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Post by Admin on Nov 2, 2022 0:48:54 GMT
I really need to check back more don't I? I'm excited for any new coaster at the park, we are actually interviewing a guy from Skyline next weekend!
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Apr 13, 2022 12:32:06 GMT
Would anyone be interested in an opening day meet up?
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Post by Admin on Apr 13, 2022 12:31:14 GMT
What current or defunct WoF/OoF attraction or time period would you like to see more coverage on? (Such as blog/posts etc)
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2018 20:14:20 GMT
It is a good video it does have several inaccuracies in it though.
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Oct 13, 2017 17:25:51 GMT
You know I almost thought of deleting this post, but I have never have done that so and I don't feel like starting today.
First off, it is pretty normal for TRAINS to stop on a roller coaster course. Completely normal, it means the safety systems are working. Since there is only one place Prowler can be stopped on its course (its lift hill), its pretty impossible for TWO trains to be stuck. I guess one could be on the lift and the other in the brakes, just prior to the station, but the second train really isn't on the course. The safety system prevents train collisions, and incorporates photo eyes (hundreds of them) along the course to identify where the train actually is. If the rides' control system at any time decides that the trains MAY be to close together (usually if the wind blows to hard, or a leaf blows in front of a sensor), then it stops all trains at the next brake point.
Boomerangs in general get stuck "all the time" (not really all that often, but enough) in the saddle of the boomerang, its a known issue with this type of ride which is why there is a cat walk there, not a safety issue. It really doesn't happen all that often but does happen.
Mamba I believe was down at one point for a day, Mamba rarely goes down for operation.
Last thing, rides are mechanical in nature, like your car, only they have to run A LOT more. Imagine if you had to drive your car from Missouri to Florida and back every single day, 100 days out of the year. Then you did this for 20-40 years. Add on top of that your car would simply just STOP on the road if it detected any minor abnormality with itself or any car next to you. Even with normal maintenance I can guarantee you would break down every once in awhile. That's what these rides are doing. They are still incredibly safe, which is a part of the reason you see them "break down". Not in the least bit worried.
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Oct 13, 2017 17:16:11 GMT
I know about Exit 54, at the old Festhaus, in that I have heard stories about it. I really don't know a whole lot about it beyond some basics though. Do you have any information on it?
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Post by Admin on Oct 13, 2017 17:14:41 GMT
That's me above, but to add, we would be more than happy to do any kind of WoF history exhibit, even though most of the artifacts we have are now in Florida.
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Mar 10, 2017 1:55:17 GMT
Quick update, I just now updated the wof.org website with a slightly new look. We are still working on the design itself, but atleast its something better then white with black text. Also, everyone should be able to use the navigation. I have added drastically to the history section including old souvenir maps, brochures, great times (an old magazine the park produced in the late 70s and early 80s), photo books, ambassador yearbooks and guides. If for ANY reason the navigation is not working for you please let us know ASAP, either by posting here or e-mail at jlovesee@worldsoffun.org
Thanks!
Jennifer
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Post by Admin on Aug 21, 2016 21:14:59 GMT
Welcome to the new worldsoffun.org, since the old website went down we have taken over the challenge to re-build one of the largest and oldest amusement industry sites in existence. It is already a daunting a challenge. We appreciate any comments or questions you have and will try to keep this updated.
Today: So far we have a new server, Microsoft Azure and have all the domain names (.org and .net) directing to a main shell page (Index.html). I have updated the site to include the park history timeline, which I have also updated. I have also been working on a new site design, and considering different options such as word press or visual editor.
Any ideas you may have please feel free to post or e-mail me directly at jlovesee@sbcglobal.net
Jennifer Lovesee-Mast
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