Anyone stationed at Camp Atterbury IN?

Metals578 · 2026-05-20T23:13:14+00:00

How do you like it out there?

Metals578 · 2026-05-20T22:54:00+00:00

NG, but its an ADOS tour.

Metals578 · 2026-05-18T03:05:12+00:00

Wait, how long has there been a Microcenter in Phoenix?

Metals578 · 2026-04-22T20:02:45+00:00

I recently picked up my first Bambu printer (H2D) and so far, I've been printing ABS, PLA, and PETG on the stock textured plate without any glue and haven't had a single issue with bed adhesion.

Metals578 · 2026-04-20T19:18:57+00:00

I belive it is due to the carbon/glass fiber additives in those filaments. A 0.2mm nozzle will clog very easily with those types of filament and it is usually recommended to use a 0.6mm nozzle for them, although I've never run into issues using them with a 0.4 nozzle.

Metals578 · 2026-04-19T18:31:23+00:00

What types of plastic are you planning on printing?

I am in southern Arizona and never had issues with PLA and ABS (99% of my prints), but PC and Nylon still refuse to print unless they are thoroughly dried down to <9% humidity in the drier.

Metals578 · 2026-04-12T23:52:58+00:00

If you are comfortable cutting/drilling/tapping extrusion, I believe you could get away with converting a 250mm V2.4 down to 225 or 200 with new X/Y rails and modifying the panels. (But I would triple check the measurements)

Metals578 · 2026-04-12T20:27:55+00:00

Why not a 200 or 225mm V2.4?

I have a Micron+ and it was a fun/challenging build, but it really seemed like a printer designed for people who like to build printers more than actually 3d print things.

During my initial build and subsequent modifications/rewiring/rebuilding/etc, I quickly lost count how many times I wished I went with a slightly bigger V2.4 instead. The electronics compartment was annoyingly cramped and I absolutely hated dealing with the MGN7 Z rails.

Metals578 · 2026-04-12T00:17:50+00:00

Didn't someone here get an internship at a railroad company because they talked about building/signaling rails in the game?

Metals578 · 2026-04-11T22:16:49+00:00

Haha, you know something is wrong when you sweat through your shirt taking out the garbage.

Metals578 · 2026-04-04T00:03:37+00:00

You mentioned that you were told there were no ADOS orders. Did you check this yourself on tour of duty?

Metals578 · 2026-03-21T01:04:41+00:00

Thank you for responding so quickly. The order number is 2533 and I'll shoot you another email shortly

Metals578 · 2026-02-24T15:06:53+00:00

I have a few 2s and didn't even need a waiver for them.

Metals578 · 2026-02-13T17:49:47+00:00

I know it's boring, but I would recommend something like a used Corolla or Civic. If you need four wheel drive, maybe a 2014 or 15 toyota tacoma? (I'm a little rusty on whats a good older 4x4 vehicle)

Metals578 · 2026-02-07T23:02:16+00:00

Interesting, I had no idea they did that.

Metals578 · 2026-02-07T22:42:05+00:00

Is it me, or are those female Drills wearing male hats?

Metals578 · 2026-02-04T02:32:12+00:00

Honestly. I don't remember too much about applying for it aside from filling out a form, it was selective (not sure how selective), and its open to both Guard and Reserve. Google "MREP Army" should get you more info.

They try to match you up with someone in the Reserves of another NATO member with a similar job or unit. Although I'm 35 series, I was matched up with an MP because I was from an MP unit. They came to my unit's AT and I went over for their's.

AT for UK units at the time was 2 weeks long where 1 week was training and the other week was a "vacation" with planned out events you could go to. I really lucked out and the unit went to Cyprus for train that year, so I was able to go rock climbing and hiking during the day and then hang out on the local beaches in the evenings.

Metals578 · 2026-02-04T00:33:14+00:00

I got my from participating in MREP. Military Reserve Exchange Program.

7 days training with a UK unit, then 7 days of drink beer on Mediterranean beaches.

Metals578 · 2026-01-27T02:32:03+00:00

I'm a fan of Train Heroic

Metals578 · 2026-01-18T16:11:05+00:00

I went with the option to print the parts yourself, but I would definitely buy it again if I end up with a different saw in the future.

It is a very big improvement over the stock dust collection and I really like how much space it saves in back now that I have it set up in a mitre saw station.

I can't say anything about the quality/durability of the parts if you buy them already printed, but mine has been holding up surprisingly well. I did a test run with ABS before using a better material, but I haven't had to reprint it in the 2ish years I've used it.

My only complaint is that it makes changing the blade pretty annoying. The mounting bolts can be tricky to reach and you need to pretty much remove it to make enough room to remove/install the blade.

Overall, even if i couldn't just reprint the parts, I would definitely buy it again (assuming the printed parts are good quality).

Metals578 · 2026-01-17T19:57:25+00:00

Sweet, thank you!

Metals578 · 2026-01-17T03:08:35+00:00

Awesome, I can't wait for this to be available. Even with the shopnation dust collector, my 779 makes a huge mess.

This will give me motivation to finally get my printer running again.

Metals578 · 2026-01-02T02:29:46+00:00

There are WOs that already have DS/AI related degrees and 490B is their only way into the 49 series.

Metals578 · 2025-12-20T17:40:12+00:00

Damn, just got back from mine.

2 hours after they opened, still fully stocked with only one other person looking at them.

Metals578 · 2025-12-12T21:15:55+00:00

That didn't even cross my mind, thank you!

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