06-28-2011, 08:22 PM
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Paper Rocketeer
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Evansville, Indiana
Posts: 1,181
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Originally Posted by Jaybird
I noticed the piece between the cone and the body wasn't quite right (notice the red lines don't line up), and the cone itself was too small, I had to make my own. Otherwise, this was pretty fun and easy. I can't imagine launching something like this, but I suppose it's possible? I think I'll make a few more, I just like the way they look.
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I'm guessing you probably had "fit to paper size" checked in your printer interface. You want to be sure to turn that off. And, yes, I fly paper rockets all the time. I even use them in competition (they are surprisingly competitive). I also like paper rockets because they are really inexpensive to build. My models usually cost less than the cost of a single T motor from Estes!
For cheap components, look for 1/8" elastic cord from any sewing supply store (Joanne's, WalMart, etc). I like Target sacks for parachutes - they make a nice chute the equivalent of an Estes chute. If you want a motor clip, you can straighten a paper clip and use that.
Greg
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