RadioFlyer
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Up until now, I've been using various Estes engines for our flights because they happened to be available (A-8-3, B-6-4, C-6-5). However, I notice the Quest engines look similar and have the same ratings for about the same price.
I know they don't recommend using the Quest igniters with the Estes launch controller (which is what we have). That's because the power needed to cause the igniter to ignite is lower than what is needed by the Estes igniters. Could an Estes igniter be used in a Quest engine, or vice-versa if I ever got a Quest launch controller?
I'm curious about compatibility and if anyone prefers one engine manufacturer over the other and why. Is there any performance difference between the two? Any difference in reliability? Are some better than others in certain conditions? I'm just trying to get an idea of what my options are. Thanks in advance.
Bob
I know they don't recommend using the Quest igniters with the Estes launch controller (which is what we have). That's because the power needed to cause the igniter to ignite is lower than what is needed by the Estes igniters. Could an Estes igniter be used in a Quest engine, or vice-versa if I ever got a Quest launch controller?
I'm curious about compatibility and if anyone prefers one engine manufacturer over the other and why. Is there any performance difference between the two? Any difference in reliability? Are some better than others in certain conditions? I'm just trying to get an idea of what my options are. Thanks in advance.
Bob