Larry: Minor edits and corrections

2026-08-03T02:16:46Z

Minor edits and corrections

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	[[File:Coyote Rocket Retro.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Coyote Rocket Retro.png\|thumb]]
	We settled on a sit in rocket and are going to lean into a more retro take. Like the rocket attached with the big fins and aiming site but again, a sit in version. A sit on, perhaps using a saddle, was considered but we ~~:heart:~~ our members and decided a sit in would just be a safer choice for the driver even if we could fit a ride on top into the rules etc.		Branko, Matt, Earl, Jerry, Sue, and Larry met on 8/2/26 to discuss our initial Holleroo derby entry. We settled on a sit in rocket and are going to lean into a more retro take. Like the rocket attached with the big fins and aiming site but again, a sit in version. A sit on, perhaps using a saddle, was considered but we love our fellow members and decided a sit in would just be a safer choice for the driver even if we could fit a ride on top into the rules etc.
	[[File:Fast Coyote.png\|left\|thumb]]		[[File:Fast Coyote.png\|left\|thumb]]
	As it is a sit in, we’re going to work on a helmet with the coyote head/face attached. The goal is to essentially attach the rest of the coyote as a plushie on the outside similar to the attached coyote only pic. Think of those trade vehicles you’ve seen where it looks like the driver is sitting on a toilet (plumber truck) but more 3D! Our entry is gonna be fast but we want our coyote to look fast even when sitting still!		As it is a sit in, we’re going to work on a helmet with the coyote head/face attached. The goal is to essentially attach the rest of the coyote as a plushie on the outside similar to the attached coyote only pic. Think of those trade vehicles you’ve seen where it looks like the driver is sitting on a toilet (plumber truck) but more 3D! Our entry is gonna be fast but we want our coyote to look fast even when sitting still!
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	A low profile base will contain the main functional chassis (wheels, steering, brakes, etc.) and the rocket will be attached to said frame. We’re going to figure out how to attach an animated roadrunner but that is still being worked out. We did decide that we’re not going to try to keep the road runner to scale, it will necessarily be smaller.		A low profile base will contain the main functional chassis (wheels, steering, brakes, etc.) and the rocket will be attached to said frame. We’re going to figure out how to attach an animated roadrunner but that is still being worked out. We did decide that we’re not going to try to keep the road runner to scale, it will necessarily be smaller.

	Materials were discussed and we’re leaning into a wooden ribbed frame for the main rocket body with a [https://www.homedepot.com/p/Glasliner-0-090-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-White-FRP-Decorative-Wall-Paneling-1-Pack-MFTF12IXA480009600/100389836 FRP Panel similar to this] covering the frame. As these aren’t available in bright red the intent is to use paint or, if that won’t work, a vinyl or car wrap type covering. The nose cone will be perforated at least on the lower side for ventilation. The frame will be steel and ~~even though not mentioned I think~~ we’ll ask Joe for input on materials specifically for the base frame. Jerry and Sue have offered up some marine plywood that should make a nice weather resistant rocket frame.		Materials were discussed and we’re leaning into a wooden ribbed frame for the main rocket body with a [https://www.homedepot.com/p/Glasliner-0-090-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-White-FRP-Decorative-Wall-Paneling-1-Pack-MFTF12IXA480009600/100389836 FRP Panel similar to this] covering the frame. As these aren’t available in bright red the intent is to use paint or, if that won’t work, a vinyl or car wrap type covering. The nose cone will be perforated at least on the lower side for ventilation. The frame will be steel and we’ll ask Joe for input on materials specifically for the base frame. Jerry and Sue have offered up some marine plywood that should make a nice weather resistant rocket frame.

	Features discussed included the ‘flame’ effect using silk/fabric. The flame will ‘exit’ a single nozzle in the center of the fins and we’re going to try to duct air that will naturally animate the flames but plan to incorporate an inline duct fan as well. This will allow for the flame effect to run while the vehicle is stationary as well as supplement the natural ducting if necessary. We also want to jazz this thing up so it’s as impressive sitting still as it is moving!! Ideas include a sound system with perhaps the iconic ‘meep meep’ and ~~I’m sure~~ we can include other cartoony sounds. Lights ~~of course~~ to augment the fabric flames and the previously mentioned duct fan to animate the flames. The road runner will be animated with whirly gig style feet. The rocket body will feature the Acme logo with a couple of stars as noted in the pics and we will put a KM logo on both sides of the vertical fins as well as perhaps a vehicle style tag ~~so that we’re street legal~~ Not vehicle build specific but Issac suggested some dynamite stick style handouts with a KM logo incorporated. Finally, all of the features should be controlled from a good old fashioned analog panel with flippy switches and such in the cockpit. Within reason everything will be made as weather resistant as possible.		Features discussed included the ‘flame’ effect using silk/fabric. The flame will ‘exit’ a single nozzle in the center of the fins and we’re going to try to duct air that will naturally animate the flames but plan to incorporate an inline duct fan as well. This will allow for the flame effect to run while the vehicle is stationary as well as supplement the natural ducting if necessary. We also want to jazz this thing up so it’s as impressive sitting still as it is moving!! Ideas include a sound system with perhaps the iconic ‘meep meep’ and we can of course include other cartoony sounds. Lights will be used to augment the fabric flames and the previously mentioned duct fan to animate the flames. The road runner will be animated with whirly gig style feet. The rocket body will feature the Acme logo with a couple of stars as noted in the pics and we will put a KM logo on both sides of the vertical fins as well as perhaps a vehicle style tag with the KM logo. Not vehicle build specific but Issac suggested some dynamite stick style handouts with a KM logo incorporated. Finally, all of the features should be controlled from a good old fashioned analog panel with flippy switches and such in the cockpit. Within reason everything will be made as weather resistant as possible.

	Tasks that were volunteered:		Tasks that were volunteered:

Larry: Initial page creation

2026-08-03T02:10:07Z

Initial page creation

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[[File:Coyote Rocket Retro.png|thumb]]
We settled on a sit in rocket and are going to lean into a more retro take. Like the rocket attached with the big fins and aiming site but again, a sit in version. A sit on, perhaps using a saddle, was considered but we :heart: our members and decided a sit in would just be a safer choice for the driver even if we could fit a ride on top into the rules etc.
[[File:Fast Coyote.png|left|thumb]]
As it is a sit in, we’re going to work on a helmet with the coyote head/face attached. The goal is to essentially attach the rest of the coyote as a plushie on the outside similar to the attached coyote only pic. Think of those trade vehicles you’ve seen where it looks like the driver is sitting on a toilet (plumber truck) but more 3D! Our entry is gonna be fast but we want our coyote to look fast even when sitting still!

A low profile base will contain the main functional chassis (wheels, steering, brakes, etc.) and the rocket will be attached to said frame. We’re going to figure out how to attach an animated roadrunner but that is still being worked out. We did decide that we’re not going to try to keep the road runner to scale, it will necessarily be smaller.

Materials were discussed and we’re leaning into a wooden ribbed frame for the main rocket body with a [https://www.homedepot.com/p/Glasliner-0-090-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-White-FRP-Decorative-Wall-Paneling-1-Pack-MFTF12IXA480009600/100389836 FRP Panel similar to this] covering the frame. As these aren’t available in bright red the intent is to use paint or, if that won’t work, a vinyl or car wrap type covering. The nose cone will be perforated at least on the lower side for ventilation. The frame will be steel and even though not mentioned I think we’ll ask Joe for input on materials specifically for the base frame. Jerry and Sue have offered up some marine plywood that should make a nice weather resistant rocket frame.

Features discussed included the ‘flame’ effect using silk/fabric. The flame will ‘exit’ a single nozzle in the center of the fins and we’re going to try to duct air that will naturally animate the flames but plan to incorporate an inline duct fan as well. This will allow for the flame effect to run while the vehicle is stationary as well as supplement the natural ducting if necessary. We also want to jazz this thing up so it’s as impressive sitting still as it is moving!! Ideas include a sound system with perhaps the iconic ‘meep meep’ and I’m sure we can include other cartoony sounds. Lights of course to augment the fabric flames and the previously mentioned duct fan to animate the flames. The road runner will be animated with whirly gig style feet. The rocket body will feature the Acme logo with a couple of stars as noted in the pics and we will put a KM logo on both sides of the vertical fins as well as perhaps a vehicle style tag so that we’re street legal Not vehicle build specific but Issac suggested some dynamite stick style handouts with a KM logo incorporated. Finally, all of the features should be controlled from a good old fashioned analog panel with flippy switches and such in the cockpit. Within reason everything will be made as weather resistant as possible.

Tasks that were volunteered:

* Branko has some scrap FRP type material and will test the adhesion/durability of paint so that we know if that is an option or whether we need to explore further.
* Earl will start scouting for suitable wheels, both steering and riding. Will also explore brake options with a desire for disk brakes for simplicity/reliability but something with suitable stopping power for ~500 lbs.
* Larry will model the rocket and base so that we can start scaling/verifying how things are going to come together in the full size version with the rules legal wheels, hollow body cockpit, etc.
* Sue is going to start researching materials for our coyote helmet and plushie body.

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