My son got an Estes rocket as a gift. We put it together last weekend and would like to launch today but last night I noticed we are missing the plugs that hold the igniter to the engine. They were there at one time, I looked and looked but can not find them. The question is do I have to have that exact plug or can I make one myself and expect it to work. I took a golf tee and cut off the tip, about a quarter inch lone, the end that sticks into the ground and right now am planning on using that with either a tiny bit of glue or maybe tape to hold it somewhat secure. Is this a recipe for failure or should this allow the engine to ignite?
Steve