space moutain

DISNEYmania96 · 02-07-2009, 12:51 PM

How long is space moutain going to be closed.

disneyfanatic101 · 02-07-2009, 10:17 PM

Is supposed to be closed until sometime in the Fall. Check the official WDW website for official info.

coasterfreak516 · 02-08-2009, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by disneyfanatic101

Is supposed to be closed until sometime in the Fall. Check the official WDW website for official info.

Not sure because I heard this one on Screamscape over a week ago.

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2010 - Space Mountain: Mission 2 - Rumor - (1/29/09) A Screamscape source has confirmed to us that the lengthy Space Mountain rehab may actually see the ride closed for close to a year, so unless they really get ahead of schedule don’t expect to see the ride back open for Christmas. From what I’ve been told Disney did opt to go for a complete track replacement plan, along with building loading station area, queue and of course a new fleet of trains with on-board audio systems.
I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned it before or not but the Galaxy Palace Theater in Tomorrowland (between the Carousel and Buzz Lightyear) is being demolished right now. While Disney has long had their eyes on redeveloping this side of Tomorrowland (all the way down to the old Skyway station building) I’ve heard that the demolition may have been a necessary requirement due to the old age and stability of the venue. While there are no plans to build anything new here yet, Disney went along with the demolition mainly so they could use the site as temporary parking and storage during the yearlong rehab to Space Mountain.

vDunninger · 02-08-2009, 04:35 PM

Current word is December. TTA is supposed to re-open in mid-August so I'm assuming most of the major or noticeable interior work will be done by then.

coasterfreak516 · 02-08-2009, 06:21 PM

With the limited time it will be closed in comparison to it's Disneyland brethren back in 2005, I am not sure how "must ride," it will be after I do it the first-time after it is rehabed. I hope that it is smoother as it is one of the stiffest steel coasters I've ever been on and has some sort of music overlay because if you ever go on Disneylands and THEN this one, you are missing something without the music.

vDunninger · 02-08-2009, 08:55 PM

Just remember however that the Disneyland version was refurbed primarily for safety reasons. None of the planning was started until the ride was actually closed. At WDW, the planning was done before they took the ride down so that will reduce actual ride down-time considerably. Word is they are smoothing out the ride, adding a special audio system (like RNR?) and a few other mods. Don't know if it will live up to the DLR version. Guess we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed and see when it reopens. Either way, I'll miss is on our visit (hopefully) this summer.

coasterfreak516 · 02-08-2009, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by vDunninger

Just remember however that the Disneyland version was refurbed primarily for safety reasons. None of the planning was started until the ride was actually closed. At WDW, the planning was done before they took the ride down so that will reduce actual ride down-time considerably. Word is they are smoothing out the ride, adding a special audio system (like RNR?) and a few other mods. Don't know if it will live up to the DLR version. Guess we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed and see when it reopens. Either way, I'll miss is on our visit (hopefully) this summer.

It will take a LOT to top Diseyland's. Disneyland's is awesome and has quickly became a must-do everytime I go. I've heard rumors of the re-tracking needed to support the new sound-system for the new trains. The problem is until Disney says something, we have nothing.

NC_WDW_Daddy · 02-09-2009, 08:45 AM

Lou mentioned the time frame on his recent podcast and it looks like November 22nd or so for SM. TTA was scheduled to reopen earlier in the fall.

doconeill · 02-09-2009, 09:29 PM

I heard from a CM earlier today that Nov. 21st is the posted date, but given the extent of the renovations that could be fluid.

MJMcb · 04-01-2009, 03:39 PM

here is some more info

Mouse Extra Blog Archive Details unfolding on changes to Space Mountain

Sorria · 04-01-2009, 03:56 PM

I heard that its supposed to reopen sometime in November.

WDWmemories · 04-01-2009, 07:03 PM

I will miss it while it is gone, but I'm looking forward to the updated version!

firemedic · 04-01-2009, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by doconeill

I heard from a CM earlier today that Nov. 21st is the posted date, but given the extent of the renovations that could be fluid.

I've read Nov 21st as well and the end of August for TTA.

elvistelth · 04-01-2009, 10:40 PM

I heard they are closing it so they can rent out the facility for obama-sanctioned raves and rallies. I'm not saying this is true...it's just what I heard...from the voices in my head.

doconeill · 04-01-2009, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by firemedic

I've read Nov 21st as well and the end of August for TTA.

Those are the official WDW dates at this point (August 19th I believe for TTA). Doesn't mean they won't slip though.

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02-08-2009, 04:35 PM	#4
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02-08-2009, 06:21 PM	#5
coasterfreak516 Fastpass Holder Join Date: May 2007 Location: Buckeye, AZ Posts: 392	With the limited time it will be closed in comparison to it's Disneyland brethren back in 2005, I am not sure how "must ride," it will be after I do it the first-time after it is rehabed. I hope that it is smoother as it is one of the stiffest steel coasters I've ever been on and has some sort of music overlay because if you ever go on Disneylands and THEN this one, you are missing something without the music. __________________ AllAbouttheMouseketeer #224-Michael K. from Buckeye, Arizona Stays at Walt Disney World July 1995: Shades of Green April 2000: All Star Sports (Baseball) March 2001: All Star Music (Rock) January 2006: All Star Movies (Mighty Ducks) May 2006: Saratoga Springs (Congress Park) March 2007: Saratoga Springs (Paddock) August 2007: Port Orleans: French Quarter June 2008: Saratoga Springs (Springs) August 2009: Saratoga Springs Stays at Disneyland May 2008: Grand Californian December 2008: Grand Californian June 2009: Radison/Disneyland Hotel Working for the Walt Disney Company Jan-Aug '07: MGM(Sunset/Lucasland/Backlot) Aug '08-May '09: GCC College Program Rep May '09: EPCOT

02-08-2009, 08:55 PM	#6
vDunninger A-Ticket holder Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21	Just remember however that the Disneyland version was refurbed primarily for safety reasons. None of the planning was started until the ride was actually closed. At WDW, the planning was done before they took the ride down so that will reduce actual ride down-time considerably. Word is they are smoothing out the ride, adding a special audio system (like RNR?) and a few other mods. Don't know if it will live up to the DLR version. Guess we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed and see when it reopens. Either way, I'll miss is on our visit (hopefully) this summer. __________________ 1998, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2009 - Wilderness Lodge 2000 - Port Orleans French Quarter 2006 - Caribbean Beach Resort 2007 - Beach Club Resort (YOMD concierge winner!) 2008 - Polynesian Resort 2009 - Disneyland Hotel (WWYC vacation winner!) 2010 - Grand Floridian Resort 2011 - DLR Paris & Disney Magic 7nts Med

02-09-2009, 08:45 AM	#8
NC_WDW_Daddy Annual Passholder Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Richlands, NC Posts: 3,158	Lou mentioned the time frame on his recent podcast and it looks like November 22nd or so for SM. TTA was scheduled to reopen earlier in the fall.

02-09-2009, 09:29 PM	#9
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04-01-2009, 03:39 PM	#10
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04-01-2009, 10:40 PM	#14
elvistelth Unfortunately, this user's actions have resulted in him/her being BANNED from the site Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ft. Liquordale Posts: 1,178	Re: space moutain I heard they are closing it so they can rent out the facility for obama-sanctioned raves and rallies. I'm not saying this is true...it's just what I heard...from the voices in my head.

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