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by tooheyzz
Thu Sep 10, 2009 9:53 pm
Forum: Expo Fun Park
Topic: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS
Replies: 24
Views: 38390

Re: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS

redhot wrote: LOL at the uniforms that the operators wore at expo :lol:
Yeah I had a laugh about the uniform then thought back to the eighties and the clothes i thought were kewl
hmmmm what were we thinking
by tooheyzz
Thu Sep 10, 2009 3:41 pm
Forum: Expo Fun Park
Topic: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS
Replies: 24
Views: 38390

Re: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS

Centrifuge At Expo Fun Park http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p5770.jpg http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p5771.jpg http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p5774.jpg Became Sky Coaster at Dream World Thailand http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p19078.jpg http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picm...
by tooheyzz
Fri Sep 04, 2009 8:18 pm
Forum: Expo Fun Park
Topic: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS
Replies: 24
Views: 38390

Re: EXPO 88 CARNIVAL PICS

Was sort of disappointed with Supernova
Thought it was because it was dark and there seemed few lit items for you to reference on
I didn't realise all the twists and turns
by tooheyzz
Mon Aug 31, 2009 8:41 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Gold Coast Show 2009
Replies: 23
Views: 10523

Re: Gold Coast Show 2009

Ahhh The Zipper Well as I've said before ... bad experience when my sister took me on when i was really young

Now if that machine is around i'm sure you will find me finger printS still on the grab bars I WAS HANGING ON REALLL TIGHT

NEVER AGAIN NEVER LOL
by tooheyzz
Mon Aug 31, 2009 8:19 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: L&L's Rage
Replies: 53
Views: 22847

Re: L&L's Rage

Hurricane, no, I can't really add much more to it. But now that PNC mentions, it did have something to do with salt water. Alpine Express was very 'state of the art' for its debut in the mid-1980's, it was also one of the first (if not, the first) to be computer designed. Can anyone add more info o...
by tooheyzz
Fri Aug 28, 2009 5:13 am
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: L&L's Rage
Replies: 53
Views: 22847

Re: L&L's Rage

[quote="DEEFA DODGEM"]I remember riding the Music Machine at Rocky once and there was plenty of steam (or smoke?) coming up from between the mirror ball in the middle and the centre of the tarp that used to cover the arms. Where i once worked they put a water hose on bearings that are runn...
by tooheyzz
Mon Aug 24, 2009 4:59 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Gold Coast Show 2009
Replies: 23
Views: 10523

Re: Gold Coast Show 2009

Gee Memories
I remember going to the Gold Coast show about 25 Years ago lol
by tooheyzz
Mon Aug 24, 2009 4:57 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: My 09 Ekka recap
Replies: 9
Views: 4878

Re: My 09 Ekka recap

Guess everyone has there own opinion on what rides should or should be at capitals some would agree with some of your comments Funderstock some would disagree I think there should be a half and half mix of extreme type and more family type rides and some for the kiddies Don't forget there are potent...
by tooheyzz
Thu Aug 13, 2009 5:51 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: EKKA 2009
Replies: 176
Views: 65636

Re: EKKA 2009

Thats not good news for the operators the major capitals show would be there big earners for the year Familys have only so much disposable money and when you compare what it would cost for ekka entry for the average family and a few rides/games/dagwood dogs/drinks and showbags etc a trip for the day...
by tooheyzz
Tue Aug 11, 2009 5:28 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Gladstone Show
Replies: 13
Views: 6072

Re: Gladstone Show

Mmy Older sister took me on the zipper at almost 8 never been on again I'm scared for life LOL
by tooheyzz
Mon Aug 10, 2009 4:59 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: EKKA 2009
Replies: 176
Views: 65636

Re: EKKA 2009

According to the News Operators are having the reduce there prices to encourage riders
Guess that good news for riders
but bad news for operators
by tooheyzz
Fri Aug 07, 2009 8:28 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: Rock o Plane
Replies: 28
Views: 14431

Re: Rock o Plane

Shame to see some old classics just rusting away
by tooheyzz
Fri Aug 07, 2009 8:11 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Gladstone Show
Replies: 13
Views: 6072

Re: Gladstone Show

Yes the 80z Gladstone show were quite good Gladstone was in one of it many construction booms so guess there was plenty of money around apparently they had a good crowd during the day but that could have been PR blab from the show society The the old council want the show ground relocated to a area ...
by tooheyzz
Tue Aug 04, 2009 6:54 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Gladstone Show
Replies: 13
Views: 6072

Re: Gladstone Show

I don't think I'll get there this year with work and all The Gladstone show has been on a downhill slide for a number of years But apparently they have made some changes this year It would be Great if Josh Reports back that I've missed out on something There is quite a movement to boycott Gladstone ...
by tooheyzz
Thu Jul 16, 2009 5:47 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: L&L's Rage
Replies: 53
Views: 22847

Re: L&L's Rage

The sound from that video sure sounds likes the Old Music Machine lots of clatter for the joints in the rails oh memories if you look at a lot of older rides they weren't racked on trailers but rather a build of many pieces just set up on the ground Ive Seen tilt's in the UK that are built up from s...
by tooheyzz
Thu Jul 16, 2009 5:20 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Last Year to Ride the Ekka Chairlift
Replies: 17
Views: 8649

Re: Last Year to Ride the Ekka Chairlift

Do they still load riders with the chair not actually stopping
I would imagine this would be a insurance nightmare if they do
by tooheyzz
Wed Jul 15, 2009 5:06 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Last Year to Ride the Ekka Chairlift
Replies: 17
Views: 8649

Last Year to Ride the Ekka Chairlift

Was on the news today 2009 ekka will be the last time the chairlift will operate as it will be pulled down as part of the redevelopment The chairlift first operated in 1971 at a cost of 40c Sad to see this go i have memories of riding the chairlift many many years ago and the nerve racking experienc...
by tooheyzz
Tue Jun 30, 2009 6:01 pm
Forum: Magic Mountain
Topic: I have a few memories of this Place
Replies: 2
Views: 11280

I have a few memories of this Place

I can visiting Magic Mountain twice many years ago once before the when there was little more than the chairlift and the castle and then again during the redevelopment they offered free entry the only ride operating was a Carousel the Parachute ride was not finished and there was also a very larger ...
by tooheyzz
Sat Jun 06, 2009 1:01 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: New rides for 2009
Replies: 59
Views: 24229

Re: New rides for 2009

Thats exciting news
one if they go straight to work or spend some time it the shop for a bit spit and a polish
Anyone going to stalk the wharves for an exclusive photo lol
by tooheyzz
Sat Jun 06, 2009 12:58 pm
Forum: Public Forum
Topic: Elwin Bell on Collectors ABC TV
Replies: 1
Views: 1859

Elwin Bell on Collectors ABC TV

Just thought I mention the Elwin Bell was on the Collectors Program on ABC Last NIght
He spoke mainly of the old times travelling with a Boxing Tent

It should be repeated on Mondays 6.05pm ABC 2 or you can watch online http://www.abc.net.au/tv/collectors/seg ... 590831.htm
by tooheyzz
Sat Jun 06, 2009 8:09 am
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June
Replies: 54
Views: 20751

Re: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June

OH Crap that a real low thing to do Josh I always same what goes around come around so they will get there's one day hope they feel guilty every time the flick the switch I guess there must of a few guild operators that pulled out Possibly the operators the had the back spaces thought the northern r...
by tooheyzz
Fri Jun 05, 2009 6:49 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June
Replies: 54
Views: 20751

Re: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June

Shame the Show wasn't as popular as it should have been guess it had a few things up against it this year Hopefully people will make up for it next year Seem quite disorganised if the guild wasn't advised of the size of the extra space before hand but I guess they would need quite a bit of advanced ...
by tooheyzz
Thu Jun 04, 2009 5:30 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June
Replies: 54
Views: 20751

Re: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June

I think 1992 might close to the last time i saw Skydiver at our local show it was in pretty sad condition ripped padding and it took a lot of effort to steer the cars Speaking of the good ol days Music Machine (Himalaya) was another of my favourites so long ago since i seen it about Heres a picture ...
by tooheyzz
Thu Jun 04, 2009 8:44 am
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June
Replies: 54
Views: 20751

Re: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June

I remember the Skydiver too was one on my favourites when I was Young to

Found a pic for those that don't remember and also a on ride Video

Image

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y52F4LjDTIs
by tooheyzz
Wed Jun 03, 2009 11:30 am
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June
Replies: 54
Views: 20751

Re: Rockhampton Show 2,3,4 June

I must have visited while the sun peeked out did it turn overcast again appeared it was going to be a ok afternoon when i left I guess some of that space came from the show bags getting a new area Was sorta wondering if some late comers might turn up for the show holiday seemed strange they didn't r...