Nightmare start

[EagleSeven]

Which pipe did you order? I replaced the extruder feeder with a spring loaded one and now it just clicks.. I can force filament through with my hand but by itself it just clicks as filament comes through erratically. I also changed the PTFE tubing but no luck.. At this stage I'm thinking an all metal hotend could be in order? But how do I know if it'll fit the CTC? Are they standard? Any recommendations from people who have swapped one out?

Are you sure the feeder Gears are the correct size and type ?
There are many different sizes, that are only slightly different.
(needs to be type with straight teeth, Not type with Groove in gear)
We do not have that problem with our CTC,
which has spring type extruders and no inserts in tubes !

click pic for larger view, of type we use :

ExtruderUpgrade2.jpg