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Papa Elf
In preparation to the CMASS launch this weekend, I decided to build my Estes Renegade that has been hanging on my wall for years. Back when I bought the kit, I knew about its underpowered problems, so from the get-go I knew I wanted to make some changes.
Obviously the most radical changes are in the booster. I replace the 18mm motor mount with a 24mm mount, and added 13mm motor tubes to the side pods. Vent holes are drilled into the centering rings to increase staging reliably (especially with the C11-0). Each side pod houses a 12" parachute providing a smooth landing for the booster.
The Upperstage was built stock, with a few minor changes. I added a motor hook to the 18mm mount, upgraded the launch lugs to 3/16", added weight to the nose, and upgraded the parachute to 18."
Obviously the most radical changes are in the booster. I replace the 18mm motor mount with a 24mm mount, and added 13mm motor tubes to the side pods. Vent holes are drilled into the centering rings to increase staging reliably (especially with the C11-0). Each side pod houses a 12" parachute providing a smooth landing for the booster.
The Upperstage was built stock, with a few minor changes. I added a motor hook to the 18mm mount, upgraded the launch lugs to 3/16", added weight to the nose, and upgraded the parachute to 18."