Streamer D Rocket Build, Part 4, Kevlar Notch and Paint

The fins are glued on a bit forward of the end to allow a wrap of tape for engine retention.

The root edge of one fin is marked for a notch. The Kevlar line is knotted and glued on the root edge so the model will hang parallel to the ground under the streamer. This adds even more drag during recovery.

I made a small notch where the Kevlar will be attached after the rocket is painted.






Here's the finished build ready for fluorescent green paint.
I know, green paint? Not the best color for finding a model on the ground. This model will have a long, wide chrome Mylar streamer. It shouldn't be hard to find.

As shown before, fluorescent paint is flat and a rough finish. You can polish and smooth the flat finish by rubbing it with a soft cloth. That will bring it to a satin finish with less drag. The smoother finish will also help with decal adhesion.