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Instruction Manual

XP Series

Model Raptor 

Welcome to quality Model Rocketry!

Congratulations  on  purchasing  one  of  QModeling's   
XP 

Series

 model rockets - the XP-RAPTOR.  The XP 

Series

  is  QModeling's  original  line  of  top  quality 

sports class model rockets.   The XP-RAPTOR was 
designed  to  leverage  existing  and  extra  parts  to 
produce a sleek and unique original kit.  Resembling 
a Nike-Ajax the XP-RAPTOR is a based on a BT-60 
size main body tube tapering to a BT-55 parachute 
compartment.   The XP-RAPTOR is over 37 inches 
tall  and  its  slender  profile  and  light  construction 
makes for spectacular high flights.  

QModeling's XP-RAPTOR is a 24mm motor design 
enabling  the  use  of  C,  D,  E,  and  F  24mm  rocket 
motors  creating  low  an  incredible  high  altitude 
launches.    It  may  seem  a  bit  early  to  speak  of 
performing a count down, but with QModeling's high 
quality  laser  cut  parts  and  easy  step-by-step 
instructions your own XP-RAPTOR  will be blasting to 
new altitudes in no time.  QModeling's engine mount, 
primary fin design, and professional recovery system 
not  only  helps  to  ensure  correct  construction  for  a 
successful first flight, but also increases  durability for 
long lasting enjoyment

Before beginning assembly please take a moment to 
read through the entire instruction manual and study 
the different figures.  It won't take long.  Doing so will 
make assembly easier and contribute to a successful 
first flight.   Remember to work slowly and follow the 
instructions as shown.  Check off boxes for each step 
have been provided to keep track of completed steps.

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WARNING!!!

A  MODEL  ROCKET  IS  NOT  A  TOY,    IT  IS 
CAPABLE  OF  CAUSING  SERIOUS  BODILY 
INJURY  AND  PROPERTY  DAMAGE.    IT  IS  THE 
BUYERS  RESPONSIBILITY  TO  BUILD  THIS  KIT 
CORRECTLY  AND  LAUNCH  IT  UNDER  THE 
NATIONAL  ASSOCIATION  OF  ROCKETRY 
SAFETY CODE.

Version 4.0

Skill Level 2

Summary of Contents for XP Series

Page 1: ...bit early to speak of performing a count down but with QModeling s high quality laser cut parts and easy step by step instructions your own XP RAPTOR will be blasting to new altitudes in no time QMod...

Page 2: ...hite Secondary Fin Gray Primary Fin US Army Decal 2X Long Stripe Decal 2X Primary Fin Decal 3X Note it is a two part decal that overlaps Gray Retro Rockets optionally paint Red Short Stripe Decal CG L...

Page 3: ...a MF designator is a Make From part This means you will be making the part from the material supplied for example the Launch Lugs Please note the Parts Ordering form in your kit Use this form to order...

Page 4: ...e entire assembly process check off steps and ensure any parallel assembly doesn t effect other assembly steps All time estimates are based on performing the assembly one step at a time Weight Weight...

Page 5: ...he Engine Mount Tube level or tilted slightly back towards the forward end us a cotton swab stick to carefully run a bead of Wood glue around the inside diameter of the tube just to the rear of the En...

Page 6: ...ng Notch Slide Ring down tube to marked location Ensure Ring is square and tack glue it here 2 2 7 r Carefully align and slip on the remaining three Engine Mount Rings 1 3 and 4 as shown The 1 ring is...

Page 7: ...he face of the Rear Centering Ring as shown Make sure the Rear Centering Ring notch is aligned with the Engine Hook and then slide it onto the front end of the Engine Mount Tube Push ring up the tube...

Page 8: ...Cord out of the way Hint Use cotton balls to help keep Shock Cord in tube Stuff Shock Cord into Tube Tie Knot Apply Glue Wrap Shock Cord around tube C A G L U E Thread Shock Cord through Ring 17 r Tes...

Page 9: ...y glue fillet around Rear Centering Ring W O O D G L U E Let glue dry Upper Lower Main Body Tube Assemblies 75 90 mins 1 r Optionally if you choose this is a good time to fill the spirals of the Upper...

Page 10: ...the tube Keeping rings square to the tube glue rings in place with CA Let the glue dry thoroughly Using Wood Glue apply fillets around the tube only the inside joints as shown 7 r Using a cotton glue...

Page 11: ...ue side is facing forward towards Lower Main Body Tube assembly and slide it down the Upper Main Body tube Press the C Ring firmly against the Forward Upper Tube C Ring and let the glue dry This ring...

Page 12: ...center of a Fin Bulkhead or Antenna as shown Quickly align to appropriate fin and press in place After the glue sets apply a thin CA bead to fin and bulkhead or retro rocket joint DON T OVER GLUE Mar...

Page 13: ...ct the Engine Mount Assembly and Main Body Tube Keeping the Primary Fin assembly square insert the fin into one of the Main Body Tube Primary Fin holes and press firmly in place Hold the fin square un...

Page 14: ...l glue sets Ensure lug remains parallel with the Primary Fin Launch Lug Note Engine Hook location Note lug is against bulkhead Apply glue Launch Lug C A G L U E Note lug is not against bulkhead Launch...

Page 15: ...parachute heat shield and snap swivel into the parachute compartment Temporarily install a E9 6 engine and attached the Nose Cone F ind the point where the rocket balances If the CG is too far back ta...

Page 16: ...mooth Be careful not to over sand any area Take your time The time you spend on this step will be the greatest contributor to your final finish BE DILIGENT AND THOROUGH 16 Lightly sand off any plastic...

Page 17: ...coats 5 r Hold the Main Nose Cone over a sheet of plastic to protect your work surface and to make sure surrounding work area won t be affected Lightly apply an even coat of White Enamel Paint to the...

Page 18: ...Optionally apply an appropriate non destructive clear coat to the entire rocket to protect decals and paint scheme Congratulations on completing your QModeling XP Model RAPTOR Finished painted XP RAP...

Page 19: ...e Shock Cord tautly out of the Main Body tube and thread it through the created hole of the bumper Push the bumper down the Shock Cord until it is located approximately 1 4 from the forward end of the...

Page 20: ...round To prevent accidental eye injury I will place launchers so that the end of the launch rod is above eye level or will cap the end of the rod when it is not in use 7 Size My model rocket will not...

Page 21: ...ted from the availably 24mm engine market is solely the responsibility of the user ACTUAL ENGINE SELECTION SHOULD FOLLOW NAR GUIDELINES INCLUDING FINAL CONSTRUCTION WEIGHT AND WEATHER CONDITIONS Corre...

Page 22: ...fer to page 15 for instructions on how to make one by slipping it past the Engine Hook Lift hook as needed to slide the spacer into the Engine Mount Tube 8 r Install engine into rocket by slipping it...

Page 23: ...r Main Body Tube flush with one end and align the template edges 4 r Secure the Secondary Fin Assembly Template together by applying two pieces of tape as shown Fin Template Fin Template Assembly Secu...

Page 24: ...ARY LOWER FIN SECONDARY LOWER FIN SECONDARY LOWER FIN T A T A P E P E 1 2 W O O D G L U E Press glue side against inside wall of tube W O O D G L U E W O O D G L U E Fold Over Fold Over Completed Moun...

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