I decided to start the new Estes Saturn V build, kit no 2157. It looks like it will be a great build, and of course most of the time will be spent on the painting when I get to that step.

I marked up the main body and third stage tubes as required and built the engine mount and centering rings. I also built the optional cradle for holding the body during assembly.

Now I'm ready to insert the mount into the main BT. It's suppopsed to recess to 3 3/8", and was wondering if anyone has modified this step to decrease the depth. I plan on using Aerotech 24mm RMS motors so I don't have to rely on an Estes D12 to get this thing off the ground and I could add nose weight if necessary. I'd just rather not have the motor recessed the full 3 3/8" into the main BT if I don't have to.

Also does anyone have any glue recommendations for the vac-formed parts. Estes recommends Plastic Weld Cement (Plastruct), Testor's Plastic Cement #3502, Tenax 7R, and Testor's or Tamiya glue pens.

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I plan ahead that way I don't have to do anything right now.

Oh by the way, I'm not here just for the "olde" rocket discussions.