anet a8 y-axis front bracket

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This is an easy adjustment to stabilize the front y-axis frame's instability. The 8mm all thread has some flexibility, allowing it to shift around while printing, resulting in uneven bed levels. After incorporating this fix into my printer, leveling the bed became significantly easier and print quality noticeably improved. This solution only works if your printer is placed on a completely flat surface. I've got mine situated on an off-cut piece of 30mm MDF bench top, which is extremely solid and level. UPDATE: Following several months of use, I relocated my printer and the upper hooks in this design snapped off with minimal effort. I'm now planning to develop a version 2 that will be more durable and long-lasting.