Rat Rig Mill - X Gantry Plate

Ensure that the X gantry plate is not mistaken for the Y gantry plate. The X gantry plate features M3 threaded holes along its edges, whereas the Y gantry plate does not.

Nut Block for TR8x8 assembly from the last step.

The M5 Nylon Locking Hex Nuts, must be facing away from the Y gantry plate.

Gently tighten the M5x16 Low Head Screws on the designated holes.

Do not overtighten the screws as it will cause binding in the lead screw. Tighten until the nut block is flush with the plate and add half a turn on the screws.

Thread the M5x16 Low Head Screws on the designated slot, Do not tighten this Nut Block, it will be adjusted later.

These Screws must be installed on the M5 slot in the Y gantry plate.