<![CDATA[SoliForum - 3D Printing Community — How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/topic/6061/how-much-for-solidoodle-2/ Wed, 23 Apr 2014 03:41:37 +0000 PunBB <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/54835/#p54835 Rocketman wrote:

This still seems too complex. The latter link looks like a temperary fix that requires I print parts for it which I don't like doing in general but also without the fix I can't print anything very well unless it has zero infill. The first link talks of parts and pieces I'm completely unfamilar with. sad

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]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2014 03:41:37 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/54835/#p54835 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/54833/#p54833 lawsy wrote:

Then sell the thing but don't buy another 3D printer.

It seems like your not cut out for this, not because of your skills but your defeatist attitude. All 3D printers are going to need some technical attention, so buying another brand will only make you burden on their community.

OUCH!!! Yet so true.  3D printing requires a certain mindset.  If you don't enjoy tinkering, experimenting and generally trying to figure things out then maybe this isn't the right hobby for you.

]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2014 03:34:01 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/54833/#p54833 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/54802/#p54802 Then sell the thing but don't buy another 3D printer.

It seems like your not cut out for this, not because of your skills but your defeatist attitude. All 3D printers are going to need some technical attention, so buying another brand will only make you burden on their community.

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2014 22:29:58 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/54802/#p54802 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/54753/#p54753 This still seems too complex. The latter link looks like a temperary fix that requires I print parts for it which I don't like doing in general but also without the fix I can't print anything very well unless it has zero infill. The first link talks of parts and pieces I'm completely unfamilar with. sad

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2014 05:16:42 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/54753/#p54753 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53896/#p53896 Here are some links for you.

http://www.soliforum.com/topic/2990/bos … -consumer/

http://www.soliforum.com/topic/2727/fix … -consumer/

As far as rod replacement. Find a local hardware store with a M5 or M3 threaded rod of your choice. Get one longer and cut it down to desired length. get two M5 or M3 nuts for the Slop Nut link above. You will also need some M3 hex bolts and nuts to hold the slop nut thingy on. Also get a flex coupler 3mm - 5mm or 3mm to 3mm depending on your rod choice.

Let us know if you need any more help.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 14:16:52 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53896/#p53896 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53894/#p53894 Yea. I have done the 5mm rod replacement. If you want help I can link you to the threads. M5 and M3 replacement is the same with different hardware. Piece of cake really.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 14:10:53 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53894/#p53894 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53883/#p53883 There is lots of information on the forums here about how to do a full z axis replacement, everything from replacing just the 5/16 threaded z-rod, to replacing the entire assembly. It's super straightforward with basic hand tools like Stevos758 said.  And can range anywhere from $10-$70 depending on if you simply want to replace, or upgrade to something better for the z rod.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 06:43:35 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53883/#p53883 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53873/#p53873 Rocketman wrote:

the forum only gives suggestions for printing parts to screw around the Z rod, but not to repair or replace it. Nor do I know if SD sells replacements for it anyway.

Incorrect.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 04:02:31 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53873/#p53873 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53872/#p53872 I have a number of tools yes. I've replaced the hot end and some basic repairs, but the forum only gives suggestions for printing parts to screw around the Z rod, but not to repair or replace it. Nor do I know if SD sells replacements for it anyway.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 03:53:07 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53872/#p53872 <![CDATA[Re: How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53813/#p53813 Do you have basic hand tools? If you post in the help section we could walk you through it. It's fairly simple.

]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2014 14:49:40 +0000 https://www.soliforum.com/post/53813/#p53813 <![CDATA[How much for Solidoodle 2?]]> https://www.soliforum.com/post/53544/#p53544 I am not sure yet if I should try to sell my SD2. It has a major issue with Z banding and I don't have the technical know-how to do more than a temporary fix for it. It is my belief the Z thread is no longer perfectly straight up and down. I haven't found anyone willing or able to fix it for me so it seems like selling the whole thing to someone that knows how to handle this problem and just buy a new printer is the best option if the price is right. Otherwise the printer works well and I could sell it with filament and a metal hot-end if wanted.

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