Next Project "NO LIMITS"

[Handeman]

Looking at similar motors I’m thinking she will do about 11,000’ on the new Aerotech L1940X
would be pushing the limits of the field in culpeper. But then, I think that’s what she was designed for ; - )

I agree, 11,000 would be pushing things a bit at BattlePark, but if you don't get go-fever and use smaller motors until just the right day, it's definitely doable!

And I'll be watching how it recovers. I got the Blue Baboon One I think will do the same on a Pro54 6G motor.

 

[Theory]

Yea, agree Handeman, though last season had two days where I would have tried it if I had it...

See myself flying her on a lot of large K motors. Will likely invest in a Loki hardware to match : - )

 

[Theory]

Shot the gloss white on the booster. Not going to say it’s flawless, but it’s darn good! No need for a second coat. Will let this cure for a week then mask off the fins and spray them.

 

[FlyBy01]

If the weather is good to go in October I'll film the launch; more camera=better potential for awesome shots.

 

[Theory]

Note, I am not a painter, but I do like my rockets to look good. That said, I am VERY happy with where this is so far:



Working with Mark at stickershock23 on the decals. Will spray the red on the fin once they arrive. Want the reds to match as close as I can.

 

[Theory]

Looking really good. The decals arrived (AWESOME WORK by Mark & Stickershock23). Wet sanding the clear is next, then decals.




in other news, all of the components for the electronics showed up. Will get to that next week.

 

[Theory]

And be careful when shooting that 2K clear. I used a dedicated set of filters for it

 

[Theory]

Still need to get the electronics bay complete and the recovery gear sorted out, but the vehicle itself is complete. Extremely happy with how she turned out

 

[Theory]

Can’t wait to light that L motor!!!!

HUGE THANK YOU to Mark @ stickershock23

 

[boatgeek]

Still need to get the electronics bay complete and the recovery gear sorted out, but the vehicle itself is complete. Extremely happy with how she turned outView attachment 469935View attachment 469936View attachment 469938View attachment 469939View attachment 469940View attachment 469937

Man, that's hot. Nice work!

 

[Tim51]

Beautiful work!!

 

[Theory]

thank you guys!

going to be busy here for a bit but hope to start making progress on the electronics soon

 

[rfjustin]

Looks fantastic!

 

[Antares JS]

That there is a fine looking rocket. Good luck with all its future flights.

 

[Handeman]

I can't wait to push the button on that one! Great job!

 

[Theory]

Thanks all!

 

[Theory]

Spent some quality time with the miter box and drill press.

happy with the layout. Need to nail down the location of the switches and get the tubes adhered to the sides.



in related news the 10’ chute from rocket man arrived. Have everything I need to complete her. Just need to get it done!!!

 

[Theory]

Can call the electronics bay 110% complete!

borrowed the design I used on a previous build “EX-1127” for the sled and switch location:





both switches are easily accessed through a single static port:



the bulkheads. 3.5 gram charge wells and a standard well nut to secure/seal the e-match pass through:




together. Note the larger washer on the back side of the bulkhead for better stress distribution



All put together and ready to put in work:

 

[Theory]

Also started laying out the recovery system. Standard layout here. 2’ drogue with a 10’ main. Nylon for the booster harness and Kevlar for the main in the payload. Nomex blankets protect both sides:

 

[Tim51]

Beautiful work!

 

[teepot]

Very clean. I like it a lot.

 

[Theory]

Wrapped up the recovery system. Happy to say that the everything fits as expected. That 10’ chute and 30’ of Kevlar take up some space, but all is good.

she comes in at almost exactly 17.5pounds w/o and motor hardware



only question left is which motor for the shake down flight?



odds are it will be the 1100

 

[FlyBy01]

Wrapped up the recovery system. Happy to say that the everything fits as expected. That 10’ chute and 30’ of Kevlar take up some space, but all is good.

she comes in at almost exactly 17.5pounds w/o and motor hardware

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only question left is which motor for the shake down flight?

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odds are it will be the 1100
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What’s the estimated altitude? Can't wait until the season starts!

 

[FlyBy01]

Why the nylon harness o the booster? Zipper prevention? Is the main parachute a nylon or kevlar harness. Working the Honest John plan and in aviation we always learn from others experience or mistakes. It saves money and lives.

 

[Theory]

Nylon for better shock absorption. Want some give in the system

 

[T34zac]

Wrapped up the recovery system. Happy to say that the everything fits as expected. That 10’ chute and 30’ of Kevlar take up some space, but all is good.

she comes in at almost exactly 17.5pounds w/o and motor hardware

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only question left is which motor for the shake down flight?

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odds are it will be the 1100

That rocket is looking great. My vote is on the J1799 for the shakedown.

 

[Theory]

Wrapping up a few items that I spoke too but never followed up on.

The rail buttons with their stand offs came out exactly as designed. Secured with a stainless counter sunk screw.





Also to ensure that the harness doesn’t get knotted and all stays secure I installed a 30kn swivel via a 25kn locking carabiner. Confident the knot in the nylon will hold.





All that’s left to do now is fly

 

[FlyBy01]

Wrapping up a few items that I spoke too but never followed up on.

The rail buttons with their stand offs came out exactly as designed. Secured with a stainless counter sunk screw.

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Also to ensure that the harness doesn’t get knotted and all stays secure I installed a 30kn swivel via a 25kn locking carabiner. Confident the knot in the nylon will hold.

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All that’s left to do now is fly

Now that's sexy! Can't wait to to see you light that torch and let it burn.

 

[Theory]

She finally flew!!!

Fflight was on a K1100 to 3,439’ at 486fps.

The second flight was on a J800 to 2400 feet.

Both had a perfect recovery!

videos:
K1100:

J800: https://youtube.com/shorts/2_V87lCf7Ks?feature=share

 

[James Kobel]

Any up date on the rocket?