Ultimate Frame bracing, Anet A8 and more

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This is a detailed set of instructions for installing a mod on an Anet A8 3D printer. The mod adds stability to the X-axis and provides additional support to the printer's frame. Here are the instructions in a more readable format: **Materials Needed:** * Five threaded rods (24 inches long) * Two "upper Brackets" or equivalent printed parts * Bushings, spacers, and metal washers (if using) * Wood screws * M3 bolts and nuts **Step 1-4: Upper Rod Brace Installation** 1. Take one of the five threaded rods and pass it through the two large holes at the top of the printer in the back behind the display screen. 2. Mark the rod where you want to cut it, leaving a couple of inches extending past each hole on both sides for support attachment. 3. Cut the rod to length (18.5 inches in this case). 4. Install the rod with bushings and spacers on either side of both holes, securing them with nuts. **Step 5-8: Side Braces Installation** 1. Measure and cut two rods to length for each side (16 inches in this case). 2. Attach "Base2" braces to the surface using four small wood screws. 3. Install "Basepart2" on each brace as pictured, securing it with one bolt and nut. 4. Place a nut inside each top mount connected to the upper rod brace and screw in the cut-down rod. **Step 9-10: Final Assembly** 1. Secure the lower mounts of "Base2" and its "basepart2." 2. Finish bolting the rods, and you're done! **Additional Recommendations:** * Install these braces if you haven't already: + Anet A8 Brackets to Reduce X-Axis Motion by Leo_N + JAG: A8 Rear Brace + JAG: A8 Front Brace + Hulk Brace by Leo_N **Inspiration Credits:** * "BQ Prusa I3 Hephestos Frame stabilizer" by filch20049 (uses M10 rod) * "Anet A8 Frame Brace X-Axis Reinforcement" by Phonogramm (uses M8 rod) * "Frame support for Tevo Tarantula" by kisolre (uses M6 rod)