Reinforced Mendel X Carriage with Sturdy LM8UU Holder

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Revamped "Enhanced Prusa X Carriage with Narrow LM8UU Bracket" ideal for a Mendel and featuring more robust LM8UU bearing supports. These brackets are designed to have slight play, since LM8UU bearings are highly precise, while most printed components aren't (the distance between X-axis rods should measure 50.0 mm). Version history: Version 3 - Prolonged belt clamps for accurate belt alignment with bearings on the X-axis; split components into modules to aid troubleshooting; added diagonal stiffness via combined use of optional end holes and new reinforcements; included belt tensioner for M3 screw assembly; widened LM8UU holder by 1 mm for tolerance in bar distance during travel. Version 2 - Reinforced carriage attachments; replaced original LM8UU holders due to frequent breakage; introduced new half-cylinder holders for better grip; added tie wrap holes; disabled multiple mounting holes due to conflicting extruder screws; lengthened LM8UU holder for fit with slack; incorporated notch in carriage top for easy separation from bed using a screwdriver. Version 1 - Reoriented belt attachment; made clamps slimmer, fitting between carriage and bar; removed dual belt tensioner for stronger single design; included support bar to distribute tension across both attachments. Based on prior version: thing 173142