FT Mini Scout Power Pod and trim

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My kids and I are early in our RC flight learning curve, and while flying mini scouts is fun, crashing is a certainty at this stage! The power pods didn't withstand our landings well, so I wanted to design my own (there are already some out there). This one features the thrust angle. It's also installed on my SE5, but I've tried it a few times and I'm just not ready for that! The exhaust parts are meant to be hot-glued to the fuselage's outer surface in place of the foam board engine components, and they hold up much better. I've uploaded a few thrust angle wedges as well to give it some downward angle that seemed necessary on the SE5. Note that I printed the power pod in ABS with 100% infill on all parts, which adds a little weight but holds up beautifully! I tinkered with the dovetails and still didn't get them perfect without a little filing. Everything interlocks nicely once filed, and I used an acetone/ABS mixture to "glue" everything together. Also, the skewer holes don't match those laid out on the plans - I just lined up the longer end with the fuselage's side and used it as a guide. The holes are designed for heavier skewers, not the skinny ones. UPDATE: I've uploaded V3 files, which have been thinned out in places to lighten things up a bit. There is also a top support, but I've grown to hate trying to plug in motor wires - it does provide support and holds the ESC well, but you've been warned!