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[@YakovK09]

Really glad you got back to publishing more regularly! Thanks for the info!

[@josephparsons-62015]

I'm new to 3D printing, and you've been a godsend!! Your videos have helped immensely.

[@everettbernsen46]

I got my first printer (Ender3V2) and you were one of the first channels I found to help me out with some of your guide videos. You have saved me probably hours of headaches troubleshooting and your content is Grade A all the time.

[@spencerjb05]

Thanks for your videos! Almost finished printing my mk39 on my Creality cr10v3, your vids have made the experience infinitely more enjoyable since we started at similar times :D

[@LoveSexRiot17]

I just want to say thank you so much, Frank. I stumbled across one of your videos by chance a few years ago and now I have a great hobby that has brought a lot of joy to my life. Your videos and guidance has helped so many people, it's incredible. Before I thought 3d printing was a far off dream but now I'm not only in it printing almost nonstop but also helping my friends and coworkers get into it too. You're the shit and we all appreciate your work and effort!

[@KevinMalliaTheMaker]

Once again Frank you are a mentor to this hobby. Keep making awesome videos and inspiring others👍🏽

[@EddieLopez711]

You the man ... no matter what the haters say, most didn't start like you and your still learning and expanding your knowledge and creativity...print on dude.

[@Darknight-1-]

I find it pretty cool of you to help out anyone that’s just starting 3-D printing keep up the amazing videos

[@camtron1967]

Great video man. Good to see you are uploading more regularly now

[@ktankinfinity]

Please never change the intro, it's amazing

[@WyzGyzEntertainment]

Excellent video and resource! I was among those who initially thought you had to do everything on your own. But then as I watched this I was about to ask about scaling armor to one’s body type and you touched on that as well!

[@travissheets4071]

I just got my 3D printer set up last night and a complete newbie. Subscribing to this channel for sure ! Thanks for all the info !

[@mertz7305]

As always, a wealth of information, sir!

[@Johnston212]

My first, fully completed, 3d print job was my nephew's Christmas present last year. I got 3 low poly Pokémon and a Mario surprise box off of thingiverse. I was so happy that he loved them as much as he did

[@camelvermeulen5718]

Man, there is a lot of effort put into this. I like your work

[@kirastone2601]

I’ve literally got a job just from watching your channel. Because I really wanna start 3d printing I just bought my first printer and I’m so excited to start my journey so Thankyou so so so much!!!!

[@maker_matt1023]

Your videos are amazing and a fantastic resource for a hobby newbie like myself. Thank you for all you do.

[@Larry_Is_Printing]

I have to say Nikko @ Nikko Industries makes some of the most amazing stuff. I love his work almost as I enjoy your content Frank.

[@camtron1967]

My friend asked me for the file for my suit and I was like “no I paid for this and it costs that much because of the time someone put in to make the file. If you want it go buy it”

[@devildoc778]

great info love your video about meshmixer and face grouping. i use your technique and tweaked it a little and now i can break down any STL file saving a ton of filament from support

[@noamrimon5697]

Keep up the good work! Love your videos!

[@logansellars8377]

Been waiting for this one buddy. I just got my Neptune max yesterday

[@motzartzghost]

Thank you Fank, It's always a concern of mine when parting with hard earnt cash, I have files from Alot of the sites you have mentioned. Some of the independent modelers are amazing with such an attention to detail, and the quality of thier files are far superior to some of the larger sites. As always thank you for the heads up on this matter.

[@stephenschroeder6567]

Like many other potential hobbies, 3D printing is a wide and deep rabbit hole! Because most of us cannot sculpt, we turn to robots (3D printers) to help us turn our imagination into something tangible. I am still debating with myself to learn all about not just the printing part but also the painting aspects - all of which are a very daunting mountain of information and skill to acquire, versus just continuing to purchase items made by professionals which I can then immediately enjoy. This video helped me understand where the files can be obtained. I enjoyed your presentation and appreciate the closing outtake. I have done something similar when teaching online classes. I will record a 10+ minute lecture, go to preview it, and in haste click the delete/record button versus the save button and do a face palm such as yours. (after a lot of NSFW language of course) 😧

[@carringtonrhome5081]

Super helpful! I appreciate the insightful video.

[@apachegypsy88-98]

Thank u so so so much for making this! This video was so informative!! Cant thank you enough as a new comer to the world of 3d printing!!👊🏽

[@patrinicorevelations9738]

I love yeggi and myminifactory, i was able to find so many files just by browsing yeggi without going to each of the sites i usually go to individually. I've also found some of the coolest file on minifactory like the millennium puzzle and golden sarcophagus from yugioh and the engine blade from Final fantasy XV

[@k111993]

Never heard of mesh mixer. Thank God I found this video

[@davewhite16]

Good support means a lot to me now. I bought the MARK III Iron Man Suit from DO3D, and it has pieces that have interference with no scaling. Reached out to them several times with no response. I scrapped the project and learned a $100 lesson. I will definitely use the independent modelers you mentioned going forward.

[@Ianderknight]

One of my friends thought that you had to model all of your files and if you didnt you were just lazy

[@rs.7610]

Hes partially right Its not hard to learn. Plus it feels awesome to print something you designed yourself

[@ashfox2012]

@@rs.7610I agree but not everyone has the time so there’s that

[@MOE13576]

​@@rs.7610nah, he's just an 1d!0t(not lander)

[@BenJohnsonDotNet]

3D printing itself is technically "lazy." You should sculpt a master with clay, make a fiberglass negative, then finally a resin mould. 😁

[@FranklyBuilt]

Yeah well people can have bad opinions lol 😂 that’s totally fine.

[@vummee-tech]

Thank you for sharing this really useful information. I really enjoy your videos.

[@user-uj5sz8po1l]

Thank you soo much I been waiting to find was to cosplay

[@WariceHimSelf]

Good video, thanks for the info!

[@user-fk6om4lb6t]

Very through, great presentation! I'm owner of a anycubic 6k res photon 6s, and im in need of education by people like you. Cheers brother. Obv I have like 100,000 questions to learn from anyone generous enough to bypass as many problems made as possible.

[@paulclark9075]

Tone of useful info!!! Love this channel

[@kylebalfore1574]

Great video like always! I do have an idea for a video if one has not been done as of yet. How about general and in detail maintenance you do on your machines.

[@gv100_blitz]

I love this guy, so frank !

[@cornwellwallace5041]

I like that in high school I learned how to 3d model, but it makes me so happy that we don’t have to unless we want too. Thank you Thinking about getting a printer for my dad and I

[@phreshxmetal]

Super helpful, thank you!

[@SkraevAI]

a little disclaimer about Etsy...As nice as it can be to find files from independant artists, there are A LOT of people who sell secondhand files on there. ESPECIALLY on the statue/collectible side of 3Dprinting.

[@Guillito306]

Great video! New at 3d printing, I'm not sure if you already have a video on all the different programs for different things useful for 3d printing.

[@Smurfbluedude-nq7ks]

Thank you so much for this video I have had my printer for a year and have never printed anything because I didn’t know what to do or how to print

[@TBL_stevennelson]

Great Video. I would love to keep finding creators to support and get inspiration from

[@Pixel-Cheese-Cake]

Thank you kindly for the content

[@Epicprintz]

Great info 👍 great job

[@arch3ddraftsman]

COOL! all the 3d modeling knowledge from the last 30 years working on it wont' be require. i hate when hobbies feels like work.

[@3PG-Propmaker]

I've only known of 3 of these websites cant wait to see the new files I can find

[@jayantibhaichauhan56]

excellent work

[@mavemaggulle6677]

Great video ❤

[@brianbrown4140]

Thanks for sharing! I just received my Sovol sv01 pro (thanks to you) and I was wondering what Machine settings did you input into your splicer? I'm using UltiCura and the default settings looks off. Thanks for your help. Keep up the Great work.

[@deeznuts23yearsago]

I love getting files from galactic armoury since his has always been perfect since I love Star Wars and halo

[@ghxstwow4969]

Also, it may be for kids, but tinkercad is great! After finishing a model, it may seem choppy, nut you can easily smooth it out in blender using the modifiers, just look up a tutorial. Just a tip for easier modeling.

[@kylehuston9081]

If you want to take a bit of a step up from that onshape is also a great free one

[@shabadooshabadoo4918]

Yeah tinkercad is amazing. Ive made better models on there than what was available online for free. And it takes like no time at all.

[@Torrin_Norixius]

Oh yes, Galactic Armory is so good. Currently printing his Master Chief armor files

[@mosurikutenpi3322]

2:01 timestamping for future me Btw thanks so much man, finally I can live out the absolute dream of wearing master chiefs helmet

[@JAYTHEGREAT355]

I love youre videos , really helpfull.

[@Birdman_Collectables-oj3vc]

Thanks mate this is very helpful! I am fairly new to 3d printing do you (or anyone in the community) have any recommendations on how to remove supports stuck in tricky parts, like crevices of models without damaging the model? I tried pliers and a small screw driver but it seems to make it even worse 😅 I don't want to give up on a Predator bust I printed as their might be an easier way. Keep up the great work!

[@sliven21]

Awesome video thank you! I am waiting on my 3d printer as we speak. You mentioned meshmixer. Do I need this? Thank you! I know 0 about printing right now but I will continue to watch your videos. Oh I got the egeloo neptune plus

[@Myst1crobbii]

Hii,I’m not sure how into dc you are,but I was wondering if one day you’d consider printing a costume for the future flash in the “out of time” storyline.huge fan of All your work and keep up all the great things your doing man!!

[@ori.d.gami_studios9935]

I found a mod file for a transformer figure and I think this video saved me from harming the modeler, thank you for sharing this information so I didn’t accidentally harm there business 👍

[@g3ngst889]

Hi, I am new to your channel and found this video really helpful and informative. Is the spaceX helment something you have already covered in your build, would you build one if there was greater interest?

[@Level_Up_Nation]

Funny thing about Yeggi, I got a Rocket Bunny body kit off of that, that I 3D printed.

[@briancarter5930]

Thanks, waiting for my first neptune 4 plus. been using blender for 2 years, I promise all my model pieces will be scaled to each other when i break them up. lol

[@zombiehunter1152]

I brought my yoda files off galactic armoury and their amazing files, so good for the money.

[@Chris____.]

Great Video

[@marcelbreuer6078]

youre the best thanks

[@HorrorMike.]

Hey frank, not so much 3d printing related but id love to see a video on what paint i should use for my creations

[@ChrisJohnson-tn1mo]

Ok final comment. Lol Dude! Bro! That sword at the end that is lit… Bro… lol Thats badass! Very cool looking. Video on making that is a must if you haven’t already. If I missed I missed you saying something about that my bad. I got inspired when I saw the sword lit like that. Lol

[@skyrider4789]

Frank, thanks for the "Don't Steal" PSA. 😊👏 Seriously folks, you don't want the thieve's curse!

[@Worthy_Workshop]

Unexpected mission accomplished I was technically in a frankly built video 😂

[@user-rk1sv5ny9c]

Loved the video❤😂🎉😮😅😊

[@Bigmikey78]

thank you for all the great information! My son and I are about to purchase our first 3d printer (Neptune 4 pro with a build plate that's 225x225) I've been trying to figure out what limitations and project files that that will or will not work on that printer. Are all 3d designs scalable up or down to fit an individual print plate or is there a standard these modelers use to display the Plate size required to print their free or paid items? I want to try ask these questions before finding out that maybe we picked a limiting printer. Thank you for any feedback! Cheers

[@agnimali-gg7qx]

Thanks 😊😊

[@CmdrBrannick]

Once I finally get my 3D printer, I'll mostly be printing cosplay outfits and props like an ODST outfit from Halo or a wayfinder from Kingdom Hearts as well as miniatures and organisers for various games.

[@micahellis45]

Hey boss love your videos, can you do a video on making a 3D print/vase to print waterproof? I’ve heard it’s possible but I can’t seem to find it

[@jacksons.9382]

.3mf files exist too!

[@nicksmith1415]

It's videos like this as to why you are so highly regarded

[@taiguemitchell452]

Do you have a playlist of all your tips and tricks for 3D printing

[@ArpRLB]

First time seeing your video. Very nice! I'll let you eviscerate me: I think having some 3D design skills is pretty helpful, especially if you find something that's MOSTLY what you want, but not exactly. I've designed some practical items, such has trim rings for my deck rails, an Apple Pencil holder for my iPad, stuff like that. Where it's helped is that I have some promotional items for my business. In that case, I'll use an item, then use Fusion 360 to add my information to the model (imprinting). That said, I'm trying to expand my design skills, especially with Blender, so I can do some looney tunes and other characters - I'm an animation fan. Similar to what RedDadSteve does on Printables. I agree that it's not absolutely critical, but if you don't learn at least something simple like Tinkercad, you might be limiting your option unnecessarily - something like Tinkercad is pretty easy to pick up for basic stuff. Good advice about non-printable files.

[@L30exe]

Hello Frank, love your Videos. Thanks to you I got my self into 3D print, and it was the best Decision ever. Just a small Queastion. Is there still a way to get the Sam Alexander NOVA HELMET (the one with the reattachable mouth piece), you printed a while ago? I really loved the Design of the helmet and wanted to buy the 3D Print file, but its not available CG Trader anymore, nor on any other sites (Just some Fakes using the original showcase picture, or pictures using your helmet). I still hope that there is still a way on optaining this File. Keep going by doing these Videos Frank, they`re very supportive, and helped me al lot of times. Wish u all the best 👍

[@johannmalave61]

i love your videos i just what to enter to 3D printer don't know what o what machine to bay or how to star or recomendo you have a video or recommend on what to look, tk dont stop de video i love them

[@LunaTech3D_]

Nothing wrong with paid or free files. Do your thang!

[@ajdoc2181]

Question. Do independent modelers have to pay (copyright/Trademark) licenses to use the "models" and make them??

[@seekertosecrets]

20:22 At this particular point, you can actually add in the Price is Right Lose horn effect as his expression changed. LET'S TEST THIS OUT! 30 Seconds later... YUP! Worth it! When it comes actually making your own models, it's the epitome of getting it for free. HOWEVER, it is not with out spending time and effort getting the results you want. Trust me! I know how it feels. Anything cosplay related, I can make it on my own, but time will be consumed if you don't know how to approach it or you come across a certain detailed part that will actually consume 1 whole day. I will say this as a beginner of selling my own 3d files. If you are planning to sell your models on line, please check your normals on the models to make sure that they print correctly! For example, if you wanted to print some documents like a book, you will have to print the odd pages first and the even pages last on an inkjet printer. If you mistakenly print the other information on the same side as the pages that had the information on it, it will be come unreadable! In 3d modeling and printing, make sure that all faces are shown out into the 3d space so the slicer can determine that it's an actual shell being printed when it creates the g code.

[@cheese8658]

Loved this video!! Can you please make a video about the free phase 2 clone trooper halmet in DO3d? I want to make it but im not really sure how to position the parts in my slicer

[@FranklyBuilt]

No I’m sorry lol I’m not making that helmet. I have tutorials on Meshmixer you can use to cut it

[@JustUhhMazing]

Love your videos man. I just started getting into making action figures with a Saturn S. Cant wait to get into filament as well and make larger projects your videos have been a total inspiration for me.

[@brandonsperlazza1655]

I know this doesn't have to do with files but where do you go for your visors for your helmets? And the tint.

[@KingChess602]

One thing about Blender, it's amazing because you can download a Blender file, import in in Blender, then export it to an STL or OBJ file which I'm not 100% sure, but I think that files from Blender are able to be printed. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

[@Belenorth]

how are you. I loved your video. Do you think I can print things like that with an Eleego Neptune 4? by size and print quality? greetings.

[@michaeldragon1322]

which is the best 3d printer

[@Epyon757]

One thing about Etsy that I noticed with some War Machine suits is that they never show the actual 3D model. It will be a dozen pics of the same Google image of WM in the same pose. I want to see the actual model so I know I can print all of his artillery pieces that makes WM iconic. If I’m going to spend money I at least want an idea of what I’m buying and not a stock image as a reference.

[@lovelesscosplay7864]

Question, do you know how strict contests are on 3d modeling your own files?

[@thumperkreck]

Learning how to model with also free (for hobbyists) programs (tinkered, fusion 360, etc.) is an incredible and undeniably, a talent that will always pay off if you plan to 3d print things that are very useful. Please do not invicerate me, lol.... Cheers 🍻... PS: I totally agree with scaling and models in more than one file that are purchased and, are not uniform, no doubt, unacceptable.

[@roguewolf0148]

Where can I find a book in English about mesh mixer and how to use it. Like the vid, definitely a couple more sites for me to check out 👍🏻👍🏻

[@elijahniklaustoys6534]

do you have a video on printer maintenance. like replacing thing like hotends and stuff😊

[@Cxrt3x]

Hey, I just stumble upon your channel a few weeks ago and I just watched Guardians of the Galaxy 3 in theaters, I would like to suggest a Star-Lord's mask or Gamora's sword, maybe even Drax's daggers

[@Mathew_22]

how do you make visors/lens for youre helmets? I made a halo helmet and i need to make a visor for it

[@brandonortiz5104]

So this is an amazing video, but I’m just curious do you have videos regarding making Halo or Destiny Armor and guns, I’m trying to focus on those but constantly have trouble with finding a good source as well as trying to make them

[@FranklyBuilt]

I will be doing a destiny gun soon

[@iron_sight_8727]

Ya I'm trying to save up for a good 3d scanner might just get the mole makerbot 3d scanner amazon prime day fingers 🤞

[@257nothing]

Hey Nikko, cousin, let's go bowling.

[@jackcrafts277]

Which site did you find the full armour set for the set behind you on the right?