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Old 08-12-2008, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by timorley
I started getting the parts together to clone this after I saw the auction on ebay, I thought is was cool looking. Decals were a problem, but then I saw this thread. I thought I'd try to redraw the decal from the image you posted and combining elements from other decals. It's not done, and I still need to tweak the length of the bands. I know there is no way my drawing is accurate, but it's going to be close enough for me unless someone can get scans of the real decals. I also think the Enerjet Nike-Smoke (KE-3) Decal on YORP for the "United States" is the right style, but maybe too small at 4.5" long??? Assuming the Athena directions stating the large stripes are 6.5" long is correct.

I don't want to represent the attached image as a clone or copy of the Athena decal, it is my interpretation of the decal from the image Bluegrass Rocket posted. And is NOT final, it's low res, not tested, the stripes are not 100% on size, and I'm not sure of some of the elements above the "United States" graphic. I'm fairly sure of the word Payload, I'm unsure of the USA and very unsure of the "Vent", total guesses. Correct sizing aside, I'm looking for feedback on what I've done so far.

Thanks!


The decals you created look fantastic! Once you get the lengths of the striping down, they will be perfect!
I received all the BT's and the fins, CR's, and Kevlar from Semroc last Fridayfor my Athena clone; already have the NC's. Sheryl and Carl even threw in some wraps! Ordered this stuff on a Wed. along with some xkits and a GeeHod! Fabulous service, as always!!
I should be able to start my clone when I get home from vacation---last hurraw before the kids' school starts, you know!
Don't think I'll get it done by the Freedom Launch in Orangeburg, SC, though, at the end of this month! Maybe............
Allen
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