Z-axis upgrade for AEG/Ridgid router

[GardenRobot]

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This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at http://maslowcommunitygarden.org/z-axis-for-AEG-router.html

[Jamtek]

Adding the corrected link to @TomD’s original forum post.

Z-Axis mod with AEG/Ridgid router

I am working on my Maslow second build - MarkII and here is my take on Z-Axis [IMG_6414] First I removed a factory lead screw and plastic fixture - it was wobbly, hard to turn and allows loose movement of router. Thread is 4mm, way to coarse for z axis. [IMG_6403] Next I printed three knobs/washers to center T8 x 2 lead screw. [IMG_6404] I drilled and taped four M3 threads - be careful when drilling - very small tolerance! [IMG_6408] Next I sanded and polished holder and router to mini…