I have one of these on my build list, just so I know is there any reason why CA is used so much on this rather than a white or yellow wood glue ?
Reason for asking is I know from reading CA is used by aero modellers because of its lower weight and also makes it faster to build ........I did a lot of reading on wood glues prior to building my telescope eyepiece case ( which uses a LOT of wood parts ) I didnt come to any conclusions from reading so I made some test strips up using different glues. i found the CA would split apart a lot easier than a white PVA based glue. As PVA and aliphatic ( yellow glue) has about the same properties apart from drying time I assume yellow glue would have the same strength.
Hence the question why CA ? Is it just weight and drying time ?
I have one of these on my build list, just so I know is there any reason why CA is used so much on this rather than a white or yellow wood glue ?
Reason for asking is I know from reading CA is used by aero modellers because of its lower weight and also makes it faster to build ........I did a lot of reading on wood glues prior to building my telescope eyepiece case ( which uses a LOT of wood parts ) I didnt come to any conclusions from reading so I made some test strips up using different glues. i found the CA would split apart a lot easier than a white PVA based glue. As PVA and aliphatic ( yellow glue) has about the same properties apart from drying time I assume yellow glue would have the same strength.
Hence the question why CA ? Is it just weight and drying time ?
Nice flight, congrats.
I don't know how these threads get by me, guess I should pay more attention. It was mentioned in a earlier post about doing an upscale, well my buddy did. I posted pics on my site, I'm still waiting for the finshed(painted) pics but it still looks pretty good. https://midcoastrocketry.com/Customer-Projects.html
Did you see the completed pics a few posts up? If not you probably shouldn't
Well if the worlds ending theres no reason not to do it is there ?
I know I know ,it`s just that I had all my builds prioritised according to skill level and the amount of time needed to complete them ,and then those damn Mayans throw a wrench into my schedule
Paul T
The world is ending when again ?
Paul T
Not to put any added pressure on you, but, here you go:
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/sfl-edge-mayan-doomsday-calendar,0,1683565.flash
Time is ticking.
Now that's funny right there! LOL
Since the world is ending in less than a year, that means I can stop paying my bills and buy more rockets and motors. Right?
>> I decided to try some spray sanding sealer on the fins and intakes
How did the sealer turn out? Did it cover the grains very well? I'm not one to fill in grains or tubes very much either! Thanks for the build thread.
Just picked up this kit and it does look like a great build! I do like the higher skill rated kits - thanks John! Do not like 3-4FNC rockets, but this rocket has great personality!
Gotta get started on this kit - only 298:17:13:45 days till the end! :bangpan:
Anyone put an ejection baffle in place of coupler?
Thanks,
Pat
Any luck with replacement decals? I was just halfway through the decals on mine when I realized all the intakes were the same! D'oh! Now my QCC is half naked
You know, I still haven't done the decals on mine. I need to get that done one of these days.
OK I just finished this entire thread from beginning to end:y:.I was thinking about getting one of these next instead of another Vagabond so ..yes it will be an explorer.Great build thread Quake and videos.Kudos to you plus this is a dollar cheaper than the Vagabond:grin::caffeine::caffeine::caffeine:
It's a great flyer. A little more challenging to build than some, but well worth the effort.
Anyone tried E18 or 28's in these...and got it back?
Anyone tried E18 or 28's in these...and got it back?
Agreed - this kit is one of the best Estes has. A fantastic flier and a really fun build.
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