I modified da_syggy's inverted spool mount to have the spool cantilevered over the side to eliminate the need for a filament guide. Now the spool hangs in line with the z axis extruder, and the circumference of the spool creates a zero-friction feed. It has been working great.
Emiliotic's ender-3 filament guider without bearing
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4967189
acarits's Ender 3 Spool Holder
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3041037
CaptainAwe-sum's 73mm spacerinator
https://www.printables.com/model/160953-73mm-spacerinator
The author marked this model as their own original creation. Imported from Thingiverse.