Estes Mini Scale Combo Pak, #0874, Tomahawk & Exocet, Build, Part 7, Slitting For The Shock Cord

The shock cord install reminds me of the oldest kits. You made two slits in the body tube and laced the shock cord through them. You were left with unsightly cuts and a bulge after the paint was applied.

Maybe this simpler single slit and paper cover will look better.

The shock cord "anchors" are cut form the instruction sheet.

A 1/8" wide slit is made 3/4" down from the top of the body tube.

Notice I pencil marked the 1/8" wide slit position before cutting with a knife.

The nose cone shoulder is only about 1/4" long so you will have enough clearance.

Cut the slit - 

Fish the shock cord end into the slit using the tip of your hobby knife. This ended up being easier than I initially thought.