High performance bowden links

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Having experienced two broken links - one snapped at its base while the other consistently slipped off - I devised an alternative solution. These improved connectors ensure no slippage during printing and facilitate easy removal of the Bowden tube when modifying the hot end. In addition, I have a jhead groove-mount bowden one-piece in progress, which performs excellently. To create these connectors, you will need 8 pieces of 20mm M3 bolts, 8 M3 locknuts, and 6mm OD 3mm ID PTFE Bowden tube. Utilize a 3mm/6mm drill bit to follow the instructions below: print the part twice, clean both pieces, insert one end of the Bowden tube into the mount, drill through one hole to groove the tube's edge, and secure it with a bolt. Repeat for the remaining three holes. Finally, install the connector on your printer and enjoy successful printing. After using these connectors last night, I can confirm their effectiveness. Now, it's time to recalibrate my retraction settings and print speeds for optimal performance.