This video shows step-by-step instructions for building the Estes "Crossfire ISX" model rocket. The video was recorded during live rocketry class sessions.
Nice work. My kit was terribly manufactured, the rings had an ID that was so small that they would not slide over the tube, at all. I literally needed to use glue to lube its path. That said, hopefully they will do a better job making these, as it's very discouraging for kids to struggle with terrible manufacturing
Question! When putting the parachute into the rocket when finished huilding do i need to wrap the strings around anything or pack anything into the base of the rocket before inserting the chute ?
The sanding sealer fills in the wood grain, giving a smoother surface with less drag (and a tiny bit of extra strength). For wood glue, I use Tightbond II or Loctite Express. They are almost identical in performance.
Looking good. My wife does crafts and wood working, so I have tried a lot of her sanding sealers. Personally I use Dope based but understand most people now use safer products. Of course, I do experiment with her sanding sealers and the best I have used to date is Pinepro Sanding sealer used for Pine Derby Cars. This stuff works great, sands easy in one hour. The worst products I have experimented with is Minwax.
You don’t do a very good job on explaining a lot of things. Like, what is “sanding sealer” and why are you using it? What is “AFT” and why are you writing it on the engine mount? You said numerous times in this video “just like we did in the previous video” as if everyone watching this watch all your videos when there’s a good chance they haven’t. Just some food for thought.
@@AllAroundTube50 Relax, big guy! You probably got all grouchy about my comment more than the person I was talking to did! I wasn’t being a dick. I was pointing a few things out giving him food for thought for future videos.
@@TheCureThatKillz - yeh nah I doubt it. Your comment just sounded like it came from someone that doesn't appreciate much, and could probably use a dictionary ('AFT' is a common word to describe the stern of a ship or tail of an aircraft). This was my first rocket build ever, with my 4-year old son - we nailed it, thanks to his video.
Thanks for making the instructions visibly understanding to a very OLD BOY!
Cant be that old if launching still lol!
Nice work. My kit was terribly manufactured, the rings had an ID that was so small that they would not slide over the tube, at all. I literally needed to use glue to lube its path. That said, hopefully they will do a better job making these, as it's very discouraging for kids to struggle with terrible manufacturing
Thanks so much. The paper instructions would never be sufficient to do what you did.
Question! When putting the parachute into the rocket when finished huilding do i need to wrap the strings around anything or pack anything into the base of the rocket before inserting the chute ?
It shows how to fold the parachute in the instructions.
What are your thoughts on cutting out the center of the parachute? Thanks
@@Darryl603 it would descend a little faster, but could increase the chances of cracking a fin.
Can you find me a link for the real paper instructions for it? I lost them.
Check on Estes web site.
have you tried a baffle on this rocket?
No. I don’t currently have any for this tube size.
What is the purpose of using the sanding sealer and what is the name of the other glue u are using not the Elmer's white one?
The sanding sealer fills in the wood grain, giving a smoother surface with less drag (and a tiny bit of extra strength). For wood glue, I use Tightbond II or Loctite Express. They are almost identical in performance.
Looking good. My wife does crafts and wood working, so I have tried a lot of her sanding sealers. Personally I use Dope based but understand most people now use safer products. Of course, I do experiment with her sanding sealers and the best I have used to date is Pinepro Sanding sealer used for Pine Derby Cars. This stuff works great, sands easy in one hour. The worst products I have experimented with is Minwax.
The epic Conan The Barbarian music soundtrack had me so stressed out. I thought I was going to cut my head off with an exacto knife.😮
Question about the swivels ... is there a certain kind to use like ... how do you determine how much force in lbs you need it to be able to take???
For small model rockets, it doesn’t really matter as long as the snap part goes on the nose cone eyelet easily.
@@REAR_rockets kk, thanks for the info
Where did you get the little pin looking things you inserted into the fins?
They are just long thin straight pins.
Thank you for such a detailed, n great video.
This realy helps our model rocket club thank you 😊
what size is the snap swivel
Possibly a #5
great video
god bless you. you saved our rocket!
our rocket didnt launch :(
You don’t do a very good job on explaining a lot of things. Like, what is “sanding sealer” and why are you using it? What is “AFT” and why are you writing it on the engine mount? You said numerous times in this video “just like we did in the previous video” as if everyone watching this watch all your videos when there’s a good chance they haven’t. Just some food for thought.
Maybe you should make a better video then...
@@AllAroundTube50 Relax, big guy! You probably got all grouchy about my comment more than the person I was talking to did! I wasn’t being a dick. I was pointing a few things out giving him food for thought for future videos.
@@TheCureThatKillz - yeh nah I doubt it. Your comment just sounded like it came from someone that doesn't appreciate much, and could probably use a dictionary ('AFT' is a common word to describe the stern of a ship or tail of an aircraft). This was my first rocket build ever, with my 4-year old son - we nailed it, thanks to his video.
Go eat some crayons