Madcow Rocketry mini AGM 33 PIKE FIBERGLASS KIT User manual

Specications:
Length: 28.5”
Diameter 1.6”
Weight:12oz
Recovery: 18” Nylon Chute
Motor Mount: 29mm
Fins: 6 - 1/16” G10
Estimated CP: 21.5” from nose tip
Parts List
1. (1) Fiberglass nose cone
2. (1) Fiberglass nose cone coupler
3. (1) Pre-slotted body tube
4. (2) G10 centering rings
5. (1) 29mm motor tube
 6. (6)G10ns
7. (1) Kevlar/Nylon shock cord
8. (2) Launch Lugs
9. (1) Water Slide Decals
Optional Recovery
 1. (1)6x6”ameproofchuteprotector
2. (1) 18” Nylon chute
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FIBERGLASS KIT
AGM 33 PIKE
mini

2 ©2014 MadCow Rocketry™ AGM-33 PIKE™ Assembly AGM-33 PIKE™ Assembly ©2014 MadCow Rocketry™ 3
Please make sure you read all directions and understand how to assemble your model
beforeyoustartconstruction.Itisalsoagoodideatotestteachpartbeforeassembly.
Fiberglass parts still contain small amounts of mold release and other materials on the
surface that will inhibit adhesives and/or paint. It is important to clean each part prior
to assembly with a solution of 1 part rubbing alcohol, 3 parts water and a drop of dish
washing soap. IMPORTANT: do not sand any parts until after you have cleaned them -
youwillembedthematerialsyouaretryingtocleanmakingitdifculttoclean.
The G10 parts will have holding tabs left over from the CNC machine. These small tabs
will need to be sanded off before assembly. Before assembling any part with epoxy,
rough up the surface to be epoxied using course sandpaper. The scratches in the G10
surface will give the epoxy something to grab onto.
Step 1 – Motor Mount Assembly
Step 2 – Insert Motor Tube Assembly into Body Tube
Testteachofthensintotheprecutnslots.BecauseG10thicknessvaries,youwill
need to sand the slot to the correct width. Wrap the shock chord into a small bundle
andstuffitinsidethemotortubeforthisnextstep.Testtthemotortubeassemblyinto
thebodytubetoensureasnugt.Sandthecenteringringsifnecessary.Whenyou
aresatisedwiththet,spreadsomeepoxyontheinsideofthebodytubeandslidethe
forward centering ring of the motor assembly into the body tube. Make sure you have
the motor assembly facing the right way! Spread some more epoxy on the inside
edge of the body tube before sliding the rear centering ring into the body tube. Continue
Ensureringsareclearofthenslots
sliding the assembly inside the body tube
until the aft centering rings are just clear
ofthenslots.It’sagoodideatotestt
anineachslotherebeforetheepoxy
sets. Hold the body tube with the motor
tube assembly down until the epoxy sets.
Make sure the weight of the motor tube
doesn’tcauseittoslideoutofalignment.
Step 3 – Fin Assembly
Using a door jam or small section of angle stock, pencil a line halfway between two of
thensthatextendsfromthefronttothebackofthebodytube.Thislinewillbeused
latertoalignthelaunchlugs.Testteachofthensintotheprecutnslots.Then
shouldseatrmlyagainstthemotortube-sandeachnorslotifnecessary.Whenyou
aresatisedwiththet,applysomeepoxytotheendoftheaftntangthatwillcontact
themotortube.Also,spreadathinlayerofepoxyoneachsideofthentang.Slidethe
nintoplaceandcheckthealignment.Continuerecheckingthenalignmentuntilyou
aresuretheepoxyhasset.Cleananyexcessepoxyfromaroundthenjoint.Repeat
fortheremainingaftns.Next,applyepoxyinthesamewaytoaforwardntangand
slidetheninplacecarefullyaligningitwiththeaftn.Youcanusearulertopress
againstthe2nstomakesuretheyareinlinewitheachother.Next,applyepoxyllets
tobothsidesofeachnbyapplyingathinbeadofepoxyatthen-bodytubejoing.
Carefullysmooththeepoxylletswithyourngerbeforetheepoxysets.Alloweachllet
tosetbeforerotatingtheairframeforthenextllet.
Testtcenteringringsoverthemotormounttubeandsandmotortubeifnecessary.Also
testtthecenteringringsinthebodytubeandsandifnecessary.Spreadsomeepoxyon
the outside of one end of the motor tube and slide the ring (without the notch) until there
is approximately 1/2” of motor tube exposed. Make sure you clean the motor tube of any
epoxysoasnottointerferewiththentangslater.Aftertheaftringisdry,makeamark
1/2” from the other end of the motor tube. Spread some epoxy on the motor tube and
slide the forward ring until it aligns with the mark. VERY IMPORTANT: make sure there
is not any epoxy on the motor tube that would interfere with the n tangs later on.
Fin
Fin Tang
1/2” Exposed
1/2” Exposed
Forward Ring Notch
Push cord in corner and
tack with epoxy
The shock cord in this kit consists
of a shorter section of Kevlar and a
longer section of nylon cording. The
two sections should be tied together
using a single overhand, ring bend
ordoublesherman’sknot.The
Kevlar section will be attached to
the motor mount and the nylon
section will be attached to the nose
cone.
Wrap the end of the Kevlar shock
cord around the forward end of the
motor tube and tack in place with
CA.Makesurethecordlaysat
enough so it will not interfere with
the body tube when you slide the
motor tube inside. Apply some
epoxy to the cord to hold it in place.
Make sure the cord is secure
and will not come loose later with
ejection forces that will pull on the
shock cord.
Step 4 – Launch Lug
Mark the CP point along the launch lug line you made in the previous step. Make sure
you measure the CP point from the tip of the nose cone and NOT the end of the body
tube. Apply a small amount of epoxy on the launch lug line about ¾” long on the CP
mark. Press one of the launch lugs into the epoxy and ensure that it is aligned with the
launchluglinepreviouslydrawnonthebodytube.Youcansitedownthetubeandlook
through the launch lug to make sure it is straight. Similarly epoxy the second launch
lugabout2”fromtheaftendofthebodytube(alignedwiththeaftendofthens).Site
down both launch lugs and make sure they are both aligned. If you have a ¼” launch
rod, you can use this to ensure that both lugs are aligned properly.
Step 5 – Balance and Nose Cone Assembly
For Filamant Wound Nose one only: Epoxy the shorter coupler into the nose cone.
Insert the nose cone and coupler into the forward body tube to make sure the coupler is
aligned properly. BE CAREFUL not to glue the nose cone to the body tube.
Tie some knots in the end of the nylon section of the shock cord and lay the shock cord
onto the inside of the nose cone. Cover the shock cord with epoxy to secure it to the
inside, side or tip of the nose cone.
At this point, pack the chute and assemble the rocket. Assemble your model and insert
thelargestmotoryouintendtoy(orsimulatetheweightwithasubstitute)andensure
thattheCGisatleast1bodydiameterinfrontoftheestimatedCPpointspeciedonthe
rstpage.TheCPpointismeasuredfromthetipofthenosecone.IftheCGisbehind
the desired point, add weight inside the nose cone by pouring lead shot into the nose
conetipandaddingsomeepoxy.IMPORTANT:thismodelwillbeunstableinightifitis
not balanced properly.

IMPORTANT: always use positive motor retention to secure the motor in the motor
tube. Failure to use motor retention may allow the motor to be ejected during the
ejection charge instead of the parachute, making for a dangerous ballistic reentry.
IMPORTANT: always remember to check your balance point and ensure your CG
is forward of the recommended CG point.
IMPORTANT: Always follow the NAR safety code and remember that rockets
are not toys and can be dangerous if not prepared and used properly. If you
are a beginner, it is a good idea to y with a club or other group of experienced
rocketeers until you have gained some experience.
IMPORTANT: In no event shall Madcow Rocketry be liable for any direct, indirect,
punitive, incidental, special consequential damages whatsoever arising out of
or connected with the use or misuse of it’s products. The buyer assumes all
risk and liability resulting from ANY use of any and all products sold by Madcow
Rocketry. Your purchase and use of any Madcow Rocketry product constitutes
your agreement to and acceptance of these terms. If you do not agree to these
terms and conditions, you must return the unused product in resalable condition
for a refund or credit.
IMPORTANT: Please contact us via phone or email if you have any questions about
constructing or ying your model.
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Laguna Hills, CA 92637
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Step6–FlyingYourModel
Attachtheparachutetotheshockcordnearthenosecone.Youcanalsoattachthe
chute protector to the shock cord near the parachute. When packing your chute, wrap
the chute protector around the chute with the opening in the chute protector facing
forward. Always make sure your chute is well protected as the hot ejection motor gasses
will melt the nylon chute.