After much time and work I finally completed my SUMO. This is one build that I learned a lot from; mostly how to paint and finish a rocket and the time it takes to get a mirror like finish.
I'll be flying it on an H250G-10 estimated altitude 2100' and 22mph for the velocity at deployment. I still need to buy the reload and the case from Wildman. Recovery on the rocket is pretty much stock. I sewn loops (using Kevlar thread) at the ends of the shock cord for attachment points. The hardware consists of (2) 3/16" quick links and a 1000lb barrel swivel. I upgraded the chute to a 45" Top Flight and motor retention is the ESTES screw on retainer. I never used this retainer and I was tempted to go with Aeropack. but heard that the ESTES for the money is a good retainer and will hold up. I'll also be using a 12x12 Nomex blanket for the chute and 36" Nomex sleeve for the shock cord. I didn't feel comfortable going with the piston. Maybe on a future build I'll use it.
As far as finishing the rocket. Lots of hours! I used all Duplicolor primers and paints and broke out my detailing supplies for the final rubbing out and polishing process. This is my first time spending this much time on finishing a rocket and just did it to see what kind of results I would get. I'm pretty happy. but I know there's always room for improvement. I'm over building for awhile...now I just want to launch the fleet I have....
I'll be flying it on an H250G-10 estimated altitude 2100' and 22mph for the velocity at deployment. I still need to buy the reload and the case from Wildman. Recovery on the rocket is pretty much stock. I sewn loops (using Kevlar thread) at the ends of the shock cord for attachment points. The hardware consists of (2) 3/16" quick links and a 1000lb barrel swivel. I upgraded the chute to a 45" Top Flight and motor retention is the ESTES screw on retainer. I never used this retainer and I was tempted to go with Aeropack. but heard that the ESTES for the money is a good retainer and will hold up. I'll also be using a 12x12 Nomex blanket for the chute and 36" Nomex sleeve for the shock cord. I didn't feel comfortable going with the piston. Maybe on a future build I'll use it.
As far as finishing the rocket. Lots of hours! I used all Duplicolor primers and paints and broke out my detailing supplies for the final rubbing out and polishing process. This is my first time spending this much time on finishing a rocket and just did it to see what kind of results I would get. I'm pretty happy. but I know there's always room for improvement. I'm over building for awhile...now I just want to launch the fleet I have....
