I have an original 8" i3 (non Vslot) and have been considering picking up the kit to turn it into an i3v. Seeing if anyone else has done this or owns both styles (even if different sizes). I understand the general improvements but wanting to just get some feed back if the v style showed improved print quality (not just at higher speeds).

I think part of my hesitation is that I would also like to move to a Hex from my J-head, plus also had my eye in the 8x12" upgrade. All that plus the i3 - i3v is ~400 and for that I could just about buy a 10" with the Hex and have a whole printer.

Anyway just looking for feed back on those that have used the old version and the new, especially on how the vslot has effected print quality, if at all.