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Old 08-10-2003 | 07:49 AM
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Carbon rod and bras couplings-
this is one deadly combination,coupling cracked after only 3 flights.
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Old 08-10-2003 | 12:46 PM
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ill keep that in mind...
Old 08-10-2003 | 08:07 PM
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if it cracked there is too much vibration or similar

but you are right to recommend steel only

Old 08-11-2003 | 02:39 AM
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Decent grade aluminum is much lighter and just as strong.

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