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Question Motor location?

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Joonas Temonen, Dec 4, 2025 at 16:48.

  1. Joonas Temonen

    Joonas Temonen New Member Gold Contributor

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    Hi everybody!
    I have build my 2dof rig while ago and i started To think what is the best place for those motors
    Motors are now In front of the rig.
    Is it better in front, or closer to seat?
    I think the movement of the rig would be bigger if motors are closer to seat, but is there something what could make it worse?
    Second thing i was thinking, how about if i move motors behind the seat
    What is the best place?
    Power of those motors wouldnt be a problem i think.

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    Last edited: Dec 4, 2025 at 17:04
    Joonas Temonen, Dec 4, 2025 at 16:48
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  2. Kenshiro27

    Kenshiro27 Active Member

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    Since the main weight, namely the pilot, is on the seat, ideally it should be placed underneath.
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    Kenshiro27, Dec 4, 2025 at 20:45
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  3. Joonas Temonen

    Joonas Temonen New Member Gold Contributor

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    Maybe i will try that! Do you think it stresses the motors less when those are underneath?
    Joonas Temonen, Dec 4, 2025 at 20:59
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