10-03-2014, 11:51 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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Originally Posted by Scott6060842
Well, I launched my first single use composite yesterday (a Saturn V with an Apogee E9). All good except what a PITA to hook up on an Estes portapad.
Any advise on a good mid power pad? I looked at the Aerotech Mantis ($70+ and it does not seem to be rated very high).
Thanks!
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I built one, using a 24" square piece of 3/4" plywood, 4 3' long 2X4's and 4 2' long 2X4's. I then mounted places to put a 3/16" or 1/4" and a couple of 1/8" rods. Saves a LOT of bending over/squatting.
Downside is that with the 1/4" or 3/16" rod, it takes two people to load a tall, and/or wide rocket - one to tip the table over and one to load the missile. |