View source for Mini Talon Collapsible Launch Hook

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<i>October 2016</i><br>
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== 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.<br><br>

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.<br><br>

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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.<br><br>

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Side view of hook in launch position and collapsed.

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=== Parts List ===

: 1x MT_Launch_Hook_v1.STL
: 1x M3 Nyloc Hex Nut
: 1x M3 x 20mm SHCS (Trim to fit)

=== Print Files ===

:* [http://www.itsqv.com/share/MT_Launch_Hook.zip MT_Launch_Hook_Files]<br><br>

== See Also ==

:* TBA

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