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I got my 3 DC20s off ebay, but haven’t had a chance to check them out with someone’s handheld. There was also one stubby antenna and some dog harnesses in the package if anyone wants those!So no, I haven’t tried…   Read more»

I’ve got one of the stubby antennas if anyone wants to try it out.-Ken

Totally supported and encouraged!Ken

Have you tried ordering from http://www.commonwealth.net? They’ve given me great service, and they show the 3″ QT for about 18 bucks.Ken

Hobbytown in Longmont used to have a few sticks of Quantum. Give them a call.Ken

No experience with anything that big, but I’d recommend ground testing starting with about half your calculated charge and work up. BP is cheap, but the rocket either not coming apart, or coming apart in too many pieces is very…   Read more»

TRF’s cato screwed everybody. It will be a long time before the site is anywhere near what it was. ALL history was lost. Everyone’s post count (including our very own Chris (CJL) ) started back at zero.The loss of all…   Read more»

I’d say ask our contest director. If it’s not locked down, I might just throw together some VERY lightweight one-flight birds to try it. If it is, my son will help me build them and he can fly them!Ken

I think it was just chosen as a very common known entity and ideal for the kids to build for. Also, less likely to be lost as most kids I know won’t have radio tracking Ken

For the “low and slow”, we decided at the meeting for a $5 entry fee and a 24mm Estes D-12 motor.Ken

West Systems epoxy with no additives (well, other than hardener ) is good and runny. It will wick into those wood fins almost as good as CA. Mix a small batch, brush it on, let it set a bit…   Read more»

Love that motor! 8)

What was the motor, Adrian?Sorry I missed the launch.Ken

“Paint”. What is this mysterious substance you guys refer to? Paint? I haven’t got a clue as to what you are talking about??It’s like Kilz, except you don’t have to wet-sand it before each flight. Comes in colors besides white…   Read more»

Wow, that’s quite an upgrade! Was this all from donations, or are some new purchases?I see that only the extended front closure is listed on the 54’s. Thinking ahead, I might be needing the 2560 with the plugged/tapped front closure….   Read more»

The club usually has multiple rails set up, but usually only one of each of the larger rods. Rail will get you through the line quicker! :DJust put some Acme guides on with JB Weld and you’ll do fine. Rough…   Read more»

Joe,I have 3 pieces of the 1020 rail left (1″ x 2″ x 8′) at $40ea.Let me know and I can haul them into Boulder on my next trek.Ken

Ken,I have some public missiles 38mm tube and coupler as well as a section of LOC tube and a 4″ LOC coupler. Let me know what you need and/or prefer.EdEd,Depending on the length of the pml and/or LOC( I need…   Read more»

Bruce,Dibs on the 29mm tube!Anyone got 38mm motor mount tubing or a 38mm LOC coupler?Ken

Only one? What, don’t want to make your own “Gerrard Pad”? If I don’t make it, I’ll hold one for you.Ken