rharshberger
Well-Known Member
Heh, Im sure slotting fins isn't too bad, it's just sorta one of those "but why?" kinda things.
However, that said, with this rocket coming with a guide on how to do that, it means I'll learn something new. I've been kicking around the idea of a scratch build or heavily modified Der Red Max with TTW fins.....
Not a bad idea learning how. My technique for slotting lightweight tubes is to draw the slot using an aluminum angle then use blue masking tape to outline the long edges and using light cuts with a new xacto blade its easy to follow the edge of the tape.
One reason Estes may not slot the tube is that the LPR tudes are easy to damage in shipping and even easier when slotted to damage.