Prusa i3 MK2 Z Threaded Rod Brass Adapters

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I'm redesigning the Prusa i3's X Ends, where the Z Rods connect, because I don't like the stock printed? (unidentified part) Z Rod connector that comes with them. Most Z rods come with brass fittings, which are a big improvement over the standard ones. To use the included brass fittings without re-designing and re-printing the X ends, I created these little adapters to keep the brass fitting in line. The stock parts only use 2 screws, so you can drill 2 holes using a 2.5mm drill bit and then the other 2 with nuts using a 3mm drill bit. These adapters will work perfectly with reasonable infill percentages. I plan on redesigning the Prusa X ends in the future, but for now, this is my solution. Print Settings: Printer - Monprice MP Mini Select; Rafts - No; Supports - No; Resolution - .2; Infill - 100%