"Terminator" Woodie for SFMM
- Thread starter A-Kid
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I dont know why people make such a big deal out of coaster names tbh.
Is the ride good? yes or no so the name adds nothing, its just a name. Why is Ninja called Ninja, it has nothing to do with Ninja's does it?
At least the name relates to one of the biggest money making franchises ever and not one that is just about over.
The new film will be a huge hit, why? well its Terminator and just about everyone who liked the films will see it. The new coaster is just advertising for the film nothing more nothing less.
Is the ride good? yes or no so the name adds nothing, its just a name. Why is Ninja called Ninja, it has nothing to do with Ninja's does it?
At least the name relates to one of the biggest money making franchises ever and not one that is just about over.
The new film will be a huge hit, why? well its Terminator and just about everyone who liked the films will see it. The new coaster is just advertising for the film nothing more nothing less.
robbeal
Hyper Poster
Its going to get called just Terminator anyway. No-one'll bother with the full title. It'll be the same as Nemesis Inferno, or Mr. Six' Pandemonium (until they actually shortened it), so there's no point worrying about the title really. At least its a tie-in with something soon-to-be topical, so it will be relevant.
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Anonymous
Guest
Slayed said:
Sorry.
I am really excited. Its going to be a really kick-ass ride. We all know it
Roberto
RCDB has construction pics!
http://rcdb.com/m/ig4173.htm
And it lists the name as: Terminator Salvation (I think there will be a (tm) in there too): The coaster!
SAW - your name is far better than this one's.
http://rcdb.com/m/ig4173.htm
And it lists the name as: Terminator Salvation (I think there will be a (tm) in there too): The coaster!
SAW - your name is far better than this one's.
robbalvey
Roller Poster
January 17th, 2009 Update!
So I get a call from GCI yesterday "Terminator has gone VERTICAL! Go get pics!" And of course since I always do what I'm told, I now bring you a new Terminator construction update! Yes, the ride is now vertical! YAY!!! I'm told that about 70 bents will be in place by Monday and a lot of progress is going to happen very quickly.
Here are the photos from today:
"Please excuse our mess - the Governator will be arriving soon!"
Ahh, looks like one of the older structures at the park, the shooting gallery, has been removed to make way for...OMG...what is that I see?
YES! Terminator has gone VERTICAL!!!
Makes you wonder if these structures may not be around much longer now that we know a Cold Stone is going in at the front of the park and there has been the hint of new bathrooms on the horizon.
This view will once again have a wooden structure behind it soon!
Bents started going up on Friday, and here is what has been done so far.
As you can see, it's Saturday, and bents are still being put up.
They put this one in place while I was here taking pictures.
Ahh, those little blocks of wood make great merchandise! Just stamp the Terminator logo on it and you've got something that every coaster enthusiast will buy just like Holiday World and other parks do! (hint, hint) One man's left over wood is a gold mine to coaster geeks!
Internet world, meet Mr. Small Crane...hopefully we'll see his cousin Mr. Big Crane in some future updates.
Another shot of the OMG VERTICAL CONSTRUCTION!!!
These guys are just waiting their turn.
More Popsicle sticks.
Yup, the back area of the park is looking wooden again!
And now...all the photos you just saw...but from the SKY TOWER!! Oooooh...
Hmm...bents being prepared to go up, or alien spaceship landing spot...you decide!
That's a LOT of popsicle sticks!
I like how it just looks like a "pile of bents" just thrown there! LOL! (We see you nice and newly painted Deja Vu!)
Here's a nice overview of the vertical construction, the alien landing pad, newly painted Deja Vu, the pile 'o bents, and lots of popsicle sticks.
GRRR!!! A spaceship had landed and taken off and we *just* missed it!
Goodbye shooting gallery! Hopefully this area will eventually be the new entrance to the Terminator ride. I think that would be awesome!
You can really see how much room is already opened up and how much more room could be created if the other two buildings came down.
Hmm...eventually cables there?
Another overview. As you can see the ride is going to be BIG!
And finally, one last look at the progress. I have a feeling that we'll see a lot of work by next weekend!
And yes, Deja Vu looks GREAT!
Not much activity here.
We see you Riddler's train!
It's nice to see that the Sky Tower museum is still looking great!
If you know what coaster this is and where it currently is operating, email Dan the answer! mrt0ad13@aol.com
We like the more flags, more fun guy, but who doesn't miss Mr. Six?
Still have a bit of work to do on the Q-Bot area. Looking forward to this getting done!
--Robb
So I get a call from GCI yesterday "Terminator has gone VERTICAL! Go get pics!" And of course since I always do what I'm told, I now bring you a new Terminator construction update! Yes, the ride is now vertical! YAY!!! I'm told that about 70 bents will be in place by Monday and a lot of progress is going to happen very quickly.
Here are the photos from today:
"Please excuse our mess - the Governator will be arriving soon!"
Ahh, looks like one of the older structures at the park, the shooting gallery, has been removed to make way for...OMG...what is that I see?
YES! Terminator has gone VERTICAL!!!
Makes you wonder if these structures may not be around much longer now that we know a Cold Stone is going in at the front of the park and there has been the hint of new bathrooms on the horizon.
This view will once again have a wooden structure behind it soon!
Bents started going up on Friday, and here is what has been done so far.
As you can see, it's Saturday, and bents are still being put up.
They put this one in place while I was here taking pictures.
Ahh, those little blocks of wood make great merchandise! Just stamp the Terminator logo on it and you've got something that every coaster enthusiast will buy just like Holiday World and other parks do! (hint, hint) One man's left over wood is a gold mine to coaster geeks!
Internet world, meet Mr. Small Crane...hopefully we'll see his cousin Mr. Big Crane in some future updates.
Another shot of the OMG VERTICAL CONSTRUCTION!!!
These guys are just waiting their turn.
More Popsicle sticks.
Yup, the back area of the park is looking wooden again!
And now...all the photos you just saw...but from the SKY TOWER!! Oooooh...
Hmm...bents being prepared to go up, or alien spaceship landing spot...you decide!
That's a LOT of popsicle sticks!
I like how it just looks like a "pile of bents" just thrown there! LOL! (We see you nice and newly painted Deja Vu!)
Here's a nice overview of the vertical construction, the alien landing pad, newly painted Deja Vu, the pile 'o bents, and lots of popsicle sticks.
GRRR!!! A spaceship had landed and taken off and we *just* missed it!
Goodbye shooting gallery! Hopefully this area will eventually be the new entrance to the Terminator ride. I think that would be awesome!
You can really see how much room is already opened up and how much more room could be created if the other two buildings came down.
Hmm...eventually cables there?
Another overview. As you can see the ride is going to be BIG!
And finally, one last look at the progress. I have a feeling that we'll see a lot of work by next weekend!
And yes, Deja Vu looks GREAT!
Not much activity here.
We see you Riddler's train!
It's nice to see that the Sky Tower museum is still looking great!
If you know what coaster this is and where it currently is operating, email Dan the answer! mrt0ad13@aol.com
We like the more flags, more fun guy, but who doesn't miss Mr. Six?
Still have a bit of work to do on the Q-Bot area. Looking forward to this getting done!
--Robb
robbalvey
Roller Poster
January 25th, 2009 Update
Today we were able to go backstage to get a bit closer to the latest progress. Here you can see the turn around from last week is nearly done!
Those popsicle sticks have finally found their place in life!
The ride is coming along VERY fast. That's quite a bit put up just in the past 7 days.
Some close up shots for Joe.
"It's the end of the ride as we know it..."
There's more there, it's just cloaked using T-2000 futuristic technology.
More closeups for Joe!
Getting tired of looking at the turn around? No? GOOD!
Radar dish to communicate with other life forms. (Terminators need this kind of equipment)
Another look at, yep, the turn around!
More popsicle sticks waiting for love.
Hey look! There's another section going up!
Another overview of the middle section.
Here is where the Shooting Gallery once stood. I'm told this will be the entrance area to the coaster.
A bridge will someday be built here.
Bridgey, Bridge, Bridge, Bridge, Bridge.
Weather was FANTASTIC to be out taking dirt pictures today!
More Dirt. More Popsicle Sticks. Cones, Cones, Cones...
Mud...why did it have to be mud.
Here you can see Terminator starting to sneak up over the fence.
This building will soon be the new Johnny Rockets Snakes and Pies...errr...Shakes and Fries!
And the Ice Cream Shop at the front of the park will be a full service Cold Stone! (The Cold Stone at the back of the park is staying, too!)
The Sky Tower offers an awesome view of the progress.
There's that new little section hiding behind the freshly painted Deja Vu!
Popsicle Sticky sticks.
The lumber supply is getting lower and lower (and Leon's getting LARGER!!!)
Looks awesome!!!
The little section being built. It's so cute! You just want to reach out and pet it...c'mon go ahead...pet your screen! Do it! In fact, take a picture of you petting your screen and EMAIL DAN with the picture: mrt0ad13@aol.com (include your mailing address with your picture and we'll send you a TPR Bag-of-Crap!)
I'm TELLING you! This whole Terminator theme is just a cover up for Goliath 2!
Once this area is cleared of wood, it would make the PERFECT place for a Terminator Opening Day Campout (hint, hint!)
Here's an overview of the entire site.
Traffic Jam.
I haven't taken an overview "park photo" in a while...so here's one! Enjoy!
Arrow Fun Junction.
Q-Bot area still looking like two evil faces under construction.
The Yo-Yo gets a bit of love.
New for 2009! Fresh Paint!
It's nice to see the older rides getting some care.
And finally we leave you with the Customer Service Policy. Words to live by! Until next week....
A big THANK YOU goes out to Six Flags Magic Mountain for giving us access to take these photos.
--Robb
Ps. Remember for more information about Terminator Salvation: The Ride and for our past construction updates, click here:
http://www.themeparkreview.com/parks/ph ... inkid=4166
Today we were able to go backstage to get a bit closer to the latest progress. Here you can see the turn around from last week is nearly done!
Those popsicle sticks have finally found their place in life!
The ride is coming along VERY fast. That's quite a bit put up just in the past 7 days.
Some close up shots for Joe.
"It's the end of the ride as we know it..."
There's more there, it's just cloaked using T-2000 futuristic technology.
More closeups for Joe!
Getting tired of looking at the turn around? No? GOOD!
Radar dish to communicate with other life forms. (Terminators need this kind of equipment)
Another look at, yep, the turn around!
More popsicle sticks waiting for love.
Hey look! There's another section going up!
Another overview of the middle section.
Here is where the Shooting Gallery once stood. I'm told this will be the entrance area to the coaster.
A bridge will someday be built here.
Bridgey, Bridge, Bridge, Bridge, Bridge.
Weather was FANTASTIC to be out taking dirt pictures today!
More Dirt. More Popsicle Sticks. Cones, Cones, Cones...
Mud...why did it have to be mud.
Here you can see Terminator starting to sneak up over the fence.
This building will soon be the new Johnny Rockets Snakes and Pies...errr...Shakes and Fries!
And the Ice Cream Shop at the front of the park will be a full service Cold Stone! (The Cold Stone at the back of the park is staying, too!)
The Sky Tower offers an awesome view of the progress.
There's that new little section hiding behind the freshly painted Deja Vu!
Popsicle Sticky sticks.
The lumber supply is getting lower and lower (and Leon's getting LARGER!!!)
Looks awesome!!!
The little section being built. It's so cute! You just want to reach out and pet it...c'mon go ahead...pet your screen! Do it! In fact, take a picture of you petting your screen and EMAIL DAN with the picture: mrt0ad13@aol.com (include your mailing address with your picture and we'll send you a TPR Bag-of-Crap!)
I'm TELLING you! This whole Terminator theme is just a cover up for Goliath 2!
Once this area is cleared of wood, it would make the PERFECT place for a Terminator Opening Day Campout (hint, hint!)
Here's an overview of the entire site.
Traffic Jam.
I haven't taken an overview "park photo" in a while...so here's one! Enjoy!
Arrow Fun Junction.
Q-Bot area still looking like two evil faces under construction.
The Yo-Yo gets a bit of love.
New for 2009! Fresh Paint!
It's nice to see the older rides getting some care.
And finally we leave you with the Customer Service Policy. Words to live by! Until next week....
A big THANK YOU goes out to Six Flags Magic Mountain for giving us access to take these photos.
--Robb
Ps. Remember for more information about Terminator Salvation: The Ride and for our past construction updates, click here:
http://www.themeparkreview.com/parks/ph ... inkid=4166
robbalvey
Roller Poster
February 1st, 2009 Update
Hey! What's that peeking through the trees? I see wood!
If you look real hard you can see the Terminator!
Here's that turn from last week. Looks about the same.
But here's a close up because it's awesome.
Maxim sponsors the crane!
The real work this week has been done on the "deadman turnaround" which will be near the station.
This will be the second highest spot on the ride.
Here's a slightly different angle of the "deadman turnaround."
Wow! The animatronics are looking AWESOME!!! =)
This part of the ride will be connected to the first drop.
And yes, Terminator is now changing the back of the park!
Ahh, once again a woodie takes over the back corner of the park!
"Hello! How are you doing?"
Just in case you didn't get enough photos of the Deadman Turnaround, here's another one!
OMG! Zoom in on that wood!!!
Another close up for you all.
I'm telling you, those little blocks will make GREAT merchandise!
And now you can see how Terminator is changing the skyline!
Hey, what is that I see?!?!?
Thanks to Magic Mountain's 75% off sale, KidTums scores a $12 giant Domo-Kun!!!
Hey everyone, don't forget about Thomas.
DOMO-KUN! ATTACK!!!
"One of these things is not like the other...one of these things does not belong..."
We would have ridden this stump, but it was closed for maintenance.
The Frog Hopper was next on the agenda...
..and as you can see it's KidTums APPROVED!!!
Canyon Blaster has recently changed it's height restriction, which is fine as these things happen, but parents please take note....
...because there is no sign out front to tell you this and the first time you see a height restriction sign is AFTER you've already waited in line! Hopefully this will get addressed soon.
At the park entrance, if you need your exercise, follow this sign to Batman The Ride, if you want to get to the coaster quicker, go the opposite way! =)
Yay! Terminator banners have started to appear! Looking forward to riding it this May!
--Robb
Hey! What's that peeking through the trees? I see wood!
If you look real hard you can see the Terminator!
Here's that turn from last week. Looks about the same.
But here's a close up because it's awesome.
Maxim sponsors the crane!
The real work this week has been done on the "deadman turnaround" which will be near the station.
This will be the second highest spot on the ride.
Here's a slightly different angle of the "deadman turnaround."
Wow! The animatronics are looking AWESOME!!! =)
This part of the ride will be connected to the first drop.
And yes, Terminator is now changing the back of the park!
Ahh, once again a woodie takes over the back corner of the park!
"Hello! How are you doing?"
Just in case you didn't get enough photos of the Deadman Turnaround, here's another one!
OMG! Zoom in on that wood!!!
Another close up for you all.
I'm telling you, those little blocks will make GREAT merchandise!
And now you can see how Terminator is changing the skyline!
Hey, what is that I see?!?!?
Thanks to Magic Mountain's 75% off sale, KidTums scores a $12 giant Domo-Kun!!!
Hey everyone, don't forget about Thomas.
DOMO-KUN! ATTACK!!!
"One of these things is not like the other...one of these things does not belong..."
We would have ridden this stump, but it was closed for maintenance.
The Frog Hopper was next on the agenda...
..and as you can see it's KidTums APPROVED!!!
Canyon Blaster has recently changed it's height restriction, which is fine as these things happen, but parents please take note....
...because there is no sign out front to tell you this and the first time you see a height restriction sign is AFTER you've already waited in line! Hopefully this will get addressed soon.
At the park entrance, if you need your exercise, follow this sign to Batman The Ride, if you want to get to the coaster quicker, go the opposite way! =)
Yay! Terminator banners have started to appear! Looking forward to riding it this May!
--Robb
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Anonymous
Guest
I'm always amazing at how fast some coasters go up, I feel like it should take so much longer. Those are great pictures, sounds like it'll be amazing!
robbalvey
Roller Poster
February 15th, 2009 Update!
Here is the Aerial view as seen by the Cyberdyne HK Drone (aka Sky Tower View)
Looks like this turn is fairly complete and ready for some track!
Here you can see the dead man turn...not too many Popsicle sticks left laying around now!
Remember when that whole back area was filled with Popsicle sticks just a few short weeks ago?
Mr. Big Crane is lifting another bent into place.
It's cool to see how they are working on two sections of the ride at once!
I see some steel has been put into place for some of the cross overs.
How about a nice closeup of that overpass?
Another look at the Dead Mans Party Turn, Deja Vu featuring DJ Jazzy Jeff and some fresh paint, and a little cameo by Mr. Big Crane.
You're looking at the future Terminator Salvation: The Ride entrance! I like the little make-shift bridge they've got going on!
From the midway, Terminator is really taking shape!
Each week the wood seems to get more and more dense.
Terminator only went vertical just under 1 month ago and look how much is already done!
Cyberdyne Systems crew is inspecting the ride.
There's that new brand spanking new bent going into place!
I have a feeling there will be a pop of airtime here!
The Dead Mans Party turn almost looks bigger than Deja Vu! =)
Looks like that alien transmitter has been covered in wood! Those Cyberdyne drones know how to disguise themselves!
Two giant curves!
Even on a Sunday these guys are still going at it.
Terminator Salvation: The Ride, a yellow thing, a red thing, and a silver box.
This area is going to look so much better with a GOOD woodie behind it!
"It's a dead mans party...who could ask for more..."
Another view of wooden sticks.
Mr. Small Crane is still hanging around.
But Mr. Big Crane is the center of attention today!
I really, REALLY hope they get rid of the "Cyclone Bay" signs!!! Anyway, that's today's update! Hope you've enjoyed it. We will have more next week!
--Robb
Here is the Aerial view as seen by the Cyberdyne HK Drone (aka Sky Tower View)
Looks like this turn is fairly complete and ready for some track!
Here you can see the dead man turn...not too many Popsicle sticks left laying around now!
Remember when that whole back area was filled with Popsicle sticks just a few short weeks ago?
Mr. Big Crane is lifting another bent into place.
It's cool to see how they are working on two sections of the ride at once!
I see some steel has been put into place for some of the cross overs.
How about a nice closeup of that overpass?
Another look at the Dead Mans Party Turn, Deja Vu featuring DJ Jazzy Jeff and some fresh paint, and a little cameo by Mr. Big Crane.
You're looking at the future Terminator Salvation: The Ride entrance! I like the little make-shift bridge they've got going on!
From the midway, Terminator is really taking shape!
Each week the wood seems to get more and more dense.
Terminator only went vertical just under 1 month ago and look how much is already done!
Cyberdyne Systems crew is inspecting the ride.
There's that new brand spanking new bent going into place!
I have a feeling there will be a pop of airtime here!
The Dead Mans Party turn almost looks bigger than Deja Vu! =)
Looks like that alien transmitter has been covered in wood! Those Cyberdyne drones know how to disguise themselves!
Two giant curves!
Even on a Sunday these guys are still going at it.
Terminator Salvation: The Ride, a yellow thing, a red thing, and a silver box.
This area is going to look so much better with a GOOD woodie behind it!
"It's a dead mans party...who could ask for more..."
Another view of wooden sticks.
Mr. Small Crane is still hanging around.
But Mr. Big Crane is the center of attention today!
I really, REALLY hope they get rid of the "Cyclone Bay" signs!!! Anyway, that's today's update! Hope you've enjoyed it. We will have more next week!
--Robb
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Anonymous
Guest
GCI never fails to create a good looking coaster, I just hope that SFMM do something about those large concrete areas, since that just looks foul.
robbalvey
Roller Poster
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!
Which one is older?
See you next week!
--Robb
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!
Which one is older?
See you next week!
--Robb
The Grape Wizard
Hyper Poster
This looking great and going up quite quick! Nice photos and yay mr six
Coaster-Fiend
Mega Poster
God Damn, those sweeties to put on the ice creams, that would be so delicious I would sperm!