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I’d start with a CF sleeve over phenolic. It’s the easiest way to get a nice strong tube. By the way Aerosleeves is having a 50% off sale until mid December. Now might be the time to get some 6″…   Read more»

Here is some of the places I shop.RAKA, INC. http://www.raka.com/US Composites http://www.shopmaninc.com/carbonpage.htmlCarbcom, Inc. http://carb.com/Troy

Yes, wrapping in carbon is basically the same as with fiberglass. But note that the dust from cutting and sanding carbon fiber is must more troublesome than with fiber glass.Don’t breathe either of them, but carbon is worse than glass….   Read more»

Making your own tubes, now I didnt think about that.Dont worry Bruce, Ive got enough on the table to keep me busy for a little while.Just always thinking way ahead. A few days ago I thought a tube was a…   Read more»

Scott,I have used the foodsaver system many times. As Warren points out, the biggest problem is trying to avoid the wrinkles in a body tube. Anyway, it still makes for some great components and its a great way to get…   Read more»

Scott, slow down! 🙂 Only Art Hoag does all three in one day (of course, he was around it since he was eight!). 8) Enjoy the journey! You’re on the right track with people who know about carbon fiber (Conway…   Read more»

WarrenWhat vacume system did you get??Dammit, you guys keep making me think of spending more money!!!I thought after an altimiter, level 2 cert, and a tracking device, that would be it for sure!! I just can’t afford a L3 attempt…   Read more»

I used a food-saver for years before I stepped up to a full vacuum system. Best for use on fins to be honest, although I have done a few airframe with it. Biggest problem with airframes is you end up…   Read more»

HEYMy wife has a food saver I bought her for christmas a couple years back.Will that work? Its always nice if you can get them presents that you can use! Shotgun, chainsaw or Food saver for vacume bagging!ScotteDont laugh, my…   Read more»

Vacume bagging!I guess I have a lot to learn. 8OIll check out that group.Scott e

Carbon is expensive, but the price has dropped substantially over the last 6 months or so as production has ramped up. You can thank Boeing, Airbus and the Joint Strike Fighter for the price increases over the last 2 years….   Read more»

I have a couple I can show you. I’ll send you a PM.KenP.

Just thinking…….hmmmId like to see someones rocket built out of carbon fiber.Maybe in a few months my next rocket will be.Stuff is kinda expensive.Scott e

I do, as well as some other members in the club. Whats up?KenP.

Yes anyone not attending can vote by proxy. They must give their choices and voting desicion over to another member to do so. For TRA votes I would give them to someone that is a TRA member as well as…   Read more»

I’m curious if those of us who are geographically challenged will be able to vote on any issues, elections, etc? While I’d surely love to be there, I have a conflict that day. I’m sure I won’t be the only…   Read more»

I would be more than happy to hold a vacuum-bagging class as well. Perhaps we’ll discuss the whole concept of NCR University?Warren

As above in one of my eailer post I mentioned doing propellant mixing class if the interest was there. With that in mind and with some other disscussions that have happened what other things would people be interested in for…   Read more»

I see no problem with those changes myself.Warren

Something additional here I would like to bring up as notification.I was reading last years by laws and noticed some things that I belive should or need to be voted on to be amended.So according to Article 12 which states…   Read more»