Cricut Maker Rubber Pressure Roller Repair EASY FIX DIY

[@jeffgarbers9005]

Thanks so much for posting this -- you saved my Cricut from the trash. Took me just under two hours, including looking for suitable tools... I didn't have a small-enough ratchet so I wound up using a 1/4" box wrench to turn a Phillips bit. Man, this machine was not designed to be serviced, especially by somebody with large hands! But I'm back up and running here. Much appreciated!

[@theZimvideo]

I am glad it worked out! Thanks so much for supporting the channel! I think you are the 2nd person all time to make a super thanks! Appreciate it!!!!

[@micheleorrson9982]

This is definitely the best step-by-step video for how to do this. It took me a bit longer than it should have, but with my hubby and son's help, we got it done. The hardest part is those damn 7 screws that are so hard to get at! And, of course, we kept dropping the c clamps. LOL. But thank you! Very thorough and well presented! We were definitely able to follow every step.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for the support!

[@RachelColton]

This is amazing! So glad I can pay $11 for replacement wheels rather than buying an entirely new machine and chucking the one I have in the landfill. A little annoyed that Cricut doesn't offer repair services...profit over the planet : ( Thank goodness for KZbin and people who aren't afraid to take things apart!

[@theZimvideo]

So glad it was helpful!!! Thanks for supporting the channel! 🤩

[@elianalivas4390]

I was thinking the same thing. Every product that does not offer life time waranty, or at least some sort of repair service should not be allowed to operate as a business.

[@Ss-hw9wi]

Literally came across this and had it done in 35 mins. Needed something fast cs I had work to do and this video was it for me after going through so many other videos before!

[@theZimvideo]

Let's Go! Glad it worked out! Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@mrsdizi1234]

I just want to thank you for a great video. I hope Cricut sees these comments. You have done 100% more than Cricut support. I cannot see why they cannot make it accesible to fix things, they want you to re purchase another one. especially these rollers do not out last the machine itself PLEASE CRICUT.... cannot be that selfish. Therefore I thank you so much for the thorough video very clear and it worked....a pain but it worked.... last Cricut machine I will ever purchase....there is others out there just as better.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks again for supporting the channel.

[@Trinity.187]

Thank you so much for making this video. I struggled with trying to decide to spend another $300 for a brand new maker. After watching your video I was able to fix the rubber rollers myself and it was not hard as I thought it would be. It took me 40 mins from start to finish, the 7 screws were the hardest to remove and put back in. I saved money and repaired a minor fix with little cost. Thanks Again!!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@latoyaballard3090]

Thanks! I pulled (almost) all of the tools beforehand and got all the way to taking the lid cover off before a timely delay. The T9 star head screwdriver sent me on a shopping trip. Careful, the left side of the machine is a little sticky once you pop the top off. And yes, brace under, and motor bracket on top when putting it back together. They flew off so fast I had to rewatch who went first when reassembling. PS Little hands helped me to not have issues with the inside screws, a flashlight and patience took me a long way. 🎉

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for the support! Glad the video was helpful :)

[@mvmac2]

Great tutorial! The rubber rollers on my wife’s Cricut failed. She didn’t want to purchase a new one which would probably fail also. We bought the recommended parts and followed your steps. It now works better than ever. Thanks!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@michellelardin834]

Well, out of all the videos I've seen on this, yours is the most calm and orderly. It gives me hope lol! I ordered some new rollers and will give it a go along with your video. Thank you so much for doing this!Please wish me peace and calm as I work on this machine. 🙏 😅

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks, you got this! Just take it one step at a time!

[@Berga2005]

Me too. Fixing to do it now.

[@dawnbrown1163]

Seriously the best video on how to do this. My husband was terrified to take the machine and change the rollers. He was sweating buckets over it. Thanks to you my cricut is working good as new! Thank you!!!

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome that was the intention! Thanks for supporting the channel I appreciate it! :)

[@PinguisIuvenca]

Thanks so much for this - worked a treat!

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel I appreciate it!

[@kimmariaparker]

Great video, my husband changed this for me with your video, we have saved it for future roller replacements. Thank you

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful and thanks for supporting the channel!

[@Damon94Z28]

Thanks for the tutorial! I was able to get my wife's Cricut fixed with this tutorial. There were a few minor differences, but basically the same.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful!!! Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@28Snickers]

Thank you for this video. I was going to buy a refurbished one, but my boyfriend said no this can be fixed. He watched your vid and my machine works great! It really wasn't that difficult to do.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful!!! Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@deidreelzer-lento3177]

THANK YOU! This is the BEST video I have seen for replacing the rollers. you are so helpful. I was successful on the first try. It did take 3 hours... I am posting your video on the Cricut group I belong to. Hope that helps you.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much I am glad is was a helpful video I tried to make it as clear as I could, I see some spots I could have done better... Appreciate the support!!!

[@angeloveblink]

Thank you! Fixed my wife's cricut with your video!

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel 🤩

[@michellekillam3600]

Best Cricut roller fix video I found!! I was able to fix my machine and learned the name of a few tools on the way!! So ridiculous that Cricut has the first part superglued!! Shame on them. Thank you. I have posted a link to an another video where a kind person explained the steps without showing the inside.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much for the support! Glad it was helpful 🤩

[@Mia-lh6pv]

Hands down the easiest to follow. You didn’t do a lot of extra like some people. I was able to follow along and had it changed in under an hour. Thank you!!!

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much that was my hope! Glad it's working out and thanks for supporting the channel appreciate the comments!

[@luceroestrada2370]

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[@terrys4179]

You did a great job with this video. I have watched several and yours by far was the easiest to follow. Thanks.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome thanks so much for the support I tired to make it easy to follow!!! Appreciate this!

[@rosenaranjo8696]

Hi. I followed your instructions and thanks for making it easy to fix. Thank you a million. I changed the rollers and now my cricut is working again. You're the best. I prayed before and during the entire video. All the praise and glory to my God.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it worked. Thanks for supporting the video.

[@insaneshane9489]

So… how do you put the c clamp back on the left side? That gear is in the way. Is it needed???

[@theZimvideo]

@@insaneshane9489 i would put it back on. use some needle nose pliers to get it in place.

[@manuelnavarro6459]

Thank you for this video! After watching it a few times I was able to knock it out in about 30 minutes! I used a finger ratchet for the screws under the top plate. I was however able to push the new rubber pieces on without boiling them. It was a bit of a fight but not to bad. It works perfect again. I’ve taken apart a lot of stuff which helped with the process

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful! Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@joannajester8442]

If you need to fix quickly and don't have time to wait for amazon rollers, OMG THIS WORKS!! Go to any auto parts store, get 5/16 fuel line tubing ($3.50) cut off your bad rollers with scissors, use bad one to measure and cut same size from fuel line. Cut through the middle and wrap around the metal bar where the roller was, pushing load until it wraps around. Mine did not close all the way, but it still worked just fine! I later cut a piece of painters tape to size and wrapped that around also. I also pushed one white plastic roller all the way over against the tubing. It was going to be a temporary fix but is still going strong and since I still have 10" of fuel line left I think I will just leave it 'and replace if it fails.

[@theZimvideo]

I also did a quick fix using thread but eventually that failed as well. Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@cadillacclaire]

This was super helpful! Got my rollers replaced and I'm back in business. Thanks so much for posting such a clear and complete video!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel 🤩

[@TawnyaMassey]

Oh my goodness! I spent so much time trying to repair this before I saw your video. Thank you so much for a great step by step tutorial on doing this! I was able to repair the pressure rollers and get back to doing the fun stuff!

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel I appreciate it! 🤩

[@kimseifke]

Thank you vey much for this simple walk thru. Just replaced my rollers and reassembled the unit. Everything appears to be functioning properly! Excellent process if you take your time and follow the steps.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much for using the video glad it helped!

[@aleicewilliams1741]

Thank you so much for creating this video!!!! I love how organized you are and how you explained clear details. I was able to successfully change my Rubber Rollers with your detailed guidance! 😊

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it helped! Thanks for supporting the video! :)

[@shelleyofthenorth9650]

Thanks!

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much for supporting the channel!!!! I post a lot of stuff. Mostly livestreaming art and gaming content. Hope to see you back again!

[@halitimes2]

Used your video to repair our Cricut, huge thanks! Saved us 250 bucks! Used pliers to pull the bar gently from the right side when my fanagling skills failed me 🙂

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome! Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@xoamirosa]

Thank you so much for this video! I thought my maker was a goner & no good anymore after the rollers started shifting. Glad I seen this video & can say I’m relieved that I don’t have to buy a new machine. 😅 just ordered the parts and looking forward to be able to use my cricut maker again.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@katherinecary5505]

this was SO helpful! thank you so much for this step by step tutorial!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@glorita2043]

Best video I have seen. I appreciate the simple explanation. I am now motivated to do this now. Thanks so much.

[@theZimvideo]

Great! That was the hope! Thanks for supporting!

[@thaokathy3067]

I can't thank you enough for sharing the video clip. It was incredibly helpful in fixing the rubber rollers. You're a lifesaver!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful thanks for supporting the channel!

[@alyssssandra]

Wow thanks to your video I have slayed the red light of death, replaced my rollers and am back in action. Much gratitude!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@angeliqueboz6205]

Thanks for this video. Currently watching and pausing as I attempt to fix my rollers. The screws are so hard to get out but I refuse to give up and purchase a new one at this moment. Thanks again for this step-by step video.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@angeliqueboz6205]

Had to return and let you know it worked out in my favor and I am back up and printing - made my son a tumbler to see how it would print. Thank you soooooo much for this video!!!! 🙌🏾

[@kidcandoo]

I tried to do this last year using another video and gave up after tearing the machine completely apart and still couldn't get the roller rod out. Your video made it much simpler and easy. Thank you

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it worked out. Thanks for supporting the channel. 🤩

[@jaynewest8500]

You are amazing! Thank you so much for explaining so clearly and calmly how to fix the rubber wheels issue on the Cricut Maker. I had to order the rollers twice since my puppy ate the first set, LOL. The hardest part were the C clips. If it weren't for the difficulty getting those back on, this would have been pretty quick. Maybe you know: What is that sticky stuff on the left hand side? Ew, kept getting that all over myself! So glad to find your video so I could fix this instead of having to spend a fortune on a new machine (which probably wouldn't have happened). Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks. Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel. I think the sticky stuff you are talking about is the lubricant for the gears.

[@flaviocappelletti.a]

Thanks for this tutorial, I just repaired my C Maker following your instructions, I didn't mess the spring up, but apparently I messed the golden side of the piece that holds the rod on the right side (shown in 13:27 - 13:31), after some filing here and there, I got it corrected and back in place, Those screws in 5:56 are a total pain in the butt to remove and replace. Im glad I got my cricut finally working fine.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful thanks for supporting the channel.

[@Patricia-b2e7t]

Thank you for your help. I followed the video step by step, and my maker is repaired.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it helped! Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@tammywhite2119]

Thanks for taking the time to make it. I ordered from your links on Amazon. I hope that you get some type of credit

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks! No I don't have an affiliate link set up. I don't have enough traffic through my account for anything like that but thanks for thinking about it. Just come back to my channel sometime and check out what I have been up to :). Next week I will be live streaming some art planning on doing it Dec 27 & 28th.

[@lisagraves8520]

1st THANK YOU! 2nd YES I am totally subscribing. Seriously this was such a huge help cuz I’ve had my Cricut for over 10 years and this just happened ❤

[@theZimvideo]

Thank so much for the support and glad it was helpful.

[@frehickman2820]

How did you put the c clap back on?

[@theZimvideo]

patience

[@baileysphoto07]

Thank you so much for your video. I used a 10mm and a 7/16 wrench to slide the rollers down. Had to use hubbys help with the left one but worked out great. Now the only issue i have is my cricut maker wont turn on. I have unplugged and plugged it back from the inside thingy and nothing. Before i put all the screws back in, i wanted to make sure it turned on and now it doesnt. What do i do now? Please anyone help.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel. Unfortunately I don't know what your problem could be. There are a lot of cricut support groups on Facebook you might try one of them. Good Luck!

[@Creationation]

Thank you so much for this guide, it is incredibly helpful. I did want to note one thing that you might not have mentioned unless I missed it, there are three more screws you need to remove to take the top off. I just dont want anyone to try and force it thinking maybe it might be pop tabs and break their machine. there are the four screws in the back and the three screws in the front. for me totaling 7 screws. ANYONE WHO READS THIS, CHECK FOR SCREWS IF IT DOESN"T PULL UP EASILY. God bless

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful thanks for supporting the channel. the 7 screws that are under inside? yes I did say there were 7 screws in the video but thanks for making sure it's clear!

[@suzanabulatovic1842]

Seriously, just to change the small rubber rollers you have to disassemble all maker? Why did they make it so hard? Cricut should have some kind of service to fix stuff like that. Yo buy expensive device and you can’t use it if your rollers get worn out. Such a shame. I’m so disappointed. I don’t have any skills to do it myself.

[@theZimvideo]

Yeah I agree. It’s really not as hard as it looks just take it slow and one step at a time. You can do it.

[@creativemepaperflowers1628]

Good point at least let us send it in and pay a fee or something that’s just a shame 😢

[@theZimvideo]

@@creativemepaperflowers1628

[@ashleythompson6640]

10000% agree and cussed out cricket the whole time I was repairing mine 😊

[@MA-gr1yg]

Thank you! Followed your video and successfully changed the rollers. Purchased my rollers on eBay, though.

[@sabinekilb1563]

Thank you so much for this detailed video ... Best I have seen so far. Now I will try to fix mine, just ordered the rollers.

[@theZimvideo]

Great!!! Thanks for supporting my channel! Appreciate it!

[@KelseyHickox]

Thank you so much! Video was super easy to follow and a success! The kit I ordered on Amazon has little metal clips that go on either side of the rollers to help keep them in place. Hopefully it's a long time before they need replaced again. Thanks again!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for supporting the channel 🤩

[@stephaniebarnes4010]

I’m about to attempt this tonight! Thank you for this detailed video!

[@theZimvideo]

You got this!

[@mrsdizi1234]

The motor will not release is there a step missing as far as a screw removal that wasnt shown? so far you are great and to the point.

[@josieblackhawk6437]

Thank you for your video. I'm running into the same problem with the rollers and the alignment. It's frustrating. My Maker is in great condition, it's just the rollers. However, I did purchase Maker3. I do intend to take my Maker apart and cross my fingers it will be good as new. Doesn't it always happen when warranty expires, something goes wrong. Ugh! I will keep your video handy when it comes time to tackle this.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel :)

[@kimshirek4031]

This video is great!! but I lost one of the c-clamps from the end of the rod. If it fell into the machine I think and can not find it. Do you know where I order a new c clamp? Again thank you for the video

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the video. I don’t know where you can get a c clip. You might try a hardware store. Good luck.

[@kimshirek4031]

@@theZimvideo I was able to find them at Lowes and Fleet Farm. Just in case anyone asks. I purchased 2 just in case... LOL and I needed it! The E clips are slippery little buggers! Again Thank you

[@theZimvideo]

@@kimshirek4031 good to know thanks

[@cparkers09]

Thanks for the video! It was very helpful. After putting everything back together the lights on my cricut aren’t working. It turns on, but no lights.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel. Unfortunately I don't know how to diagnose or troubleshoot your lights issue. I hope you're able to figure it out.

[@ChloePants1]

Did you remember to plug your chip back in on the bottom of the cover piece? 🙂 It connects the buttons that light up to power.

[@帕帕妃]

Thank you so much for making this video so clear on every step and giving me the confidence to fix my rubber ring👍👍👍

[@theZimvideo]

Great glad it’s going to be helpful!!!!

[@meganfisher2137]

What happens if I lose one of the little c clamps that holds the roller bar into place? And do you know where I can find a replacement?

[@theZimvideo]

Someone else commented I think you can get them at home depot. don't loose both bring the one you have in and ask a staff member. Good luck. Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@wtfisthis7795]

Check a hardware store like home depot or lowes

[@jojom830]

What a great video! Thanks for sharing! My husband only had to help me finagle the roller bar out.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel. Glad it worked out!

[@mayrabarbosa8511]

It’s the same process for cricut explore 2?

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel. I only have the maker so I don’t know. Try it out and see if it matches up. It might be close enough and you can figure out the difference on your own. Let us know if it works. Or maybe someone in the comments can let you know.

[@shanni77]

Ok I got so far until I lost one of the c clamps. Do you know where I could find these at?

[@theZimvideo]

I think some people got them at home depot. But I’m not sure. Good luck. And thanks for supporting the channel.

[@mommyakatiffany]

Yay it worked! Thank you so much. I never would have been able to figure that out on my own.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it worked out thanks for supporting the channel!!! :)

[@onbwhitehead]

By far, it is the easiest video to follow. It worked for me. Thanks

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for support the video!!!

[@Maite447]

This video helped me a ton!! Got my machine working again after months and it wasn’t that hard to do, took like an hour! The only thing is now the white rollers are leaving marks on my materials due to the rollers not being as thick as the rubber ones 😢 so I’m trying to figure out a hack for that.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel. Good luck.

[@ScarFanatic]

I did everything, got everything put back together well. It pulls the mat in great but as soon as it’s about to cut, the part that cuts goes all the way to the right as if it gets stuck there and then the light starts flashing purple and I get a critical error -45, 85. Tried updating the firmware but nothing works, still does the same thing

[@theZimvideo]

hey thanks for supporting the channel. Unfortunately I only know how to fix the rollers I don't know what might be the problem you are having. You might post your issue on a facebook cricut group or something like that and see if they can help. Good luck sorry you continue to have issues with your cricut.

[@shiloquik]

So thankful I ran across this!!! I called Cricut today to ask for replacement parts and how to fix it, they told me it was garbage and I needed to upgrade!! Ya no!!!!

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for supporting the channel.

[@silviacoverson7731]

I'm having trouble putting back the C clamp on the right side...any tips? Or can I not put it back?

[@theZimvideo]

Try starting the process with needle nose pliers. Good luck and thanks for supporting the channel.

[@pepperd42]

having an issue with the explorer air 2 its not the same as the maker someone please help me

[@theZimvideo]

I hope you are able to find the help you need. I would suggest finding a user group on Facebook and asking somone in there I think you will get more direct help. Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@christinajeandahilig8221]

Thank you so much for this video. hands down the best step-by-step video.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful! Thanks for the support!

[@kimmykim530]

I am having trouble getting the c clamps back on. Any advice?

[@theZimvideo]

I am not sure how to help. do you have any small needle nose pliers? that might be what you need to hold and press it back into place easily. good luck and thanks for supporting the video!

[@amberjones3747]

How did you heat up the roller part?

[@theZimvideo]

I boiled them. Thanks for checking out the video and supporting the channel I appreciate it! :)

[@maryfisher7915]

Thank you, I am sure your video will help my husband take care of my Circuit Maker once the new rollers are delivered

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad you found the video!!!

[@Westsidebeard]

Where did you find that tool to put the rubber rollers on?

[@theZimvideo]

it was actually a gift it's and adjustable wrench. I imagine the edge of a table could also work. Thanks for checking out the video apprecaite it. @@Westsidebeard

[@MiyaMadeOver]

Where did you order your rollers from?

[@theZimvideo]

amazon link in description of video@@MiyaMadeOver

[@truthknowledgeseeker]

What size is the phillips socket bit to take the 7 scews out of the inside of the unit?

[@theZimvideo]

I am not sure it was a pretty standard size. Thanks for checking out the video hope it was helpful and thanks for supporting the channel.

[@truthknowledgeseeker]

​@theZimvideo thanks! Also, what is the name of the gap tool that you used to get the 2 new rubber rollers in place on the rod?

[@theZimvideo]

@@truthknowledgeseeker it was an adjustable socket wrench. You can use anything even the edge of a table it's it a good sharp 90 degrees.

[@lynnmacnz]

Thanks, my fix was successful, i got my rubber rings and c clips (to hold them on the rod) from Ali Express - cheap as. I found that the star screwdriver was a T8 not 9. the biggest problem i had was losing the screws and clips pinging off. Thanks for this i wouldn't have been able to fix it without this video.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel 🤩

[@ThymewithTheron]

Any chance you can post a link to where u got the c clips? My just flew into oblivion and I’m thinking buying new will be faster than finding it.

[@theZimvideo]

@@ThymewithTheron I did not lose my c-clips so I didn't have to buy them again. You can try a hardware store?? good luck.

[@stegorawrus]

Thank you so much for the in-depth video! We were able to replace the rollers (from Amazon) and fix my 4 year old Cricut Maker with "ease"! Extremely helpful and appreciative. Figured that we might as well try doing it ourselves instead of spending more money to have it repaired or worse buy a new one! We followed through with your steps and was able to put it most of it back together. We stopped before putting the lid/cover on to double check that the machine would work still, and it did! The 7 screws are definitely awful to get to and does take a bit of patience. I do have a question though, does it matter whether we put all 7 screws (the annoying ones) back in or do you think we can make do with 3 of them (the ones towards the center)?

[@theZimvideo]

glad it was helpful. I would recommend replacing all screws. the machine jerks a lot and things could misalign over time. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@donnielowe5849]

What size springs?

[@theZimvideo]

0.8x6x25mm thanks!

[@brownfamily7152]

Help! I followed all the direction and was proud of myself but now the light does not come on, it makes a weird noise and will not take the mat. What do I do?

[@brownfamily7152]

Ok it will pull the mat in but through the back. The roller is going backward

[@theZimvideo]

unfortunately I only know how to fix the problem that is in this video. I would suggest going on to a facebook user group and asking there. good luck I hope you fix your issue. thanks for supporting the channel.

[@shelleyofthenorth9650]

I used this video to replace the rollers on my Cricut Maker. Thank you!

[@theZimvideo]

So glad it was helpful! Saw your super thanks 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@chriskimlewis5900]

Thank you so much! I was able to replace my rollers because of your video!

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@GhislaineChardonneau]

Merci 🙏🏻 merci beaucoup je voulais mettre ma cricut à la poubelle j’en pleurais vu le prix qu’elle m’a coûté ! Mais grâce à vous je lui ai redonné vie merci 🙏🏻 merci ! Il faut avoir les bon outils et y aller doucement étape par étape . Je partage votre vidéo car beaucoup de personnes sont dans ce cas

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome so glad it was helpful!!!! Thanks for the support!!!

[@wubyduby]

Thanks for such a detailed video. Stripped it down (challenging) and replaced the rollers then carefully put it back together but I’m noticing a couple of perforated vertical lines through every thing I print and the same corroded roller seems to be wearing down again. 🥴 Don’t know why but I will dismantle it again and give it another go. I was so proud to have tackled it the first time. Here I go again!

[@theZimvideo]

The perforated lines are from the white rings on the bar they can be slid around the bar so the perforations don’t intersect with anything important in your work. Thanks for supporting the channel. Good luck.

[@wubyduby]

Ahhh didn’t think of that! You’re right but when I move them I can see the imprint of where they were so is it possible that the bar is maybe pressing too hard? Just asking because now that I’m an “expert”🤣 in dismantling maybe I should try and loosen it. Thank you for your help/advice. Don’t think I could have solved that issue on my own. Much appreciated!

[@theZimvideo]

@@wubyduby you kind of want it to press hard so it does not slip while cutting. Mine has the perforations too.

[@NeonGrayEdits]

Thank you. Great video. Got us back up and running.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@mattncicistout3115]

Thank you! You video and the way you explained everything was prefect. So easy to follow THANK YOU so much!!!

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel! That was the hope glad it worked out!

[@seestpr]

😢😢😢..I can't get the cover off... maker 3, I can only find 4 screws on the upper inside part.. the cover is loose at the bottoms and sides, but won't let go in the center, how hard did you have to fight the plastic?

[@theZimvideo]

I think you are missing 3 screws they are patterned like a zig zag. I am guessing you are not finding the 3 that are closest ou the front of the machine. if you have a small mirror use it to look under the space more to see what you might be missing. Good luck.

[@seestpr]

yes!! just found them... thank you so much for this video... ❤❤❤

[@anamcalleja2325]

I had to replace the rubber and this video was so helpful, thank you! Only issue I have now is that my lid won’t close. Any suggestions on how to fix that?

[@theZimvideo]

Which lid the top one or the front one? when I put mine back together the front one would not close the spring was not springing properly to keep it closed but eventurally it started to work. if it's the top one could the top case not be fully put back correctly like the slots in the back that I showed in the video did not get lined up correctly? hope you can figure it out. without seeing it it's impossible for me to know what's happening. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@camillebesnard-c2b]

Good morning, thank you very much. I watched your video, I followed all the steps. I looked at your manipulations because, being French, I could not understand what you were explaining. I thought I had repaired my machine because I had no problem during disassembly and assembly but since the changes, my machine no longer takes the belts. The bar on which I changed the rubbers remains fixed. I tried to redo everything but nothing worked. Do you have an idea to help me 😁 Thanks to you

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for supporting the channel I appreciate it. Unfortunately it's unclear to me what your issue is. The bar is not spinning? If that is what is happening sounds like you might have forgot to re attach the springs so there is pressure against the bottom rollers. I hope you figure out what the issue is.

[@amyosback3845]

I am having a hard time getting the c clamp things off? I used a small flat head, needle nose tweezers and needle nose pliers. It's really greasy. Could that be a reason?

[@theZimvideo]

Honestly I couldn’t tell you. I used a small flathead screwdriver to pop mine out. Good luck and thanks for supporting the channel.

[@brittanydelosangeles1118]

What size was the tension spring? For you recall? The link brings you to the listing but the springs in the default listing photo look a bit smaller

[@theZimvideo]

These are the ones I got 0.8x6x25mm hope that helps and thanks for watching the video.

[@riachez5]

OMG. Thank you so much. Your video was extremly helpful.

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel 🤩😊

[@MasoodBhamjee]

Hi Guys my machine is not cutting through the material only see light cut marks but not cutting through is will this fix it?

[@theZimvideo]

When is the last time you changed your blade? Thanks for supporting the channel.

Thanks for the step by step video to change the rollers. :)

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel. 🤩

[@bratviii8]

Thanks so much for this! You made it an easy fix! You rock!🤘

[@theZimvideo]

Glad it helped. Thanks for supporting the channel. 🤩

[@katylazar6026]

Thank you for making this video! My rollers needed to be replaced so I followed your video and did it today. Great instructions.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it worked out. And thanks for supporting the channel.

[@marlaclayton251]

What is the tool you use to install the rubber wheel on the bar?

[@theZimvideo]

It was an adjustable socket wrench. But you can just use a table or countertop that has right angles and press them on that way. Thanks for watching the video appreciate the support.

[@Mandy-sn7lo]

What am I doing wrong my roller won’t come away it seems to be attached to something on the left side?

[@theZimvideo]

If you pulled the c-clips off sometimes the metal is a tight enough fit that it binds a little you just have to give it an aggressive jiggle. I hope that helps and thanks for supporting the video I appreciate it!

[@beayoutifullmeshante4355]

Maybe a bit to late to ask but will this work for cricut air explorer 2… I already started taking it apart using some of your video. I can’t get the bar out it’s stuck in the right side… c clamp is off

[@beayoutifullmeshante4355]

The right side of the form urs vs mines is a tad bit different. You unplugged the motor thingy from the right side but didn’t remove it… neither did I… butttt… now the left side where u moved the c clamp form the bar behind the white gear…. (Then u went back to the right side and took that “entire piece off we could have done that earlier “in the video) that the c clamp held back…”😢 it came off in my left side but won’t come off my right side because of the motor🤔. Which I believe is causing my bar to be stuck

[@theZimvideo]

Unfortunately I only have the cricut in the video and I’m a very visual learner. Sorry I can’t be more helpful. Good luck I hope you figure it out.

[@jorystiffarm9532]

Would these instructions also work on an Explore Air 2? TYA

[@theZimvideo]

I don't have an Explore Air, sorry I can't help. Thanks for interacting with the video anyway! Appreciate it!

[@nZaneBrain]

Thank you for this. I have a Cricut Explorer 2 but its basically the same. The pressure feet just got ate up over time and I hate throwing things away that I know can be fixed and used. We waste so much in modern society its sad. We live in a world with finite resources. We treat the planet like its a throw away commodity. That's why I am always trying to use recycled materials for projects, or repurposed materials as much as I can. This should help keep some of these Cricut machines out of the landfill.

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome so glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@alharitheid2436]

Thanks man, this video helped a lot and made it easy to replace them

[@theZimvideo]

Awesome glad it helped. Thanks for the support!

[@user-pe8mt3px9b]

Great video. I appreciate that you can see each step as you do it.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks glad it’s clear.

[@glendastevenson5256]

Ok so place the bar back in might yours be backwards because you are filming because the end that has the different withs fit on the motor end to the left...I have a cricut 3...and how do you get the washer back on and where does it go because I an not get it back on where you show it goes

[@theZimvideo]

I am not clear on what you are asking. Washer? the c-clip? sometimes using tweezers or needle nose pliers can help hold it in place while you push. Hope you get your's put back together. good luck.

[@glendastevenson5256]

Yes the c clips ...and which direction does the bar go back in

[@theZimvideo]

@@glendastevenson5256 the tapered end goes on the right when you are looking at the machine.

[@dennisphillips8312]

Great video. Note: lid screws will come out with T8 torx bit. Thanks

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks and thanks for the tips! :)

[@randomizedgallery]

This was a great video to fix these roller wheels. Only thing is the C-clips can be tricky and you need nimble fingers for those 7 screws on the top. And there was some super sticky goo near the motor, I kept getting all over my fingers and tools.

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks for the support. Yeah I get a lot of comments about the c clips.

[@KrisBear-wo2hj]

Where did you get the new springs

[@theZimvideo]

Amazon the link is in the description of the video. Thanks for the support!

[@wtfisthis7795]

Best video for cricut roller repair out there

[@theZimvideo]

Thanks so much for supporting the channel! :)