Estes Super Neon XL

[Initiator001]

So far, the only NEW Estes kit that has interested me is the Super Neon XL.

Now, I'm no fan of the original version, but I do like the SIZE of this model.

I've attached some pictures of the kit.

As others have mentioned, what's with the balsa nose cone?! It's nicely made but on a model this size plastic is a better choice. :rolleyes:

Bob

[Bill]

Darn! That nose cone does not look like the same shape as the one in the regular Super Neon.

I was hoping to use the XL kit as a cheaper way to get the cone for some serious upscaling...


Bill


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[Mark II]

1.64" diameter is too large for a balsa nose cone???

Geez, I had better remember to refrain from posting any pictures of my 1.64", 1.84", 2", 2.34" and 2.6" diameter rockets that have balsa nose cones then! :rolleyes:

MarkII

[Shreadvector]

So far, the only NEW Estes kit that has interested me is the Super Neon XL.

Now, I'm no fan of the original version, but I do like the SIZE of this model.

I've attached some pictures of the kit.

As others have mentioned, what's with the balsa nose cone?! It's nicely made but on a model this size plastic is a better choice. :rolleyes:

Bob

Balsa = pass testing.

Plastic = risk failing testing and scrapping tens of thousands of dollars in parts or finished product.

As explained by Barry Tunick here last year.

[scigs30]

Does this mean Scott is going to have to update the Estes nose cone reference sheet? I will post pictures of my Hornet, Photon Probe, and Satellite Interceptor later tonight. I did not buy the Photon Disruptor since I have about 5 of those still.

[rokitflite]

Does this mean Scott is going to have to update the Estes nose cone reference sheet? I will post pictures of my Hornet, Photon Probe, and Satellite Interceptor later tonight. I did not buy the Photon Disruptor since I have about 5 of those still.


Scigs! You are not finished with the 1979 catalog! F-O-C-U-S!!!

[scigs30]

I know, I know.... I am trying. I will collect these new kits, but I promise not to build them until I am done with the 1979 catalog.

[A Fish Named Wallyum]

Scigs! You are not finished with the 1979 catalog! F-O-C-U-S!!!

:chuckle: