Construction has commenced.   Updates will appear as soon as they are available.

Cutting the Tubes:

The tubes were marked using an aluminum yard stick and then measured to their appropriate lengths.  Two hose clamps were then put together and taped in place before being tightened.  Then a x-acto knife was used to cut along the hose clamp.  After the tubes were cut, the outer layer of cardboard, which had a waxy coating, was peeled off, revealing the rough cardboard below. 

Below are some pictures of the tube marking and cutting process:

Airframe Reinforcement and preparation:

After the tubes were cut to length and the waxy outer layer was removed, the tubes were reinforced with one layer of Aerosleeves (10 oz. fiberglass).  After the epoxy became tacky (approximately 2 hours per tube), the ends were cut smooth using a razor blade. Then, once the tubes had fully cured, each end was sanded straight and smooth.  The fiberglass weave was filled using watered down wood filler and sanded several times until the airframe was smooth. 

They are now quite strong and should withstand any stress encountered during flight. 

Pictures are forthcoming.

Fins:

Centering Rings and Bulkheads:

The centering rings and bulkheads were cut out of 3/4" 12-ply finish grade plywood using a RotoZip circle cutter and were then sanded smooth using a drill press, a bolt, a lock washer, two nuts, and a file.  The center holes were also cut using a RotoZip.

Pictures are forthcoming.

Booster Airframe: