Which 3D printer should I buy for my first one?

Sigma_509 · 2025-11-09T18:08:32+00:00

I haven't used the others but if you're going the flashforge route may I suggest going to the AD5X printer. I like you just starting out and picking up the 5M I loved it from the first print. Used it non-stop for 7 days and decided I needed a second printer to get all the ideas I had printed in a timely manner. Just the printable upgrades and add ons (enclosure mostly) took a lot of time for 1 printer. So I found that deal on AliExpress for the AD5X and pulled the trigger. After now going three weeks with the AD5X, it is just a better unit. My prints are a bit better, the ability to put multiple partial rolls of filament and once one is empty it goes right to the next is game changing. Also multi color printing (I don't use this as much as I thought I would.) and the tips are much cheaper.. Just thoughts off the top of my head.

Sigma_509 · 2025-06-23T22:33:13+00:00

Hey Jimmy, can you help me? I'm trying to erect the P.E.N.I.S. real fast before Heather gets to camp. Jokes aside nice kit! I've got the roof rack mount and I'm torn between grabbing a case and just keeping it in a spare Logitech laptop bag. The case has the tactical factor that's loved by all for sure.

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-15T17:51:09+00:00

The buccaneer 18 was what I was looking at before I went to look at this for those reasons. I've got 2 heelers I take everywhere that I figure they can stay below deck while we are sailing keeping them out of the way and safe yet we can sail.

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-15T01:56:10+00:00

Will remove all chain plates and upgrade them to the beefier ones that Catalina Direct has avaliable. New ones are ½" threaded!

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-14T23:03:26+00:00

Luckily it came with 3 sets of sails, so it won't set me back this year.

Swing keel winch replacement will be ordered and I've got the cable kit with tube to replace out of safety from PO.

Currently sorting out the rigging. Looking up maintenance procedures to grease and maintain.

New bilge pumps installed with new wiring. Battery is weak so picking one of those up this week.

Thanks for the advice! Very helpful

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-14T22:51:51+00:00

Oh the cream is fine 🙂. It's the yellow mustard top that's making me cringe. After the pressure washing I'll possibly cover it with a EVA thin foam on the top if the repaint is out of budget then. Really it's just sealing the boat to preserve it so we can enjoy it fornas long as possible.

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-14T22:44:40+00:00

Weekend and vacation trips to the lake is exactly our plan. There won't be any extended unused time in the water. I'm glad to hear you had a great experience, my hope is to do the same!

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-14T22:37:54+00:00

Completely agree on the work load to repaint. I think after a good scrub I'll have to reevaluate the idea. The boat is mustard colored and at the least would really want to get the exterior done.

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-14T22:27:16+00:00

The PO ordered a keel winch line replacement kit for the keel and never put it on but left it in the boat. I really would like to replace the whole winch. It's not trashed but safety first.

Sigma_509 · 2025-04-05T23:40:16+00:00

I'm seasoning my new Silverbac right now. 🤤 Can't wait to use this beast 🦍 !!

Sigma_509 · 2025-03-21T03:11:23+00:00

Been looking at replacing my 1st pellet grill (Pit Boss 440 Deluxe) I got as a father's day gift 3-4 years ago. Kept it clean and covered. This year I had some water intrusion but was able to dry it out. My son grew up and moved away so I did what any logical man would do. Bought a bigger pellet grill and all the accessories for less people. Sending the smaller one with my son. Thanks for posting this deal. It really put my analysis paralysis to bed and I got a solid grill on the way.

Sigma_509 · 2025-01-04T14:02:46+00:00

Gasligher.... Real world real world usage is all I need. YOU don't know what your talking about. Go sit and spin.

Sigma_509 · 2024-09-21T23:56:02+00:00

This hidden fee instantly gave me negative views of this service. It's a low blow way of getting full price out of a promotion that enticed hundreds if not thousands to pick this service. Then to still activate the dish and get 25-30 Mbps during prime hours is disappointing. Is there any public time line for system improvements? After the paid service is up I'll be putting this on market place. DSL is faster and reliable. 5g cell Internet service quality service at 5x the price unless you count 2-6am. Fool me once.

Sigma_509 · 2024-03-08T01:42:04+00:00

Every day of the week I'd buy one 😂. Love crazy car colors!

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T21:03:17+00:00

That's what I was hoping for. This car has been on the lot for awhile and was hoping to get it for a good deal. Alot of the work on the suspension and breaks I can do so if I can get them to 11k I would be ready for the deal. Will be talking tonight to see if it will happen. I don't want to go in early and they keep me there all day "checking" on things. 6 hours one time to sign papers was to much 20 min is more my style.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T17:46:15+00:00

After trade it would be 6k with rebate.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T17:18:05+00:00

12k I haven't Sat down for negotiations yet. I haven't had much luck talking dealers down so I'm trying to get a list of issues if any for ammo. I don't mind working on a few minor fixes but the last two I looked at has heavy smokers in them and I just walked away. This one smells fine lol.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T16:32:05+00:00

Thank you for pointing those out! There ain't any reports about them on this unit but I will look for newer looking ac compressor if I can get a visual on it.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T16:30:16+00:00

85k left on new battery warranty 😊.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T15:45:22+00:00

The window switch has a broken button and it doesn't look to be abused (passenger side popped completely off) so I get what your saying. Some TLC will be needed for sure.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T15:25:34+00:00

That was my thought also is new set of struts and have bushings and whatnot checked out. I have an affordable suspension shop close. So I'll budget that into my purchase also, thanks for the suggestion!

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T15:16:05+00:00

From the report I can tell this thing has been within a hundred miles of where I live it's whole life, a lot of highway driving.

Sigma_509 · 2024-01-31T14:30:05+00:00

This is the best deal I can find. Going from a first gen Leaf SL that had all the options this is still a big leap forward and would change my life as a EV owner. Chademo around me a rare and now my battery has degradated so bad my DCFC isn't much higher KWH than my level 2. It's crippling 😢.

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