When I first saw the Siccario a couple months back, I knew it was a mistake because of the time and money sink! I caved and bought the frame last week along with the rest of the parts, and finally maidened it LoS last night. No footage yet, waiting to purchase the Panasonic BGH1 until I'm really confident in the frame. I know if I had the cam lying around, it'd already be bolted in and flying :)
quick maiden here, will upload some better footage once I get it tuned and flying!
I'd need to go measure it and see if I'd have the clearance...10" is def too wide if they aren't above the camera, giving me some ideas though, if it was up a bit higher, running 10" above, maybe angled out slightly to get more yaw authority, it could be a fun build. Would have to rethink my esc setup too.
Alternatively, you could just move to a frame like this:
https://shop.sculptcopter.com/store/#!/products/x811v6
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where did you get the 3d printed parts to hold the arms up ?