Bought my son his first model rocket kit. I was wondering if there is any place out there with plans for launch pad? Though maybe he would get more out of building from scratch than just buying a cheap one.
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Launch pad plans?
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Check out
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Les Kramer
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Here's a great one that is super simple, cheap, easy to make, easy to use, and sturdy enough for both model and high power rockets:
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For model to LMR stuff I've been using a mini Chad Pad for over a decade now:
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My electrical system is described at:
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Bob Kaplow NAR # 18L TRA # "Impeach the TRA BoD" >>> To reply, remove the TRABoD!
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buying a cheap one.
- Photo tripod. (Any thrift store or yard sale about )
- Drill replacement chuck ( at Ace, Lowe's, etc.)
- Rods 1/8th" - 5/8ths" in diameter, 3'- 5' long at Ace, etc. about - each.
It will be extendable, self leveling, accommodate multiple rods and anything from 1/2 A to G engines with no problem. Last a lifetime.
Randy
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Stick a 1/8" rod in the ground. Use a clothes pin to hold the rocket above the ground. Cheap and it works. . . . .
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I used to just use an empty Estes engine casing... poke out the remains of the nozzle; slide it over the rod...
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