UPGRADED - Anet A8 Plus X axis idler and tensioner

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I gave up with trying to use 3mm ID idlers. They all seem to have bearings which simply don't work. So, I've redesigned things to work with 5mm ID Gates idlers which do! It seems to bring very significant improvements. I've also added X-axis tensioning into the design which again has advantages in comparison to doing it long the length of the belt. It gives much more subtle adjustment. In concert with working bearings, it allows tighter settings with better levels of adjustment. In order to consolidate my various designs and provide additional information, I have created a blog about the project. It will be adding to it as I go. You can find it at https://a8plusupgrades.blogspot.com/p/contents.html