Anycubic Kobra S1 Extruder Tension & Belt Guide | Fix Layer Lines & Extrusion Issues

Is your Anycubic Kobra S1 struggling with extrusion issues? In Episode 31, we tackle the most common problems: how to set the extruder tension screw, fixing sloppy belts, and eliminating layer lines. If you don't know what an extruder tension screw is or why your prints look inconsistent, this guide is for you! I walk you through the full disassembly, bench adjustment, and reassembly to get your printer running smoothly again. ☕ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL Like what you see? I do this at night! Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/dougdoesstuff (Note: This video is NOT sponsored. I bought this printer with my own money!) ⏱️ CHAPTERS: Intro 0:00 Why do this? 1:44 Disassemble Extruder 2:29 Extruder on Bench 9:47 Adjusting Tension Screw up close12:42 Reinstalling Extruder 14:21 Installing Cutter 20:24 Installing Hotend 22:01 Setting Extruder Tension Screw on Hotend 23:08 Belt Tensioning 28:21 Test Print and Outro 33:10 🔗 HELPFUL LINKS & PARTS RINKHALS Installer: https://jbatonnet.github.io/Rinkhals/... Nozzle Replacements (Hardened Steel): https://tinyurl.com/3842f2sp Nozzle Replacements (Brass): https://tinyurl.com/3tbbb6eh Funssor: http://www.funssorlab.com 👋 ABOUT DOUG DOES STUFF Hey, it's Doug! Welcome to Doug Does Stuff, where the only constant is change. I'm a serial tinkerer with a passion for figuring things out. From deep dives into new projects to quick explorations of random ideas, if it sparks my interest, it's fair game. Come along for the adventure! #Anycubic #KobraS1 #3DPrinting #ExtruderCalibration #3DPrinterTroubleshooting #DougDoesStuff #MakerCommunity