Ender 3 v2 Gantry Support (sliding version)

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This is a two-part version in which the tower slides in a dovetail slot forward (supporting gantry) and backward (out of the way). [<a href="https://imgur.com/rSMwv4o">video</a>] Although posted as a remix, this is actually the original design I mocked up during a Reddit discussion. After squaring and truing my E3v2, my X gantry began falling under its own weight as soon as the Z motor was disabled. Someone suggested placing a block (or even a Sharpie) under it to prevent the print head from resting on the bed. I jumped into TinkerCAD as a total newbie and gave it a shot. <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/juniorkirk">juniorkirk</a> improved my design developing a print-in-place version that folds out of the way. I'm posting this so that others can borrow from either design. <u>There are three files</u>: * both objects combined in the orientation I suggest printing them * the tower alone * the base alone The screw holes should print without supports on a well-calibrated printer capable of short bridging. The slot in the top of the tower may require support, although I managed to print it without supports.