nukemmcssret
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1) You will want to be able to flex the motor hooks so that you can install and remove the motors, so that is why they are often sticking out a bit from the back end.
Or, leave the MMTs inside the back of the main BT and relocate the motor clips----rotate them around each individual MMT tube (about 60 degrees) so the clip is pointing into the empty space between two MMT tubes and you will be able to push the motor clips back just fine
I like the motor tubes protruding... It gives a more detailed appearance.
Why would you add nose weight if the stability margin is 1.7 calibers with engines installed? Anything greater than 1.0 is considered stable.The rocket is 33" long, 2.6" O.D., Wing Diameter of 9", and the margin is 3.35 overstable. Mass 12 oz. without engines, and a margin of 1.7 with engines. Looks like I need to add some nose weight.
Personally I like it recessed so the hooks are flush with the end of the tube that way the rocket will 'sit' for display if the fins don't extend past the end of the tube..
... it is a pain in the heinie to get motors in/out.
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