Alternator testing and regulator replacement ordered for delivery. (06.03.23).
Learn MoreBattery charging issues so immobile once again unfortunately. (February 2023).
Learn MoreAfter specific yard testing, a total external deep clean and then further road testing we’re back on the road again! (06.01.23).
Learn MoreAn easy way to find CRG163’s website is to scan this code on a smart mobile phone, tablet or other. Please share. (29.12.22).
Learn MoreCRG163’s radiator is refitted following rebuild. 09.12.22.
Learn MoreThe collection of CRG163’s radiator following its full refurbishment - 11.11.22.
Learn MoreRydym yn edrych am le parcio addas newydd ar gyfer CRG163. / We are looking for new suitable parking for CRG163. (02/11/22).
Learn MoreCRG163’s front cowl is removed so that wire brushing and hammerite treatment and painting can be undertaken in preparation for the return of the refurbished radiator. - 08.10.22.
Learn MoreRadiator packaged and transported by car to Cropper & Jones, Ellesmere Port for full refurbishment - 07.10.22.
Learn MoreFrom the leak found at the front of the vehicle recently, closer inspection has revealed a damaged radiator to be the issue - 02.10.22.
Learn MoreAt last we’re mobile but unfortunately we’ve got a leak - 19.08.22.
Learn MoreNew front trafficators (indicators fitted, near and offside - 16.07.22.
Learn MoreRebuilding vehicle side lockers, lower vehicle wooden framing that holds lockers in place and refitting of lockers on vehicle - 01.08.22 onwards
Learn MoreNew batteries have been ordered and are ready to be fitted on CRG163 - 27.05.22.
Learn MoreCRG163’s new tyres have now been fitted on completed rims (wheels) - 23.05.22.
Learn MoreCRG163’s rims (wheels) have now been collected and transported locally in preparation for tyre fitment which will hopefully take place next week - 19.05.22.
Learn MoreCRG163’s rims (wheels) have now been painted today in National Bus Company grey and drying. New tyres are ready and waiting to be fitted - 13.05.22.
Learn MoreCRG163’s rims (wheels) have now been treated. Painting tomorrow, ready for Saturday - 12.05.22.
Learn MoreCRG163’s rims (wheels) and old tyres are removed, with rims sent for sandblasting and treatment - 20.02.22
Learn MoreFollowing the replacement of air pipes and batteries we are now mobile once again. CRG163 has now had a proper wash and the commencement of initial checks and assessment to see what now needs to be done. This includes side locker work, front indicator replacement and preparation for the removal of all wheels in order to sandblast all wheels before new tyres are eventually fitted - 22.09.21.
Learn MoreFrankmann Trafficators and emergency door lock - 08.07.21.
Learn MoreCleaning has commenced. CRG163 is well into it's second restoration phase - 14.06.21.
Learn More6 Dunlop tyres arrive. Special thanks to Dereks Tyre Services for finding them! 12.06.21.
Learn MoreIn June 2021, CRG163's new Website was launched with the intention to source parts to help restore CRG163 for the second time. The website quickly grew to include all things related to CRG163 including a bespoke web and email address - June 2021.
Learn MoreIn 2020, CRG163 was moved to a new home where she would have access to further facilities that would help on her second restoration phase - June 2020.
Learn MoreChrome headlamp surround bezels (ECW) were delivered on the 25th of January 2020. However shortly thereafter in March 2020 Covid 19 engulfed the world - January 2020.
Learn MoreRichard sets the scene for this page of the website, its aim is to remember stories around CRG163, CRG’s in general and Crosville. It pays homage and respect to valued staff behind the company including Bob Moelfre, Jack Cowap, John Llanrug and many more across the company’s operating territory. My grateful thanks to everyone who’s contributed to this wonderful page down memory lane.
Learn MoreJohn Young shares his memories of ERG163 in service in and around Anglesey (04.02.22).
Learn MoreDon McKeown remembers CRG163 coming to Crosville’s Caernarfon depot (10.02.22).
Learn MoreGraham Warren remembers heading to North Wales with his Dad George Warren at the wheel of CRG163 (12.02.22).
Learn MoreDavid Wilder remembers CRG163 and other CRG’s on the Liverpool to London services including memories of Crosville (05.03.22).
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the leaflet for the service route between Liverpool and London in the 1950’s, kindly provided by Carl Berry with thanks.
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the leaflet for the service route between Liverpool and London in the 1957, kindly provided by Carl Berry with thanks.
Learn MoreAttached are photographs of the leaflet produced back in 1965, which commenced on 13 April of the same year. From my own collection.
Learn MoreAttached are photographs of the leaflet produced back in 1965, which commenced on 15 April of the same year. From my own collection.
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the 1969 leaflet for these services commencing on 01 October 1969 to 21 May 1970.
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the 1970 leaflet for these services, between 01 June to 30 September of the same year. Kindly provided by Carl Berry with thanks.
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the winter 1972/1973 leaflet for these services kindly provided by Carl Berry with thanks.
Learn MoreAttached are scans of the winter 1973/1974 leaflet for these services commencing on 08 October 1973, kindly provided by Carl Berry with thanks.
Learn MoreAttached are photographs of the leaflet produced back in 1976, which commenced on 26 September the same year. The photographs have been kindly provided by Graham Warren with thanks.
Learn MoreAn interesting documentary on the history of the modern age of coach travel featuring the EFE model of CRG163.
Read MoreAn interesting documentary on the history of the modern age of coach travel featuring the EFE model of CRG163.
Read MoreAn interesting short documentary remembering Eastern Coach Works (ECW) and staff.
Read MoreAn You Tube video of the Crosville 100 gathering celebrating 100 years since the commencement of Crosville.
Read MoreAn You Tube video of the Crosville 100 centenary road run from Rhyl to Llandudno in 2006 following Crosville’s old 409 route via Colwyn Bay.
Read MoreA fantastic pictorial tribute to Crosville and buses by Robert J Montgomery capturing not only the vehicles but also some of the staff including those from the company’s Liverpool Edge Lane depot. The website is managed by Graham Warren.
Read MoreVision, compromise and change all played a part in the roll-out of the National white coach, reflected in the 1972 first edition of the Corporate Identity Manual.
Read MoreAs the name suggests the current club was founded during 1967 to cater for those interested in the operations and vehicles of Crosville Motor Services Limited. When it was formed the membership was mostly based in the operating area of Crosville, however this has expanded over the years and we now have members from all over the United Kingdom.
Read MoreA website depicting the history of Crosville.
Read MoreThis website is for anyone interested in the products of Bristol Commercial Vehicles which includes CRG163 (EFM163H).
Read MoreThis short video via You Tube provides a glimpse of NATIONAL services in the mid 1970’s.
Read MoreThe joy of coach travel in 1965.
Read MoreAn insight into coach travel in the 1950’s.
Read MoreA web link to Derek’s Tyre Services that have sourced and fitted CRG163’s new tyres.
Read MoreA web link to ‘Sandblasting and Spraying’ - the company that sandblasted and treated CRG163’s rims.
Read MoreA web link to Sion Lloyd’s website, the carpenter and friend who has been tackling CRG163’s woodwork and lockers.
Read MoreA web link to ‘Clwyd Auto Electricals’ - the company that tested CRG163’s alternator.
Read MorePlease get in touch if you have any photos or history of CRG163 or aware of any of the parts being sought. It would be gratefully appreciated, thank you.
This part is presently being sought. If anyone has any details or leads please do get in touch.
Learn MoreThis part is presently being sought. If anyone has any details or leads please do get in touch.
Learn MoreThis part is presently being sought. If anyone has any details or leads please do get in touch.
Learn MoreTwo front cowl screws are required as per the attached image, circled in red.
Learn MoreThis is a genuine Western National information board as used by the company during it’s National Bus Company period of operation.
Learn MoreGenuine Eastern Coach Works (ECW) coach seat ash trays
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