I looked for the direct drive files but I couldn't find them. I am not sure where I found them, I will ask Taylor if I am imagining things lol. Your direct drive looks really nice, keep going on the project.

You don't have to stow the needle all the way, but it is something that can drag on a print blob. With my protector, you can have the needle slightly out and the ramps will help drag over something tall.

BLTouch Protector

@azplasma That is a Nylon issue where it warps the plate right off the magnetic bed. When this happens, pull forces up to 43,000 psi can be exerted on the build plate.

To solve this issue, you need to adhere a new layerlock sheet to something magnetic other than spring steel. I suggest purchasing a custom cut galvinized steel sheet 0.100" thick. This will have even greater adhesion to the magnetic base and will not bend from warping.

@jinzing If it were me, I would use micro switches.