A Blog Comment from Naoto Kimura:
Naoto KimuraApril 11, 2022 at 4:06 PM
"A potential "gotcha" with regards to the launch lug -- the launch lug needs to be offset from the side of the main body tube to make sure the launch rod clears the nosecone (something that the instructions does not state explicitly)." 
From the Estes instructions: Here's their drawing showing placement of the Launch Lug.
The lug is glued into the root edge of the standoff, closest to the BT-50 tube.
Out of habit and I usually follow the instructions -
I glued the Launch Lug into the root edge joint.
(Maybe I should have had the Nose Cone in place when the Launch Lug was glued on!)
It probably won't clear diameter the bulbous Nose Cone.
Thanks Naoto! I usually catch these things - Not this time!
I glued mine inside the pod on the other side of the pylon. Gives enough clearance for the nose cone and hides the lug.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!
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