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Old 07-19-2010, 08:45 AM
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Hi... Just getting back into rocketry from a stint in the '80's... Want to attach a Gearcam DVR to an Estes Big Daddy... Where is the best place to put it & how do I adjust the CG to maintain stability?

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Old 07-19-2010, 12:34 PM
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One possibility would be to trim off the rear edge (not the whole shoulder, just the bottom edge) of the Big Daddy nose cone, then mount the camera up inside with a hole large enough for the round "eyeball" to poke out. This would move the mass forward on the rocket, and would eliminate most of the drag.

You could reattach that NC bottom piece with nylon screws for protection of the camera...
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Old 07-19-2010, 02:20 PM
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Thanks, Craig...

I may try that at a later date... Mean time, since I'm on a limited budget, thought I'd try one of those key chain mini's... Do you have any suggestions for the best quality for the least $?

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Old 07-19-2010, 10:40 PM
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Thanks, Craig...

I may try that at a later date... Mean time, since I'm on a limited budget, thought I'd try one of those key chain mini's... Do you have any suggestions for the best quality for the least $?

Thanks,

Ron


Get one from rokitflite (Scott). He test's his before selling them...
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Old 07-21-2010, 09:40 AM
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Does he have an on-line store...?
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Old 07-21-2010, 11:41 AM
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I've been attaching external cams at least 2 calibers ahead of the flight CG with success. On a Big Daddy though I taped about an inch above the CG and it flew great.
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