Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I drive by KI every day on the way to and from work. It's cool to see the track sitting in the parking lot, half painted, half not. I noticed on the way back from Home Depot yesterday, that the cranes are working overtime in the distance. I also spotted some curved track rising above the park. I'll try to get some pictures today, but to the right of the Flight of Fear, you can see part of the curved track already assembled. In the parking lot, most of the track has been painted red, though some is still green. There are also some supports left. I drive my wife crazy driving down I-71, "keep your eyes on the road" she says as I'm constantly looking at the park for any changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 Just a question - Does KI restrict photography in the "drop off" area in front of the park? Does anyone know? (want to make sure I don't get escorted away) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tycoonrebel7188 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I know Captain Nemo took some pics from there earlier this year. So as far as I know, if you want to take pictures from the drop off area, you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tycoonrebel7188 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 sorry for the double post. I got an error that said something about flood control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I know what you mean... I almost crashed into the 'split' in front of the cinemas when they were building IJST Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIDelirium Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I know Captain Nemo took some pics from there earlier this year. So as far as I know, if you want to take pictures from the drop off area, you can. I've been taking photos from Dropoff for 3+ years now. They keep those vending machines stocked and payphones active all year, and I see people there using them occasionally. I even had a guard go by wave at me as I was there taking photos, so I'd say you won't have a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 How much track is still in the parking lot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tycoonrebel7188 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I know Captain Nemo took some pics from there earlier this year. So as far as I know, if you want to take pictures from the drop off area, you can. I've been taking photos from Dropoff for 3+ years now. They keep those vending machines stocked and payphones active all year, and I see people there using them occasionally. I even had a guard go by wave at me as I was there taking photos, so I'd say you won't have a problem. I didn't mean to exclude you at all PKIDelirium, I just happened to be in the drop off areaone say at the same time Nemo was taking pictures. Sorry if you were saddened at all. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIDelirium Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I was just commenting that I'd never had a problem stopping there for photos, so it wasn't likely that Lauch would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 How much track is still in the parking lot? they have about 10-15 support beams in the front of the parking lot. It's hard to tell how much track is there, since they put the track towards the back of the lot. From what I can tell, though, the painted track is pushed to the right, while the unpainted ones are placed on the left side. (as you're looking at the park from the road) If time permits, I'll head down there after work to take some pictures today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow2k3 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Awesome. Though I'm kind of curious what the construction site looks like now. Where's Nemo and his plane? -S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cincyboy0830 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I can't wait until KI opens, I have spring fever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 We really need an update of some type. Maybe KI will post some pics of the track up today on pki.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuskin Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 We really need an update of some type. Maybe KI will post some pics of the track up today on pki.com. we can only hope! If was at home and not at college I would go and take pictures just about everday for you guys! I'm jealous I cant do that right now lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 The "red" coloring you're seeing is just a primer, the track will be painted the dark red color once it has been erected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 The "red" coloring you're seeing is just a primer, the track will be painted the dark red color once it has been erected. I would think that it would be easier to prime and paint before it goes up? Wouldn't this also ensure that no parts are missed? Why would they do such a thing? Also- does anyone have any thoughts on riding a ride "after" it's been broken in? i.e. - waiting until the second week of opening before riding the Firehawk? I'm thinking I might have seen this in another topic, but it applies to Firehawk as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 The track pieces are painted after they're up to avoid damaging the paint during construction. The ride is already broken in. In fact, even a brand new ride is pretty well broken in before anyone from the public gets to ride it. Ohio state law requires that the train be cycled hundreds of times before riders and even get on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dane Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 So Firehawk construction is what you seek, but chances of that are pretty meek, well not to lose our update streak, we may have photos within the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 So Firehawk construction is what you seek, but chances of that are pretty meek, well not to lose our update streak, we may have photos within the week. Nice poem! FYI - I did see someone at the drop off taking pictures yesterday...perhaps this person may have something to do with your poem? My poem would be: Not to far the Island be To the drop off I will see with camera in hand and memory pictures pictures, all for free --Mine wasn't as good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browntggrr Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Also- does anyone have any thoughts on riding a ride "after" it's been broken in? i.e. - waiting until the second week of opening before riding the Firehawk? I'm thinking I might have seen this in another topic, but it applies to Firehawk as well. I'm sure that all the wheels have been changed since the ride last operated in 2006. Given that, the state requires each train to do 'x' amount of cycles (if anyone knows, please let us know) for safety reasons, and probably with water dummies simulating the weight of a full train of guests. These cycles for each train would be numerous, so chances are, the trains will have been broken in to the track. I would not worry about the ride being broken in. What maybe frustrating though, if KI runs the cycles during normal hours that guests are in the park. Most guests may not understand why the ride is operating, but w/o any guests. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 So Firehawk construction is what you seek, but chances of that are pretty meek, well not to lose our update streak, we may have photos within the week. Nice poem! FYI - I did see someone at the drop off taking pictures yesterday...perhaps this person may have something to do with your poem? My poem would be: Not to far the Island be To the drop off I will see with camera in hand and memory pictures pictures, all for free --Mine wasn't as good Good poem, but you're dealing with KIC here... do you think we'd really bother to update with something as 'public eye-ish' as the dropoff center? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 What maybe frustrating though, if KI runs the cycles during normal hours that guests are in the park. Most guests may not understand why the ride is operating, but w/o any guests. Wouldn't there be signs that let guests know that the ride is being tested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauch Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 Good poem, but you're dealing with KIC here... do you think we'd really bother to update with something as 'public eye-ish' as the dropoff center? Touche! This site is amazing, so I doubt any pictures taken from the drop off will be as good...either way...it's exciting!! --And I stop by KIC every day! You'll always get props from me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 What maybe frustrating though, if KI runs the cycles during normal hours that guests are in the park. Most guests may not understand why the ride is operating, but w/o any guests. Wouldn't there be signs that let guests know that the ride is being tested? Yes, but there's a word that starts with an R and ends with a D which people seems to loose the ability to do when in groups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browntggrr Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Wouldn't there be signs that let guests know that the ride is being tested? At the entrance to the ride, KI would probably station an employee that has just the bare minimum of information, like replying that the ride is being tested. I was more referring to guests noticing elsewhere in the park (i.e. On top of Eiffel Tower, top of Drop Zone, Racers etc.) that the ride was operating, then high tailing it to the ride, just to find out that it is not operating. I will also bet that most of the employees of the park will agree that guests pay no attention to park signs at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tycoonrebel7188 Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 What maybe frustrating though, if KI runs the cycles during normal hours that guests are in the park. Most guests may not understand why the ride is operating, but w/o any guests. Wouldn't there be signs that let guests know that the ride is being tested? Yes, but there's a word that starts with an R and ends with a D which people seems to loose the ability to do when in groups. I know it's been said many times on all websites, but many guest do seem to leave their brains at the front gate or at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Nemo Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Where's Nemo and his plane? So 'Where's Nemos plane' asks, shadow2k3 And when will his next flyover be? Did you happen to go outside my friend? Because it sure was one beautiful weekend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenageninja Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 I believe the number is 1000 cycles. I kind of remember KI testing IJST 1000 times when I was on the crew. They tested IJST while the park was open, and they had employees giving information, it will probably be the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skywriter Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Heck put me on the ride and I will be the test dummie.lol That would be fun. I cannot wait to ride Firehawk and See the new KI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoDeyForever Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Heck put me on the ride and I will be the test dummie.lol That would be fun. I cannot wait to ride Firehawk and See the new KI. Less than a month away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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