December 8, 2025
Description
This is an upgraded and more precise remix of the Steampunk Bookends – Customisable Dynamic Gearset.
The original design is visually impressive and highly creative, but the moving gear mechanics can benefit from additional refinement.
This remix focuses on improved alignment, stronger connections, smoother motion and reversible mounting, while maintaining full compatibility with the original model.
Upgrades in this Remix
The gear mounting system has been completely rebuilt to provide better alignment and smoother movement.
All gear distances were adjusted to reduce friction and improve rotation consistency.
The original clip holders have been replaced with a durable screw-mounted mechanism.
Three visually different screw designs are included, all stronger and easier to reinstall.
The frame can be used on either side.
Simply add the washers supplied during assembly.
All gears from the original model can still be used, and the main frame fits exactly as before.
Printing Recommendations
Material: PLA
Layer Height: 0.2 mm
Infill: 15–25%
Perimeters: 3–4 (recommended for screw strength)
Supports: None required
Print screws slowly for clean threads.
Assembly
Print any of the three screw styles and the washers.
Insert the original gears into the redesigned frame.
Secure them using the screw design you prefer.
Add washers if using the frame reversed.
Credits
The base design belongs to dsdan.
This remix only enhances the mechanical precision and improves the mounting system while keeping the visual style and concept intact.
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License:
GNU General Public License v3.0