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.
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