Pivoting Compact Scotty GoPro Mount

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I needed a sleek, low-profile camera adapter for my kayak that would fit snugly without taking up too much space. I took inspiration from Prestonf's Scotty male end adapter and modeled this design based on it. It looks like it will meet all my requirements perfectly. Print this part with no support material to ensure a smooth finish. The main Scotty adapter features a sacrificial cylinder that allows for a good print and breaks off easily. I printed this at 50% infill in ABS, but I wouldn't recommend skimping on the infill since this could be subject to some shock, which might cause it to break along a layer line and potentially result in a lost camera. To assemble this adapter, you'll need two 1/4-20 bolts (one inch long for the main bolt) and two 1/4-20 nylock nuts. I used the same size bolts and simply cut them down for the camera bolt, but I think half an inch would fit just as well. The JPEG image shows the basic assembly. The two cylinders that fit on top of the Scotty post need to be stuck together after inserting the nylock nuts into their recesses and screwing up the camera end bolt into place. I used acetone to "weld" them securely, producing a very strong bond that I've tested on various parts. The part fails before the weld does. Insert the bolt through the bottom and tighten it with a screwdriver to adjust the tension on the pan. Tightening or loosening this screw will allow you to make adjustments as needed. Attach a GoPro tripod adapter, and you'll have both pan and tilt capabilities. I purchased an aluminum one from Amazon, which worked perfectly. A little Locktite keeps the camera adapter securely attached to the bolt if you use the camera to turn the entire mount.