Vonni Posted November 23, 2013 Share Posted November 23, 2013 it's not Chang or 150 ft. tall but it looks like a blast. Thank God it's not Chang!! Six Flags removing Chang is the best thing they could've ever done for KK, IMO. I despise stand ups, and while it was better than most, it was still pretty "meh". Lightning Run looks great! Now if only they would remove T2! I am one of the few that actually enjoys most SLCs, and even I thought T2 was terrible. I wish they would remove T2 as well. As it has already been mentioned, it is the only dry ride in that area of the park now. Also removing it and replacing it with a different Coaster would be far more beneficial for KK. And another benefit, removing it would open up yet more space for the Water Park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted November 23, 2013 Share Posted November 23, 2013 ^As much as I do like what they're doing with the water park, I'd rather that spot be replaced by a dry ride like a roller coaster or a large footprint flat ride. Before any of that happens though, I'd love to see how any new Vekoma trains would perform on its tracks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatguyclint Posted November 24, 2013 Share Posted November 24, 2013 ^As much as I do like what they're doing with the water park, I'd rather that spot be replaced by a dry ride like a roller coaster or a large footprint flat ride. Before any of that happens though, I'd love to see how any new Vekoma trains would perform on its tracks. Before the announcements came and people thought KK was getting a frisbee instead of the drop tower we're actually getting, someone said they hoped it was a HUSS Giant. ...I absolutely love maXAir/Delirium, and if KK were to replace T2 with one of those they'd have my money in a heartbeat. They already kinda do; I certainly wouldn't mind a quick trip to KK from here in Nashville, or on the way to GrAm or KI! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Does anyone know when construction for Lighting Run is supposed to begin? Have footers been poured yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 I don't want them to replace T2 if they can get the new style trains. That might make for an OK ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 I don't want them to replace T2 because I need the credit! Seriously though, SLC's might be terrible rides, but they make for easy marketing as a big time thrill ride. So long as it is reliable for the park, I can't imagine it going anywhere for awhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koasterking48 Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 ^ And unfortunately, T2 is considered one of the worse SLCs. I say that Kentucky Kingdom should just scrap it, because there is plenty of better use of that real estate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GwaziBSRider1 Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 If they got the new SLC trains like Morey's did, it would probably improve it dramatically. I can't stand SLCs, but I found Morey's to be very enjoyable. It was rough, but it was a fun rough that didn't hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Some seats weren't good at all, but the last two rows were usually the safe seats on T2. I always liked re-riding it because of its weird roughness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Yeah, I still say scrap the thing and use the property for a new better Coaster, or more Water Park Expansion lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodie Warrior Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Congrats on Kentucky Kingdom for selling more than 500 season passes already! (I know this because they have removed the message on their website saying the first 500 passes sold would come with free sports bottles) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 ^ And unfortunately, T2 is considered one of the worse SLCs. I say that Kentucky Kingdom should just scrap it, because there is plenty of better use of that real estate. It's not that easy to just scrap a ride especially for a "new" park. Kentucky Kingdom will need rides to attract interest, even if the rides don't appeal to enthusiasts. The GP still love anything that goes upside down. Also, not does would it cost money to build something new, the cost for coaster removal is not cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilsam1993 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 One reason why T2 could be one of the worst is because it uses 7 cars instead of 10. This SLC is also about 8 feet shorter than a non-prototype SLC. The GP still loves T2, and the GP misses Chang deeply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaron88stang Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 When Ky. Kingdom opened for it's very first year, the Bumper Cars were in the building that they're moving them back too. I can't wait to ride Lightning Run, the train is ultra cool. The ride layout looks fun and I think it's perfect for a new opening, yeah it's not Chang or 150 ft. tall but it looks like a blast. I Purchased my Season Pass last night, come on Summer! I thought I remembered them in that building. Thanks for confirming it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuxedomask5432 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 On the park's map, it says "opening 2015" over T2. I don't imagine it will go anywhere either, but I hope that it does get some new trains, and hopefully some track rehab as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djboss302 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 ^I also heard Ed Hart wants T2 to be painted to its original color scheme, along with the new trains. And I personally want it to stay because I need the credit And for those of you who don't know what T2 originally looked like: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yay101 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 ^ And unfortunately, T2 is considered one of the worse SLCs. I say that Kentucky Kingdom should just scrap it, because there is plenty of better use of that real estate. Yeah, I still say scrap the thing and use the property for a new better Coaster, or more Water Park Expansion lol! I think that if T2 is getting this much work done on it, then it will be a great ride! I wonder why the other bad Vekoma SLCs don't get this treatment, haha! Personally it seems odd to me that a park/company works on improving a ride and after, the ride still sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scbt Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 ^^ I hope they don't paint it like that again, it looks terrible imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 ^ And unfortunately, T2 is considered one of the worse SLCs. I say that Kentucky Kingdom should just scrap it, because there is plenty of better use of that real estate. Yeah, I still say scrap the thing and use the property for a new better Coaster, or more Water Park Expansion lol! I think that if T2 is getting this much work done on it, then it will be a great ride! I wonder why the other bad Vekoma SLCs don't get this treatment, haha! There is no evidence that this treatment makes the ride that much better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yay101 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 ^ I didn't say it would make it better or worse. I just said I hoped it would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronWolfman Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 I hope it makes the ride better, because from T2's various POV's, it doesn't look enjoyable. The color scheme doesn't look that bad either, I just feel the black fits it better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djboss302 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 I'm pretty sure I'm the only one who would be happy if they change T2 back to its original color . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 (edited) ^^ I hope they don't paint it like that again, it looks terrible imo. I think that photo only gives the ride a yucky strong "glow" to it. Compared to its current solid black, any color is good color, even if it's going to be painted another solid color... Makes it look fresh, especially if they add new trains. Edited December 2, 2013 by Midgetman82 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodie Warrior Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 In my opinion, the original color is pretty obnoxious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koasterking48 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 T2 looked pretty faded when I last visited the park, so I also agree that any paint would be nice for it. And yes, I do understand that it is very expensive for demolition of the ride, it was just wishful thinking on my part Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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