This also mesns u curious aardvark
Not all ABS is crap,&i would also like to note some pages back
• you want a open source 3d prnter, its a big reason lulzbot for example is a top choice 4 a lot if ppl, of course the lulzbot is out of your budget, good printer though i have a lulzbot mini&
• also you should get a 3d printer with a good heat temperture so you can use more materials
Not just pla but also certain materials like abs,Hips,etc would b more easy
I would recommend a bed temperture that allows at least 115 degrees Celsius

•yes i now 3d print the objects i design since december 2015 b4 u cerious aardvark mentions that