, thumbnail)]]

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ChristyMarsden — 2011-01-08 12:59:09

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ChristyMarsden — 2011-01-08 12:58:36

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ChristyMarsden — 2011-01-08 12:58:16

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ChristyMarsden — 2011-01-08 12:57:49

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TedBuehler — 2011-01-08 02:29:48

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	+ ------ + ''2011-01-08 01:29:48'' [[nbsp]] Hey Wikignomes and Wikifairies -- + + How about some pics of the new double decker buses? --["Users/TedBuehler"]

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StevenDaubert — 2010-05-26 17:36:10

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	+ ------ + ''2010-05-26 17:36:10'' [[nbsp]] New double deckers are sweet --["Users/StevenDaubert"]

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StevenDaubert — 2010-05-26 17:35:54

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	+ Most of the parts are very very hard to find, I know the university uses master machinists to machine whatever parts they need, perhaps you can follow up on that route? ["Daubert"]

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fethi — 2010-05-26 12:12:29

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	+ ------ + ''2010-05-26 12:12:29'' [[nbsp]] Hi there, my name is Fethi, I live in long beach,ca . I have a double Decker bus that needs a transmission, used of course or rebuilt. Where and how can I find a place for that? Thanks! --["Users/fethi"]

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TheShah — 2010-03-27 02:51:02

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	+ ------ + ''2010-03-27 02:51:02'' [[nbsp]] The new double deckers have a very nice new paint job to match the current red fleet. --["Users/TheShah"]

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TheShah — 2010-03-27 02:50:18

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	+ + * Totally agree. It's a great feeling. Too bad the new double-decker's front windows on the top floor don't open. =/ --["Users/TheShah"]

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ArianeMetz — 2010-03-27 00:04:49

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	+ ------ + ''2010-03-27 00:04:49'' [[nbsp]] You can't beat riding on the top floor of a double-decker on a spring day with the windows open! --["Users/ArianeMetz"]

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RyanMikulovsky — 2010-01-28 20:16:35

critical link back.

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	+ ''See ["Unitrans Buses"] for information on other buses.''

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DanielHill — 2009-12-12 11:54:43

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- Over the years, other double-decker buses were procured from London. The majority of the double-deckers were of the ''RT'' type, though both ''RTL'', ''RLH'' and Daimler models were also part of the fleet over the years. The Daimler double-deckers were retired from service in 1999, as upkeep was difficult (the parts were and still are simply unavailable). The RT buses remain in service thanks to the services of Wally Mellor, the former director of ["Unitrans"] Maintenance. Most of the spare parts were hand-made by Wally at the Shop facility. RTL 1014, one of the original pair to be purchased in 1968, is still in service today.	+ Over the years, other double-decker buses were procured from London. The majority of the double-deckers were of the ''RT'' type, though both ''RTL'', ''RLH'' and Daimler models were also part of the fleet over the years. The Daimler double-deckers were retired from service in 1999, as upkeep was difficult (the parts were and still are simply unavailable). The RT buses remain in service thanks to the services of Wally Mellor, the former director of ["Unitrans"] Maintenance. Most of the spare parts were hand-made by Wally at the Shop facility, a practice that he still takes part in occasionally though he has since retired. RTL 1014, one of the original pair to be purchased in 1968, is still part of the fleet today, though it has been retired from regular service.
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- ==Last revenue run of RT1014?==	+ ==Last revenue run of RT1014==
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- On Dec 14, 2007, the 1014 made what may be its last run with its original engine. Many Unitrans managers and drivers boarded to celebrate 40 years of faithful service.	+ On Dec 14, 2007, the 1014 made its last revenue run with its original engine. Many Unitrans managers and drivers boarded to celebrate 40 years of faithful service. RTL 1014 remains at the Unitrans Garage, however it will no longer run in service due to stringent emissions standards.

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DanielHill — 2009-12-12 11:51:33

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- The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"].	+ The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"]. Once the Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses are added to the fleet, Unitrans may consider running them on lines from the ["Silo"] Terminal.
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- The Double-Decker buses are not wheelchair-accessible and have no bike racks. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility.	+ The RT Double-Decker buses are not wheelchair-accessible and have no bike racks. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility. The Enviro500 buses are wheelchair accessible and feature a ramp and kneeler function.
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- * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, which will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.	+ * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, which will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. In Summer 2007, RT 742 was modified once again, removing the pre-select transmission in favor of an Allison automatic, and replacing the engine with a clean diesel that would meet CARB 2007 emissions standards, allowing Unitrans to continue running the bus for the foreseeable future. Following conversion to the modern engine, RT 742 is the fastest double-deck in the fleet, and features a modern rear-end as well, making it very reliable at higher speeds.
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- * RTL 1014 returned to daily service in Spring Quarter 2006 after a three year absence. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are currently trained on this bus and training on 1014 is a priviledge for experienced drivers only.	+ * RTL 1014 returned to daily service in Spring Quarter 2006 after a three year absence. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. RTL 1014's original engine does not meet any current emissions standards, and thus is not permitted to run in revenue service. It has been retired, but remains at the Unitrans garage.
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- * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG. Over the last few years it has been easily recognizable as the frame of a double-decker sitting next to the Fleet Services yard. In December 2006, following RT 742 leaving for the paint shop, 1235 was moved into the Unitrans shop to begin its conversion to CNG. To date, even more of the frame has been stripped from 1235 in order to attach and install CNG tanks both underneath the frame and underneath the stairwell.	+ * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG. Over the last few years it has been easily recognizable as the frame of a double-decker sitting next to the Fleet Services yard, and is visible from the new Tercero dorms. To date, even more of the frame has been stripped from 1235 in order to attach and install CNG tanks both underneath the frame and underneath the stairwell.
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- * RT 2819 is the first and only London double-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals. It also is the fastest double deck in the fleet and is capable of reaching highway speeds, however, this is not recommended and tends to kill the transmission.	+ * RT 2819 is the first and only London double-decker known to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals. It also is one the fastest double deck in the fleet and is capable of reaching highway speeds. The rear-end of the bus remains original, however, and does not last long at higher speeds.
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- * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. Both have Cummins diesel engines and automatic transmissions. They can run a bit [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] so you may want to avoid bicycling directly behind them.	+ * RT 3123 remains in service, though it was refit with a Cummins diesel engine and Allison automatic transmission. It can run a bit [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] so you may want to avoid bicycling directly behind it. This bus does not meet the 2010 CARB emissions standards, and thus plans for the future are currently unknown. However, RT 3123 will continue in service for at least a few more years. + + * RT 4735 is currently being refitted with a modern Cummins diesel engine that meets the current CARB emissions standards. This refit will allow Unitrans to continue operation of this bus for the foreseeable future. While the engine, transmission, and rear-end are being replaced, the bus is undergoing a frame restoration to replace rotting wood.

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DanielHill — 2009-12-12 11:41:32

Update considering new purchase of AD Enviro500 buses

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- Unitrans was considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus was borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. Unfortunately these buses are not available for purchase with a CNG engine. However, the modern diesel engines (the 2007 engine model year specifically) are just as clean and efficient as 2007 CNG engines. Unitrans will be taking this issue to the ["City of Davis"] in the near future. More information can be found on the Unitrans website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:	+ Unitrans was considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus was borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. Unfortunately these buses are not available for purchase with a CNG engine. However, the modern diesel engines (the 2007 engine model year specifically) are just as clean and efficient as 2007 CNG engines. Unitrans will be taking this issue to the ["City of Davis"] in the near future. More information can be found on the Unitrans website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. + + Unitrans has purchased and awaits delivery of two Alexander Dennis Enviro500 buses, the first of which is expected in January 2010. It will feature the same livery as the rest of the Unitrans fleet, and will be very similar to the bus depicted in pictures below. To prepare for these buses' arrival, Alexander Dennis has once again loaned Unitrans the bus that was tested in January 2006. The bus is affectionately known as "Big Al", as it is one of the prototype Enviro500 buses and survived the Altoona Test for the Federal Government. "Big Al" will remain loaned to Unitrans until delivery and acceptance of the second bus, expected sometime near Summer 2010. + + Below are photos of "Big Al" during her 2006 visit:
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	+ * The paint job on the outside of the new buses will be identical to the rest of the fleet, and the upholstery will be similar to the current fleet's seating. --["Users/DanielHill"]

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SaulSugarman — 2009-02-25 08:43:08

Name to initials.

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- These are the slowest things ever -- ["Users/SaulSugarman"]	+ These are the slowest things ever -- SS

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JasonAller — 2008-08-19 18:23:21

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- These are the slowest things ever -- ["SaulSugarman"]	+ These are the slowest things ever -- ["Users/SaulSugarman"]
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- ''I love these buses. There have been several times when I was in a down mood and just riding on a double-decker bus cheered me up.'' - ["KenjiYamada"]	+ ''I love these buses. There have been several times when I was in a down mood and just riding on a double-decker bus cheered me up.'' - ["Users/KenjiYamada"]
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- ''These are my favorite busses to ride. It makes my day if I get to ride on double-deckers both to and from campus.'' - ["MargieHalloran"]	+ ''These are my favorite busses to ride. It makes my day if I get to ride on double-deckers both to and from campus.'' - ["Users/MargieHalloran"]
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- ''2006-01-21 10:15:08'' [[nbsp]] I love double-deckers. They may be slow and stinky, but the interiors are much more inviting (to me anyway) than the generic buses. --["CindySperry"]	+ ''2006-01-21 10:15:08'' [[nbsp]] I love double-deckers. They may be slow and stinky, but the interiors are much more inviting (to me anyway) than the generic buses. --["Users/CindySperry"]
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- ''2006-01-21 17:06:47'' [[nbsp]] Those are some ugly, ugly new busses. The uplostery especially. --["TravisGrathwell"]	+ ''2006-01-21 17:06:47'' [[nbsp]] Those are some ugly, ugly new busses. The uplostery especially. --["Users/TravisGrathwell"]
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- ''2006-01-21 17:48:22'' [[nbsp]] eewwwwwwwww. I hate the paint job and upholstery... and the feel of the bus is way too sterile. :( --["CindySperry"] - * That's a demo bus, on loan from the [wiki:WikiPedia:Canada Great White North]. The upholstery and paint job will probably be different, since all busses are essentially custom made. --["BrentLaabs"]	+ ''2006-01-21 17:48:22'' [[nbsp]] eewwwwwwwww. I hate the paint job and upholstery... and the feel of the bus is way too sterile. :( --["Users/CindySperry"] + * That's a demo bus, on loan from the [wiki:WikiPedia:Canada Great White North]. The upholstery and paint job will probably be different, since all busses are essentially custom made. --["Users/BrentLaabs"]
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- ''2006-01-21 18:11:02'' [[nbsp]] Can anyone tell me what the purpose of the "flag girl" (may be sexist, but all I've seen were young females) on the rear of the old busses? --["GrumpyoldGeek"] - * You've obviously have not ridden many of the DD because there are many male conductors also. Conductors help out the driver by collecting fares, ensuring everyone is seated or standing in a designated area, and ring the bell for stops people need to get off of so the driver knows when to stop. They hold out the reflector flags so that cars see this as a signal of passengers boarding or disembarking the bus, when the bus is travelling at slow speeds or merging with another lane of traffic. -- ["JoAnnaRich"] - * It is because in England vehicles drive on the left side of the road so the bus door is on the left. In the U.S. this faces traffic, so the flag person protects people getting on from traffic going by. -["NickSchmalenberger"]	+ ''2006-01-21 18:11:02'' [[nbsp]] Can anyone tell me what the purpose of the "flag girl" (may be sexist, but all I've seen were young females) on the rear of the old busses? --["Users/GrumpyoldGeek"] + * You've obviously have not ridden many of the DD because there are many male conductors also. Conductors help out the driver by collecting fares, ensuring everyone is seated or standing in a designated area, and ring the bell for stops people need to get off of so the driver knows when to stop. They hold out the reflector flags so that cars see this as a signal of passengers boarding or disembarking the bus, when the bus is travelling at slow speeds or merging with another lane of traffic. -- ["Users/JoAnnaRich"] + * It is because in England vehicles drive on the left side of the road so the bus door is on the left. In the U.S. this faces traffic, so the flag person protects people getting on from traffic going by. -["Users/NickSchmalenberger"]
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- *Different kind of engine. Would be very expensive to change, I'm surprized the manufacturere doesn't have a CNG option though as so many bus outfits are heading that way. -- ["rocksanddirt"]	+ *Different kind of engine. Would be very expensive to change, I'm surprized the manufacturere doesn't have a CNG option though as so many bus outfits are heading that way. -- ["Users/rocksanddirt"]
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- * It would be great if one or several people who know the details could just add the information to the entry itself so people don't have to read through the comments to learn this stuff. It's obviously a question that people have, so just rewrite the entry to answer it. If your answer gets too long, feel free to create a whole new entry about it -- the engineering (both modern and the history of what has been done to the buses in the past) is a neat little story unto itself! --["JabberWokky"]	+ * It would be great if one or several people who know the details could just add the information to the entry itself so people don't have to read through the comments to learn this stuff. It's obviously a question that people have, so just rewrite the entry to answer it. If your answer gets too long, feel free to create a whole new entry about it -- the engineering (both modern and the history of what has been done to the buses in the past) is a neat little story unto itself! --["Users/JabberWokky"]
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Brucegibson — 2008-07-08 02:30:04

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	+ Are any of the old Daimler buses still around in 1 piece, or who could I ask about these as I have a single decker Daimler, thanks.

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ScottWong — 2007-12-27 09:48:53

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- * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.	+ * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, which will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.

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JabberWokky — 2007-12-26 23:46:44

Encourage, Write, Rah Rah Rah!

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	+ * It would be great if one or several people who know the details could just add the information to the entry itself so people don't have to read through the comments to learn this stuff. It's obviously a question that people have, so just rewrite the entry to answer it. If your answer gets too long, feel free to create a whole new entry about it -- the engineering (both modern and the history of what has been done to the buses in the past) is a neat little story unto itself! --["JabberWokky"]

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ScottWeintraub — 2007-12-26 21:54:55

further clarifying the CNG DD issue

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	+ ''2007-12-23 07:15:58'' [[nbsp]] Hey Tushar, I work in the unitrans shop and the reason behind not converting all the double-deckers to CNG is 1) it is cost prohibitive to change the engines. Each of these buses is about 30 grand...not including adding the CNG tanks and all the rehab work needed 2) the companies making CNG engines, like John Deer, are starting to stop offering CNG engines. We had one already for the next CNG conversion on 1235 but now it will be a spare if 2819's John Deere has a meltdown. 3) The conversion process for each Double Deck takes at least a year and usually more like 5. 4) The biggest misconception is that CNG is better than Diesel, this is not necessarily true. CNG has many chemicals and emissions that can be much more hazardous to your health than any emissions coming out of a diesel engine's exhaust. Remember just because it's emissions clear doesn't necessarily mean that it's better for the environment. Anyways that's my 2-cents on that whole issue. -["Users/NathanielJarrett"] + Turning a modern diesel DD into CNG would require replacing the engine and finding a place to mount the CNG tanks. Retrofitting the old DD buses requires a significant amount of engineering (done mostly by our incredibly talented student shop mechanics) and is done while we have the bus stripped during a complete retrofit. Doing this to a modern bus is less than ideal. Nobody in the world makes a new CNG double deck bus, and Davis may have the only one in the world. -["Users/ScottWeintraub"]
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- ------ - ''2007-12-23 07:15:58'' [[nbsp]] Hey Tushar, I work in the unitrans shop and the reason behind not converting all the double-deckers to CNG is 1) it is cost prohibitive to change the engines. Each of these buses is about 30 grand...not including adding the CNG tanks and all the rehab work needed 2) the companies making CNG engines, like John Deer, are starting to stop offering CNG engines. We had one already for the next CNG conversion on 1235 but now it will be a spare if 2819's John Deere has a meltdown. 3) The conversion process for each Double Deck takes at least a year and usually more like 5. 4) The biggest misconception is that CNG is better than Diesel, this is not necessarily true. CNG has many chemicals and emissions that can be much more hazardous to your health than any emissions coming out of a diesel engine's exhaust. Remember just because it's emissions clear doesn't necessarily mean that it's better for the environment. Anyways that's my 2-cents on that whole issue. -["Users/NathanielJarrett"]

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NathanielJarrett — 2007-12-23 08:18:34

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- ''2007-12-23 07:15:58'' [[nbsp]] Hey Tushar, I work in the unitrans shop and the reason behind not converting all the double-deckers to CNG is 1) it is cost prohibitive to change the engines. Each of these buses is about 30 grand...not including adding the CNG tanks and all the rehab work needed 2) the companies making CNG engines, like John Deer, are starting to stop offering CNG engines. We had one already for the next CNG conversion on 1235 but now it will be a spare if 2819's John Deere has a meltdown. 3) The conversion process for each Double Deck takes at least a year and usually more like 5. 4) The biggest misconception is that CNG is better than Diesel, this is not necessarily true. CNG has many chemicals and emissions that can be much more hazardous to your health than any emissions coming out of a diesel engine's exhaust. Remember just because it's emissions clear doesn't necessarily mean that it's better for the environment. Anyways that's my 2-cents on that whole issue. -NathanielJarrett --["Users/NathanielJarrett"]	+ ''2007-12-23 07:15:58'' [[nbsp]] Hey Tushar, I work in the unitrans shop and the reason behind not converting all the double-deckers to CNG is 1) it is cost prohibitive to change the engines. Each of these buses is about 30 grand...not including adding the CNG tanks and all the rehab work needed 2) the companies making CNG engines, like John Deer, are starting to stop offering CNG engines. We had one already for the next CNG conversion on 1235 but now it will be a spare if 2819's John Deere has a meltdown. 3) The conversion process for each Double Deck takes at least a year and usually more like 5. 4) The biggest misconception is that CNG is better than Diesel, this is not necessarily true. CNG has many chemicals and emissions that can be much more hazardous to your health than any emissions coming out of a diesel engine's exhaust. Remember just because it's emissions clear doesn't necessarily mean that it's better for the environment. Anyways that's my 2-cents on that whole issue. -["Users/NathanielJarrett"]

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NathanielJarrett — 2007-12-23 08:15:58

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-23 07:15:58'' [[nbsp]] Hey Tushar, I work in the unitrans shop and the reason behind not converting all the double-deckers to CNG is 1) it is cost prohibitive to change the engines. Each of these buses is about 30 grand...not including adding the CNG tanks and all the rehab work needed 2) the companies making CNG engines, like John Deer, are starting to stop offering CNG engines. We had one already for the next CNG conversion on 1235 but now it will be a spare if 2819's John Deere has a meltdown. 3) The conversion process for each Double Deck takes at least a year and usually more like 5. 4) The biggest misconception is that CNG is better than Diesel, this is not necessarily true. CNG has many chemicals and emissions that can be much more hazardous to your health than any emissions coming out of a diesel engine's exhaust. Remember just because it's emissions clear doesn't necessarily mean that it's better for the environment. Anyways that's my 2-cents on that whole issue. -NathanielJarrett --["Users/NathanielJarrett"]

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JabberWokky — 2007-12-14 20:17:02

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- [[Image(upperdeck.jpg, "Unitrans Manager Geoff Straw and other friends of the 1014 enjoy the ride south on Anderson Road", 333, right, thumbnail)]] - [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 333, right, thumbnail)]]	+ + [[Image(upperdeck.jpg, "Unitrans Manager Geoff Straw and other friends of the 1014 enjoy the ride south on Anderson Road", 333, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 333, thumbnail)]]

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:11:35

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:10:26

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- [[Image(upperdeck.jpg, "Unitrans Manager Geoff Straw and other friends of the 1014 enjoy the ride south on Anderson Road", 200, right, thumbnail)]] - [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 200, right, thumbnail)]]	+ [[Image(upperdeck.jpg, "Unitrans Manager Geoff Straw and other friends of the 1014 enjoy the ride south on Anderson Road", 333, right, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 333, right, thumbnail)]]

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:09:34

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- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double-deck buses in daily service.	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1967 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double-deck buses in daily service.

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:07:49

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- [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and first manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 200, right, thumbnail)]]	+ [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and founding manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 200, right, thumbnail)]]

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:06:44

Added photos of the last run of RT 1014

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	+ + ==Last revenue run of RT1014?== + + On Dec 14, 2007, the 1014 made what may be its last run with its original engine. Many Unitrans managers and drivers boarded to celebrate 40 years of faithful service. + [[Image(upperdeck.jpg, "Unitrans Manager Geoff Straw and other friends of the 1014 enjoy the ride south on Anderson Road", 200, right, thumbnail)]] + [[Image(lowerdeck.jpg, "Assistant manager Anthony Palmere and first manager Tom M. enjoy the ride on the lower level.", 200, right, thumbnail)]]

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:02:56

Upload of image upperdeck.jpg.

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TedBuehler — 2007-12-14 20:02:38

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PhilipNeustrom — 2007-09-22 02:18:50

great scans, ted!

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-22 02:17:23

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	+ ------ + ''2007-09-22 02:17:23'' [[nbsp]] I had the privilege of being a passenger on the 1014 today--it was a real treat. A grand old bus, so much of it looks to be original. Too bad the original engine needs to be removed for smog purposes. Hats of to Unitrans and 1014--40 years of continuous doubledecker bus service. --["Users/TedBuehler"]

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-20 17:07:54

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-20 17:05:09

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-20 17:04:10

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-20 17:00:16

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TedBuehler — 2007-09-20 16:59:36

Upload of image 19671110_BusUnveiling.jpg.

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NathanielJarrett — 2007-09-20 07:20:06

this sentence was not true, i would know i measured the height myself

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- * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.	+ * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.

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TracyPerkins — 2007-09-18 10:39:05

Updated info on the double decks

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- * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This includes replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. The bus is slated to be done and back in service for Winter Quarter 2007. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet.	+ * RT 742 returned to service very briefly in Spring 2007 after undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This included replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet. Sadly, 742 was pulled from service in Summer 2007 to remove its original pre-select engine and replace it with a brand new Cummins diesel engine as the original pre-select engine will not meet 2008 emissions standards. Expect to see 742 back in service some time during the 2007-2008 academic year.
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- * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus. It is easily recognizable as the frame of a double-decker sitting next to the Fleet Services yard.	+ * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG. Over the last few years it has been easily recognizable as the frame of a double-decker sitting next to the Fleet Services yard. In December 2006, following RT 742 leaving for the paint shop, 1235 was moved into the Unitrans shop to begin its conversion to CNG. To date, even more of the frame has been stripped from 1235 in order to attach and install CNG tanks both underneath the frame and underneath the stairwell.

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RocksandDirt — 2007-06-05 12:47:19

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	+ *Different kind of engine. Would be very expensive to change, I'm surprized the manufacturere doesn't have a CNG option though as so many bus outfits are heading that way. -- ["rocksanddirt"]

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ChristyMarsden — 2007-06-05 12:08:12

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	+ ------ + ''2007-06-05 12:08:12'' [[nbsp]] I don't know if Unitrans shop mechanics can do that, and I don't know why they just can't be all CNG. I'll ask the General Manager later today and respond, :D --["Users/ChristyMarsden"]

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TusharRawat — 2007-06-04 01:35:17

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	+ ------ + ''2007-06-04 01:35:17'' [[nbsp]] Can't the engineering dept modify the modern double deckers to run on CNG? Or would that be cost-prohibitive? --["Users/TusharRawat"]

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MichelleAccurso — 2007-06-04 00:34:29

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- * You've obviously have not ridden many of the DD because there are many male conductors also. Conductors help out the driver by collecting fares, ensuring everyone is seated or standing in a designated area, and ring the bell for stops people need to get off of so the driver knows when to stop. They hold out the reflector flags so that cars see this as a signal of passengers boarding or disembarking the bus, when the bus is travelling at slow speeds or merging with another lane of traffic. -- [JoAnnaRich]	+ * You've obviously have not ridden many of the DD because there are many male conductors also. Conductors help out the driver by collecting fares, ensuring everyone is seated or standing in a designated area, and ring the bell for stops people need to get off of so the driver knows when to stop. They hold out the reflector flags so that cars see this as a signal of passengers boarding or disembarking the bus, when the bus is travelling at slow speeds or merging with another lane of traffic. -- ["JoAnnaRich"]

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EdwinSaada — 2006-12-04 00:51:11

someone from unitrans want to update?

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- Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. Unfortunately these buses are not available for purchase with a CNG engine. However, the modern diesel engines (the 2007 engine model year specifically) are just as clean and efficient as 2007 CNG engines. Unitrans will be taking this issue to the ["City of Davis"] in the near future. More information can be found on the Unitrans website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:	+ Unitrans was considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus was borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. Unfortunately these buses are not available for purchase with a CNG engine. However, the modern diesel engines (the 2007 engine model year specifically) are just as clean and efficient as 2007 CNG engines. Unitrans will be taking this issue to the ["City of Davis"] in the near future. More information can be found on the Unitrans website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:
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- ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and their moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling.'' -["EdwinSaada" ES] - ------
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- ------ - ''2006-01-21 10:13:40'' [[nbsp]] My gf and I drove by the pad and saw some new, huge double deckers. Not sure if they were just visiting or rentals or what, but I think they'd be way better then these ones (in terms of comfort and size) --["EdwinSaada"]

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DennisMuldoon — 2006-09-16 13:48:35

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- * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done and back in service for Fall Quarter 2006. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet.	+ * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. This includes replacing all of the wooden beams that hold the body panels to the bus, as well as new windows. The bus is slated to be done and back in service for Winter Quarter 2007. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof, wich will once again display its route number "13" from its days in London. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet.

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TracyPerkins — 2006-07-25 11:31:52

Updated info on the individual buses

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- * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof.	+ * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done and back in service for Fall Quarter 2006. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof. This also makes the bus 3" taller than all of the other RTs in the fleet.
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- * RTL 1014 is currently in the shop. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are currently trained on this bus, and it will be held out of service until more are trained.	+ * RTL 1014 returned to daily service in Spring Quarter 2006 after a three year absence. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are currently trained on this bus and training on 1014 is a priviledge for experienced drivers only.
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- * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus.	+ * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus. It is easily recognizable as the frame of a double-decker sitting next to the Fleet Services yard.
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- * RT 2819 is the first and only London double-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals.	+ * RT 2819 is the first and only London double-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals. It also is the fastest double deck in the fleet and is capable of reaching highway speeds, however, this is not recommended and tends to kill the transmission.
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- Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. More information can be found on their website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:	+ Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. Unfortunately these buses are not available for purchase with a CNG engine. However, the modern diesel engines (the 2007 engine model year specifically) are just as clean and efficient as 2007 CNG engines. Unitrans will be taking this issue to the ["City of Davis"] in the near future. More information can be found on the Unitrans website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:

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PhilipNeustrom — 2006-02-18 15:59:27

{{{ looked weird on my screen

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- {{{"The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London - double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the - Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and - the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year." - - --From the back of a Unitrans bus postcard, available for sale in the UCD Bookstore. }}}	+ ''"The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year."'' --From the back of a Unitrans bus postcard, available for sale in the UCD Bookstore.
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- [[Thumbnail(DD1.jpg,left,300, "Big Windows")]] [[Thumbnail(DD2.jpg,center,300, "Lower Deck")]][[Thumbnail(DD3.jpg,center,300)]]	+ [[Image(DD1.jpg, "Big Windows", 300, left, thumbnail)]] [[Image(DD2.jpg, "Lower Deck", 300, thumbnail)]][[Image(DD3.jpg, 300, thumbnail)]]
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PaulTelford — 2006-02-09 13:02:18

remove erroneous "royal transport" comment

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- Over the years, other double-decker buses were procured from London. The majority of the double-deckers were manufactured by London Royal Transit (RT), with a very small number produced by Daimler. The Daimler double-deckers were retired from service in 1999, as upkeep was difficult (the parts were and still are simply unavailable). The RT buses remain in service thanks to the services of Wally Mellor, the former director of ["Unitrans"] Maintenance. Most of the spare parts were hand-made by Wally at the Shop facility.	+ Over the years, other double-decker buses were procured from London. The majority of the double-deckers were of the ''RT'' type, though both ''RTL'', ''RLH'' and Daimler models were also part of the fleet over the years. The Daimler double-deckers were retired from service in 1999, as upkeep was difficult (the parts were and still are simply unavailable). The RT buses remain in service thanks to the services of Wally Mellor, the former director of ["Unitrans"] Maintenance. Most of the spare parts were hand-made by Wally at the Shop facility. RTL 1014, one of the original pair to be purchased in 1968, is still in service today.
Line 15:	Line 15:
- The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"].	+ The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"].
Line 29:	Line 29:
- * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus.	+ * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus.

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-28 00:05:13

Fixed description I moved a week ago.

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- [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 240, left, "Back of a ["Unitrans"] bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].")]]	+ [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 240, left)]]
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- the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year." }}}	+ the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year." + + --From the back of a Unitrans bus postcard, available for sale in the UCD Bookstore. }}}

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-22 05:46:40

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- Currently six buses remain from the original collection.
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	+ Currently six buses remain from the original collection.

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-22 05:42:08

Formatting, etc

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Line 1:	Line 1:
- [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 240, left)]]	+ [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 240, left, "Back of a ["Unitrans"] bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].")]]
Line 7:	Line 7:
- ''-Back of a ["Unitrans"] Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].''
Line 14:	Line 13:
	+ ==Riding the Double-Deckers== + The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses such as low hanging power lines, trees, and the ["Richards Underpass"]. + + The Double-Decker buses are not wheelchair-accessible and have no bike racks. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility. + + Interestingly, in December of 2005 London finally [http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/4510410.stm retired their line of Routemaster double-decker buses], making Davis perhaps the last bastion of regular vintage double-decker operation. + + ==Bus Information== + [[Thumbnail(double_decker.jpg, 300, right)]]
Line 25:	Line 33:
- The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)). - - The Double-Decker buses are not wheelchair-accessible and have no bike racks. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility. - [[Thumbnail(double_decker.jpg, 300, left)]] - - Interestingly, in December of 2005 London finally [http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/4510410.stm retired their line of Routemaster double-decker buses], making Davis perhaps the last bastion of regular vintage double-decker operation. -
Line 33:	Line 34:
- Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been acquired for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2005. More information can be found on their website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:	+ Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been borrowed for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2006. More information can be found on their website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos:

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MattJurach — 2006-01-21 22:44:16

added link from the Beeb on Routemaster retirement in London

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- Interestingly, in December of 2005 London finally retired their line of Routemaster double-decker busses, making Davis perhaps the last bastion of regular vintage double-decker operation.	+ Interestingly, in December of 2005 London finally [http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/4510410.stm retired their line of Routemaster double-decker buses], making Davis perhaps the last bastion of regular vintage double-decker operation.

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NickSchmalenberger — 2006-01-21 22:00:03

answered question

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	+ * It is because in England vehicles drive on the left side of the road so the bus door is on the left. In the U.S. this faces traffic, so the flag person protects people getting on from traffic going by. -["NickSchmalenberger"]

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JoAnnaRich — 2006-01-21 19:09:12

answer to Q

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	+ * You've obviously have not ridden many of the DD because there are many male conductors also. Conductors help out the driver by collecting fares, ensuring everyone is seated or standing in a designated area, and ring the bell for stops people need to get off of so the driver knows when to stop. They hold out the reflector flags so that cars see this as a signal of passengers boarding or disembarking the bus, when the bus is travelling at slow speeds or merging with another lane of traffic. -- [JoAnnaRich]

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GrumpyoldGeek — 2006-01-21 18:11:02

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	+ ------ + ''2006-01-21 18:11:02'' [[nbsp]] Can anyone tell me what the purpose of the "flag girl" (may be sexist, but all I've seen were young females) on the rear of the old busses? --["GrumpyoldGeek"]

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BrentLaabs — 2006-01-21 17:56:35

reply to CindySperry

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	+ * That's a demo bus, on loan from the [wiki:WikiPedia:Canada Great White North]. The upholstery and paint job will probably be different, since all busses are essentially custom made. --["BrentLaabs"]

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CindySperry — 2006-01-21 17:48:22

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	+ ------ + ''2006-01-21 17:48:22'' [[nbsp]] eewwwwwwwww. I hate the paint job and upholstery... and the feel of the bus is way too sterile. :( --["CindySperry"]

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TravisGrathwell — 2006-01-21 17:07:56

this italic tag has gone too far!

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- ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and their moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling. -["EdwinSaada" ES]	+ ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and their moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling.'' -["EdwinSaada" ES]

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TravisGrathwell — 2006-01-21 17:06:47

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	+ ------ + ''2006-01-21 17:06:47'' [[nbsp]] Those are some ugly, ugly new busses. The uplostery especially. --["TravisGrathwell"]

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:50:52

Pictures

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	+ ==Modern Double-Deck Buses== + Unitrans is currently considering the purchase of modern double-deck buses. A bus has been acquired for a two-week "test drive" to see if the bus will work well for Unitrans. Testing began on January 21st, 2005. More information can be found on their website at [http://www.unitrans.com]. Here are some photos: + + [[Thumbnail(DD1.jpg,left,300, "Big Windows")]] [[Thumbnail(DD2.jpg,center,300, "Lower Deck")]][[Thumbnail(DD3.jpg,center,300)]] + + [[Thumbnail(DD4.jpg,left,300, "Wide Stairway")]] [[Thumbnail(DD5.jpg,center,300, "Upper Deck")]][[Thumbnail(DD6.jpg,center,300)]] + + [[Thumbnail(DD7.jpg,left,300)]] [[Thumbnail(DD8.jpg,center,300)]] +

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:37:07

Upload of image DD8.jpg.

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:36:52

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:36:36

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:36:20

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:36:06

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:35:50

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:35:35

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DussonYeung — 2006-01-21 12:35:18

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CindySperry — 2006-01-21 10:15:08

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	+ ------ + ''2006-01-21 10:15:08'' [[nbsp]] I love double-deckers. They may be slow and stinky, but the interiors are much more inviting (to me anyway) than the generic buses. --["CindySperry"]

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EdwinSaada — 2006-01-21 10:13:40

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	+ ------ + ''2006-01-21 10:13:40'' [[nbsp]] My gf and I drove by the pad and saw some new, huge double deckers. Not sure if they were just visiting or rentals or what, but I think they'd be way better then these ones (in terms of comfort and size) --["EdwinSaada"]

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DavisWikiGnome — 2006-01-20 21:17:44

we are the last bastion!

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	+ Interestingly, in December of 2005 London finally retired their line of Routemaster double-decker busses, making Davis perhaps the last bastion of regular vintage double-decker operation. +
Line 31:	Line 33:
- ------	+

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RussBowlus — 2005-10-30 21:44:31

added some detail, corrections, adjustments

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Line 15:	Line 15:
- * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005.	+ * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005. 742 is easily identified by its unique (to Unitrans) route number box on the roof.
Line 17:	Line 17:
- * RTL 1014 is currently in the shop. This double-deck bus is as near to stock as any bus there is in the world. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. RTL signifies a limited edition bus, which makes it even more desireable. This bus is different in that all the parts are stock, including the engine. This bus also has the original pre-select shifting transmission, meaning that it is a manual drive bus, which requires the shifting to be done before the clutch is engaged. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are rated for this bus as of yet, and it will be held out of service until more are trained.	+ * RTL 1014 is currently in the shop. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. "RTL" signifies that the bus was an RT built by Leyland. Keen observers will note the slightly different front grill. This bus has been kept as original as possible. 1014 has its original pre-select transmission, meaning that it is a pseudo-manual transmission bus. The next gear the driver wishes to shift to is "pre-selected" via a lever on the steering column and then a pedal is depressed and released to shift the transmission into that gear. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are currently trained on this bus, and it will be held out of service until more are trained.
Line 23:	Line 23:
- * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. These have old-style [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] diesel engines, so you'll want to avoid bicycling behind them.	+ * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. Both have Cummins diesel engines and automatic transmissions. They can run a bit [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] so you may want to avoid bicycling directly behind them.

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JasonAller — 2005-10-30 18:18:47

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	+ [[Comments]] + ------
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-	+ ------
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- - ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and thier moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling. -["EdwinSaada" ES] - -	+ ------ + ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and their moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling. -["EdwinSaada" ES] + ------

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MargieHalloran — 2005-10-29 06:23:02

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	+ + + ''These are my favorite busses to ride. It makes my day if I get to ride on double-deckers both to and from campus.'' - ["MargieHalloran"]

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EdwinSaada — 2005-10-25 22:08:55

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	+ + ''Lack of air conditioning makes them disgustingly gross when it gets hot and crowded. Pretty crappy ride when it's raining too, everyone and thier moms with umbrellas and jackets dripping and jostling. -["EdwinSaada" ES]

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KenjiYamada — 2005-10-25 22:01:39

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	+ + ''I love these buses. There have been several times when I was in a down mood and just riding on a double-decker bus cheered me up.'' - ["KenjiYamada"]

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SaulSugarman — 2005-10-25 20:29:58

They're so friggin' slow.

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	+ + These are the slowest things ever -- ["SaulSugarman"]

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SteveDavison — 2005-10-25 20:23:27

Added link

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Line 23:	Line 23:
- * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. These have old-style smoky diesel engines, so you'll want to avoid bicycling behind them.	+ * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. These have old-style [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/in_the_news/full_text/view_clip.lasso?id=11993 smoky] diesel engines, so you'll want to avoid bicycling behind them.
Line 25:	Line 25:
- The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant danger to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)).	+ The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant hazards to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)).

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SteveDavison — 2005-10-25 08:59:29

These buses are way cool, albeit smoky

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Line 4:	Line 4:
- double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the	+ double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the
Line 13:	Line 13:
- Currently six buses remain from the original collection. RT 4735 and RT 3123 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. RT 2819 is the first and only London doube-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals.	+ Currently six buses remain from the original collection.
Line 15:	Line 15:
- Currently in shop is RTL 1014. This double-deck bus is as near to stock as any bus there is in the world. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. RTL signifies a limited edition bus, which makes it even more desireable. This bus is different in that all the parts are stock, including the engine. This bus also has the original pre-select shifting transmission, meaning that it is a manual drive bus, which requires the shifting to be done before the clutch is engaged. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are rated for this bus as of yet, and it will be held out of service until more are trained.	+ * RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005.
Line 17:	Line 17:
- RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005.	+ * RTL 1014 is currently in the shop. This double-deck bus is as near to stock as any bus there is in the world. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. RTL signifies a limited edition bus, which makes it even more desireable. This bus is different in that all the parts are stock, including the engine. This bus also has the original pre-select shifting transmission, meaning that it is a manual drive bus, which requires the shifting to be done before the clutch is engaged. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are rated for this bus as of yet, and it will be held out of service until more are trained.
Line 19:	Line 19:
- RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus.	+ * RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus.
Line 21:	Line 21:
- Double-Deck buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant danger to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)).	+ * RT 2819 is the first and only London double-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals.
Line 23:	Line 23:
- Double-Deck buses are not wheelchair-accessible. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility.	+ * RT 3123 and RT 4735 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. These have old-style smoky diesel engines, so you'll want to avoid bicycling behind them. + + The Double-Decker buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant danger to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)). + + The Double-Decker buses are not wheelchair-accessible and have no bike racks. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility.

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DanielHill — 2005-10-25 02:46:54

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Line 9:	Line 9:
- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double-deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). One of the buses has a manual transmission (not like you would find in a car), but very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double-deck buses in daily service.
Line 11:	Line 11:
- These buses only provide service to the ["MU"] on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines due to height restrictions (e.g., trees, power lines, etc.).	+ Over the years, other double-decker buses were procured from London. The majority of the double-deckers were manufactured by London Royal Transit (RT), with a very small number produced by Daimler. The Daimler double-deckers were retired from service in 1999, as upkeep was difficult (the parts were and still are simply unavailable). The RT buses remain in service thanks to the services of Wally Mellor, the former director of ["Unitrans"] Maintenance. Most of the spare parts were hand-made by Wally at the Shop facility.
Line 13:	Line 13:
	+ Currently six buses remain from the original collection. RT 4735 and RT 3123 remain in service, though both have been modified from their original designs. Additionally, neither are running on their original engine. RT 2819 is the first and only London doube-decker to be converted into a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) fueled bus. It runs in service daily, and is distinctive due to its brighter red paint and extra decals. + + Currently in shop is RTL 1014. This double-deck bus is as near to stock as any bus there is in the world. It is a coveted prize both here and in London, and museums all over the world are eager to get their hands on the bus. RTL signifies a limited edition bus, which makes it even more desireable. This bus is different in that all the parts are stock, including the engine. This bus also has the original pre-select shifting transmission, meaning that it is a manual drive bus, which requires the shifting to be done before the clutch is engaged. Not many ["Unitrans"] drivers are rated for this bus as of yet, and it will be held out of service until more are trained. + + RT 742 is currently undergoing massive maintenance and restoration. The bus is slated to be done before the end of the school year, 2005. + + RT 1235 is slated to become the second London double-decker to be converted to CNG, and will eventually be done, but no time frame has been established for this bus. + + Double-Deck buses currently only provide service to the ["MU"] terminal, and operate only on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines. Other lines pose significant danger to the buses (low hanging power lines, trees, and other dangers (such as the Richards Underpass!)). + + Double-Deck buses are not wheelchair-accessible. Other runs during the day on these lines provide wheelchair accessibility.

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JulieEickhof — 2005-07-29 13:31:51

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Line 6:	Line 6:
- the City of Davis with a regularly scheduledbus service during the school year." }}}	+ the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year." }}}
Line 9:	Line 9:
- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transmission and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double-deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). One of the buses has a manual transmission (not like you would find in a car), but very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])
Line 11:	Line 11:
- These buses only provide service to the ["MU"] on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines.	+ These buses only provide service to the ["MU"] on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines due to height restrictions (e.g., trees, power lines, etc.).

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RussBowlus — 2005-05-21 17:59:29

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- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transition and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transmission and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])

Double-Decker Buses

StarrOleary — 2005-05-20 15:22:46

the plural of bus only has two s's not, three. three means kisses.

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Line 9:	Line 9:
- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the busses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transition and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the buses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transition and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])

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AbbyLawson — 2005-03-23 20:19:04

added bus lines and info

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Line 7:	Line 7:
- -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].	+ ''-Back of a ["Unitrans"] Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].''
Line 9:	Line 9:
- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the busses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the busses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. One of the buses has a manual transition and very few of the ["Unitrans"] drivers know how to use it. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])
Line 11:	Line 11:
- These buses only provide service to the ["MU"].	+ These buses only provide service to the ["MU"] on the ["B Bus Line" B], ["E Bus Line" E], ["F Bus Line" F], and ["G Bus Line" G] lines.
Line 14:	Line 14:
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JamiePalochak — 2005-03-23 20:00:14

only one of the DD busses runs on CNG

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Line 9:	Line 9:
- Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, the busses were converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, one of the busses was converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])

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BrentLaabs — 2005-03-16 17:56:51

moved postcard text to its own block

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- [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 200, left)]]	+ [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 240, left)]]
Line 3:	Line 3:
	+ {{{"The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London + double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the + Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and + the City of Davis with a regularly scheduledbus service during the school year." }}} + -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"].
Line 4:	Line 9:
- "The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year" -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"]. - - Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, the busses were converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])	+ Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, the busses were converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])

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AynReyes — 2005-03-16 17:47:57

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- [[Thumbnail(double_decker.jpg, 300)]]	+ [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 200, left)]]
Line 10:	Line 10:
- [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 250, left)]]	+ [[Thumbnail(double_decker.jpg, 300, left)]]

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AynReyes — 2005-03-16 17:46:46

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Line 2:	Line 2:
- attachment:doubledecker.jpg - "The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year" -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["Bookstore"].	+ + + "The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year" -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["UCD Bookstore"]. +
Line 7:	Line 9:
	+ + [[Thumbnail(doubledecker.jpg, 250, left)]] +

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AynReyes — 2005-03-16 17:42:43

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Line 3:	Line 3:
-	+ "The University Transport System owns nine of these imported London double-decker buses. This unique system is owned and operated by the Associated Students of UC Davis Campus and serves the UC Davis Campus and the City of Davis with a regularly scheduled bus service during the school year" -Back of a Unitrans Bus postcard, available for sale in the ["Bookstore"].

Double-Decker Buses

TracyPerkins — 2005-02-19 15:16:07

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Line 5:	Line 5:
	+ + These buses only provide service to the ["MU"].

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CarlMcCabe — 2005-02-12 20:10:13

added a bus and a phone booth

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	+ [[Thumbnail(double_decker.jpg, 300)]]

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CarlMcCabe — 2005-02-12 20:08:15

Upload of image double_decker.jpg.

Double-Decker Buses

ArlenAbraham — 2004-12-20 15:19:46

Differences for Double-Decker Buses

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Line 2:	Line 2:
	+ + Two of these buses were purchased back in 1968 by ["ASUCD"] direct from England to attract people to use the service. This was the inception of ["Unitrans"], the only transit company in the United States to use authentic London double deck buses in daily service. At some point, the busses were converted to run on Compresed Natural Gas. ([http://unitrans.ucdavis.edu/schedule/faq.cfm source])

Double-Decker Buses

JasonAller — 2004-12-18 12:31:22

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JasonAller — 2004-12-18 12:31:09

Upload of image doubledecker.jpg.