PrEnder 3 - Prusa MK3S Direct Drive Extruder to Fit Creality Printers (Ender 3, CR-10, CR10, Tevo, ANET, etc) with ABL and BLTouch Mounts

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This appears to be a log of a DIY project where the author has converted their Creality Ender printers into Prusa-like machines. Here's a summary of the updates: **Initial Setup (4/18/19)** * The author started by upgrading the Ender X with a new extruder, hotend, and motor. * They added a BL Touch adapter for mesh bed levelling. **Additions and Tweaks (5/25/19)** * The author added a WhamBam flex plate to improve print quality. * They modified the mount to reach out and grab the screw hole on the Ender X carriage. * They tested and verified the BL Touch adapter with Prusa PINDA mount for adjustable height. **100-Hour Lessons Learned (6/1/19)** * The author learned that Prusa Slic3R can be used with modified machine dimensions, and all presets work. * Dual Z is a must-have feature. * Steel wheels on the X carriage are necessary to counteract the weight of the extruder. * Wire loom needs protection against abrading on the top anchor point. * Polycarbonate wheels on the Y axis are beneficial for faster travel moves. **Mount Update (6/11/19)** * The author updated the mount to Rev J, which uses a T-nut-based Z motor mount. * They also created a new file "T Slot Motor Mount Rev B". **Linear Rail Mod** * The author used a linear rail mod from Thingiverse (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3031918). * They mounted the linear rail using the "CR-10 Mount Lin Rail Rev A" file. * This allowed them to ditch the X carriage wheels altogether. **Electronics Enclosure and Bed Chain** * The author rolled in TeachingTech's electronics enclosure design. * They also created a remix of an added bed chain (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3688967). **Final Touches (6/15/19)** * The author removed bed leveling, as it was not necessary with the WhamBam plate and polycarbonate wheels. * They declared the project complete and ready for rollout to their Ender farm. Overall, this log shows a thorough and well-documented DIY project where the author has successfully converted their Creality Ender printers into Prusa-like machines.