lcorinth
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I just got a Nomex parachute protector, "appropriate for rockets up to 2" in diameter" (I think it's 6X6), for a mid power rocket I've just completed - the Quest Big Dog (1.97 inch diameter).
I know how to attach it - shock cord through the button hole - but I'm not sure how I'm supposed to stuff it into the tube, if there's a trick to it. Do I ball it up? Place it flat and open against the top of the tube and then stuff it in? Just stick it in there however it goes and not worry about it? I assume I want the cloth to remain in contact with all sides of the airframe, but other than that, I'm not sure how it's supposed to go in.
Also, do I use it alone, or just as a stretcher for dog barf or wadding?
Thanks!
I know how to attach it - shock cord through the button hole - but I'm not sure how I'm supposed to stuff it into the tube, if there's a trick to it. Do I ball it up? Place it flat and open against the top of the tube and then stuff it in? Just stick it in there however it goes and not worry about it? I assume I want the cloth to remain in contact with all sides of the airframe, but other than that, I'm not sure how it's supposed to go in.
Also, do I use it alone, or just as a stretcher for dog barf or wadding?
Thanks!