I saw a video on Instagram showing that the ride has a small launch before the pre lift section. It launches it about 15 mph. I'm not sure I'm allowed to link it but check out thrillcapitaloftheworld on Instagram.
It doesn't matter if they're busy or not, they should always run two trains. If not 2 trains then at least train your ops better to send trains out faster.
I would hate for ET to be removed. When I come with my grandmother, who has a bad back, loves to ride it as its one of the only ones she can ride. It's also a classic, and a movie that should continue to be shown to children. Maybe they might remake the movie as it seems like many 80's and 90's movies are being remade rn. If that happens, they can refurb the whole attraction.
Rode Goliath today for the first time this year, and it was so much better. The head banging is non existent and only minimal jackhammering! Back to being a great ride!