Centuri Phoenix Bird
 

Wanting to clone this one, and have a sheet of the stickers from the Estes release to modify.
Problem is, after much searching - can't seem to come up with tube lengths.

Anyone ?

I just built the Estes version last spring. Not sure how close in size it is to the original, other than the tubing being BT-55 instead of BT-56 (ST-13). The main tube was 12" and the payload was 7".

Is reported in this thread that there is also a coupler and they derive a breakdown from some measured parts: https://www.oldrocketforum.com/show...79&postcount=21

The coupler with the wide band in the middle I think is the same one used in the UFO Invader Super Kit so has molded in details.

Measured from and open but complete and original Centuri Phoenix Bird Kit:

Main tube: ST-13, 12” long

Payload tube: ST-13, 7” long

Connector: 15/16” exposed length (yes, same coonector and nose come as used in UFO Invader Kit)


Earl

Thanks guys - I knew someone would have the info. Could not find the plans posted any of the usual locations.

Interesting about the coupler - I'd assumed it used the short 1340 style coupler as well, noting the thread linked above about the differences.

Guess I need to order a Moldin Oldies coupler, or find / design a 3d print file for one.

Thanks !

AL

Or....you can go straight for the real thing. There is one on eBay right now.

Earl

Thanks Earl..... course at 100 clams, I can buy lots of tubing and parts for that :)

AL

Understand.... Just wantin' to let you know of all the options that might be available.

Here's the instruction sheets for the original Centuri kit, if they are help to you.


Earl

...and a couple kit part images.

Earl

Thanks again, Earl .

That's one not posted online - Jim - note here are the needed scans

Will be debating how to continue, whether purist and order / make the coupler, or just add proper length and leave it be.