Ender 3 extended extruder plate

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I created this thing for myself, but if it helped you out, please consider a donation via http://bit.ly/Bart3d or the TIP DESIGNER button. This is an extruder plate extension for the Ender-3, designed to move the extruder further to the center of the x-axis. With the V1 mount, I shortened the bowden tube by approximately 6cm. The V3 mount allowed me to remove an additional 2cm. Uses M3x8 screws and low-profile M3 nuts to mount the plate. It also requires slightly longer M3 bolts to mount the extruder & motor. Not really a remix, but inspired by the design of zimbozapp's creation. V1: Original mount V2: Strengthened mount with added hole for a zip tie V3: Mount now sits on top of the stock plate. The extruder is rotated 15 degrees and offset slightly closer to the x-axis. The retraction test in the picture was printed with the V3 mount and 2mm retraction. Please note: My extruder motor runs warmer than normal, but not hot - just warmer. I measured it at 40c. This may be due to the stock aluminum plate acting as a heatsink. If you plan on using the extension, keep an eye on your extruder motor temperature. Use at your own risk.