Estes E2X.... ON STEROIDS

MCriscione said:

I gotta ask, what is an 18mm Aerotech F motor? I thought at best they were D's in the 18mm size.

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MCriscione said:

I gotta ask, what is an 18mm Aerotech F motor? I thought at best they were D's in the 18mm size.

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mrwalsh85 said:

So...

This kind of should be cross posted between the Low Power and Mid power forums... but since the intended use will be midpower, I posted here.

I came across a few 18mm Aerotech F motors a while back... And I've been thinking about what to do with them.

Decided to pick up an Estes E2X over the weekend. I carefully perused the selection at Hobby Lobby, looking for a durable rocket that can be flown repeatedly, and take some abuse. The molded fin can was the winner.

I'm thinking it might not be a bad idea to put an Altimeter2 in there for purposes of monitoring altitude/performance of the F motor.

What else should I consider doing with this lil' guy?

-Walsh

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BEC said:

Skytrax is an RTF....and does not lend itself to longer motors without extensive internal rework (plastic fin can with motor supported by ribs). Bob or Mike - how long are these 18mm Fs?

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samb said:

When you say E2X do you mean the Estes Generic E2X kit ?

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The fin can to airframe joint is the weak link I think, so rough up the plastic and get a good epoxy bond. Paint it orange, mylar streamer, and many offerings to the rocket gods for the safe return of the electronics are the only other things I can think of... maybe a big ole rebel yell when that thing teleports across the 8th dimension !

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BEC said:

Skytrax is an RTF....and does not lend itself to longer motors without extensive internal rework (plastic fin can with motor supported by ribs). Bob or Mike - how long are these 18mm Fs?

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