coasterking2981 Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 Wow, that sucker is getting built fast I'm excited to ride this. I wonder how the queue line is going to be, because there is hardly any room for it! =p Also, do you guys think they are going to theme everything? -Miguel Knowing Six Flags they are probably not going to spend much time and thought on theming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolhandluke Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I wonder how the queue line is going to be, because there is hardly any room for it! =p Also, do you guys think they are going to theme everything? Based on the animation video, the queue will run between the sweeping right turn and the following left-turn helix. It'll go underneath a small airtime hill and have switchbacks inside the sweeping turn. From there it'll meander it's way to the station. But then again, that's based on the animation. Which doesn't show much in the way of theming, for what it's worth. Regardless, this looks like it'll be a great ride with a solid punch. The video shows a plaza-style area just outside the footprint as well. The blue is my best guess as to where the return path will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebl Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 ^ If that is indeed the case, I like it. Putting the queue inside the structure not only makes efficient use of what would otherwise be dead space, but being in the middle of the action will build excitement. As much as Psyclone sucked, at least its exit ramp going down through the structure was cool. You got a great view of the ride in action, and a front seat to all the riders' bones cracking! Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkman25 Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 ^Its also going to cover the slab which I like, but hopefully there will be lots of canopy's and misters etc because I would image it would get pretty hot on a concrete slab in the middle of July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 You know, GCI rides may not inspire passion among airtime favored enthusiasts, but not much tops them in terms of sheer "fun" factor. SFMM made a wonderful choice with this coaster. I can't wait to marathon on this with my nephew! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneylanddork50 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 This thing opens in may, and they've got that much up already? Dang. It's going to be a great coaster. haha i'm just suprised it's a Woodie coaster, themed after a movie with Liquid Steel involved....oh well, that's Six Flags for ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeoplemoverMatt Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 And just how do we know the mehmetic polyalloy is not just giving you the impression that it's wood? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calicoasters Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 At this rate I think the circuit will be complete by the time West Coaster Bash arrives. I cant wait for the tour part of the event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nowaymang Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 I came here today hoping for the Boingo references. /leaving happy. PS: The structure looks awesome so far. ~Brian "Goin' to a party where no one's still alive." Teyssier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebl Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 "It's also going to cover the slab..." (themeparkman25) I don't think the slab will be any more of an issue than the old parking lot under Colossus and Goliath is. Honestly, I hope people riding Terminator will be focused on enjoying their ride rather than thinking, "Why didn't they do something about the concrete?" Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkman25 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 ^Alright, that is a good point and I take back what I say. I guess scream just left a bad taste in my mouth of Six Flags over Parking Lot. It looks like a great ride and yes, people better be having fun on the ride instead of thinking about the concrete! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 You are also noticing the slab more now because it's exposed. Once the ride is built I doubt you'll notice it. Just look at some of these shots of Troy: And Thunderbird: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebl Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 So...the secret is to build the coaster in a grassy field! Yeah, I figured the wooden structure of the ride would cover up the concrete well enough. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdcoffeytime Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 Great update! Just saw it tonight! Cant wait for it to open!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iSluvFsixMflagsM Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 They are building it fast....thanks for the update...i can't wait to take a look at it when i go during my spring break next month...by then they prob will have a lot more done... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenA07 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 I, as is the consensus it seems, am amazed at how fast the ride is being put together. I'm actually at this point looking most forward to seeing what happens with that back section of the park. I know we're all hoping for some elaborate rethemeing, but with all things considered part of me expects the theme for the ride to begin at the entrance of the ride, and not really extend out to the former Cyclone Bay area. We will see soon enough on that matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonkeyBreath Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 ^^^I think this is going to be like a batman of woodies fast ,intense, thrilling and over in the blink of and eye So your not going to have a chance to pay attention to the slab. Also looks to have plenty of head choppers and flying through the structure to keep you distracted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnycoaster Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 i thinks the construction was very fast. Maybe it'll ready for test run in 1 or 2 months i'm a new member for this website but i always pay attention about amusement park from this website. i'm from Thailand and i have my website about amusiment park too. But it use only Thai language in that website. So i'll hard for u to get it.(http://www.suansanook.net/forum/index.php) During March to June,i have participate in work&travel program and i have to work in six flags magic mountain.I'll get an update for u Ps. I have to apologize about my language.Cause i'm not strong but i'll try Vortex at Siam Park,Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southpuddle Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 OMG what kind of a crazy SLC is that??!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packfanlv Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 It is my 200th credit and one of the better SLCs I have ridden, but it has nothing to do with SFMM! Here is Vortex's listing on RCDB. http://rcdb.com/id3715.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF0216 Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Around when will Terminator Salvation: The Coaster, open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Around Memorial Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 February 21st Update! Mr. Six is BACK!!! That's right! Today's update starts with something more important than Terminator...the return of the old dancing guy and I have to say I'm glad to have him back! Anyway, on to some Terminator photos! It's a Saturday and these guys never get a day off...it's because they are ROBOTS! Duh! You wanted sexy curves? You got 'em! The bottom of the structure sure looks dense! I guess it needs to be with the California earthquakes. These two sections keep looking better and better. More Terminators hard at work. You can easily spot the Terminators since they all wear bright orange vests! See! Here you can see the new bridge that will be the rides entrance is starting to get worked on. And another look at the future bridge. And OMG! Another look at the future bridge! Yeah, I know we've seen this before, but doesn't it look better closer up? We see you Mr. First Drop getting installed! Here's a good overview of the progress this week. Mud...why did it have to be mud? I think by West Coast Bash the ride will almost be done! This Terminator update, along with the Bryan and Adam Show is brought to you by delicious, refreshing, tasty, and fizzy Coca-Cola. OMG! SIGNATURE SHOT!!! You can see a lot more of the first drop has gone up since last week. Popsicle Sticky Sticks. Hello Goliath Sign! Don't try to hide! We see you behind Deja Vu! The new entrance area from the Sky Tower. Across from the Deja Vu entrance is the new Johnny Rockets Snakes & Pies! Sorry, I mean Shakes and Fries. Thrill Shot was running today! Look! Dueling Arrows! Rapids is still down for the count. Looks like a lot of work is being done. The boats wait patiently to go back home. TPR Member Sighting! Crazy4Coasters and Itnotfair. And no, they aren't the cute couple as they look like here, they just both happened to be at the park at the same time! Jeff was also here doing his "I look older than dirt" impression. We also got a sneak peek inside the new Cold Stone at the front of the park. This location will have mix-ins just like all the others! Ooooh....yummy! "I will take Butterfingers and Reese's please!" Wow! Her and I have something in common. Maybe I should get her number! (BTW, Hi Dino!) Don't forget to get your 2009 Play Pass! And if you are local to Six Flags Magic Mountain and want to check out working at the park, stop by the 2009 Job Fair! And finally, we leave this update with another TPR Caption Contest! The best 10 captions posted will get a TPR Bag-o-Crap! Email your captions to DAN! mrt0ad13@aol.com See you next week! --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreditCrazy Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Faster and faster each week. I can't wait to see the finished drop! Oh and that Goliath sign kinda looks like the "Hollywood" sign on the hills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Thrill Dragster Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Great update. Dose Mr. Six talk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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