==== Damping the Bowden extruder for noise reduction  ====
Author: AETEK\\

Difficulty: Beginner\\

**What is this about?** \\ 
The extruder motor is heard when retracting. In order to reduce the vibrations that are transmitted to the metal frame, you can install a damping.\\


**Required Parts**
  * 1 Rubber Ring
  * Double-sided adhesive tape

The hobbyist will most likely have the parts in the tinker box

We need a standard rubber ring\\
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The ring is cut through:\\
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Unscrew the extruder:\\
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Cut off two pieces of the rubber ring that match the height of the motor bracket:\\
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Stick both pieces of rubber on double sided tape:\\
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Cut off the excess adhesive tape:\\
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Glue both rubber pieces to the back of the motor bracket:\\
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Screw the extruder back on. Do not overtighten the screws:\\
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Finished. Here is another view:\\
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Here is another view:\\
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Status: 06. July 2018: Completed