I think 2888T has been permanently been in BNDEP for much of the
time? I've only seen it in HGDEP areas on a few occasions.
But, I don't really see the point of that bus as Training bus
anymore though.
imo, there's not much familiarity if anyone is training for KUBs
using 2888T? The dashboard and overhangs are different from KUBs
eh?
And even if they're not training for KUBs, I suppose training with
the Mk4s would be better? since 2888T is like one of a kind and
there's still substantial Mk4s in BNDEP running around~ Hmm.
And if it was refurbishment, again, I can't see any point in
refurbishing that bus for any revenue service or Training duties,
given it's reaching 17 years alr. Unless it's going to be converted
for some other purposes like the Molly buses, then I can understand
the rationale for a refurbishment. Just some thought.
Few months ago it was still at HGDEP, occasionally doing
training duties. Then it just went to BNDEP and got itself a
repaint and new front indicator light covers. Not sure what they
intend to do with the bus though, does not seem like they want to
retire it yet.
Maintenance for this bus had always been handled by BNDEP
(unless the problem is very minor), this is why it is mostly
spotted at BNDEP.
