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Islander
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But... hang on, that makes no sense to me. Surely if it's a dry environment, it should remain dry, and making it damp will in time cause damage?Natalie said:
For instance, our neighbours toilet cistern overflow pipe has been dripping for months, and although it didn't do any damage in the short term, now that it's been going on so long it's causing us problems, as it's creating damp in our wall.
In the short term, spraying water around the Octagon won't do much/any damage at all. In the long term, however, I can't believe it'll do any good.
djtruefitt
TS Team
I think people said it was removed because it caused the floor to be slippy, And with no staff members in there I guess it could be easy for someone to fall over.
I do like the UV hag but its not that noticable, mainly because of the hag that lights up on the scafolding. they should make the UV hag appear first before the rest lights up. It does look really freaky.
I do like the UV hag but its not that noticable, mainly because of the hag that lights up on the scafolding. they should make the UV hag appear first before the rest lights up. It does look really freaky.
It was cut off due to the risk of legionnaires. Oblivions was cut off at the same time, until they got a wonderful filter system installed.
All other additions/installations have filter systems to comply with this legislation, it'd simply cost too much for so little gain with Hex it seems
All other additions/installations have filter systems to comply with this legislation, it'd simply cost too much for so little gain with Hex it seems
Dave
TS Founding Member
thefatone said:
Oblivions was originally out because lime-scale blocked the pipes, no idea if legionnaires has ever affected it but I doubt it. As for Hex it was always said to be due to slippery floors, again it's not the sort of water system you would worry about for legionnaires.
If legionnaires was the reason then it's a damn silly one.
Cheese
TS Member
- Favourite Ride
- Helix, Liseberg
There is indeed a UV Earl to the left of the scaffolding, but while the UV Hag has been faintly visible this year I don't recall seeing him light up at all, and if I have then certainly not since towards the start of the season.
At opening meet last year when I first saw them in action they were quite noticeable and were really creepy. It was only when we walked through Hex backwards with the lights on at TT@10 this year that I realised they weren't 3D!
At opening meet last year when I first saw them in action they were quite noticeable and were really creepy. It was only when we walked through Hex backwards with the lights on at TT@10 this year that I realised they weren't 3D!
The UV Earl probably just needs the same as what the UV Witch needed (a bit of TLC for the UV light). It lights up, just not very brightly!
Hex parks a lot better than it has done in recent months and with only the projector having minor issues the attraction is looking better than it has done for years. (shame the same can't be said for Duel)
If you want to thank anyone, thank Mr Tim Gaylard.
Hex parks a lot better than it has done in recent months and with only the projector having minor issues the attraction is looking better than it has done for years. (shame the same can't be said for Duel)
If you want to thank anyone, thank Mr Tim Gaylard.
Sazzle
TS Administrator
- Favourite Ride
- Steel Vengeance
I wholly avoided Hex at the start of the season because it was looking very sad, and showing signs of neglect.
With the news of these improvements, perhaps I'll give it a shot tomorrow!
I hope the vault music is nice and loud....
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With the news of these improvements, perhaps I'll give it a shot tomorrow!
I hope the vault music is nice and loud....
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Ian
TS Team
- Favourite Ride
- Dizz, Bobby’s Yarn Land
Yesterday the ride itself was nothing short of awful. The ride started with a loud whining coming from behind the benches. This was followed by a very loud thud and bang as the gondola changed direction. It bounced and jarred several times. The whole cycle was accompanied by these horrible squealing and moaning sounds coming from the ride.
It was also rather concerning to notice that the concealed lighting in the floor appeared to have become unscrewed in their cages, and were sliding around and moving throughout the ride. Surely bashing hot electric lights around isn't going to do them any good...
Also, when the ride parked, it did admittedly move a bit quicker, but it was still taking far too long. We still had to wait a good 15 seconds before being able to get off.
One of the most worrying things, however, was the gondola itself. I noticed when leaving the exit doors that the solid floor and the gondola were really out of alignment. On the one side of the doorframe the floors were sat millimeters apart. However, the width of the doorframe across on the other side the gap was wide enough to get a hand in I would say. Now I know one of the arms is apparently bent, but from the looks of this it has gotten a lot worse. If it continues it won't be long until on side of the gondola is dragging over the drum (If you look in the top left corner on the exit face you can already see drag marks on the wall where they rub). If they aren't careful I can see some serious damage coming to the ride ???
Please Towers! Just get the thing sorted once and for all and secure the ride's future. It's one of the best examples of a madhouse I've seen. To have it in such a sorry state is nothing short of tragic
On another note, the rest of the ride wasn't too bad. Though where has the ambient audio from the armoury and post Octagon walkway gone? It was silent. Just the odd crackling and static buzzing here and there. It was strange not having it there...
It was also rather concerning to notice that the concealed lighting in the floor appeared to have become unscrewed in their cages, and were sliding around and moving throughout the ride. Surely bashing hot electric lights around isn't going to do them any good...
Also, when the ride parked, it did admittedly move a bit quicker, but it was still taking far too long. We still had to wait a good 15 seconds before being able to get off.
One of the most worrying things, however, was the gondola itself. I noticed when leaving the exit doors that the solid floor and the gondola were really out of alignment. On the one side of the doorframe the floors were sat millimeters apart. However, the width of the doorframe across on the other side the gap was wide enough to get a hand in I would say. Now I know one of the arms is apparently bent, but from the looks of this it has gotten a lot worse. If it continues it won't be long until on side of the gondola is dragging over the drum (If you look in the top left corner on the exit face you can already see drag marks on the wall where they rub). If they aren't careful I can see some serious damage coming to the ride ???
Please Towers! Just get the thing sorted once and for all and secure the ride's future. It's one of the best examples of a madhouse I've seen. To have it in such a sorry state is nothing short of tragic
On another note, the rest of the ride wasn't too bad. Though where has the ambient audio from the armoury and post Octagon walkway gone? It was silent. Just the odd crackling and static buzzing here and there. It was strange not having it there...
Dave
TS Founding Member
Felt this topic needed dragging back up.
So Hex.... That ride we have all seen fall into disrepair despite being often cited as the best mad-house in the world. Well blow me have they not just gone and fixed the old girl up.
So a run down of what's been done:
- Projector fixed
- Cinema room audio louder
- Smoke machine in Octogan working
- VAULT MUSIC IS LOUDER
- Finale chant audio louder
- Finale lighting fixed
- Ride no longer bangs about during the motion
- NEW lighting on the machinery
Seriously I know we love to moan but this is really positive stuff to see from the park on this fantastic ride and really felt like some of the original Hex magic was back. Guests seemed to be truly moved by the ride again based on the expressions on people faces. Yeah there are still areas to improve (though rumour is they have more to do before opening) but quite simply for once I can truly say "well done" Towers.
Whoever was behind the improvements needs a promotion, they have made a Hex geek very happy!
So Hex.... That ride we have all seen fall into disrepair despite being often cited as the best mad-house in the world. Well blow me have they not just gone and fixed the old girl up.
So a run down of what's been done:
- Projector fixed
- Cinema room audio louder
- Smoke machine in Octogan working
- VAULT MUSIC IS LOUDER
- Finale chant audio louder
- Finale lighting fixed
- Ride no longer bangs about during the motion
- NEW lighting on the machinery
Seriously I know we love to moan but this is really positive stuff to see from the park on this fantastic ride and really felt like some of the original Hex magic was back. Guests seemed to be truly moved by the ride again based on the expressions on people faces. Yeah there are still areas to improve (though rumour is they have more to do before opening) but quite simply for once I can truly say "well done" Towers.
Whoever was behind the improvements needs a promotion, they have made a Hex geek very happy!
JAMMY_Jaunts
TS Member
I agree, Hex looked and felt better than ever today and the emotions the ride brings to people is quite simply amazing. Bravo Towers. :twirly:
