I believe the Prusa will print better simply because there are less moving parts.by jolijar - General Mendel Topics
I am using the bronze bushings with abs holders. it is a tight fit on the rods if there are any imperfections on the rods it will bind. however if you get it running smoothly it should be very precise.by jolijar - General Mendel Topics
Solved the issue with the x-idler and x-mount Zip ties... It holds the part way better then the screws did. There is absolutely no play at all.by jolijar - General Mendel Topics
I have built the frame. I cut the rods according to the SAE Prusa wiki but have been following the instructions on the Metric page (as there are no instructions on the SAE page.) I have there is alot of extra material at the end is that normal? Should I cut it to match? I am waiting on my order from Mendel-parts.com and Makergear.com for the electronics, belts and heater parts. So far asseby jolijar - General Mendel Topics
Ok I have about as much experience as you with repraps but maybe I can help. This I think that this explains what you have to do. I don't have a reprap yet as I am in the process of building one. read everything there and I can try to answer your questions or hopefully someone more knowledgeable will jump in. Best of luck, Jeff Olijarby jolijar - General Mendel Topics
I just ordered the plastic parts for a SAE Prusa off of ebay. I will post my build log here as I get my parts. I already have threaded rods / hardware Stepper motors SAE Prusa plastic parts Some hot end parts (heater barrel, makerbot nozzle, PTFE bushing) smooth rod gen 6 electronics upper and lower build platforms Nophead style heater block Belts for x and y axis brass bushings for the abby jolijar - General Mendel Topics