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   * The backlash nut receiving the Z rod is too far to the back (probably from irregularities in the folding process of the bracket holding it). This can be solved by bringing the Z motor back, see those thingiverse attempt to fix this common problem (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2816946, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2752080, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2526607). My take on it was to make a custom adjustable bracket out of aluminum corner I had laying around https://i.imgur.com/bNhXhOz.jpg .   * The backlash nut receiving the Z rod is too far to the back (probably from irregularities in the folding process of the bracket holding it). This can be solved by bringing the Z motor back, see those thingiverse attempt to fix this common problem (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2816946, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2752080, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2526607). My take on it was to make a custom adjustable bracket out of aluminum corner I had laying around https://i.imgur.com/bNhXhOz.jpg .
 +  * issue : https://github.com/MarlinFirmware/Marlin/issues/15624
 +  * Followed the solution with the 6.8k for the inductive probe (after falling in the trap he describes) https://mertarauh.com/2017/01/18/dont-trust-the-internet-and-how-to-add-an-inductive-proximity-sensor-to-your-3d-printer-the-proper-and-easiest-way/
  
 ====Modifications : ==== ====Modifications : ====
  
 ===Purchase list=== ===Purchase list===
-  * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32967045729.html|PINDA probe]] (16.54 CAD) because, from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il9bNWn66BY|Tom Sanladerer's video]], it's the most accurate solution, and that's what Prusa uses on their machines. Install guide : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-spQEAR4zo+  * <del>[[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32967045729.html|PINDA probe]] (16.54 CAD) because, from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il9bNWn66BY|Tom Sanladerer's video]], it's the most accurate solution, and that's what Prusa uses on their machines. Install guide : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-spQEAR4zo</del> The 4 wire version i bought doesn't work with Marlin, so I bought this one then : https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01M3S37ZH/
   * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32980082706.html|SKR 1.3 Main board w/ TMC2208 UART]] (51.66 CAD) because 32 bits Marlin 2.0 + the other alternatives to make it silent are the Creality Silent Board (more expensive and more limited), the MKS Gen Board (not the smartest routing + bad open source vision) or the Duet Wi-Fi (way too expensive).   * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32980082706.html|SKR 1.3 Main board w/ TMC2208 UART]] (51.66 CAD) because 32 bits Marlin 2.0 + the other alternatives to make it silent are the Creality Silent Board (more expensive and more limited), the MKS Gen Board (not the smartest routing + bad open source vision) or the Duet Wi-Fi (way too expensive).
-  * All metal hot end for printing nylon -- still debating between the Micro Swiss and E3D V6. Micro Swiss is a drop-in replacement, E3D V6 is Prusa's choice. [[https://e3d-online.com/v6-all-metal-hotend|E3D V6]] 60 US [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32880330477.html|bracket]] 30 CAD, micro swiss le moins cher chez [[https://3dprintingcanada.com/products/cr10-all-metal-hotend-kit?variant=12699863056427|3d printing canada]]+  * All metal hot end for printing nylon -- <del>still debating between the Micro Swiss and E3D V6. Micro Swiss is a drop-in replacement, E3D V6 is Prusa's choice. [[https://e3d-online.com/v6-all-metal-hotend|E3D V6]] 60 US [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32880330477.html|bracket]] 30 CAD,</del> micro swiss le moins cher chez [[https://3dprintingcanada.com/products/cr10-all-metal-hotend-kit?variant=12699863056427|3d printing canada]]
   * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32998768008.html|Steel bed]] (44 CAD) because they do custom size + metal sheet is necessary to work with the PINDA probe + recommended surface (PEI) to print nylon.   * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32998768008.html|Steel bed]] (44 CAD) because they do custom size + metal sheet is necessary to work with the PINDA probe + recommended surface (PEI) to print nylon.
   * [[https://keenovo.store/products/keenovo-custom-designed-and-manufactured-silicone-heaters-payment-link|Silicon heater]] (46 CAD, custom quote via [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/856909633.html|Aliexpress message]]) for the new longer heatbed.    * [[https://keenovo.store/products/keenovo-custom-designed-and-manufactured-silicone-heaters-payment-link|Silicon heater]] (46 CAD, custom quote via [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/856909633.html|Aliexpress message]]) for the new longer heatbed. 
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   * Printer (banggood): 284.34   * Printer (banggood): 284.34
-Probe (aliexpress) : 16.40 +  * Probe (aliexpress) : 16.40 
-SKR Board with silent drivers (aliexpress) : 53.61 +  SKR Board with silent drivers (aliexpress) : 53.61 
-PEI+Steel sheet (aliexpress) : 55.55 +  PEI+Steel sheet (aliexpress) : 55.55 
-Microswiss all-metal (3Dprintingcanada) : 112.62 +  Microswiss all-metal (3Dprintingcanada) : 112.62 
-Tungstene carbide nozzle (dyze design) : 69.11 +  Tungstene carbide nozzle (dyze design) : 69.11 
-Noctua fans + blower (amazon) : 82.53+  Noctua fans + blower (amazon) : 82.53
  
 Money less wisely spent (bought locally in a hurry) : Money less wisely spent (bought locally in a hurry) :
  
-  Two aluminum beds (abra) : 55.86 +  Two aluminum beds (abra) : 55.86 
-  V slot rail (abra): 20.55 +  V slot rail (abra): 20.55 
-  PT100 thermistor for microswiss (abra) : 5.98 +  PT100 thermistor for microswiss (abra) : 5.98 
-  50W heater for microswiss (abra) : 8.39 +  50W heater for microswiss (abra) : 8.39 
-  OB-585 build plate (abra) : 27.90+  OB-585 build plate (abra) : 27.90
  
 So far, total : 792.84 So far, total : 792.84
  
-Still cheaper than a Prusa, I have two hot ends can swap (one for PLA, one for Nylon-CF), the Nylon-CF setup is top notch, and the controler board is the best there is, and it (mostly) fits inside my ikea box :) :) (which acts as an enclosure, necessary for nylon).+Still cheaper than a Prusa, I have two hot ends can swap (one for PLA, one for Nylon-CF), the Nylon-CF setup is top notch, the controler board is the best there is, I have autoleveling, and it (mainly) fits inside my ikea box :) :) (which acts as an enclosure, necessary for nylon). 
 + 
 +===Notes=== 
 + 
 +Would I do it again / recommend? No, too much work. When you want to go custom I realised it is better to start from the most popular base (ie, Ender 3) and if there is a simple solution out there for your custom needs (ie, silent board from creality) choose it.  
 + 
 +Am i happy with it? Yes, works beautifully!
  
 ===Links=== ===Links===
  
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_B0FLT7NHY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_B0FLT7NHY
 +https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNGN2iSQ5j4
 +https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5M7DvdMcew
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