Transformers: The Ride - Summer 2013

[Disneyhead]

Not to dismiss the mods and BriMan, who I have the utmost respect for the way he runs this site. IF BriMan/ Mods announces an forthcoming update, forum members should refrain from posting their AWESOME pics until after the official update. BUT we really love ANY pics we can get. Just wait until the hosts post their own. I don't believe that is too much to ask.

 

[bobwadd]

Here is my take on the whole waiting to post pictures thing.

The last few times I went to UO I spent the whole day trying to get pictures for this site and this site only as I do not contribute to any other forums. I did not go on any rides. As you can imagine it requires a lot of time and effort to take the shots I contribute to this site. Over the wall shots do not come easily! It also takes time to sort through the hundreds of shots I typically take on a trip to UO. So I am also spending time, effort and monies to contribute to this site. I also have a long drive and typically return home sometime around midnight. I might stay up another hour or more to post at least some of the pictures shot that day. Finally time to go to bed, I'll post the rest in the morning.

I understand that Brian and the other staff members spend a great deal of time, effort and monies on this site. I greatly appreciate what they have done.

If I step on someones toes by doing what I do, I am sorry. I do it for the love of being able to contribute.

Thanks for reading, Bob

PS - I am also a VIP, I did this because I really believe in the sophistication and integrity of this site.

 

[maxairmike]

Yikes, didn't realize my simple post and crappy phone pics would ignite a forest fire.

In all honesty, I didn't see BriMan's post until I was scrolling around in this and another thread in a separate tab as I was writing the post and it didn't register. I figured BriMan was literally local as the head guy (or it seems he is), not 3 hours away. To be sure I didn't go to the park to do this deliberately. Also figured he would be using a good camera and he'd be able to get better images (i.e. not ridiculously distorted) that would provide a better look than I did.

Apologies, and I'll slide back a bit into the shadows.

 

[ReelJustice]

Yikes, didn't realize my simple post and crappy phone pics would ignite a forest fire.

In all honesty, I didn't see BriMan's post until I was scrolling around in this and another thread in a separate tab as I was writing the post and it didn't register. I figured BriMan was literally local as the head guy (or it seems he is), not 3 hours away. To be sure I didn't go to the park to do this deliberately. Also figured he would be using a good camera and he'd be able to get better images (i.e. not ridiculously distorted) that would provide a better look than I did.

Apologies, and I'll slide back a bit into the shadows.

FWIW, my post was directed at the people calling the owner of the site they enjoy for free "Petty", not you.

 

[Jakemeister]

We really don't mind photos and updates, at that we HIGHLY encourage it. I don't even think Brian minded that much that photos got posted. I think it was simply that it was considered "Petty".

 

[Brian G.]

Yikes, didn't realize my simple post and crappy phone pics would ignite a forest fire.

In all honesty, I didn't see BriMan's post until I was scrolling around in this and another thread in a separate tab as I was writing the post and it didn't register. I figured BriMan was literally local as the head guy (or it seems he is), not 3 hours away. To be sure I didn't go to the park to do this deliberately. Also figured he would be using a good camera and he'd be able to get better images (i.e. not ridiculously distorted) that would provide a better look than I did.

Apologies, and I'll slide back a bit into the shadows.

No worries. Don't take my post as way to frighten you. I appreciate all updates, it's just that in my case....it's a special case. I used to be local, but have since moved to Miami. I plan to be local again within the next year though.

My point was, this is a 2nd job for the Staff..and it's not really a job, but more of a hobby. All of us have real world stuff to deal with. Jake has college/work, Hate has work (insane hours), Mike lives an hour away, and Tbadd was on vacation. Granted this trip wouldn't have happened if it wasn't for my g/f wanting to ride DM, most other cases..it would have been me driving 3 hours to make sure this site stays updated. I don't see a cent from that trip and none of you guys pay for the gas. I didn't think it was petty thing to say "Hey, at least wait for mine before posting yours." since it's a little bit more time consuming. Our goal is to become #1 for theme park sites, whether that makes us money or not is secondary. In fact, I've spent the past 5 hours trying to fix my main PC (which has the Photoshop and all that jazz) but the motherboard appears to be fried, so I've been getting my work laptop ready to get the updates going.

BTW, Thank you Ryan for the offer, and for the others for your kind support.

 

[quickfire609]

BTW, Thank you Ryan for the offer, and for the others for your kind support.

Not a problem. I've said it before, but this is the best theme park discussion forum/website I have found thus far; the discussion is mature and responsible, the moderators are level headed and act just as members, and this site seems to get news before any others.

Really, thanks for doing what you do.

 

[usfgeek]

Hey, I appreciate this site as much as anyone else here, since honestly this is one of the last two decent UO fansites/message boards around that I frequently visit.

I didn't realise that you had announced a forthcoming update, and it appears neither did maxairmike. He took pictures for us, he didnt have to, it just so happens he posted them at the 'wrong' time.
I for one would would be proud that i created a community with members that took it upon themselves to better us all with updates.
Your response just came off as a negative one to me. But look, this appears to have escalated beyond my intent, I apologize for anyone I've offended.

And honestly, you can't get me with the whole "We don't have to go the parks, but we do it for you guys" angle. I haven't been to the parks In 7 years. Consider yourselves lucky that you CAN vist frequently!

 

[Hatetofly]

No worries. Don't take my post as way to frighten you. I appreciate all updates, it's just that in my case....it's a special case. I used to be local, but have since moved to Miami. I plan to be local again within the next year though.

My point was, this is a 2nd job for the Staff..and it's not really a job, but more of a hobby. All of us have real world stuff to deal with. Jake has college/work, Hate has work (insane hours), Mike lives an hour away, and Tbadd was on vacation. Granted this trip wouldn't have happened if it wasn't for my g/f wanting to ride DM, most other cases..it would have been me driving 3 hours to make sure this site stays updated. I don't see a cent from that trip and none of you guys pay for the gas. I didn't think it was petty thing to say "Hey, at least wait for mine before posting yours." since it's a little bit more time consuming. Our goal is to become #1 for theme park sites, whether that makes us money or not is secondary. In fact, I've spent the past 5 hours trying to fix my main PC (which has the Photoshop and all that jazz) but the motherboard appears to be fried, so I've been getting my work laptop ready to get the updates going.

BTW, Thank you Ryan for the offer, and for the others for your kind support.

This working round the clock nonsense is for the birds...

 

[Brian G.]

Hey, I appreciate this site as much as anyone else here, since honestly this is one of the last two decent UO fansites/message boards around that I frequently visit.

I didn't realise that you had announced a forthcoming update, and it appears neither did maxairmike. He took pictures for us, he didnt have to, it just so happens he posted them at the 'wrong' time.
I for one would would be proud that i created a community with members that took it upon themselves to better us all with updates.
Your response just came off as a negative one to me. But look, this appears to have escalated beyond my intent, I apologize for anyone I've offended.

And honestly, you can't get me with the whole "We don't have to go the parks, but we do it for you guys" angle. I haven't been to the parks In 7 years. Consider yourselves lucky that you CAN vist frequently!

That's my fault the initial response came off as negative. It was more of a "Hey in the future, I live 3 hours away..so cut me some slack if it's late."

We have derailed this topic enough though. Back to SS44 talk!

Here's the update! Again, sorry for the delay, but along with coming back to town, I also had to deal with broken computer parts.....

http://orlandounited.com/2012/08/06/the-former-sound-stage-44-construction-update/

 

[Teebin]

Thanks Bri! Your pics tell us a new story... they aren't removing earth all the time, they are bringing it in!. That truck is dumping. It would make sense that the entire building doesn't require a maintenance basement the size of itself. I think the rest of the building may be at current park grade.

 

[USO92]

I can't remember the last time I posted but I figured my constant lack of contribution to this site was annoying me haha BUT I do have a question.

So this is a 3 story building (duh)...the basement of this building will it be underground or will it be a typical florida style multi story building? I know the earth beneath it may have issues so I'd assume it would be above. But I know nothing.

?

 

[slappybob]

Thanks BriMan for the update!!!

 

[USO92]

oh and thank you briman!

 

[JungleSkip]

I can't remember the last time I posted but I figured my constant lack of contribution to this site was annoying me haha BUT I do have a question.

So this is a 3 story building (duh)...the basement of this building will it be underground or will it be a typical florida style multi story building? I know the earth beneath it may have issues so I'd assume it would be above. But I know nothing.

?

Basement will be underground.

 

[slappybob]

So do we know how many diffrences would be between this one and the one in Hollywood besides this one being three stories?

 

[JungleSkip]

So do we know how many diffrences would be between this one and the one in Hollywood besides this one being three stories?

The ride won't be on 3 stories. Maintenance will be on the bottom floor.

And I doubt you see any ride differences.

 

[BJCool]

It hasn't been announced.....so no.

From what we do know:

1. The building will have three stories including the maintenance bay in the basement, but obviously guests will only experience the upper two levels.
2. Hopefully a better facade! ray:

 

[JungleSkip]

It hasn't been announced.....so no.

From what we do know:

1. The building will have three stories including the maintenance bay in the basement, but obviously guests will only experience the upper two levels.
2. Hopefully a better facade! ray:

Ah yea. We should have a better facade.

 

[quickfire609]

The third story on this one would be underground, so there wouldn't be any discernable difference to onlookers. The basement would only be used for maintenance anyway.