BETAFPV BETA85 X HD MAXPOD

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Converting an 85x to 85xhd... The saga... Printed the canopy from Beta FPV's site. Less said about that the better. Found this one instead, with more room up top to actually fit the camera, not like the other one. Found a pod, Pathfinderzero's one, and was already printing it while I changed my mind. Decided I wanted to retain the original mounting point of the VTX – didn't want it hanging out the back of the pod, preferred pin connections on the standard non-HD 85x version. Appreciate they moved it for a lower profile, but can live with the massive 8mm boost in canopy height. Set about making it happen. Instead of wasting time redrawing the whole thing, remixed this one as its excellent base. Reshaped the rear to enclose the canopy where the shelf was and extended the pod up further from the base for clearance on the turtle board and Beta 85x VTX. The print fits perfectly; no issues with the conversion. Super easy, only three cables to solder! Own an 85x and want to HD it? This is an awesome print. Go as far as saying its better than the original HD version with the shelf at the rear and the VTX on it. The original 85x VTX with Axii antenna pokes perfectly out of this pod, and the antenna is supported by the rear shell in the right place and protected. Zero jello – just a clear unobstructed view. Best thing for me: the whole thing comes apart easily for maintenance if needed. Fits its components like a glove; no stuffing or nightmare solder jobs required. Just need this pod, a Caddx Turtle v2, and the 85x to do the conversion. Build vid coming soon; most of you will work it out easy...