Remixed e3d v6 bowden mount for wanhao i3 (and similar printers)

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I modified CarstenD's excellent design to suit my needs. I encountered issues with alignment to the original e3d v6 fan shroud, so I incorporated it into the carriage itself. Additionally, I added two mounting rings (and support structure) for an 18mm inductive sensor for auto bed-leveling. The entire inductive sensor package was carefully positioned inside the X limit to prevent any potential crashes into my Wanhao i3 v2 frame. This design uses nut traps to secure the fan, eliminating the need to screw directly into the fan shroud (which I found unreliable, especially over time). This design accommodates an LJ18A3-8-Z/BY inductive sensor, readily available on Amazon for approximately seven dollars. The LJ18A3-8-Z/BY includes lock washers and nuts for mounting, but I opted not to use them and saved space with this design. On the rear of the carriage, you will find two holes that should print at slightly less than 3mm. I aligned my inductive sensor, marked through the holes with a permanent marker, and used a 3mm drill bit and cordless drill to create two holes in the inductive sensor tube. Then, I screwed in a couple of M3 screws to secure it. It works perfectly! Print this design as is (face down), with supports everywhere, and preferably on a raft. The fan shroud has enough flexibility when using 50% infill (Cura's new gyroid works great!) to mount it to the e3d v6 heatsink. I'm using a genuine e3d v6 gold hotend, and I know that works. However, I cannot confirm whether or not clones will be compatible. This design includes nut traps for fan mounting which may require filing to accommodate M3 nuts, depending on their size. I didn't experience this issue as I used nylon nuts that I trimmed specifically for fitting. If you have any questions or concerns, please comment and I'll be happy to assist. Please note that my design only includes the front portion of the carriage, referred to as the fan mount in the original design it was remixed from. For the rear of the carriage and any accessories you might need, including the screw hole cap, please visit CarstenD's original design to download them.