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Review Oct 7, 2026 · 4 min read

Makera Z1 Pro vs C45 Steel (and a Dead Probe)

I milled a C45 steel part on a production Makera Z1 Pro. The part got done. The 3D probe died halfway and the machine still…

Build Log Aug 18, 2026 · 3 min read

5 Workshop Upgrades That Changed What I Can Build

My garage workshop used to be three cramped, mostly useless rooms. Tools were scattered, the floor wasn’t strong enough for anything serious, power was a…

Build Log Jul 19, 2026 · 4 min read

30-Ton Press Brake Repair: Fixing a Suspiciously Cheap Machine

Cheap 30-ton press brake repair build log: fixing hydraulic leaks, encoder alignment and control calibration to see if this bargain machine can bend accurately.