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David Pinter replied to the topic "Lost: 54mm Tomach" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:21:03 -0600

My rocket deployed then drifted in the wind .3 miles due east tailing just a bit south.Do you have GPS track of your flight you could share? If so, that and the time of launch would help me put together… Read more»

David Pinter replied to the topic "I've looked here:" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:21:03 -0600

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-t9BHkfHHxvUVEwcXhWNV9oZ0k/edit?usp=sharingRed is the rocket’s flight path I got from the TeleMega. Blue are the GPS tracks of me wandering around looking. I had a decent pair of binoculars for the southeast loop track. The found rocket point is where I… Read more»

David Pinter replied to the topic "Tip to tip glassing instruction request" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:20:52 -0600

I’ve taught tip to tip to many folks in the club as well as vacuum bagging. I’m usually pretty available although I do work Saturdays. There are a couple articles here in the forums I’ve done on the process as… Read more»

David Pinter replied to the topic "Tip to tip glassing instruction request" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:20:52 -0600

The video was pretty clear. I picked up some 2oz cloth and 30 minute epoxy. I have an old fin can I’m going to do some practice on. I’m still wondering what vacuum bagging does for you. Seems like you… Read more»

David Pinter replied to the topic "Re: Fort Collins Outreach Help" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:20:43 -0600

If you’re willing to go to Longmont, the fire department issues permits (at least for city residents) to fly model rockets in the city without any hassles. I’ve had one for the past two years. They’re free, and good for… Read more»

David Pinter replied to the topic "Thanks for the photos." -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 06:20:20 -0600

A photographer friend of mine tagged along yesterday (some of you met Ray),, and since Mike wasn’t there, here’s a few pictures he took. He told me I could share the link..http://www.flickr.com/photos/46635915@N02/sets/72157632902717508/Enjoy…Thank you for these pictures. I was too nervous… Read more»

David Pinter posted a new topic "September Launch Help Request" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:32 -0600

NCR Folks – I’m going to be up (most likely) on Sunday, and am hoping to fly my Tomach on the L. Is there anyone who has Altus Metrum receiver hardware who can help me track this flight? It sims… Read more»

David Pinter posted a new topic "Lost: 54mm Tomach" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:30 -0600

Last week (May 3, 2014), I flew my Madcow Tomach on it’s maiden flight to 7000+ feet on a J280. Unfortunately, I lost radio contact during descent and haven’t seen it since. It’s got a Altus Metrum Telemega, an Adept… Read more»

David Pinter posted a new topic "Found: 4" Patriot" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:30 -0600

While looking around the North Site for my Tomach I lost last week, I found a 4″ Patriot. Paint looks just like this: http://www.rocketreviews.com/estes—us-army-patriot-m-104-2056-2003-2008.html Is it yours? email or call: david@thepinters.com or 303-774-7641

David Pinter posted a new topic "BALLS 2014" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:30 -0600

Is anyone driving to BALLS 2014 this September? I’d love to go, but am transportation challenged. I’d be willing to help with gas and other expenses, and I’ve been told I’m a good conversationalist.

David Pinter posted a new topic "Tip to tip glassing instruction request" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:29 -0600

Can anyone offer some advice (or better yet, if in the Longmont/North Metro area, be willing to show me) how to do a fiberglass lay up to strengthen the fins on my minimum diameter all-fiberglass Mad Cow Tomach? I was… Read more»

David Pinter posted a new topic "Telemetry Avionics" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:27 -0600

Hey folks. While I wait for the FCC to re-open and process the successful passing of my Technician and General Amateur Radio Licence Operator exams (Yay!) and issue me my HAM radio call sign, I’m wondering if any one can… Read more»

David Pinter posted a new topic "Cesaroni 54 mm 6xl case and spent reload" -

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:45:21 -0600

Anyone?I’m building a MadCow Tomach and would like to borrow a Cesaroni 54mm 6XL grain case and a spend reload to test fit my internal motor retention hardware before I epoxy it in. There is so little clearance with 6XL… Read more»