00:00If you're still running the stock white PTFE tubing and plastic extruder gears that came with
00:04your printer, you are honestly leaving print quality on the table. I've been digging through
00:09the parts bins to find the best deals on Amazon for the top 5 extruder gears and PTFE tubing
00:14upgrades, and these 5 picks are absolute steals that will seriously tighten up your extrusion
00:19and reduce friction. Let's get into it. First up, we have a staple for Ender and CR10 owners,
00:26the Capricorn 1M XS Series PTFE Bowden Tubing Kit. This is the go-to upgrade because the XS Series
00:33has a much tighter internal diameter than stock tubing, which drastically reduces the wiggle
00:37room for your filament. That means better retraction and way less stringing. It comes with 2 PC4M6 and
00:452 PC4M10 fittings, plus a cutter, so you have everything you need for the swap. For just $7.02,
00:52and with nearly 5,000 sold at a 4.8 rating, this is a no-brainer reliability upgrade.
00:58Next, if you're running a Prusa or a DIY rig with a BMG setup, check out this dual-drive gear
01:04hardened steel upgrade feed gear extruder kit. The big win here is the hardened steel dual-drive
01:09gears, they bite into the filament much better than the stock brass ones, giving you consistent
01:14flow without slipping, especially with flexible filaments. The kit is super compact and easy to
01:20install. At only $3.34, it's a crazy cheap way to get a 5-star rated performance boost,
01:27seriously, it has a perfect rating for a reason. Moving on to the premium option,
01:32we have the Creality Capricorn Bowden PTFE Tubing in that classic blue color.
01:37This is the 1-meter or 2-meter roll of the good stuff, imported from Japan.
01:42It's designed for 1.75mm filament and offers that premium low-friction surface that helps prevent
01:48heat creep and clogging. If you want the peace of mind of genuine Capricorn quality for your Ender or
01:54CR Series machine, this is the way to go. It's a bit more at $16.78, but it's a 5
02:00-star product that
02:01will last you a long time. If you're looking for a budget-friendly way to replace worn-out tubing,
02:07grab this Creality 3D Printer PTFE Tube. This is the standard blue Bowden tubing for 1.75mm filament,
02:15and it's a direct fit for the Ender and CR Series. It's sold in 1-meter or 2-meter lengths,
02:21so you can cut it to the exact size you need for your specific setup. It's a simple,
02:26effective maintenance part that keeps your printer running smoothly. For just $4.03,
02:32it's a solid value pick with a 4.9 rating. Finally, we have another excellent option for
02:38the DIY Crowd, the Dual Drive Gear Extruder Kit with Hardened Steel Gears. This is essentially the
02:44same great upgrade as the Prusa Kit, giving you the Dual Drive Grip for better filament control,
02:49but it's priced slightly lower. If you need to upgrade your extruder tension or replace a broken
02:54plastic arm, this kit has the hardened steel feed gears you need to push filament reliably.
02:59At $3.15, it is an absolute bargain and holds a perfect 5-star rating from the community.
03:07Alright, guys, all the links for these upgrades are in the description below so you can grab them
03:11easily. If this helped you decide what to print with next, please hit the like button and subscribe
03:17for more 3D printing tips and reviews. Thanks for watching and happy printing!
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