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    I like Jim's solution!!

    I like Jim's solution!!
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    The little Swift works well with a micromaxx...

    The little Swift works well with a micromaxx engine. You can actually find it after the flight!! A micromaxx engine adapter and nose blow recovery is all that's needed.
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    What you're seeing, Zeus-cat, is why I buy all of...

    What you're seeing, Zeus-cat, is why I buy all of my micro stuff from Fliskits. A fantastic on-line store to deal with. Jim is very involved in the hobby and just a great guy. Are you moving to...
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    I was a little disappointed that more Micromaxx...

    I was a little disappointed that more Micromaxx products were not available. Like maybe some launch sets or launch pad and controller. Oh, Well!
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    I don't understand why Quest would sell rockets...

    I don't understand why Quest would sell rockets that are so poorly built. I had the some problem or other problems with the micro rocs I had purchased. I would think this would discourage a lot of...
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    Jim must have sent everything on the same day, I...

    Jim must have sent everything on the same day, I got my order as well. If this is your first order from Fliskits you will be amazed at the quality of the items he sells. I buy 90% of my stuff from...
  7. You know---Rocket flying is a great family...

    You know---Rocket flying is a great family activity. I was pleased to hear that your wife was interested as well. I am 64 yrs old and my wife and I go out to local parks to fly and really enjoy it....
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    I haven't had much luck in finding this rocket...

    I haven't had much luck in finding this rocket after a launch. I always loose it. Then I decided to use a micromaxx engine instead; and WOW. This allows me to see the rocket through apogee and it...
  9. Thread: Hobby Lobby

    by Mr. Larry
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    I live in Ill. and have a Hobby Lobby about 7...

    I live in Ill. and have a Hobby Lobby about 7 miles from where I live. A, B, and C motors sell for 7.99. After the 40% off coupon I get them for a little over 5 bucks with tax. Great deal!!
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    John, where in the world do you put everything in...

    John, where in the world do you put everything in 800 sq ft?? That's about what I have in the apartment my wife and I live in. My wife has her craft room and I have my rocket closet (shared with my...
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    That would be a deal. I wish Quest would cut the...

    That would be a deal. I wish Quest would cut the cost of shipping, though. I think I paid about 12 dollars for the set last time ===UGH
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    My first Micromaxx rockets came with the set from...

    My first Micromaxx rockets came with the set from Quest for $62. This was a number of months ago. You are correct, there were 25 rocket motors included. I recently purchased 30 rocket engines from...
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    I sent my e-mail off already.

    I sent my e-mail off already.
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    Interesting. My local hobby shop charges 8.99...

    Interesting. My local hobby shop charges 8.99 for the same engines. No wonder I don't buy anything from him.
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    I agree with Rocket Man. There is a point where...

    I agree with Rocket Man. There is a point where I simply can't afford to patronize a LHS that chargers full retail. My local shop has other issues as well: very disorganzied and messy( it takes the...
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    I am in the process of building a Star Trooper...

    I am in the process of building a Star Trooper with a Micromaxx engine mount. From what I can tell it should fly well, just not very high.
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    I built the Lucky Seven over the weekend and flew...

    I built the Lucky Seven over the weekend and flew it today. As was mentioned by others, I too had to open up the lunch lugs before I could fly it. Other then that it flew quite well. On the first...
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    Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries

    If I put Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in the Estes Controller will they produce enough current to set off the Estes igniters? I have a set of these batteries and would like to use them.
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    Thanks for that info. I'm thinking the A3-4T...

    Thanks for that info. I'm thinking the A3-4T will send it flying to just the right height for my purposes and interests.
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    Finally got a chance to fly my High-Flyer with...

    Finally got a chance to fly my High-Flyer with 13mm engines instead of the called for 18mm. I loved it!! I used a 1/2A3-2T because I couldn't find any 1/2A3-4T in my range box. It looks like an...
  21. The one face looks like he's constipated :) O'K...

    The one face looks like he's constipated :) O'K maybe not.
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    Thanks, Greg, this will give me something to work...

    Thanks, Greg, this will give me something to work with. I will probably start with the 1/2A3-4t.


    Larry
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    I'm in the process of building a High Flier. I...

    I'm in the process of building a High Flier. I put in a 13mm engine mount instead of 18mm( I like to fly rockets I can follow through apogee). I have a little concern about the size of the mini...
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    Jim, I love dealing with your company. Keep up...

    Jim, I love dealing with your company. Keep up the good work and congrats. You have a loyal customer here.

    Larry in Woodstock, Il.
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    I placed an order over the weekend. Take your...

    I placed an order over the weekend. Take your time, not problems here. Hope you get up and running soon.

    Larry
  26. Good to hear from you. Just happened to fly a...

    Good to hear from you. Just happened to fly a couple of your kits this morning; the doo Hickey and the Mudwasp. My wife just loves to watch the Mudwasp and I do too. A couple of great small field...
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    I have ordered form Fliskits on a number of...

    I have ordered form Fliskits on a number of occasions and have had nothing but good customer service and great products. What a great company to deal with!!!
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    Just got my Buck Shot in the mail today, looking...

    Just got my Buck Shot in the mail today, looking forward to the build. Not next on my list though.
  29. Thread: Micro Nuke

    by Mr. Larry
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    I like the nice clean looks of this rocket. I...

    I like the nice clean looks of this rocket. I may have to build one of these for myself. Nice job.
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    Good idea to retire it. I don't think I have...

    Good idea to retire it. I don't think I have ever flown any of the small rockets more than 3 times before they are gone.(except on Micromaxx engines)
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