If you were in charge. (Part 2: Great American Scream Machin

[WadeJ]

RT isn't going anywhere LOL

Trust me, I asked around and several in-the-know (itk) were 100% sure its staying for many more years  I think El Toros design and placement further solidfies RT's staying power with how the tracks interact.  Actually, I believe we'll be seeing some serious investments on RT very soon

Unfortunately, I really don't think GASM will be replaced by anything but park infrastructure.  Why do I say this?  The hotel and its placement.  There isn't a lot of room to work with there and I know for a fact they plan to link this hotel to the park.  Right now that will likely be through a simple pathway right into GK.  But if you think about it, they could add a nice promanade with a TGI Fridays, or something simliar with shops, etc.

Its only my opinion but for whats its worth, I think GASM is gone by 2009-2010 at the latest.  The paint was only for having the park look good in the press after Kingda Ka opened.  A rusted, decaying ride in every picture or video shot wouldn't have been very good publicity.

Hopefully I'm wrong

[stew560]

Actually, I believe we'll be seeing some serious investments on RT very soon

Like New Trains!?!?!? I love the PTC's but I think thier time has finally come. I would prefer the current trains to lose the divider and get new padding, but that would be too wishful of thinking right? With the new Intamin Trains on ET, the old PTC's are going to look weak. If we did get new trains, I would love to see some Mill Flyers on there, or even the newer 2-bench individual bar PTCs... Just no G-trains...

(Ok done ranting on a single sentence!)

[DianaR]

Keep the suggestions coming Stew, we did get some shaded queues and DJ booths eventually

[Nozzy]

Just as long as they get rid of the seat belts on Rolling Thunder and run 4 trains I'll be happy.  I think Scream Machine's an awesome ride, and as much as I would hate seeing it go as it was what I identified with Great Adventure for so long, I think that it won't last much beyond 2010.  It still has life left though, as it was just repainted and sounded great after it on opening day, and there's the spare parts we just got.

[Deadman]

RT on a four train operation would be sweet, perhaps put one backwards for FF like they did so many years ago :shock: . But I doubt the seat belts will be taken off since they were added a little while back for safety.

[chilled182]

they had 4 train operation alot this year, supposedly.  I was unfortunate to miss every opportunity.

[innervision]

I didnt see 4 train operation one time this season. Both sides yes, but never 4 trains.

[Deadman]

I think I was actually there a day when it had four trains running. If I remember correctly it was only for a few weeks.

[Nozzy]

I saw both tracks running a lot, but only one train on each track.

And I realize the seatbelts won't be taken out but I can still dream

[blazzinmatt]

I did see quite a few days of four train operation. It was awesome to see the line so short and the ride running at such high capacity.

[overlord]

I think i got on once while they had both trains running at the same time. I dont think it would do anygood anyways. You still gotta stop the trains on the brake run. So it really doesnt do anything except get a few more people on the train.

[chilled182]

it makes a significant differenace because normally RT runs 1 train and one side.  If they had both sides open, people have an option, the lines fly through real fast.

I would love to see that as a regular this coming season.

[overlord]

Yeah after i posted, i was thinking about it. It moves the line quicker i guess but if we could just get an unload while people are loading, it would be really quick.

Back on GASM, it will be staying since our 3 year deal with intamin is terminated. Im not saying that it was going anywhere but any speculation of an Intamin Looper was just crushed.

[chilled182]

where/when did you hear that?

[overlord]

From a certain some one. Im not going to say anymore because im not sure if he wants it to get out. But there probably wont be any coasters for a few years he said. Looks like we dont have to take any down to put up any more.

[WadeJ]

IMO - there won't be any major coasters at Gadv for 5-10 more years anyway.

[rjholla2003]

Great Adventure can use a break from the coasters for a few years.  We've been extremely spoiled for the last few years and we should all be greatful.  All we really need is better theming, some headlining flats every year or other year, and an overall improved experience to keep up the numbers.

[Deadman]

Ya, I don't see much along the lines of coasters for a while either. I hope we do get a drop tower soon though, we say it every year  

[ChuckR]

5-10 years?? Wow  :shock:

[KingdaKaRuler05]

As for RT, I really hope its shaped up this season, especially because of it becoming part of a new section. All train running and dualing would be awesome. It seems that RT is getting a new sign too, which is great. I'd love to see the ride's station get a paint job too. Also, when you want to ride the left side, I hope your able to see ET from the queue line/station!

-KKR05

[Bubba Z]

What ever happen to talking About Scream Machine?. RJ,  start a Rolling Thunder topic.  :lol: Scream Machine will be around for a couple of more years,  Unless they need to move the hotel another 50ft towards the park. New paint, spare trains, It's not leaving for a while.

[overlord]

That is if Shapiro doesnt get rid of the plans to build one.