This guide provides instructions for preparing the Fin Alignment Guide components, including taping engine casings to create a core for different rocket body tube sizes. It details how to modify Mini, Standard, and D engine casings to ensure a snug fit within the guide base.
| Maximum body tube size | BT-101 (3.983" — 101.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Compatible fin thickness | 3/32" (2 mm) or 1/8" (8 mm) |
Allow fins to set at least one hour before removing the rocket from the guide.
This guide will accommodate body tube sizes up to BT-101, which is 3.983 inches or 101.2 mm.
You must allow the fins to set for at least one hour before removing the rocket from the guide.
After applying a thin layer of glue to the root edge of a fin, you must allow it to dry for 1 minute before applying the second layer.