Welder
In my model/amateur rocket days, I thought that making my own motors would be cheaper than buying them for the high power stuff I was using. I did start, and made motors, but I found all the extra tooling, chemicals, stands, mixers and coring rods came to more than just buying a motor, it just took time and small amounts of dollars at a time. But I was trying to work within bounds and wanted the experience of making rocket motors, so I spend the money and gain the experience.
I want to build wood rotor blades following an established set of plans, and it may cost less, may cost more with tooling costs, however, I want the experience.
And yes, my rotor head is ready to start being used once I get the right length bolts. I ordered them a bit short.....LOL. I need to get the hub bar and attachments readied.
I hope this does not seem that I am being a downer, I do not intend it to be.
Curtis Scholl