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Constructing the Drive Towers

Before You Begin

• The parts required for the Upper Platform are:
  • Hardware:
    • 3 - Segments of T5 Belt
    • 6 - LM6UU Linear Bearings
    • 3 - M3 x 10 Socket Cap Screw
    • 3 - M3 x 20 Socket Cap Screw
    • 6 - 1 Foot segments of 6mm Smooth Rod
    • 24 - M3 x 16 Socket Cap Screw
    • 51 - M3 Flat washers
    • 27 - M3 Nuts
    • 12 - Thin Zip Ties
    • 3 - Thick Zip Ties
  • Printed Parts:
    • 3 - Carriage
    • 3 - Short Belt Terminators
    • 3 - Long Belt Terminators
  • Required Tools:
    • 1.5mm Allen Wrench
    • 2.5mm Allen Wrench
    • 5.5mm Combination wrench
    • Needle Nose Pliers
  • Recommended Tools:
    • 3mm or 1/8” Drill bit

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