Difference between revisions of "Mini Talon Collapsible Launch Hook"

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October 2016

Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Assembly 1.2 Parts List 1.3 Print Files 2 See Also

Introduction

I wanted a collapsible launch hook for the Mini Talon because there are days without wind where I would rather use my bungee than risk a hand launch. This piece then glues on/into the fuse right up against the front wheel hump. It is additionally secured by two prongs of plastic which are buried in the hump foam.

As in my other Collapsible Tow Hook, it uses an aluminum tube for the hook part with a 3mm pivot bolt. For glue I use either white tube glue or Beacons FoamTac.

Assembly

Only four simple parts. The hook piece is made from 5/16" (8mm) aluminum tubing 35mm long with a cross drill 3mm hole at 5/16" from one end. The bolt is a 20mm M3 screw cut down to fit and the nut is a Nyloc hex nut.

Parts view

To install the hook assembly, hotwire two holes in the back of the "hump" to receive the two plastic tabs and cut a small amount of clearance for the tube. Cover all surfaces with your favorite EPO glue (NOT Gorilla glue) and press into place. Hold with a clamp or stretch some tape over until the glue is fully cured. Assemble all parts as shown.

Ready to glue

Side view of hook in launch position and collapsed.

Side view

Parts List

1x MT_Launch_Hook_v1.STL

1x M3 Nyloc Hex Nut

1x M3 x 20mm SHCS (Trim to fit)

Print Files

• MT_Launch_Hook_Files
  
  

See Also

• TBA