qwijibo
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I recently finished a new Simple Scout to replace one that was totaled while teaching someone to fly a few weeks ago. (Full power nose in on a paved parking lot, ouch!)
Since I enjoy 3D printing, I thought I’d add 3D printed landing gear. I found some plans on Thingiverse and made a few changes to mount it on the Simple Scout. As you can see in the pics and videos, it's held on with BBQ skewers and has a simple rubber band suspension to help with hard landings. It's definitely overkill for a plane this small, but why not.
I’m super happy with how it came out. I was a little concerned about the added weight, but since I use a Power Pack C, I suspect it won’t be an issue. The maiden is this weekend, so I’ll fine out soon!
Just thought I’d share, and if anyone is interested I’ll post them to Thingiverse once I make a few more changes.
Since I enjoy 3D printing, I thought I’d add 3D printed landing gear. I found some plans on Thingiverse and made a few changes to mount it on the Simple Scout. As you can see in the pics and videos, it's held on with BBQ skewers and has a simple rubber band suspension to help with hard landings. It's definitely overkill for a plane this small, but why not.
I’m super happy with how it came out. I was a little concerned about the added weight, but since I use a Power Pack C, I suspect it won’t be an issue. The maiden is this weekend, so I’ll fine out soon!
Just thought I’d share, and if anyone is interested I’ll post them to Thingiverse once I make a few more changes.
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