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Friday, December 16, 2022

Estes Maxi-Brute Honest John (Kit #1269) Background

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This was one of those kits I always wanted but never ordered. It's ideal for building since there is damage to the original kit box and...
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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Super Glue (and other things) In Low Power Rocketry? TIPS, Part 2

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Mentioned yesterday: On Forums and Facebook, I often see questions about construction and finishing. What usually follows are recommendation...
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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Super Glue (and other things) In Low Power Rocketry? TIPS, Part 1

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On Forums and Facebook, I often see questions about construction and finishing. What usually follows are recommendations from other "Ne...
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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Starting Your Own Model Rocket Company? Part 2

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STANDARDIZE  Where you can!  Go with Estes tubes and nose cones (standard "BT" diameters) that are easier to source.  My earliest ...
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Monday, December 12, 2022

Starting Your Own Model Rocket Company? Part 1

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These next two posts are not meant to discourage. Many have a dream to produce and sell a model rocket kit. Here are some points to think ab...
Sunday, December 11, 2022

Estes Blue Origin New Shepard Build, Finished

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This was a good challenge, getting the tunnel fillets smooth. Positioning that first upper tunnel top piece is critical for correct placemen...
Saturday, December 10, 2022

Estes Blue Origin New Shepard Build, Part 11, Old & New Kit Versions

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On this blog, I was building the original version of the kit that was pulled because of some stability issues. I haven't seen the revise...
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