Outdoor Man Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 no, but I don't believe that the entire ride has been dismantled like this before. I can't imagine the park investing a lot of money into a ride that once fixed will STILL be 30+ years old. I don't claim to know anything, just saying... not a good sign. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanna Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Thanks for making me feel Ooooold. I recall riding it when it was brand spankin' new. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 no, but I don't believe that the entire ride has been dismantled like this before. I can't imagine the park investing a lot of money into a ride that once fixed will STILL be 30+ years old. I don't claim to know anything, just saying... not a good sign. There are different levels on rehab on flat rides. Particularly, I've seen Zephyr both ripped down to a "skeleton" and a time when it appeared to have been completely removed. Clearly something complicated needs to be fixed on SR&R. I bet the ride could be assembled in a matter of days once it's ready to thrill riders again. I know no more than any of you, but I'm not worried yet... 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldiesmann Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Despite its current state, nothing seems to point towards removal right now. It wouldn't make sense for them to suddenly remove it mid-season. There was evidence of work being done shortly after it went down in early June. They wouldn't just take the cars off and leave the arms propped up for weeks before dismantling more of it. They wouldn't leave parts of the ride sitting around in full public view if they planned to remove it. They wouldn't continue telling the general public that the ride was "temporarily closed" (at least not current KI/CF - not with a CEO who emphasizes giving guests the "best day" in the park) I'd be much more concerned if a certain nickle-hoarder were still in charge. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTW Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Even if it's not done for good it's likely that it is done for a while, and there's no guarantee I'll make it to the park any given day to be able to ride. I may not make it again in 2014 and I may not have a pass next year so I just really appreciate the time I got to spend with SR&R, especially when our family all rode together. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dtk1376 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Well, if they do get rid of SRR, I hope the replacement is a ride that is 42 inch height requirement, that was a fun ride last year for when my little one hit the 42 inch mark, more fun than the Linus Launcher anyways. I really hope SRR comes back though as it's one of my favorites, if it were to be removed I would be worried about them turning it into a picnic area for Juke Box Diner *shudders* 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharleyTheDinosaur Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The neatness in which they are dismantling it leads me to believe it's just going to be refurbished. Maybe it'll get a new color scheme. I'm sorry but those colors look terrible together. In a completely unfounded wishful thinking side note, how awesome would it be for Shake, Rattle, and Roll to come back painted red with white cars and called The Big Red Machine. If Cedar Point can have a Lebron themed ride why can't we have a Reds one? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan73 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I sure hope it comes back. Truly one of the most enjoyable rides in the park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI Guy Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I'm sorry but those colors look terrible together. I think they're pretty far out. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 It's no Flying Eagles or anything.. You know what that just made me think of? SR&R's location would be a nice spot for our Flying Eagles. That 3-Point Challenge location would also be a nice spot for a Flying Eagles ride, not ours, but another one. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The neatness in which they are dismantling it leads me to believe it's just going to be refurbished. Maybe it'll get a new color scheme. I'm sorry but those colors look terrible together. In a completely unfounded wishful thinking side note, how awesome would it be for Shake, Rattle, and Roll to come back painted red with white cars and called The Big Red Machine. If Cedar Point can have a Lebron themed ride why can't we have a Reds one? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Awesome idea, the only question is, how much of a cut would Little Joe ask for? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIBeast Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I've only been on Shake, Rattle, & Roll a few times. When I first started going to KI as an adult, I went simply to power ride all of the coasters. One trip, I decided to ride other rides and was pleasantly surprised at how thrilling this ride is. Hopefully, it will be around for a while. If not, I had some good rides on it. On a side note, two years ago, I took my son, who had just turned 4 to Camden Park. We rode the Scrambler, the Whip, Big Dipper, the Train (Halloween time) and the Haunted House. I had really forgotten how other rides can be loads of fun, especially when sharing the experience with your kid. I'm not sure who's smile was bigger, mine or his. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The Camden Park Haunted House is one of the true pleasures in my life. I particularly like the brake. I also fondly recall its predecessor, Laff In The Dark. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 ^ After my visit to Camden Park last year, I told my coworkers about the brakes on the Haunted House. They now ask me jokingly after I visit a new park if it has brakes as good as Camden's. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 no, but I don't believe that the entire ride has been dismantled like this before. I can't imagine the park investing a lot of money into a ride that once fixed will STILL be 30+ years old. I don't claim to know anything, just saying... not a good sign. Hopefully they will fix this 30+ year old ride because there aren't that many quality family rides at Kings Island like the Shake Rattle & Roll. A ride that isn't to wild for kids, but isn't to babyfied for adults. It is also nice to have a relaxing ride, as much as I love big coasters, I like to have some variety. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Each piece has been carefully taken apart, giving further evidence that the ride is simply going into early rehab... And yes, the sign still says TEMPORARILY closed. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Did they take the queue apart, too? It kinda looks like it in Boddah's first picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I think so, but the queues are designed so that can be done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dieseltech20 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Wow, seeing these pictures makes me sad. My Kids LOVE this ride. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 They tried to make me go to rehab but I said Shake, Rattle, and Roll 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Maybe a new SR&R from Huss is on it's way. Fingers crossed! Please no more new rides from Huss. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Also appears the safety guide has been taken down. What about the operator booth? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTW Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 The fork lifts needed room to maneuver around in there. Maybe we will see new paint and a new lighting scheme when she reopens. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 And SR&R began to sing..... edit: see thedevariouseffect post above 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Way to steal my joke haha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Hehehehe....you're welcome...LOL. (sorry I didn't read the posts...Amy just popped into my head!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I am surprised Don has not posted yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OleShawn Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 ^ After my visit to Camden Park last year, I told my coworkers about the brakes on the Haunted House. They now ask me jokingly after I visit a new park if it has brakes as good as Camden's. Wait dont they just catch you? can't remember 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Do brakes not stop most rides? What slows then stops can be seen as a brake. And yes, yes... The Flying Scooters there have no brakes...and stop only by friction slowing down the ride... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hendrick Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 The Flying Scooters there have no brakes...and stop only by friction slowing down the ride... Cedar Point's version takes forever to stop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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