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    eBay Listing

    So, just did my morning eBay browse...

    Someone has a wonky looking CF rocket for sale WITH a DR Rockets complete 54/2560 motor...$199.00.

    And.....SCRAMBLE!
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    Pretty interesting...especially considering there appears to be a nozzle in the motor. So my guess is that it's either loaded and ready to fire, or already fired and not disassembled.
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    Hey dan!

    I didn't quite know what to make of it. It's a really unusual looking build, but I figured the 54mm alone was worth $200 to someone...
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    Strange (to me) launch lug on it too... looks like a magnet?

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    It's an ACME conformal rail lug. The outside of the case looks good-just wonder if the nozzle is an indication it's 'baked' in? I always check the seller's other items and it's a weird grouping-obviously not a rocketeer. Wonder how much he paid for it.
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    " Bought at an estate sale a few years age " .

    This always scares me . The motor is still loaded with a nozzle , the shock cord was cut off . Sounds almost like somebody found a rocket on the side of the road and didnt know what to do with it .

    Eric

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    That reminds me I have three new rockets I haven't "tagged" with my name and phone number. Same thing with all my new CTI cases. Doesn't keep 'em from getting lost, but it gives me hope I'll see them again.
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    Anyone using a 5qt mixer, he has two bowls for it. It's tempting for me to purchase a second bowl so I could mix M's easily without buying a new mixer...
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    Quote Originally Posted by patelldp View Post
    Anyone using a 5qt mixer, he has two bowls for it. It's tempting for me to purchase a second bowl so I could mix M's easily without buying a new mixer...
    I need the bowls AND a mixer Guess I'll put that a bit further down the list.
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    Somebody put in an "or best offer"....I wanna see a forensics report on this thing from a TRF'er
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    Additionally, it appears that the orange section is a larger diameter than the rest of the rocket...
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    Quote Originally Posted by patelldp View Post
    Additionally, it appears that the orange section is a larger diameter than the rest of the rocket...
    THAT...was the part I found to be "wonky"...I'm glad you confirmed it Dan. I though my eyes had finally failed me...
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    OK that orange section makes this look like some kind o nuclear worm with fins.

    Note the rust, dust and random gunge all over the rocket. Chances of getting those closures open is.... low in my opinion.

    Probably a package deal, buy one used CF Worm rocket and case.. get one free CATO
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    I low-balled the guy and he responded pretty quickly. He appears to know the value of the case (in new condition) and is assuming it is in serviceable condition. I am personally going to stay away from this one.
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    Is the listing still up? I couldn't find it, could someone post a link? I'd like to see it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chadrog View Post
    Is the listing still up? I couldn't find it, could someone post a link? I'd like to see it.
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/180847191619...84.m1423.l2649

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    The rust on the retainer screws isn't a concern -- those cap head screws rust really easily. One launch and they're going to start to rust.

    Rocket looks to be CF over PML phenolic, with G10 fins. The case likely needs a serious bath. I bet it can be cleaned, it's just going to take a bit of work.

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    Thanks. Interesting set up, I'll give it that.
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    Ok. Fess up. Who got it? I offered my best, but no the less was declined.
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    Not me.. my offer was declined too... but I lowballed at $100
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    I thought he could have gotten more than $130.
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    I bid $130.
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    I bet they won $130 plus 54.xx shipping

    I bid for a total of $130.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 3stoogesrocketry View Post
    " Bought at an estate sale a few years age " .

    This always scares me . The motor is still loaded with a nozzle , the shock cord was cut off . Sounds almost like somebody found a rocket on the side of the road and didnt know what to do with it .

    Eric
    Wouldn't surprise me. If you see a listing for an all fiberglass minimum diameter 98mm bird with a 98/15360 case and Medusa nozzle I know it's a stolen item

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