Looks like WORK

[Surf Fish2285]

I've gotten amazingly used to it (construction) and wander around wondering when projects that have had permits filed are going to start - sometimes to the point of being a little annoyed that "nothing is going on today."

Hehe, so be a little upset that it's construction, but take comfort in knowing they're amusing me.

I think it depends on what park! I live about 15 minutes from DL and am a AP holder. I love walking around and seeing the new attraction in progress and refurbishments. When I'm on vacation to WDW I just want the magic with out the construction.

 

[JML42691]

Amen, Very well said! Plus I thought the Siemens Crane was funny!

Thank you

 

[Surf Fish2285]

STILL NO PICTURES??? Where is everyone? Figment...Merf???

 

[TomorrowlandTyler]

STILL NO PICTURES??? Where is everyone? Figment...Merf???

I went this afternoon, had my camera, but didn't bother to take pictures because I figured someone would have posted them already by the time I got back...

 

[Surf Fish2285]

I went this afternoon, had my camera, but didn't bother to take pictures because I figured someone would have posted them already by the time I got back...

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :snore: :ROFLOL:

 

[donaldfan]

It cant be that bad, I have seen cranes pick up heavier things!

I would think safety reasons, considering there is something MUCH more valuable underneath of it, in case the cut-off section starts swinging around . . . that is a pretty close proximity.

 

[donaldfan]

I think I am a convert. I didn't really have an opinion about the wand. When I started really liking WDW in 2004 the wand was there and that was my first trip to Epcot. But now.. seeing what it could look like without it.. I think I like it better clean. The way it was designed! It does seem to follow the original idea of the Park. Just my thoughts... thanks to everyone for the pics and keep them coming!

Winguapo (sp?) :wave:

I think most "pro-wand" folks will be joining the ranks as they see SSE returned to it's original state.

 

[donaldfan]

It really is a completely different feeling. As much as I love it, I do see that there is a feeling of something missing, but it also has a very strong presence. It is much more sleek and "adult" (be that good or bad). Just seeing this, though, makes me realize just how incredible the lighting package could be on this. I can now fully see the possibility of the rotating globe video at night. I really hope something new comes down the path, simply because the potential is HUGE.

EDIT: I also just realized, in doing so, imaginet he possibility of SSE being included in Illuminations. How cool would it be to involve this!

I've been thinking the same thing -- I wonder is "SkyDance" could be coming up with video projections on SSE during IllumiNations? That would make my favorite place to watch ROE (Showcase Plaza) not so great anymore . . .

 

[coasterridr]

I would think safety reasons, considering there is something MUCH more valuable underneath of it, in case the cut-off section starts swinging around . . . that is a pretty close proximity.

Not to mention that the construction company that is doing the demolition would probably be responsible for any damage to SSE. I'm pretty sure they have to be bonded and insured for a job like this. If that is the case, I can see why they are being careful...

 

[mpaul32001]

I will be going to the Parks tomorrow, and I will be bringing you a video update from outside spaceship earth, and pics, so be on the lookout!

 

[donaldfan]

Not to mention that the construction company that is doing the demolition would probably be responsible for any damage to SSE. I'm pretty sure they have to be bonded and insured for a job like this. If that is the case, I can see why they are being careful...

Yeah -- and how exactly would you fix a big hole in SSE? :shrug:

 

[jmvd20]

Yeah -- and how exactly would you fix a big hole in SSE? :shrug:

Just like any other hole in any other substance...

Duct tape of course.

 

[unkadug]

Just like any other hole in any other substance...

Duct tape of course.

Classic!

Is it meatloaf time?

 

[metscool]

Just like any other hole in any other substance...

Duct tape of course.

Duct tape is the best.

 

[jeffb]

This is such an awesome picture of Epcot! This is the Epcot I know and love. Any chance of you having a high res version of this picture for my desktop?

Just think, this is what we'll be seeing at Epcot again very soon!

hauntdmansion79 - thanks - you can get a high res copy here

http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=804796026&size=o

and I have similar pic here:
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=807422985&size=o

 

[AstareGod]

As promised, the pics are on their way. Links will be up in a few minutes while I upload them.

Edit: Here they are!

http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot1.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot2.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot3.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot4.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot5.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot6.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot7.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot8.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot9.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot10.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot11.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot12.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot13.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot14.jpg
http://astareglobe.org/public/epcot/2007-07-26-Epcot15.jpg

Some are just far-away shots from both parking lot and park sides, and some closeups of the sections I believe they removed the night before. And one of the new birds' homes near Camera Center. Lovely.

 

[jmvd20]

Classic!

Is it meatloaf time?

:lol:

Not yet, I had it too much recently, guess it's time to get a new recipe.

I almost thought about posting a new one in another thread but decided to tell a tale of one of my long lost pets instead.

 

[mickhyperion]

AstareGod is God for the day!

 

[coasterridr]

Yeah -- and how exactly would you fix a big hole in SSE? :shrug:

Well, lets see, if part of a 50ton wand fell through the roof of your house, then I guess you would hire someone to get the proper parts and attach them to the damaged sections of your house, is there some reason that they can't follow the same procedure at SSE:shrug::

 

[AstareGod]

AstareGod is God for the day!

I'm just tellin' you, they better get this thing done by Aug 5. That's when I leave to go back to school!

Merf...!