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  1. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Dear dpower.....thank you very much!!! Very glad to hear that you also have a Bomarc clone that flies on higher power and is stable. For some reason, I have never felt comfortable with the notion of B-C engines powering this relatively large model and based on general stability challenges I...
  2. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    One last post on the bomarc....here's my 39 year old companion rocket (I cannot even remember making the kit back in the day) . I think some of these old birds will outlive many of us :-). Best, H
  3. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Thanks again Kuririn....I appreciate the kind words!!! I only recently returned to the hobby after about a 40 years hiatus. It's been fun trying out new techniques, upscaling, etc., and just being a little more analytical. Really nice to have forums like rocketryforum and folks like you (and...
  4. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Oh Kuririn...many thanks for sending along the Rocksim link!!!!
  5. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Hi Kuririn....you have a keen eye!!! Indeed, an upscale (BT-55 with a interceptor nose cone) version of the falcon commander with wing tip pods (still in the works but will keep folks posted). The wings (along with the bomarc) will be reinforced with Deluxe carbon fiber tissue anticipating...
  6. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Super...many thanks Kuririn. I will start with the/your recommendation of 1/4" ahead of the front wing (w/o engine) and a swing test. I also would like to upgrade to a D/E power unit but am unsure if this will ultimately affect in flight stability as well (I expect another swing test will...
  7. Huckbin

    Estes Bomarc Clone CG Question

    Hi everyone, I am relatively new to the forum but am amazed and impressed by the content and discussion being brought forward (and it has helped this BAR tremendously)!!! Quick question for folks with Estes Bomarc (0657) experience. I am attempting a Bomarc clone (below) and will attempt a...
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