So I was looking on West3D and found the kit I wanted, but they are out of stock. They also did not have it in 350x350. I’m guessing the only other option is to purchase everything individually rather than a kit.

So I found a basic kit from Formbot3d for $899. It is 350^3, v6 hotend, core xy, BTT Manta M8P/CB1 and canbus wiring, . I would have to print some my own 3d parts. They offer a bunch of upgrades and since I have funds to spare.

Here is the packing list of the base unit.

I pre ordered an S1 but then cancelled. I didn’t like the smaller bed. I want something larger than 300. I had pre ordered several multi colored printers too, but cancelled when I saw the waste.

Thanks for the great info! I have a bunch of questions -

So the Klicky Switch is the probe? I see there is a Clicky Clack door kit. Don’t want to confuse them.

Also, the belt tension gauge. I see some one Amazon, is any one good enough. They seem to be about $30

I don’t see anything about a extension rails for a flying gantry. I do see LDO rails, but when I pick that option it tells me “Includes 6 MGN9 rails and 1 MGN12 (recommended) - Option to choose 8x MGN9s.”

Are these kits CoreXY and self leveling?

Also the kit has options for the controller board and display, which is Octopus and Mini123864 (matched w/brand of board). That means I don’t need to order a Raspberry PI?

I was thinking about upgrading the extruder to an Orbiter 2.5, and the hotend to a Mosquito Magnum, heater to Slice 50w, Thermistor cartridge to Slice PT1000.

I know you said the default setup is perfectly fine, but I’ve been eyeing the Slice products for a while now. I’m willing to pay the extra money and go above the $1500 to have them. Do you find this overkill?

I wish the Prusa Core One had a larger print bed. I’m looking over the specs on their website and it is a nice setup.

Do you have any suggestions for upgrading the base kit? There are so many options.

I see their kit, very cool. I’m alright if I have to solder. My neighbor can help out, they have a complete workbench setup for electronics and I believe they even have the crimpers I would need.

I’m going to go for the 350mm bed. I’m tired of being limited on the build plate of the Vyper. Are there any suggestions for bumping up the base kit? I see there are a lot of options for this kit.

I’m looking at the Vorons now. I like that I can build it to spec.

So I’ve never considered a Voron before. I’m looking at it now and I went through the configurator. I have a spreadsheet of parts and links to the supplier. Do you just order all these parts from the supplier and then I put it together myself? Do I have to solder? I suck at it.

I’ve considered a Prusa. Definitely one of the best (if not the best on the market). I was sort of hoping for a larger print bed.

Yeah that’s a good deal if the small print bed is what you are needing. Just make sure you buy from a reputable seller.

I recommend buying a used/refurbished model from eBay or some other outlet. I picked up a Anycubic Vyper for $200 four years ago and even though its an older model they are easy to use, self leveling and later you can upgrade pretty much everything on it including the firmware (using Community). I liked it so much I bought a second one and was able to get a replacement motherboard from Anycubic for $40. There are other printers out there like the Ender or a Bambu you can find on eBay too. Just make sure the seller has a strong reputation and good reviews.