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Old 10-30-2011, 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by CPMcGraw
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Haven't simulated a Cherokee-D yet, but I expect better lift-off numbers. This engine should not be viewed as a serious BOOST engine for heavier designs; rather as a higher-performance "D" for light designs (3FNC and 4FNC variety).

Early or late production on the Cherokee-D? A late production semi-clone that I built back in 1994 drifted out of sight after a successful flight on an Estes E15-8. However, an Estes E motor of any description will require some nose weight. I am surprised that you did not simulate the old Estes Omega with an E12-0/E12-8 combo. If you really want to fly heavy models on black powder motors, I think that you would need a core or semi-core burning motor.
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