LePaul

I went looking for the blueprint files that used to be here and couldn't find them on here I recall downloading them and importing them into Solid Works, then exporting them into DXF format. Since I can't source aluminum in mm thickness here, I didn't do much else I tried uploading that to my Gallery but it won't let me. So I took a few screen shots in SW for you

Ah a fellow New Englander

GR5 has been very helpful (and patient!)...do the picture thing! My extruder works so good now, it was causing the coupler fitting to squeak....and all that motion popped it off the print head! So once you get it sorted out, there's no mistaking its working.

That's a very smooth surface on that part too. Very interesting

I chose to ignore nothing...there were no "hints" or "clues" An assembled dual extruder wasn't available and you kept assuring me the kit version wasn't terribly hard to do. So, I made the purchase. That being said, apparently customer service is different for different people and areas of the world. I'd never do that to someone. I'd be forthcoming. "We have a new printer out in 2 weeks that will be a significant upgrade to this" Its a frustrating experience. And I'm tired of feeling duped.

Thank you, Nic That's precisely the problem. I asked. Two weeks later, brand new printer released. Many of you are taking Ultimaker's "side" that, hey, new stuff comes out all the time, that happens, too bad, so sad. And if months had gone by, I would agree. But when the sales team admits they weren't forthcoming because they were told not to? I've shared my experience with several colleagues in IT and they are amazed that a company would do that. We're also amazed at the responses here that say "Oh bother, just sell yours and buy a new one"

I got a reply to my email today asking about why I was told certain things that have proven to be obviously false. I'm trying very hard to avoid saying I was lied to. But I did ask if this was the latest and greatest version, as well as inquiring about the option of an assembled version with the dual extruders. (I was told that was not an option and continually reminded how easy the kit is to assemble.) So, feeling I had the best product and best information available, I paid for mine on August 26. One paragraph from the official email I got today is pretty upsetting... I understand what you mean, but at the time you ordered we weren't allowed to communicate anything about the new Ultimaker 2, as we wanted it to make a surprising release. Beyond that, I was told I have a wonderful product, updates will continue to be released...and since I bought a kit, they won't take it back. (Which I hadn't asked to do) In my reply, I asked the gentleman two questions: Is an Ultimaker 2 available for a deep discount for situations like mine? And, quite honestly, I asked him how HE would feel if HE were the CUSTOMER in this situation. I understand the defenders of the Ultimaker original. Its a good product and from the reading I have done here, you have had your printers for months or even years. You've learned a lot and share that knowledge with the rest of us But for customers like myself, having a product that appears better in many ways suddenly released....while we were told no such new product existed.... its upsetting.

Yikes! Scary stuff....appreciate the heads up

Well tonight I went to print that part and had a little catastrophe of sorts. The Bowden tube popped out from the print head during the print. When I came to check on the print, I had a quite a sight! I can't seem to get it aligned into the hole quite right while everything is mounted, so I may have to remove the print head assembly from the axes. Which makes me wonder if I may as well install the second print head since I have the kit. I may not use it right off, but while apart....why not?

How are their ads misleading? I'm just pointing out that in the world of 3D printing and misconceptions, the idea a vase will quickly appear isn't accurate.

I do! If you are a military veteran, you can also get SolidWorks Student version for $20 (I did)

I thought about doing that...then realized how challenging applying the tape is going to be with those in. Hinge from the outside, maybe?

Okay that's good to know. Thanks!

Yes, I do check off the email notifications, many times I get replies while at work and on the road as a PC / Laptop / Network tech. So I see the replies as they come thru. The printer seems to be at a happy "level", having added the washers to the bottom of the springs to prevent them from slipping between the nuts (yes that reads funny) Now its a matter of learning more about speeds, temps and all that! That took close to 3 hours, not sure I am ready to do that again right off. The extruder speed...I'm running the latest firmware and asides the PLA spool turning into a giant spring at times, its feeding well. I wish CURA had a Print Preview based on the settings chosen...but then again, its hard to predict results on so many variables.

Couldn't resist trying this http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:45316 Printed pretty well, noticed a lot of little spots here and there, it could certainly be better. Temp 220 Shell thickness .8 Bottom/top thickness .8 Print speed 40mm/s

I noticed there is a link to a newer one, with room for a zip tie http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:46157

Ok, using near boiling water and dipping the part in for a second or two, I could slide the LED bar in However...it doesn't go back into shape as nicely. These are workable tho!

Youmagine seems to be slowly getting up to speed Thanks so much for that. I promised a friend I would print the Saturn 5 booster and wow, its printing great but a LOT of retracting for all the ribbing Alas I can print a part I need...this is great! Thanks!

I have a 2 hour print under way and I am noting the up/down squeak of the Bowden tube's "Quick fit coupler" Everything seems intact just fine and printing is working fine....but that squeaking...!

The simplicity of the new extruder/feeder looks impressive. Can you elaborate on it?

I've moved the location around a bit, hoping being directly under, or a little offset, would help. It hasn't. And rewinding the spool reminds me of twisting the elastic powered balsa wood airplane...it will pop off again! The spool handlers you shared look interesting.

Ok, much better this time...I think I need to fine tune the cable harness above the print head some. Just to make sure this doesn't pop off again I put a lot of time into fine tuning and checking my Ultimaker out and I'm please with how these prints came out.

This bit me since I was doing it wrong (i had used a zip tie to secure the extruder since I "thought" i had the latching right...) Pay SPECIAL ATTENTION around 35 seconds in. I wasn't pushing in far enough!

Just so you know, the second link fails