Thrustline New Kit>>"A-SLAM" Beta test in progress!!

[flying_silverad]

3 18mm cluster desinged around a BT70. One of our own members is testing it as we speak. Two photos...more info will be posted as it nears completion and release.

A-SLAM

And painted...thanks to A.R. for the photo



A-SLAM Painted

 

[Aerobee300]

WOW ... this one looks awesome !!!

 

[powderburner]

is that a pair of motor mounts I (almost) see in the rear?

 

[Papa Elf]

Nice rocket . I like the name too

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by n3tjm
Nice rocket . I like the name too

Yep, the name was Doug's idea. We went back and forth for about 15 minutes about it. I must admit Doug, I do like it!!

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by powderburner
is that a pair of motor mounts I (almost) see in the rear?

Not 2.......3-18mm motors!!!

 

[Aerobee300]

What's the dimensions on this one ?

 

[flying_silverad]

Length-21.5"
Engines- 3/18mm
Diameter- 2.21"
Span-5.3"
Recovery- 12-14" Chute

Notice intial name on file? First names are by far not always the best!!

 

[Fore Check]

That thing would look just *nails* with a red/white paint scheme patterned after the old Centuri Bulldog!

Nice rocket!

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by Fore Check
That thing would look just *nails* with a red/white paint scheme patterned after the old Centuri Bulldog!

Nice rocket!

My Beta testor was painting it Orange (or red) and Black. I'll try the Bulldog method...sounds good!!

 

[powderburner]

Originally posted by flying_silverad
Not 2.......3-18mm motors!!!

I know your first post said the design was a triple cluster, but the photo kind of looked like it might be a twin-motor mount. Anyway, it still looks like a lot of fun!

You guys who always want to fly on three (and more) motors are killing me, I am definitely going to have to get back to work on a better launcher. My last three-motor attempt was only 67 percent successful and it made for an unpleasently interesting flight.

BTW, I vote for the red/white paint scheme also.

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by powderburner
I know your first post said the design was a triple cluster, but the photo kind of looked like it might be a twin-motor mount. Anyway, it still looks like a lot of fun!

You guys who always want to fly on three (and more) motors are killing me, I am definitely going to have to get back to work on a better launcher. My last three-motor attempt was only 67 percent successful and it made for an unpleasently interesting flight.

BTW, I vote for the red/white paint scheme also.

I'll keep that in mind...more 2 engine clusters!!

 

[eugenefl]

John, GREAT design! I agree that A-Slam works best for this rocket. It's a brute design for non-brute motors - kind of a play on power vs. size.

I had to mention that the painted models make a large difference in the kit appearance and desireability. Nice work on this one.

 

[Donaldsrockets]

Hey John

I was just wondering, what does it take to be one of your beta-testers???

Just curious

Thanks again

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by Donaldsrockets
Hey John

I was just wondering, what does it take to be one of your beta-testers???

Just curious

Thanks again

Just e-mail me your name, TRF username, e-mail address, Address, some background (hobby related) and what you prefer to build.
Then i send you a set of guidelines and if you like what you see, I put you on the list. It's that easy!

[email protected] or [email protected]

 

[CTimm]

It reminds me of the French S.530 missile.

CTimm

 

[SecretSquirrel]

Originally posted by flying_silverad
Yep, the name was Doug's idea. We went back and forth for about 15 minutes about it. I must admit Doug, I do like it!!

So, how did you pick that name? Were you having breakfast at Denny's when inspiration suddenly struck?

 

[flying_silverad]

Originally posted by SecretSquirrel
So, how did you pick that name? Were you having breakfast at Denny's when inspiration suddenly struck?

As I recall, we were talking about it and he asked me what I had chosen for a name. I said SLAM and Doug thought it should have a little more zip...hence, A-SLAM. WE went back and forth for about 5 minutes (IM) and then it just sort of grew on me.

I think next month, I'm going to have contest...name that rocket!

 

[flying_silverad]

The A-SLAM beta test is complete. Many thanks to Alan Richardson for his help and great input. A-SLAM Side View

A-SLAM Aft View

 

[SecretSquirrel]

Way cool!

 

[Papa Elf]

Originally posted by flying_silverad
As I recall, we were talking about it and he asked me what I had chosen for a name. I said SLAM and Doug thought it should have a little more zip...hence, A-SLAM. WE went back and forth for about 5 minutes (IM) and then it just sort of grew on me.

I think next month, I'm going to have contest...name that rocket!

Actually... the story is off a bit. He asked what I think the name should be... and I said it had to have "SLAM" in it...

then I started listing slams....

A-SLAM
SLAM-RAM...
did not get very far when he immediatly fell in love with A-Slam

 

[swimmer]

Thanks to Thrustline Aerospace and flying silverad I had the opportunity to beta-test this uniquely designed rocket named the A-Slam. I've flown her and let me tell you all that the 3 x 18mm motor cluster is very exciting when they light. This rocket gets a lot of altitude on C6-5's. She's a beauty!!

Oh yeah, that's Swimmer behind her.

 

[swimmer]

.... another pic, minus Swimmer......

 

[swimmer]

...this is the end where the motors go..... funny, huh???

I will eventually get a launch picture, my first launch I failed to get any launch pics.

I used ACE hardware gloss red and black. I has a very nice wet look. I really like this paint. The vinyl lettering is my addition and added with the permission of flying silverad.

 

[flying_silverad]

Beautiful finish!! Great photos...I will be launching on the 19th at our CATO. It really smokes!!

 

[jetra2]

Well...

I couldn't stand it...

I ordered myself an A-Slam!

As per my discussion with John, I will be posting a review of it on EMRR just ASAP.

I'm excited...I love Thrustline's kits!

Jason