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Will epoxy bond to CA (super glue...not the state)? How about wood glue? I built my little Estes Crossbow kit and used thin CA to coat the inside of the front end of the body tube. However, I forgot to attach the shock cord. I wanted to use the old tri-fold method; but the CA coating...

Well, I'm on vacation this week; and after Christmas festivities and playing in the snow (a true novelty in coastal South Carolina), I have finally found the time to build a rocket. Back in September, I won several COOL rocket kits thanks to the generosity of Mr. Jim Flis and his anniversary...

I need to purchase a new laptop, so I'm trying to raise a little $$$. I have the following for sale: 54/852 Dr. Rocket Case - $55 includes shipping within the US. Aerotech 38mm grain adapter set. Includes two grain spacers, floating forward closure, and retainer ring. I took this set out of...

While attempting to launch my Super Neon XL this past weekend, a 24mm reload blew out the rear closure on the casing. In the process it blew the thrust ring and spacer (in the engine mount) forward into the space between the engine tube and the baffle. So, how can I get these two back out...

Apparently Duplicolor has switched their automotive lacquer rattle cans to a size of 8 oz. (but charging the same as for the old 11 oz size). Anyhow, all of the Advanced Auto Parts stores in my area have the old 11 oz cans on clearance for $1.65 and 5 oz cans for $1.25. The stores in my...

I recently purchased a couple of used hardware lots and ended up with a couple of extra casings that I doubt I will ever use...so, if you are interested, I have the following for sale/trade. 38/600 Dr. Rocket Desert Fire case $45 shipped 2 U! 54/852 Dr. Rocket case $55 shipped 2 U! Want...

Okay fellow rocketeers, here is my dilemma. I have been wanting to build an upscale Centuri Groove Tube for some time now. It will be 2.2" diameter, and I had originally planned to use LOC tubing and fiberglass the inside of the tube fins (for added landing strength). However, I decided to...

Has anyone out there ever tried to make a two stage version of the old Estes Nike X? I just finished up a clone and the whole time I was thinking how easy it would be to convert it over to a gap staged configuration. I wasn't sure about the stability of the sustainer.

I received a Jasper Jig for Christmas - but no plunge router. I really didn't specify to my family that they were a package deal. But, I love 'em anyway :D. Has anyone ever used a Jasper Jig with a fixed base router? Seems like it might be unsafe and cause sloppy results, but I do have an...

Has anyone ever cut cardboard tubing (LOC type or Estes type) with a miter saw (an electric compound miter)? Would a paneling blade be best? Could you get the blade square enough to cut through a circle perfectly?

I would like to build an upscale Estes Sprite and am in need of material for the ring fin. To be specific I need enough 7.5" cardboard tubing to cut a 2.3" section out of. Does anyone have a scrap of 7.5" tubing to donate to my cause? I would be glad to reimburse you for shipping and/or...

I was wondering if anyone else has ever experience the following problem. This has happened a couple of times now. I print my decals for a clone I am working on, let them sit around for a couple of weeks, then clear them with Krylon; again, let them sit around for a few weeks to fully cure...

Has anyone converted the Revell 1/144 Saturn V for flight? I saw one article on Essence's Rocket Reviews. Are there any other resources out there?

Is there any way to harden a balsa nose cone? I want to harden a rather large BT-80 cone to keep it from getting dinged up in transport and flight recovery. I've seen the Minwax wood hardener at the hardware store (anybody have any experience with this stuff?). I also thought about...

I've built a very small e-bay for a 54mm airframe to house my Missile Works rrc2 mini. Inside dimensions are 2" diam by 6" long. According to my calculations (based on Missile Works paperwork), the e-bay needs a single hole between 1/32 and 1/16". This seems awful small to me. Should I drill...

Well, I'm going to attempt my first DD at our next club launch. The rocket I plan to use is either an upscale Nike Ram I am currently building (based on a Semroc thick walled, 225 tube) or a 2.2" diam. LOC Black Brant X. Both rockets have 29mm mounts, so an H motor should really make them...

Has anyone ever ordered plastic rivets from McMaster-Carr (the click lock type)? I wanted to get a bulk supply to use with some of my scratch building, but was unsure of the correct size to order. I've been very happy with the ones that come in BSD kits and wanted something comparable.

After building my Estes Pathfinder clone, I performed a swing test and it flew backwards. EMRR's CP library had the CP listed between 36 and 37" from nose and my CG was at 31" with an Estes E9-6 loaded. It was built with TTW basswood fins (for those E and F flights), so I know it is a bit...

When I use fill n' finish on balsa fins, they warp. Is there a secret to this technique? I typically mix my wood filler to about the consistency of pancake batter (maybe a little thinner), and apply w/a brush. I've tried applying the filler both before and after attaching the fins to the...

I'm planning to scratch build a 1.6" diameter MPR out of LOC components. It is going to be about 40" long. I wanted to make it a zipperless design (my first), but was a little confused about the rail button placement. Do you make the break in the rocket above the buttons, or do you put the...