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    First test of FLEKS 3D build plate kit

    The bed is 10" in the X axis so the 10 X 10" frame will just fit the X. You will loose about 1" of build area on the Y axis though. The next best...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 25, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Have I missed any modifications to my Robo R1+?

    ABS should stick very well. Check your Z height to make sure it is set correctly. Make sure you are printing on the rough side of the build...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Unanswered Err: MINTEMP

    I unplugged my thermistor yesterday while readjusting my hot end and my display showed "Err MINTEMP" so it means the Ramps can't read your...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 16, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    First test of FLEKS 3D build plate kit

    Here's what I did, I mounted the frame to the glass bed (centered) with 1/2" wide Scotch double sided transparent tape applied to the rough side...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 14, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Solved Cleaning the bed

    If you would like to never have to clean your glass bed again and not have to use hairspray, glue sticks, tape, or even worry about your prints...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Experimenting with filament colorizing

    I bought the Makerbot Rep 2 5th gen model it is a little too small I think I would get the 10" x !0" for a better fit. I emailed Fleks3D and...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    hair spray tip for stick

    PLA and ABS were the only choices when us "old timers" started with our first 3D printers. I use Taulman N-Vent a lot now, but there so many more...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Experimenting with filament colorizing

    My Robo R1_Filament_Colorizer is up on Thingiverse now, If anyone wants to try it. http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1412902
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    hair spray tip for stick

    Before I got the Fleks 3D build plate I could never get anything that large to stick long enough to successfully print, of course I was using ABS,...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    hair spray tip for stick

    10 x 10 should be good for them i think. Check with FLEKS3D if you have questions.
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    hair spray tip for stick

    I believe the 10 x 10 inch (254mm x 254mm) size should fit on the Robo's bed. If they get enough requests they may make a size just for the Robo...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Solved xxl control going bananas

    This is a common problem with the XXL LCD, I had the same problem with mine from the start, the cause is electrical noise induced through the...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    hair spray tip for stick

    No more hairspray for me! I would highly recommend the FLEKS 3D build plate for any 3D printer users, It eliminates the most aggravating problem...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Have I missed any modifications to my Robo R1+?

    Thanks for the reply, I agree with your comments. The bed heater is now a non-issue for me as the FLEKS3D build plate system doesn't require...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Show and Tell
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    Partially Solved m3 stud thermistor

    Check to see if the extruder temperature setting in your slicer is set properly, and that it is turned on again after the start gcode in...
    Post by: Bil Forshey, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting