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  1. J

    Mars Snooper Mayhem

    You might consider soaking each assembled shroud with thin CA. This really strengthens the paper tremendously. When one does this, it precludes the need to double the shrouds, which adds unnecessary weight and complexity.
  2. J

    Another Decal Problem - Need Some Wisdom

    Allclad silvers are the best. Doesn't fingerprint like enamels and laquers out of a can. Must use an airbrush to apply. I then use the Pledge. Works great without the headaches.
  3. J

    WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE ESTES MINI-BRUTE?

    I built 3 Mini-Bomarcs, a Wolverine, and a Star Blazer. The Bomarc remains my favorite Mini-Brute in case you weren't sure!🙄
  4. J

    MoreRockets.com Super Viper

    Recorded most of them...
  5. J

    CA Storage

    Bob Smith is the best CA I've used. I keep it in the fridge until ready to use.
  6. J

    How many rockets does everyone have in their collection??

    Now, north of #1000 unbuilt kits, around #125 built ones. I've about used up my shop space. Thinking of adding another shop and join them together...ugh! All of the bagged kits and a few boxes are stored in Sterilite bins of 64-105qt sizes. I'm up to 45 bins...
  7. J

    WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE ESTES MINI-BRUTE?

    Mini-brute Bomarc.
  8. J

    AeroTech Open Thread

    Does Aerotech still manufacture/support the 32mm RMS glider motors? Checked the site, and all I see is the 24mm RMS system. Thanks, Allen
  9. J

    NCR Bomarc repair question

    I'm using 2x 36" chutes for mine, and they kick out every time. I use AT single use G80-4 or G79-4, usually. No worries.
  10. J

    V-23 and Rocket Rider for BT80

    Definitely interested in a 29mm V-23!
  11. J

    NCR Bomarc repair question

    If you still need the plans, I can send to you. The damage you pictured there is typical. There is little support for the ram jets/standoffs built as instructed. I used triangle balsa and 30-minute epoxy on both sides of the standoffs inside the main BT. Built as instructed, the weight of...
  12. J

    AeroTech Open Thread

    The G80-4 was perfect for my NCR Bomarc which is built fairly heavy. Don't want to Level 1 to use H's.
  13. J

    AeroTech Open Thread

    I'd like to know why there are no more G80-4's. Indeed, any SU G80. Are the G79,78,77's just as good?
  14. J

    What I did today -instead- of Rocketry.

    Vettle may be done w Ferrari...or vice versa. I like Leclerc. Wonder if Renault let will stay in the engine manufacturing role...
  15. J

    The most beautiful jet fighter ever made

    I thought the F-104 Starfighter held the speed record...
  16. J

    Camden, SC ICBM/ROSCO 2019 Launch Schedule

    Leo, I hope to be there on Sunday. I hope you will be there, too. Long time, my friend! Allen
  17. J

    What did you do rocket wise today?

    Nearing the end of the painting of my Boyce 1/24 Nike Zeus B. Waiting on the warhead roll pattern and the 3 pairs of red lettered 'US ARMY' from Mark at Stickershock. Looking back, I wish I had gotten Mark to do all the roll patterns in vinyl, but decided to paint them instead. Still have...
  18. J

    Miss Riley Rocket Kits

    Too much for me. I like to stay midpower, so I'd want one half that... make be they'll make one.
  19. J

    Miss Riley Rocket Kits

    What does this rocket weigh, please.
  20. J

    Hobby Lobby Clearance

    County...damn auto correct
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