GFORCE Nose cone attachment question.

I know this sounds like a weird question on how to attach a nose cone, but according to the instructions it states you should glue the nose cone to the body tube/airframe. I want to be able to remove the nose cone, but I want to make sure that it is fastened securely to stay on during its flight.

Awhile back I picked up some of these.

https://aeroconsystems.com/cart/lau...2-56-nylon-screws-for-shear-pin-applications/

Could I use them for this application or do I need to use larger ones? I was considering using 4-6 evenly spaced.

I do this all the time ,but i would use something like a button head ,Cap screw or even a sheet metal screw ,something in a # 6 or 8.

If you have access ,I would drill and tap them ,however that`s just what I do ,so a pointed button head sheet metal screw would be fine.

You should be able to fine such hardware at a HomeDepot ,McMaster or like me ,on-line.

BTW-screws also look cool !

HTH

Paul T

I just friction fit with masking tape on the shoulder. Now, I would hate chasing down that NC if it separated, to I connected it to the lower bulkhead with a light harness so I wouldn't lose it in the event of a separation.

Another option is to put a screw eye in the bulkhead, attach a piece of shock cord in between, then friction fit the cone. No screws with security.
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chadrog said:

Another option is to put a screw eye in the bulkhead, attach a piece of shock cord in between, then friction fit the cone. No screws with security.
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The GFORCE does have a bulk head, but my concern is losing the nose cone. You sure friction fitting it would be enough?

AfterBurners said:

The GFORCE does have a bulk head, but my concern is losing the nose cone. You sure friction fitting it would be enough?

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What Jordan and I were both trying to describe is a short piece of shock cord attaching the cone to the forward facing side of the bulkhead. An added bit of security in addition to the friction fitting.

AfterBurners said:

You sure friction fitting it would be enough?

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That depends on your definition of friction fit, I suppose :eyepop:. I've only flown ours on a G126 and smaller - maybe 1000' maximum alt (total guess). You could put a couple small vent holes in the upper bay if you're going to be stuffing an I in it.

JordanT said:

That depends on your definition of friction fit, I suppose :eyepop:. I've only flown ours on a G126 and smaller - maybe 1000' maximum alt (total guess). You could put a couple small vent holes in the upper bay if you're going to be stuffing an I in it.

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I'll use the button cap screws as Paul suggested and drill a few holes in the upper bay for my Alt 2. That's why I don't want to lose the nose cone. I plan on having the altimeter attached to it.

Sounds like removable rivets would do the trick.

https://giantleaprocketry.com/products/components_recovery.aspx#Removable_Rivets

terryg said:

Sounds like removable rivets would do the trick.

https://giantleaprocketry.com/products/components_recovery.aspx#Removable_Rivets

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I like this method better. Removable rivets seem so far a good choice.

I have used friction fit on my level 1 rocket and on my G-force with no problem. Make sure you drill a hole to relieve the pressure.

I used two plastic rivets. They worked fine.

chadrog said:

What Jordan and I were both trying to describe is a short piece of shock cord attaching the cone to the forward facing side of the bulkhead. An added bit of security in addition to the friction fitting.

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oh ok I get it thanks...that's a good idea