10-20-2007, 10:31 PM
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Craftsman
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Great Meadows, NJ
Posts: 188
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PVC Rocket Launcher
Just finished my "PVC" Launch Pad and looks great! Reason? No one yell but, we had a 17 year old kid launch an "e" powered rocket @ 4H sport launch. At the time, I wasn't a member but a guest. If it were me I would have sent the kid home. He launched it from a 1/8 " rod, 20" long if that! On top of that, wind was gusty, even on the ground. This thing was swaying in the breeze like u wouldn't believe. He ended up loosing it. Now, we have this heavy duty launch pad, and it will hold a 1/4 rod and take up to a "G" powered motor! Don't ever expect to launch anything that large but, nice to know u can. Cudos to the designer of the "double mounting bolt" design. This thing is much stronger than the single bolt and adjustable. I'll update with the persons name when I find the plans.
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