dagabu Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 I launched all of my #3 Zipps and only one CATOed, the nozzle was small and confined slightly. The remainder worked fine but the hole enlarged significantly and slowed the spin. I am thinking of pressing a clay "ring" for the nozzle to form above the spindle tip then lay in the delay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeighborJ Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 I've finally managed to make a whistle powered zipper. I had hoped that the sound would be something unusual but in the end it sounded like a normal whistle and proved to be quite dangerous. They spinnup so quick that they don't turn strait up, then when they burn into the core they shoot off at light speed at a slanted angle. I don't think I will be trying this again.😬 VIDEO0049.mp4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mixer Posted August 16, 2016 Author Share Posted August 16, 2016 I've finally managed to make a whistle powered zipper. I had hoped that the sound would be something unusual but in the end it sounded like a normal whistle and proved to be quite dangerous. They spinnup so quick that they don't turn strait up, then when they burn into the core they shoot off at light speed at a slanted angle. I don't think I will be trying this again.If you want proper performance, it`s imperative that you follow the specifications in the Zipper tutorial. If you deviate from this you could get something that performs very differently. They are small for a reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeighborJ Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 I've made dozens of your design and they work good. But I eventually got bored so I started making them in all sizes then I started making them nozzleless which turned out to be almost foolproof. Honestly I'm not sure how you could get one of these things to screw up short of Cato once the nozzle is gone. So this has been a project I pick up once and awhile to try something different. I'm not confined to strict adherence to the original design. With each modification comes new and exciting hurtles to cross and I've rather enjoyed the journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mixer Posted August 16, 2016 Author Share Posted August 16, 2016 Oh ok,I see now after careful reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Here is a 3 pound Zipper shot last week, no heading, just a test. Â 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldMarine Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Yup, gotta get back to working on those! How long was the tube? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 They were 1" ID and about 5" long, whatever I had sitting in the tube bucket for end cuts. Even a 4" long one would work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeighborJ Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 These things are sure fun, even without a salute or header. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvanblo Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Here is my cloned version: Â 34.7mm tall, 20mm x 3mm core, and I forget the exact tube ID... ~9mm I think 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mixer Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share Posted June 21, 2019 Excellent! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlking59 Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 They are pretty neat. Gone to try a few things with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvanblo Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 (edited) Here is my zinger diagram. Tube ID is 10.4 mm. Core width is 3 mm and does not taper at the top. Edited June 25, 2019 by yvanblo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 I still have half a 5 gallon bucket full of Zips from '16, no time to play with them this year as we have moved to a 40 acre homestead and I have yet to sell my old house. Ill keep this thread in mind and will update you on progress though. I may take some to Gillette with me next week to get some video for you all, though. Â See you at PGI! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 These things are sure fun, even without a salute or header.I know this is an old thread but if you come across this. What fuel ratio did you use for this? I take it you used the same tooling I have "Stingers/Zips" unless it was different 2 years ago. Did you just drill in above the spindle with the guide? I've only used the tools for the stingers I have been making. Was curious as I wouldn't mind giving these a try if it's just drilling the vent in a different spot. I see you also left a fair amount of space at the top. Was this the 3.75" tubes? If it's not to much trouble, Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 I know this is an old thread but if you come across this. What fuel ratio did you use for this? I take it you used the same tooling I have "Stingers/Zips" unless it was different 2 years ago. Did you just drill in above the spindle with the guide? I've only used the tools for the stingers I have been making. Was curious as I wouldn't mind giving these a try if it's just drilling the vent in a different spot. I see you also left a fair amount of space at the top. Was this the 3.75" tubes? If it's not to much trouble, Thanks! Edit: Was this all thrust, or was there a delay? After looking back I notice 3#. Sorry I wasn't more thorough with my observations. Would you use the same principals if you were sizing down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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