Hi everyone! 
I’m an Ender 5 Pro owner looking for an experienced, patient person who enjoys teaching and would be willing to help me systematically inspect, configure, and calibrate my printer.
My printer configuration:
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Creality Ender 5 Pro
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Original motherboard (revision not yet verified)
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Creality Sprite Extruder SE direct drive
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BLTouch automatic bed leveling
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MK8-style hotend
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Magnetic and glass build plates available
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Creality Box 2.0
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Cura 5.11.0
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PLA: 205°C nozzle / 60°C bed
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External multi-spool filament rack
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No filament runout sensor
Current problems:
I’m experiencing several issues, including:
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Inconsistent homing and nozzle-to-bed distance
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BLTouch leveling and Z-offset problems
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Failed calibration prints
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Difficulty getting reliable first-layer adhesion
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Uncertainty about firmware compatibility and configuration
What I’m hoping to accomplish:
I’d love to work with someone who can guide me through a complete, systematic calibration, including:
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Mechanical inspection and adjustments
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Motherboard and firmware identification
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BLTouch configuration and Z-offset calibration
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Extruder and hotend calibration
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Bed leveling and first-layer testing
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Slicer configuration and successful PLA printing
My immediate goal is consistent, reliable PLA printing.
My long-term goal is to understand and master my Ender 5 Pro, so I can confidently maintain and troubleshoot it myself.
I’m a hands-on learner and prefer working through things one step at a time, understanding why each adjustment matters.
I have detailed photos of my printer and modifications. I’m comfortable using written instructions, Discord voice chat, or screen sharing.
I understand this may take multiple sessions. I’m hoping to find someone willing to volunteer their knowledge as a mentor.
If anyone is interested or can recommend someone familiar with this particular setup, I’d sincerely appreciate it!
Thank you!
— TigerForge3D