Better Bending for Bender

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This replacement is for the articulated part of Bender (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:758305) named Link18. The new version includes a hole where an elastic cord or wire can be threaded through, improving support for Bender's legs when holding his weight. For this upgrade, use silvery elastic cord commonly used to tie small Christmas presents available at craft stores (most dollar stores as well). Thicker 2mm elastic cord can also fit with some effort. This helps keep poses in the links of the arms. To assemble, print 18 Link18 parts, secure both ends with knots then attach them inside arm and leg top-bottom sections.