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Please note: Woodworking is an inherently dangerous activity. The non-woodworking techniques described here aren't all that safe, either. Sharp tools, powerful motors, big lumps of wood, chemicals, fumes, etc. can cause you serious bodily injury or even death. These pages are NOT meant as a substitute for instruction by a qualified teacher, just as an illustration of how I do certain things. I take no responsibility for any mishaps you may experience during a fit of inspiration. You've been warned.
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I needed a template for the fins. Scrap thin plywood and pencil sketches are the way to go. Cardboard works, too, I just never have any around.
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The bottom of the fins will have a slight angle because of the taper of the rocket. I use an angle guide to measure the angle….
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