"Old" Estes Geo-Sat LV Build Thread
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GlenP
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Really nice paint job. Is that the same satellite that was used on the SDI?
https://plans.rocketshoppe.com/estes/est2003/est2003.htm
That was one of those unique kits, that either you loved it, or hated it. Definitely original.
https://plans.rocketshoppe.com/estes/est2003/est2003.htm
That was one of those unique kits, that either you loved it, or hated it. Definitely original.
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Well today was the day....finally! Since there was not a drop of wind to speak of....I went with the D12-3. I used the flight nose/payload. Once I got to the field, I realized none of my smallest chute would work...too big! So I went with the plastic chutes from Estes. It worked great.
My video taking skills positively SUCK. it is almost not work posting. Below is the pre-launch photo "on the pad". I will try and post the launch video when I can. The flight was very nice! and the delay was near perfect. I did pop a fin on landing but the break was such that it was an easy fix that you almost cant tell!
My video taking skills positively SUCK. it is almost not work posting. Below is the pre-launch photo "on the pad". I will try and post the launch video when I can. The flight was very nice! and the delay was near perfect. I did pop a fin on landing but the break was such that it was an easy fix that you almost cant tell!
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Hey Tenspeed-
I did not add any nose weight. The reason for the other top was dues to the 3D printed satellite in the clear nose was way to heavy. If anything, i wanted less weight in the nose. The D12-3 got it up there....I would say a good 700 feet. It took a bit of time to float down. If I do an E12....it will really go!
The field is close to my home. I approached the farmer and he lets me launch there anytime. A good guy...I am spoiled!
Andrew
I did not add any nose weight. The reason for the other top was dues to the 3D printed satellite in the clear nose was way to heavy. If anything, i wanted less weight in the nose. The D12-3 got it up there....I would say a good 700 feet. It took a bit of time to float down. If I do an E12....it will really go!
The field is close to my home. I approached the farmer and he lets me launch there anytime. A good guy...I am spoiled!
Andrew
gldknght
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Spray cans absolutely suck at getting paint into tight nooks and crannies. The best way to paint these areas is with an airbrush if you have one, or use the spray cans to paint before assembly, which is not a great option, requiring repainting after assembly to cover the glue fillets.
Looks Awesome. Working on an old kit of it now. Lost the page with the 4 fin markings. Would you still have a copy?
