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Old 11-26-2017, 10:53 AM
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Default MPC Vostok Project

OK, I want to build an MPC Vostok. I know I know it's impossible. I have read and reread Chris Michielssen build of this rocket on his blog.
I can hear all of you saying If you want a good flying Vostok build a Dr. Zooch kit. I have and yes it's a good flyer. So now you're saying why do
you still want to build the MPC Vostok? The only thing I can say is because it's a challenge to me to build this rocket to fly and fly stable.
Somebody somewhere must have had a good flight. The only review I have is here https://www.rocketreviews.com/mpc-v...-jeff-lane.html and this one is using a C6-3 motor.


Some things I have thought about in the construction of the Vostok.
Would taking out some of the bulkheads in other parts to lengthen the 20mm body tube help to make room for the chute?
Would a BT-20 tube running the full length of the 20mm tube act as a double wall to help keep the heat away from outside plastic?
Would two chutes one for the nose cone and one for the mane body be better than one big one? Maybe a rear ejection to allow the
Chutes to be packed in one or two of the outboard plastic engine pods.

Now I know there is a weight problem with this model. I have decided to go with and 18mm Aerotech reload motor. Can anyone give me
some advice on their uses? I have never used them before.
Are these motor too hot for this model? This is why thought a double wall motor tube might help.
What would be a good size motor to use a D13-4 or a D21-4?

So please chime in if you have any good ideas or helpfully hints. Would like to do a build thread as I go along here or would it be worth it?
Help me out if you can.
THANKS.
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