07-29-2023, 10:16 AM
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Retired with Way Too Many Kits
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Colorado
Posts: 3,272
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Originally Posted by Bill
The Estes retainers all seem like clunky overkills to me. Can they be made much thinner and still be reliable?
Bill
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While kind of pricey, the Rocketarium 18mm aluminum retainers are very nice, and not too bulky. I use these on models I want to fly using the Aerotech 18/20 RMS, and welcome the added security compared to an engine hook. They are a perfect fit.
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Lee Reep
NAR 55948
Projects: Semroc Saturn 1B
In the Paint Shop: Ken Foss Designs Mini Satellite Interceptor
Launch-Ready: Farside-X, Super Scamp
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