How to get Aerotech motors fast

[effervescence]

Our TARC team recently finished qual flights and are pretty confident that we will make the cut for nationals. We want to start test flying soon. Unfortunately, we ran out of motors and were going to place an order for the E28-7T motors on Apogee, where we usually shop. Unfortunately, Apogee is out of stock, so we tried going directly to the Aerotech website but it says that shipping will take 2-4 weeks and there is no information about whether they have stock. One of my friends had ordered F motors from there and the delays kept adding up, so it took more than 4 weeks for their motors to arrive. We were wondering if it was possible to get them quicker. Hobbylinc is selling them and shows that the motors are in stock, but I read a thread on this forum that said that it might still be backordered. Do you know of any other vendors that can reliably ship E28-7T motors quicker than 4 weeks, preferably sometime closer to mid-April? Thanks for the advice.

 

[tim cubbedge]

Here’s a couple places that show in stock. Call first.

https://www.csrocketry.com/search.h...tegory&token=1c092fcc22e868314683a0871f4318ef

https://wildmanrocketry.com/products/e28-7t?_pos=1&_sid=0db9faad3&_ss=r

 

[GalantVR41062]

https://www.siriusrocketry.biz/isho...-rms-reload-kits-45/rms-24-40-reload-kits-46/

 

[TheTank]

First... avoid Apogee like the plague. You are over-paying for both product and shipping. As stated above, check out Wildman, Sirius Rocketry, BuyRocketMotors, Chris' Rocket Supplies, Balsa Machining. All of them will get you your order in a few days if they have it in stock.

 

[mrwalsh85]

Also, if you call and explain the situation, they may be able to offer some options that best fit your situation and needs. I mainly deal with Wildman and Chris' Rocket Supplies, and both are very responsive and often go the extra mile where needed. I try not to pull the "need" card often so that I don't burn that bridge, though.

 

[waltr]

Also BMS and BuyRocketMotors ship fast.

https://www.balsamachining.com/#
https://www.buyrocketmotors.com/

 

[effervescence]

It seems like Sirius has E28-7T motors in stock - how long should I expect shipping to take?

 

[tsmith1315]

It seems like Sirius has E28-7T motors in stock - how long should I expect shipping to take?

Go old school and call them. You can verify stock at the same time.

 

[jsdemar]

It seems like Sirius has E28-7T motors in stock - how long should I expect shipping to take?

Ground shipping only. Wisconsin to WA state... 3 to 5 days most likely.
Plus pre-shipment handling. So, likely a week. Give them a call.

 

[SolarYellow]

Hobbylinc also has them in stock, for a couple bucks less, and ships quickly.

https://www.hobbylinc.com/aerotech-...otor-3-e-reloadable-model-rocket-engine-52807

 

[cerving]

BMS (balsamachining.com) should be able to get them to you in a 2-3 working days. Those are NOT Hazmat motors, so you can get a bunch of them sent FedEx Ground, and BMS gives you 10% off in-stock motors too. I've received HPR motors in two days from them... NV to SoCal is a pretty direct route.

 

[effervescence]

Called BMS and they estimated 3 business days, shipping via UPS Ground. We will place an order there. Thanks for the help!

 

[2-0turbo]

Hobbylinc also has them in stock, for a couple bucks less, and ships quickly.

https://www.hobbylinc.com/aerotech-...otor-3-e-reloadable-model-rocket-engine-52807

Hobbylinc will beat most anyone on price for what they carry (which is sometimes limited). I’ve bought several of the 24/40, 24/60 and 29/40-120 hardware sets. Fast shipping too with reasonable rates.

Wildman is also top notch (I ordered in the morning and had tracking numbers by lunch). BMS is also a great. Buyrocketmotors when they have stock (it has been sparse for months).

 

[jgarbus]

For the cost of one motor, join the Wildman Club and get some really good deals.

 

[darrenf]

For the cost of one motor, join the Wildman Club and get some really good deals.

The Wildman club is worth every penny, but it definitely costs much more than one E28.

 

[jgarbus]

The Wildman club is worth every penny, but it definitely costs much more than one E28.

$30 For the club membership and the motor on the WM site when not logged in is $37. Same motor at Apogee is $40.

 

[darrenf]

$30 For the club membership and the motor on the WM site when not logged in is $37. Same motor at Apogee is $40.

Yes, but that price is for 3 E28 motors.

 

[jgarbus]

Yes, but that price is for 3 E28 motors.

OK...they come in three packs. SO, you can get the Wildman Club for the cost of "ONE" three pack....

TBH I don't know if you can buy a single E28-7T so probably a moot point

 

[darrenf]

OK...they come in three packs. SO, you can get the Wildman Club for the cost of "ONE" three pack....

TBH I don't know if you can buy a single E28-7T so probably a moot point

Either way everyone should have a Wildman Club membership. I'm seriously afraid of the damage I'm going to do to my wallet this black Friday if he has the Composite Warehouse kits in full swing!

 

[jgarbus]

Either way everyone should have a Wildman Club membership. I'm seriously afraid of the damage I'm going to do to my wallet this black Friday if he has the Composite Warehouse kits in full swing!

All of the 2023 black friday stuff has been coming in over the past few weeks. Had to remind the significant other that it was already paid for

I'm hoping the dark star extreme hits the list this year!!!!

 

[2-0turbo]

I got back into rocketry in Oct 2023 after a several decade absence. I heard about the wildmanclub and also wasn’t sure about joining and spending the money. If you’re spending any kind of money on rockets, the club will pay for itself very quickly. H motors are on average $5 cheaper with the club discount. Simple math on how many you have to buy till you’re money ahead.

 

[Ron Soto]

'E' Motors can be purchased at HobbyLobby. i have purchased them for an Estes Cherokee.. and have them in my box.

 

[SolarYellow]

You're missing the point of what they need. Hobby Lobby doesn't sell E-28s.

 

[Ron Soto]

You're missing the point of what they need. Hobby Lobby doesn't sell E-28s.

Got 'cha..
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