X-Carve 1000 soon to be ready

[GeoffSteer]

I haven’t done any stiffening mod as yet but I’m planning to apply this X axis mod tomorrow.

A 30 minute x-axis mod to reduce chatter

My feed rates were limited by chatter with the stock 300W spindle. I just upgraded to an 800W GMT spindle and wanted to stiffen the x-rail at the same time. I inserted M5 50mm hex cap bolts vertically in the gap between the x-axis maker slides. They are a perfect fit for the gap. I used 5 bolts spaced about every 6.25". [image] I used a small washer on top (any larger would interfere with the idler wheels), and used a larger washer on the bottom. It is important to use washers which will not …