@ Builders with multiple tables… Posted Mid Belt Y Tensioner block mod to https://github.com/aaronse/v1engineering-mods/blob/main/lowrider3/y-tension-blocks
V1E LowRider 3 mod - Mid Belt Y Tensioner Block
Purpose
Enables fast swapping of LR3 between different sizes tables, e.g. big 4’x8’ and smaller 2’x4’ table.
Files
y_tension_block_rear.stl - Download, open in slicer, create mirrored cloned, slice and print both.
y_tension_block_rear.step - Not needed for printing. Included incase you want to modify this mod
Usage
Mod has top-bottom split Y tensioner blocks enabling clamping to middle of the belt. So, the original Y tensioner block can always remain attached towards end of the belt. Meanwhile the mid belt tensioner can be quickly added and removed.
Included both bottom and top models here, but I’m only using the bottom part in my build. Am using M5 30mm bolt with M5 wing nuts (see pic below). My print is tight enough to not need the top part, or wing nut even. Early days still, so maybe the PLA will loosen up over time since my LR3 lives in an unconditioned space exposed to hot-cold weather cycles. Will mount top part if/when I experience belt slipping out from the bottom part.
LR3’s existing quick release design is great, this block is only useful for folks wanting to mount their LR3 to different sized tables/surfaces.
WARNING: Closely inspect and watch for whether belt is being damaged/worn by the mount, ensure your parts printed cleanly, and/or you did post print clean up to ensure Mid Belt isn’t damaged in a way that compromises usage on your full size table.
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Cheers!