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Showroom Newbie with 2 dof

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by jem45472, Mar 28, 2014.

  1. jem45472

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    My Motion Simulator:
    2DOF, DC motor, JRK
    A bit more progress this weekend. Most components fitted in their place.
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    Back together until next weekend.
    Hopefully have it running by end of month.
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    Fired it up today, and all appears to be in working order.

    I removed the shaker amplifier that I previously posted a picture of, turns out it's junk. Claimed 200 watt max power. I know these figures are often inflated, but I was only looking to get less than half that claimed wattage. Turns out that amp only puts out 10 watts per channel at 4 ohms.

    So I purchased some new amp parts based off this post, it is a great write up about shaker amps.
    https://www.vanagony.com/buttkicker-amps-bass-shaker-cheap-amp-alternatives-driving-chair-sim/

    @noorbeast maybe this link can be put in the transducer faq? It's a great help.
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    Just waiting on my two mini amplifier boards I ordered. Everything else is wired up and working. Now I will need to relearn simtools and Gamevibe. Gotta give credit to you guys doing the compact builds. Mines a little bigger, and as you can see it's still quite a tight fit with everything installed.
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    New build is complete, and working! I have a lot of motor setup, and profile work to, and I don't remember how to use simtools, so I'll be busy over the next couple weeks getting re acquainted.
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    My Motion Simulator:
    2DOF, DC motor, JRK
    Upgrade time again.
    Added thrustmaster t lcm load cell pedals, and upgraded with 3drap brake mod. The brake feels very nice now!
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    Since I can't move the seat, had to make sure the pedals are adjustable.


    I also ordered my first direct drive wheel. Spent months deciding if I wanted to buy or build. Recently they have become pretty affordable, so not much sense in building right now.

    Decided on the Simagic alpha mini for $550. 10nm should be plenty for me.
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    Not going to use the wireless functionality of this base because the wheels are fairly expensive, so I bought some quick releases, and a couple cheaper wheels.
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    Can't wait to finish up now!
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