@ChrisMyers - thanks again for the list and inspiration! Completed the mod on Saturday. Basically took a day including milling new x-axis plates. I also swtiched to the “axle” method of mounting the v-wheels and created recessed pockets in the x-axis plates to further reduce flex (and torsion). And mounted an Ebay z-axis with a new Makita mount. The combination is impressive - WAY stiffer than ever before. I just finished milling a STONE flat and engraving a letter in it!
@PhilJohnson - I can’t recommend this enough (plus it will finally put an end to the crazy x-axis mods… “try glue!”)
