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Intercptor E
Well, for Christmas, I got myself a Semroc Sat1B and an Estes Interceptor E!!
The Interceptor E arrived today from AC Supply. I have to say the shipping was fast, but I'm a little disappointed. AC Supply rammed the kit in a box that was too small for it and crunched face card in the process. Luckily, the kit itself is undamaged but if I had planned on collecting it instead of building it, I'd be miffed! I have not opened it yet, but it seems awful heavy just from picking up the bag. I noticed the thicker tubes, (which I like) but what makes them (Estes) think this thing can fly safely on a D12 - much less an E9?? My Estes Executioner flew great on E-16's and G-64's with no other mods except the 29MM tube. I stupidly tried it on a D12 once and it pranged hard. No more Executioner for me! I could see the same thing happening to this rocket. For this rocket, I'm for sure going to swap out the 24MM tube for a 29 and fly it exclusively on AT motors. Am I way off base here? What's everyone else doing with their 1350 kits? |
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I'm sure you know that Aerotech makes 24mm E's and F's both single use and reloadable. You could build it stock and fly it on them. I've always liked the E15-4W for rockets that were a little too much for a D12-3. I haven't seen the 1350's motor mount yet, so a stronger motor block might be needed, but otherwise it could be flown stock on these motors. The 24mm's should be a little cheaper, and a model that physically small will go out of sight on a 29mm full F.
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Joe, We've actually got another thread somewhere discussing this very issue. Someone (Charlene?) said she flew it on an E with no problem (the E9-4 is the only recommended motor)
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The reason I'd switch it to 29MM is because I prefer to use the 29/40-120 hobby case. There are a lot of loads for that case, from E-16 on up. Loads for this case are fairly easy to get at our launches, and they are more cost effective then SU motors. I suppose I'll have to check fit with the tail cone and make sure that the 29MM will work OK before I go ahead with it. |
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Joe, The tail cone will work with 29mm but you'll have to enlarge the opening that slips over the motor tube.
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Lightwieght Airframe for 1350 Interceptor
just got my 1350 in the mail today! the kit is absolutely beautiful! the parts look and feel very high-grade. i've been following the rocket doc's building thread on the 1350 and everyone seems to think that this ship won't fly on estes e motors, they all seem to be planning on going with 29mm composite motors. i'm a black powder motor kind of guy and totally inexperienced with high power composite motors..................so i've got an idea for a lightwieght airframe to replace the stock kit tubes. i'll start working on the prototype in a few hours and post pictures to see what you guys think. thank you estes for bringing back the fabulous interceptor........upscaled!!!
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Post your building results under the Interceptor thread in my column.
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Thanks, Doc. I'll be sure to do that. I got an Interceptor E and a Semroc Sat1B for Christmas. I think I'll build the Sat1B first. |
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Thanks Joe
We all will be looking forward to your photos. Best wishes on your building projects and have a very happy Holiday. RD |
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A small intruction guide mistake
As I was building my Interceptor E the other day I noticed that the fin
marking guide is off by 1/16 of an inch. If anyone gets this kit then watch your tube markings. If you measure the distance from the launch lug line to the sub fin lines you'll see what I mean. I contacted Estes about it and they took my name and number. 6 minutes later I got a return call from the designer. I told him the problem, he measured it and in the background I heard him say "Da**it he's right!" So they offered to send me a corrected instruction book of all things. I don't know how many are out there with the mismarked fin guide as the rocket was just released a few weeks ago. Eric S. |
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