Fantastic series. I've just purchased a Workbee Z1+ and couldn't have progressed (not finished yet) without your guides. One suggestion which would have made my job even simpler. Quite a few times you mention for example "add a bolt and screw on a t-nut ..." I then have to switch to Ooznest documentation to workout which bolt and t-nut needs to be used. An overlay text with the size of the nuts and bolts would've made my job a lot easier. Many thanks.
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Thank you, I appreciate your feedback the reason I didn't specify the exact bolt and nut etc is because I wanted people to refer to the Ooznest documents to get the correct bolts etc. I believe you would get a better understanding of the build and the components this way and also would allow for any changes or upgrades to bolt sizes etc introduced by Ooznest to Z1+ kits after I received and completed the video series. I hope that makes sense. Tommy
Hi Tommy. I’ve just got my Ooznest machine and am in the process of putting it together. Your assembly videos are a godsend. If I had been totally relying on their instructions, I would have been struggling. Thanks so much for taking the time to record and post them.
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Ho Robin I'm glad you find them useful good luck with the build 👍
Those extrusions look very strong, the C Shaped ones.. They're huge mate.. This is brilliant to see u can basically buy it all part by part as u want it.. Great video Tommy. Ur the 1st person I've seen go through this step by stepper.. That's a silly joke there T mate.. LOL U explain everything in greaty detail which is brilliant bcos most ppl who make vdieos keep their knowledge guarded for some daft reason but u show us step by astep Tommy so thanks for that mate. I hope the electronics is as well done as the rest of the video bcos this has been an awesme watch mate.. Take it easy pal,
Just ordered one through your link so hopefully you will get a little back, keep up the videos great work! And at least I’ll know how to put mine together when I receive mine 🙌
First class build Tommy. I've been watching your channel, but hadn't followed the playlist in order. Loving the guidance and really appreciate your efforts 👌
Getting there Tommy, Any hints as to the first CNC project you have in mind? Thanks for sharing this build process I'm getting closer to making my mind up on my own purchase unless you've managed to persuade Ooznest to send me one for my upcoming birthday? 😁
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No hints yet I'd say basic little projects first until I get used to design software etc 🙂. Go on bit the bullet and make the purchase and use my link when doing it 🤣🤣
Still here Tom, excellent video! I worry about all those screws working lose as you use the machine; how accessible are they after you put it all together? I am also concerned with saw dust getting into those tracks as you use it? How is that working out?
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Most of the screws are easily accessible, there are some that are not but I haven't had any issues with any screws becoming loose so far. As for dust in the tracks yes there will be some dust getting into the tracks I just run the vacuum cleaner on them or give them a blow with the air hose once in awhile so not really an issue
Hi Tommy just found your videos after I bought mine. Any tips on where to pit the router power cable. Did u put it in drag chain or straight up into a ceiling socket
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Hi, I put the router cable straight up to the ceiling, I will be running it with the dust extraction pipe once I add extraction properly. It is not advisable to run the cable through the drag chain as it can effect the signal to the stepper motors etc. I hope this helps 🙂
I have added my router as instructed, but have noticed that the lead screw is slightly sticking out on the x axis. Is this right or should it be flush with the bottom plate..... Cheers Rich
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Hi Rich, I presume you mean the z axis. If so the lead screw should be flush with the bottom plate if not check you have it touching the stepper motor shaft in the coupler. There isn't a gap between lead screw and stepper shaft like on the x and y axis. Hope this makes sense.
@ hi yeah just checked this and there is a gap. Is there an easy way to adjust this or will the whole z axis have to come to bits. Great videos really helpful using them alongside the oozenest instructions.
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@@gibsrich2007 you should be able to adjust while together just support the z axis from dropping open the coupler and screw up leadscrew until they touch and retighten the coupler.
Nice work! Your videos are really going to help people out during their build.
Thanks very much 🙂 hopefully people can see how straightforward the build actually is
That is looking good. Lots of bits and pieces to putting it together.
Thanks Jim 🙂 yes lots of bits but simple enough and really enjoyable
Fantastic series. I've just purchased a Workbee Z1+ and couldn't have progressed (not finished yet) without your guides. One suggestion which would have made my job even simpler. Quite a few times you mention for example "add a bolt and screw on a t-nut ..." I then have to switch to Ooznest documentation to workout which bolt and t-nut needs to be used. An overlay text with the size of the nuts and bolts would've made my job a lot easier. Many thanks.
Thank you, I appreciate your feedback the reason I didn't specify the exact bolt and nut etc is because I wanted people to refer to the Ooznest documents to get the correct bolts etc. I believe you would get a better understanding of the build and the components this way and also would allow for any changes or upgrades to bolt sizes etc introduced by Ooznest to Z1+ kits after I received and completed the video series. I hope that makes sense. Tommy
Really taking shape now Tommy and a good sized machine. Thanks for sharing
Thanks William 🙂
The blocks of wood is stroke of genius - wouldn't have thought of it but boy it made things easy. Thank you
I always look for an easy way 🙂
Hi Tommy. I’ve just got my Ooznest machine and am in the process of putting it together. Your assembly videos are a godsend. If I had been totally relying on their instructions, I would have been struggling. Thanks so much for taking the time to record and post them.
Ho Robin I'm glad you find them useful good luck with the build 👍
You weren’t joking with those t nuts on the base rails were you. 🤬
@@robinparkes988 a little patience required 🤣
Those extrusions look very strong, the C Shaped ones.. They're huge mate.. This is brilliant to see u can basically buy it all part by part as u want it.. Great video Tommy. Ur the 1st person I've seen go through this step by stepper.. That's a silly joke there T mate.. LOL
U explain everything in greaty detail which is brilliant bcos most ppl who make vdieos keep their knowledge guarded for some daft reason but u show us step by astep Tommy so thanks for that mate. I hope the electronics is as well done as the rest of the video bcos this has been an awesme watch mate.. Take it easy pal,
Just ordered one through your link so hopefully you will get a little back, keep up the videos great work!
And at least I’ll know how to put mine together when I receive mine 🙌
Excellent 👏 what size did you go for?
@ the biggest one going!
@@williamyoulad7064 same as this one then 👍
@ absolutely! I’m also going to follow your build for the table to put it on! Some good quality work you’re doing 🙏
@@williamyoulad7064 thanks Andrew 😊
I’d love to see the outtakes of the side rail assembly just finished mine:)
🤣🤣 my outtakes don't always be youtube friendly 🙂
@ understood fully😊
First class build Tommy. I've been watching your channel, but hadn't followed the playlist in order. Loving the guidance and really appreciate your efforts 👌
Thank you very much, really appreciated 🙂
Great video Tommy 👍 I'm in the market for one of these machines and that size is perfect for what I need.
Thanks Steven 🙂 you definitely won't go wrong if you go for a workbee being able to machine a full 4' ×4' is brilliant.
Brilliant Tommy it's really taking shape now learning alot from your build will definitely help me when I get mine 😀 👍
Thanks James 🙂 hope you have as much fun building yours
Coming along nicely
Getting very close now 🙂
@ it is indeed.
Nice work
Thank you very much
Getting there Tommy, Any hints as to the first CNC project you have in mind? Thanks for sharing this build process I'm getting closer to making my mind up on my own purchase unless you've managed to persuade Ooznest to send me one for my upcoming birthday? 😁
No hints yet I'd say basic little projects first until I get used to design software etc 🙂. Go on bit the bullet and make the purchase and use my link when doing it 🤣🤣
@ Oh I'll deffo use your link Sir, just need to get the boss's (Wife's) permission first!
Still here Tom, excellent video! I worry about all those screws working lose as you use the machine; how accessible are they after you put it all together? I am also concerned with saw dust getting into those tracks as you use it? How is that working out?
Most of the screws are easily accessible, there are some that are not but I haven't had any issues with any screws becoming loose so far. As for dust in the tracks yes there will be some dust getting into the tracks I just run the vacuum cleaner on them or give them a blow with the air hose once in awhile so not really an issue
Hi Tommy just found your videos after I bought mine. Any tips on where to pit the router power cable. Did u put it in drag chain or straight up into a ceiling socket
Hi, I put the router cable straight up to the ceiling, I will be running it with the dust extraction pipe once I add extraction properly. It is not advisable to run the cable through the drag chain as it can effect the signal to the stepper motors etc. I hope this helps 🙂
@ thanks Tommy I'm nearly complete on the build so hopefully start machining by the weekend fingers crossed 🤞
I have added my router as instructed, but have noticed that the lead screw is slightly sticking out on the x axis. Is this right or should it be flush with the bottom plate.....
Cheers
Rich
Hi Rich, I presume you mean the z axis. If so the lead screw should be flush with the bottom plate if not check you have it touching the stepper motor shaft in the coupler. There isn't a gap between lead screw and stepper shaft like on the x and y axis. Hope this makes sense.
@ hi yeah just checked this and there is a gap. Is there an easy way to adjust this or will the whole z axis have to come to bits.
Great videos really helpful using them alongside the oozenest instructions.
@@gibsrich2007 you should be able to adjust while together just support the z axis from dropping open the coupler and screw up leadscrew until they touch and retighten the coupler.
@ many thanks will give it a go. School boy error. Things were going far to smoothly lol
@@gibsrich2007 simple mistake but also a simple fix 👍