500mm CoreXY Rat Rig V-Core 4 IDEX Frame Build - Extrusion Preparation - Part 1

Learn to prepare aluminum extrusions for building a massive 500mm Rat Rig V-Core 4 IDEX CoreXY 3D printer frame in this comprehensive 53-minute tutorial. Master the essential pre-assembly steps including proper preparation of 2020 and 3030 aluminum extrusions, correct insertion techniques for T-nuts, brackets, and hardware, and discover the recommended tools for achieving a clean, frustration-free frame build. Understand why thorough preparation work is crucial for smoother, faster, and more accurate full frame assembly in subsequent build phases. Gain insights into the specific challenges and considerations when working with large-format CoreXY printer frames, and prepare for the complete frame assembly and motion system installation covered in the follow-up tutorial.