Just curious....how much would it actually cost to put all new monorails on the same track? Just trying to compare the price of this vs. building a new ride.
I think somewhere around $10 million per train? Probably way more
Just curious....how much would it actually cost to put all new monorails on the same track? Just trying to compare the price of this vs. building a new ride.
Not totally, just patches here or there.Have they ever replaced any of the monorail track or columns in the past 40 years?
Once the concrete is poured at the joints they are basically continuous sections six beams long with expansion joints at each end. From my understanding replacing anything would require replacing that whole section of beams. Part of the Express beam was replaced when the Epcot line was added to allow for the switch. As far as I know nothing has ever been replaced due to age or maintenance. Here's some info on the beams if you're interested.Have they ever replaced any of the monorail track or columns in the past 40 years?
Unfortunately, Lance has correct info this time.The source is screamscape.....
What is the age of the system in Disneyland? I know it is not tasked with travelling like these systems, but has it been upgraded/repaired beyond what WDW has done? I know there is talk of expanding the loop in DL to include a new resort, could they possibly use/borrow their trains while that work is being done? I can't imagine Epcot without the iconic monorail loop around SE.
What is the age of the system in Disneyland? I know it is not tasked with travelling like these systems, but has it been upgraded/repaired beyond what WDW has done? I know there is talk of expanding the loop in DL to include a new resort, could they possibly use/borrow their trains while that work is being done? I can't imagine Epcot without the iconic monorail loop around SE.
Disneyland is a whole totally different type of system. Their beamway is like a third the size of ours.What is the age of the system in Disneyland? I know it is not tasked with travelling like these systems, but has it been upgraded/repaired beyond what WDW has done? I know there is talk of expanding the loop in DL to include a new resort, could they possibly use/borrow their trains while that work is being done? I can't imagine Epcot without the iconic monorail loop around SE.
Unfortunately, Lance has correct info this time.
It's not a done deal, but this looks to be the preferred route by most involved.
you can't discontinue a transportation system without replacing it with an equal or better system. More Buses/Boats/and Minnie-Vans will not solve the problem. The gondola system will help, but it will become a band aid if monorail travel is stopped.
Disney just needs to bite the bullet and update the trains. Yes it's expensive, but it's completely necessary.
One has to wonder what Walt would do in this situation.
Surely if we're to lose the Epcot rail, something new should take it's place. I wouldn't mind the Skyliner on the same path.