Jose Eber
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Please read the official Imagineering book by Disney and 'Designing Disney theme Parks' a more academic book by non- disney employees.
The car is pulled down kids...
Jose "it helps if you do your research" Eber
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How many cars per shaft?
What takes you up the first stages?
How it runs across the top floor (can see the rails etc) to the drop?
I have heard its actually a push down rather then a drop?
Any peeps got an insight?
I've only been on the ride maybe half a dozen times, same as DCA's TOT. So my knowledge is limited, but I can answer a few questions.
Last question first: you aren't pushed down, you are pulled down. The cables jerk you down so you get more than just a free fall. (Oh joy).
Not quite sure what you mean by 'moving across the top floor' the top floors are only shaft space. You get pulled up to the top floor from what, the 5th floor of which is what the images above show you.
Unlike DCA, there are two drop zones. But in the basement, there are 4 loading bays which (in the above shown sequence) converge into two different 5th dimension scenes.
Both the loading bay and the drop shafts contain moving cages which the elevator slides in an out of.
These elevators are prob. not battery operated but get their power from those 'tracks' you see in the picture? Just guessing.
The cars communicate wirelessly to a computer which runs the operation. This has been problematic in the past. Don't know if the issue is resolved yet.
Does this help?
Killing the magic,
Jose
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From what I have heard it looks totally different.
Most of the balloons are still there though.
Jose
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Ole himself sometimes gets to these things personally -- you should have no problem getting yourself taken care of.
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A great litmus test is just checking WDW hours on their web site. I hear so many people asking about busy times -- do primary source research. Its good enough.
MK hours specifically -- the longer they stay open, the more people around...very simple actually. Spring break: 8 - midnight= bad
Per Typhoon lagoon: the best days are cloudy days (like today) very few people there -- avoid the sunny 'nice' days. You will have to wait a while to get on something like Crush. You can have an overcast day like today in the low 80's and feel fine and not get a burn with moderate sun screen and hardly have to wait for the attractions.
ALSO: if it rains in the morning or late at night and its wet outside people take a while to get into the parks -- so, its a great time to go, even if its supposed to be a busy day because everyone's staying indoors.
As per job perks w. disney: its generally known that if you work for Disney you typically get lower pay etc. Its the cost of 'magic'.
Jose
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Was at Typhoon again today and noticed two new signs stating that the Three person tube was only good for one slide: pineapple plunger, and not the other two (coco crusher, bana blaster).
I'll get a pick of the signs, but essentially, when you are up top, its only the middle one you can go down on, and not the other two.
When entering the chained area on the main floor, its the far left that is only available, fyi.
Also, something I've been noticing... Banana Blaster seems to be favored over the other two (its the least intense in my opinion).
Perhaps though its just because its on the far right for entry, and most people in the West favor heading that direction when it comes to lines and entering, exiting areas.
Jose
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That looks pretty real to me...
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Apparently there are some Vekoma haters out there.
Curious as to why. I'm only very familiar with Disney parks -- and I know that Cal. Screamin is Intamin -- but why would Disney not stick with one manufacturer? (Vekoma did RNR and is apparently doing Expedition everest).
Does Vekoma have THAT bad of a rep? And if so, why would Disney use them for some large attractions?
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That poll is a little narrow don't you think? What about sexuality as 'aggressive' or 'compulsive' (masturbation/porn/sex) or 'pedophile' or 'incest' heck, we've got a confessed lover of animals! J.k. Sorry! Couldn't resist!
So 20% of the respondents so far are gay men, which, while not overwhelming, confirms the idea that we're overrepresented in the "coaster community." An interesting question is "Why?" Coastering certainly doesn't fit the stereotype of an archetypically queer pursuit.Oh, I would soooo disagree there. Any experience that offers intensity -- you'll get the gay community 'out' for it. Theatre, choral stuff, art, law, accounting (tax time = intense!). PM me for some interesting links -- connecting sexuality and pursuits / motivation. I'm writing a book this summer that addresses this in part.
Jose "I don't actually cut hair" Eber
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Age: 27
Middle Name: n/a
Pet Peeve: critical and intense behavior
Color of your bathroom: White
Best Movie of ALL time: S1m0ne?
Best Song of ALL time: Mrs. Soffle Mark Isham ehl oh ehl
Best TV Shows: Chappelle's Show b*tch*s!
Favorite Band/Artist: ABBA j.k. 'The Beatles'
Favorite Ride at Disney Parks: TOT/WDW
Yummiest Ice Cream: Sweet Cream
If you could eat lunch with one person, who would it be: Warren Buffett?
Morning Person or Night Person: Night
Pets: in two weeks: Cornie Jr. (Abby)
Favorite Color: Lapis Lazuli
Where you would go for fun (not an amusement park): Clothing optional beach.
Coke or Pepsi: Pepsi
Opinion about Peanut Butter and Jelly: this is controversial? o.k by me
Best Vacation Spot: WDW of course
Cook or Go Out: Go out
Beach, Desert, or Mountains: Beach, Blizzard Beach
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Well, for some reason (I now forget) I wasn't allowed to get my driver's license till I was 17. So here is the rundown of the last 10 years of driving:
Rundown of vehicles:
Current:
2004 SLK 32 AMG & 2002 Honda Metropolitan Scooter (a lot of fun).
Past:
1990 Q45 (nothing like peeling out in a sedan)
2002 C Coupe (lots of trouble)
2001 Xterra
199? Tacoma (Xtra cab -- lot of fun)
199? Pathfinder LE
199? Regular Tacoma (red) stick -- total blast
199? Mom's E Class (life is rough!)
199? White Toyota Truck 4 x 4 (brother's -- out of country).
I think there was another pathfinder in there -- so every year a different vehicle...I think I'm a car addict.
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I love how the author admitted they were a total fan of horror movies in what he/she wrote -- way to garner credibility -- but I mean, come on nothing listed there (in terms of images) couldn't be duplicated.
Jose "spent too much time as a kid figuring out David Copperfield's illusions and thus is highly skeptical" Eber
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I like that Israeli drink.
Jose 'how vague can that be' Eber
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Lightning Bolt! Does anyone have their on ride picture? (or were there just flashes and a few mirrors).
El oh el, was that an enjoyable ride.
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Tomorrowland Terrace Noodle Station rocks! I've had the shrimp noodle bowl and the shrimp pad-thai so far and both have been amazing. Very flavorful!
Well, your comments will make me want to try it. Good!
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Its an act like that that makes me realize that there is real generosity out there with business leaders! What a surprise!
Something to aspire to.
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That darn thing takes forever to drop, it almost seems a little excessive and people will forget they are on a coaster when your sitting in the 3rd row.
Well, they are testing, so its not 'final'...the 2nd drop/brake is probably more of what the ride is going to be like. That part is crazy. But you HAVE to slow these coasters down considerably...otherwise your negative G will be excessive/dangerous.
It will be kuhl.
Jose E
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That's what, 2.7 Gs?
That doesn't sound too terrible =-= except getting hit with that instantly might hurt . . . a gentle swig of that isn't too bad...but it doesn't sound like that ride is gentle!
J.
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I guess making a re-creation and 'ace'ing all my physics courses in college led me to imagine a fairly accurate depiction (after looking at that video).
I knew they'd have to break like a beeyotch for that 2nd drop.
Remember folks -- that's a 24 person train === serious momentum. Its got the pacing of a normal coaster
I think it will be fun, but maybe not as intense as some hope for?
Jose "my wife actually wants to visit Bush Gardens soon" Eber
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Lets just say its going to happen, its just a matter of time?
Jose "I think I've said too much" Eber
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This was a great ride: simple and affordable. Well, not cheap at least.
I had a lot of fun riding it.
Jose.
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That's a lot of fun -- I bet Legoland is copying it as we speak.
J.
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Can I have one?
Nice color scheme and great concept: a kiddie version of a popular adult ride -- not bad at all!
Jose
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Great job!
How long have you been doing No limits work? Did I read somewhere 6 mos?
I didn't do this quality work after 6 months.
Very smooth.
Jose
Tower of Terror - How does it work?
in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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its called a caaaaaaage... both parks have them....