October 18th Mine Train Update

[djkidkaz]

On the monorail heading back home as I post these:

 

[djkidkaz]

More:

 

[djkidkaz]

You'll notice the mountain is fully enclosed now, they are topping off the structure closest to the walls and they have added a large new structure near the front of the mountain. You can also see the bridge taking shape.

 

[msteel]

You'll notice the mountain is fully enclosed now, they are topping off the structure closest to the walls and they have added a large new structure near the front of the mountain. You can also see the bridge taking shape.

Thanks for fulfilling my request!

 

[msteel]

Is it my imagination, or does this one show that they failed to cover/protect a section of the track when they sprayed concrete for the rockwork?

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[muteki]

Is it my imagination, or does this one show that they failed to cover/protect a section of the track when they sprayed concrete for the rockwork?

Hard to tell, it looks like it may still be wrapped in that plastic.

 

[hockeyfran]

Thank you so much for the udpate. The backside near VOTLM looks like it is ready to open any day.

Does anyone have concept art for the front of the mountain especially the part where they are building the new strutures?

 

[hpyhnt 1000]

I'm thinking we need some new aerial pics...

Thanks for the update!

 

[Sped2424]

http://micechat.com/45892-magic-kingdom-construction-photos/

 

[Sped2424]

I think I see a wishing well!

 

[Sped2424]

Anyone know why construction has suddenly kick started on the mountain?

 

[Soarin' Over Pgh]

http://micechat.com/45892-magic-kingdom-construction-photos/

I love that guys photography.

You'll notice the mountain is fully enclosed now, they are topping off the structure closest to the walls and they have added a large new structure near the front of the mountain. You can also see the bridge taking shape.

I've been staring for a half hour now, I don't see a bridge forming... What am I missing?

 

[The Magical Genie 123]

Looking good. Can't wait for another ride, especially a coaster!

 

[Club34]

Looking good. Can't wait for another ride, especially a coaster!

Oh the track is just theming, its actually a "mine simulator". :]

 

[EPCOTCenterLover]

Can't wait to see trees and other greenery added. IMHO that will make a big difference and add the "forest" to the New Fantasyland.

 

[MerlinTheGoat]

I still hope they add sparkling gemstones (internally lit with LED's) to the exterior facade. There were traces of such elements in the original concept art and it would be an especially nice touch at night.

Was it confirmed there wasn't going to be a log bridge that either the trains or the dwarfs cross in the final plan?

 

[danlb_2000]

I still hope they add sparkling gemstones (internally lit with LED's) to the exterior facade. There were traces of such elements in the original concept art and it would be an especially nice touch at night.

Was it confirmed there wasn't going to be a log bridge that either the trains or the dwarfs cross in the final plan?

Yes, it was believed that there would be no log bridge, and although there is evidence of a bridge it doesn't appear to be the log bridge shown in the concept art.

 

[wdisney9000]

Good to see some of the yellow mesh coming down. Every picture was starting to look the same cuz it was everywhere.

 

[The Magical Genie 123]

Oh the track is just theming, its actually a "mine simulator". :]

 

[MOXOMUMD]

I still hope they add sparkling gemstones (internally lit with LED's) to the exterior facade. There were traces of such elements in the original concept art and it would be an especially nice touch at night.

Was it confirmed there wasn't going to be a log bridge that either the trains or the dwarfs cross in the final plan?

Twinkling LEDs to cause the gemstones to sparkle would be awesome.