E3D on Unlocked Da VInci 1.0

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WARNING: This is the culmination of two months' hard work. Do not expect to be able to do this in a day unless you are both tech savvy and good with machining parts. Be cautious, as improper installation can lead to costly repairs. **Step 1: Prepare Your Print** Prepare your printed e3d housing v3 by attaching two 6.40mm x 6.40mm 3.4mm ID screw holders using Loctite Super Glue. Add a dab of glue in the recesses before placing them on, as it dissolves ABS plastic similarly to acetone. **Step 2: Attach LM8UU Linear Bearings** Gently slide the e3d housing onto the x-axis carriage until it moves up and down without any play (if necessary, oil the bearings). Leave the e3d housing at a spot in the middle and superglue the linear bearings to the e3d housing while it is still on the x-axis. Be careful not to get any glue on the x-axis rail. **Step 3: Assemble the Idler** Take your printed out http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:15718 idler and two idler extenders, adding them to the extruder stepper motor as shown in Pictures 7 and 8. You will need long black screws and springs (salvage these from a DV1 stock x-carriage). **Step 4: Attach the Stepperplate v2** Attach your printed out stepperplatev2 to the e3d hotend, using the included groves or sand/dremel them slightly for better fit. Make sure it is securely attached. **Step 5: Add PTFE Tubing and Secure It** Insert a bit of PTFE tubing as shown in Pictures 9-11. Then, attach the stepper motor cover by sliding it on and screwing it into place (Pictures 12 and 15). **Step 6: Ziptie e3d Housing to X-Belt** Finally, slide the x-axis rail onto the e3d housing (Picture 16), then ziptie it in place.