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Happy Thanksgiving to all!There is much thanks in the Franzel household. I start on the new job Dec. 6th!!!-Ken

Back acha!

Praise and Thanksgiving to all members and friends!

Looking at your sig Art, I’d say you need to get your priorities in the right order.Happy Thanksgiving back at ya’ and to everyone else as well.Warren

Sometimes I really wish there was a “Like” button so you could show your approval of a post without having to make a post. Ed, way cool.Warren

http://www.rocketryplanet.com/images/stories/features/2189/composite_tube_fabrication.pdfThat is the tutorial done by Nick at Aerosleeves. I tie two loops of rope with giagargantuan knots to make the loop. I then put the knot in the sleeve and use zip ties to secure the sleeve around the…   Read more»

hey Bryan,I have made a few of the CF rockets using the sleeve form Plastic Care. I’ve been tapeing one end down and stretching it tight, then try to get all rows in a line.

Thanks gents. I was at plasticare for another non-rocketry project, they only had tubular carbon fibre.Also looking at it, do you buy the size nearest your airframe and stretch or scrunch long ways to get the correct fit, or maybe…   Read more»

I have a stock of a few sizes, what do you need?Edward

Plasticare might. I have seen a few braided tapes and maybe some sleeves there. But it’s not a very complete selection. You could call first. Otherwise, Soller composites is great for mail-order sleeves, both for selection and price. In fact,…   Read more»

If I had the money…. I could always use another M. Alas, unless someone decides I’m employable I’ll have to let this one pass me by.

Brett, you can get the hardware from Joe, I believe, among others. Not a bad L3 motor. Good price.

Just the reload kit

Art – Is that just the reload kit or is it the motor hardware?

Thanks guys!

Well done Art!

Nice job Art!

Very cool, Windsor Rocket Man!Passion is a beautiful thing.

Way to go Art! Congratulations on the 4H recognition and the very positive press.

Wow! Couldn’t be more deserving. That is so cool! And, guess who painted the rocket to the left? Yep, our prodigy.