New Stabilizer

http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1358304

 

Hmm. Why?

I can't see this really doing a whole besides costing you a bit of build height, which i guess it would just push it off

 

it makes the thread and stabilizer solid.

 

The smooth rod is the only thing that needs to be stabalized and you can just print some basic caps to secure them in the upper slots:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/p2qplbikfsjs1vm/rodcap.STL?dl=0

Though I, in general, oppose mods that reduce build volume

 

I do understand the volume. Though the stability through midrange is the goal. If you are printing tall they are made to be removed very easily, just push up. As far as one rod stabilization, the person who patents that will be very wealthy since there is always clearance required for the bearing to operate properly.