GPS tower for Skywalker 1900/1800/1600

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This object comprises three interlocking components that form a GPS tower and protective casing for an RC plane, specifically designed for the Skywalker 1900/1800/1600 model from 2016. Initially intended to house a small pan-and-tilt FPV camera, it was ultimately repurposed as a housing for a GPS antenna. The casing is meticulously crafted to snugly enclose a Happymodel GPS antenna powered by an M8n Ublox receiver that came with my Pixhawk clone. The casing consists of two primary components: the top and bottom parts, which are secured together with three M3 screws. To prevent interference with the antenna's magnetometer, it is recommended to use nylon screws. The bottom part fits perfectly into the tower, creating a secure and snug connection that requires minimal force to separate. When assembled, the pieces will barely come apart due to their precise fit. A 25mm M3 screw hole on the bottom part allows for easy attachment to the tower. To minimize drag, the tower features a hole through which the antenna's cables can be routed directly into the plane. If you have a Skywalker but possess a different GPS antenna, you can still utilize the tower and corresponding parts of the bottom casing to create your own custom housing. Please note that the long screws visible in the images are temporary substitutes, as I only had shorter M3 screws at the time of assembly. I will update the photos once I acquire 8mm nylon M3 screws. For optimal results, printing this object with a resolution of 100 microns yields exceptional quality. I hope you enjoy my inaugural upload to Thingiverse and have a delightful flying experience with your Skywalker!