NOTE
It says the LED bar is $40 when it's actually $12.50. Just FYI.
FOREWORD
This began back in early January when I got the frame, but I've been taking it slow since then so I can afford some really premium parts here...
So maybe you're asking, what's so "slammed" about it? Well, this is a frame with 15mm standoffs meant for 1 board and 4 separate ESCs. But since I like to push boundaries (and not read directions) I decided to shove in a 4in1 ESC instead. What could possibly go wrong? It was tight at first, but with some wire chopping and careful measuring, it all fits!
FEATURES
THOUGHTS
Longer standoffs would be nice but that means taller side plates for the camera as well. As for criticism, that's about it. I really like that Blair has a Thingiverse file for any accessories he or anyone who buys a frame designs (https://www.thingiverse.com/BRDMdesign/about). I also think a top-mounted micro is an awesome idea and I love the tiny Chameleon look this frame has. I can tell a lot of time and testing was put into this frame and it's worth every penny of the slightly-above-average price.
If I were to build this again, I would do separate ESCs for ease and maybe get a piggyback VTX since squishing this all in in front of and behind the stack was a bit challenging. Also, as much as I love the LEDs, I wouldn't buy them (he sent them free cuz he's awesome like that). They just add weight and I can't see them with goggles on. But since I have them, why not, right?
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Sweet build! Did you run a capacitor on this build? If yes, which one? Thanks.