I’m (mostly) happy with my Prusa XL - This is what it took

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Check out my 2nd channel, TT Racing: https://www.youtube.com/@ttracingYT The launch of the Prusa XL was delayed and problematic. My own difficulties were documented in a previous video. I’ve now modified and upgraded the printer to the latest spec, and thankfully it is now working much better. In this video, I take you through the process and identify where the XL excels and struggles versus the competition. Thanks very much to Shane for his patience and support. This printer was purchased with my own money. All opinions expressed are my own. Prusa XL: https://www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-xl-3d-printer/ 0:00 Introduction 0:39 Recapping the state of the printer Initial testing: https://youtu.be/C1a2c-qeTQw Non-alpha firmware test: https://youtu.be/bVY3S22L4EY XL slicer update: https://youtu.be/t78T0_qSrZM 1:51 Updates from Prusa Prusa Buddy board gcode: https://help.prusa3d.com/article/buddy-firmware-specific-g-code-commands_633112 Product page with updated specs: https://www.prusa3d.com/en/product/original-prusa-xl-3d-printer-3/ 0.4mm nozzles: https://www.prusa3d.com/en/product/prusa-nozzle-brass-0-4-mm/ 3:01 Contact with Prusa 1440 Makers channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1440Makers 3:45 Filament dryness No prime tower multi-material video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLEP2anAs_A 4:47 Changes and modifications Prusa XL fan shroud by Livius: https://www.printables.com/model/622164-prusa-xl-fan-shroud Cooling fan torture test: https://www.printables.com/model/180150-cooling-fan-test-torture-test 0.4mm nozzles: https://www.prusa3d.com/en/product/prusa-nozzle-brass-0-4-mm/ Nozzle changing guide: https://help.prusa3d.com/guide/how-to-replace-the-prusa-nozzle-xl-multi-tool_506481 Prusa XL printable parts: https://www.printables.com/model/449554-xl-printable-parts Lubricating pins: https://help.prusa3d.com/guide/how-to-lubricate-the-coupler-pins-on-original-prusa-xl-multi-tool_636777 I also printed this front nozzle scrubber but I might not need it anymore: https://www.printables.com/model/644817-prusa-xl-series-front-nozzle-scrubber-including-g- 8:56 Print results 3DBenchy: https://www.3dbenchy.com/ Part cooling torture test: Mandalorian bust by iczfirz: https://www.printables.com/model/215422-mandalorian-bust-multicolor-for-mmu-ercf-palette Marlin multi material remix by Cipis: https://www.printables.com/model/5480-marlin-multi-material Boxing gloves by Mosaic Manufacturing: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3469545 Miami Heat lightbox by Geek Genius Collective: https://makerworld.com/en/models/94459#profileId-101075 Reducing AMS waste video: https://youtu.be/p3ZIM3megIU 4D Printing video: https://youtu.be/yNZ2mqYNLYI 12:36 Octoprint and webcam Octoprint setup guide: https://help.prusa3d.com/guide/octoprint-setup-on-mk4-mk3-9-mk3-5-xl_646395 Prusa XL Magnetic Camera Mount remix by Breit Ideas Incorporated: https://www.printables.com/model/789736-prusa-xl-magnetic-camera-mount-with-tripod-screw-h 3030 Cable Clip (Profile Cover) by bequ3: https://www.printables.com/model/216287-3030-cable-clip-profile-cover Octoremote app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kabacon.octoremote&hl=en&gl=US 13:39 Newest alpha firmware Firmware download: https://github.com/prusa3d/Prusa-Firmware-Buddy/releases/tag/v6.0.0-alpha 14:22 Would I recommend the XL to others? Dropped toolhead video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJiaBGvqNqQ Prusa XL announcement blog: https://blog.prusa3d.com/original-prusa-xl-first-look_58312/ 16:24 Conclusion Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5] https://3dprintersonline.com.au/ Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe. Support me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/teachingtech