Published: | 2010-11-13 |
Manufacturer: | Aerospace Specialty Products |
The following excerpt is
from "Sport Rocketry". The intention is to allow guests to get a
basic feeling about a kit. We strongly suggest that you get a copy of the
referenced Sport Rocketry and read the entire article. Inside you will find
many helpful hints in construction as well as other useful information. For
more information, use the two links above.
"If you take joy in the crafting of a model, you'll
find these kits more satisfying than the current run of prefabbed, half-plastic
kits."
"Although it looks like a two-stager, in fact the forward fins are there
just to stabilize the unpowered payload delivery container." "On the
model, each set of fins is cut from 1/8" lite-ply. The lite-ply is a good
choice: It's not significantly heavier than balsa, is just as easy to cut, and
the finer-grained outer skin sands and finishes much more easily."
"Overall, construction of this kit is straightforward, the instructions
are clear and easy to follow."
"It is important to make sure that all eight fins are straight, and that
the upper set is aligned to the booster fins."
"Be careful not to round off the conical balsa nose cone while
sanding."
"Don't omit the metal washer supplied as nose-weight; it's essential for
stability."
"The paint scheme is relatively simple, requiring minimal
masking."
"The RP-3 performs well on a D12-7."
"This kit also includes an 18" silver mylar chute, or for an
additional 40 cents you can specify one of 5 other metallic colors."
The entire article gives the impression is that this kit would be for intermediate modelers and those looking for their first scale kit.
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