shock cord alternative?

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vinsonj

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I've got one of those dual Estes launchers (two rockets that come in the yellow plastic case)....and I'm having a hard time with the shock cords. If I put in enough wadding to keep the engine from burning up the shock cord and chute, there's not enough room to get the nose cone on. However, if I reduce the amount of wadding, then the shock cord burns up and/or the chute gets melted. I'm thinking about just using a bit of wire instead.....anyone else tried this, or know of a better alternative? Thanks!

John
 
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