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2 DOF Seat Mover - GIB

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by GIB SimRacing, Feb 21, 2015.

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  1. bsft

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    then build another sim
    bsft, Feb 23, 2015
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  2. GIB SimRacing

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    Yeah, I'd love to! But my wallet seems to not agree with that.:p
    GIB SimRacing, Feb 24, 2015
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  3. bsft

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    14 simulators later, at least 6 were recycled.
    My wallet has been nuked ever since
    bsft, Feb 24, 2015
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  4. GIB SimRacing

    GIB SimRacing Active Member

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    Farout!!! I take it that you have been doing this for a while now.:D
    That is actually quite impressive.

    I am only on my second sim.

    Here is my first attempt:

    V1 Main.jpg V1 Controls.jpg


    And this is what I'm currently using. But this one has had a few upgrades along the way.

    V2 Main.jpg V2 Controls.jpg
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    GIB SimRacing, Feb 24, 2015
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  5. bsft

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    great job, better than my builds
    bsft, Feb 24, 2015
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    There is lots to like on your current sim but the roll cage screen braces are just awesome!
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    noorbeast, Feb 24, 2015
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  7. GIB SimRacing

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    Thank you guys.
    @bsft do you think so? I don't have a motion sim let alone 14 of them!
    @noorbeast the 'roll cage' over the top makes it really easy to get in and out of the sim. They are great handles!
    GIB SimRacing, Feb 24, 2015
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    Very professional work @GIB SimRacing - I can't wait to see the grin you will get on your face when you move it!

    When I flicked the switch on mine I felt like I was launching the shuttle.
    Mixture of nervousness, waiting for a BANG! and smoke, and the giddiness of a child on Christmas morning.

    I kid you not... it's that awesome!
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    Archie, Feb 25, 2015
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    Very impressive work here! Wish I had such a professional finish on mine.
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    Thank you very much Alexey and Archie.

    And @Archie, when I read your description of what you felt after the first time you turned your system on, I could actually picture myself with the very same emotions when I get to that point.
    In fact, I am already giggling just thinking about the fact that I'm actually building a motion sim.
    Good thing I have ears, otherwise I would grin in a complete circle.:D
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    GIB SimRacing, Feb 25, 2015
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    @Alexey what are you talking about? Your pedals and shifters alone blow my stuff out of the water!!! What you built is seriously impressive!:thumbs
    GIB SimRacing, Feb 25, 2015
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    Ok, I will have to go with the 25:1 gearboxes for the motors. This means a shoulder mount setup for me.
    I have quickly made this sketch to show you guys what I have planned.

    I do have a question though. I am unsure of what height to connect the motors to the rods. I hope my sketch makes sense.


    Seat Mover Sketch.jpg
    Should I attach the motors above, centre or below the uni joint pivot?
    Thanks in advance for any help.

    Also I hope the angles are good as they would fit relatively nicely to my current frame.
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    GIB SimRacing, Feb 25, 2015
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    Below and the uni joint should be as close to the seat as possible.
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    noorbeast, Feb 25, 2015
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    Thanks @noorbeast . Do you think it would be enough if I was to attach 100mm below the uni joint pivot?
    GIB SimRacing, Feb 25, 2015
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    Yes, as long as that adequately allows for the planned range of movement.
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    noorbeast, Feb 25, 2015
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    Thanks again!
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    You did build that sim that you are using at the moment right? Pedals are nothing if you don't have a sim to use them in!
    Alexey, Feb 26, 2015
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    @Alexey ,true. But I'm sure you will have your rig looking sexy in no time. ;)
    And yes, I did build the whole thing.
    GIB SimRacing, Feb 26, 2015
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    @GIB SimRacing - who was your supplier for the Aluminum Checker plate?

    So far Bunnings seem to be the the only source, but it ain't cheap!
    Archie, Feb 26, 2015
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    If you know what you are looking for and keep an eye out for offcuts then Ebay can be a good source for aluminum plates.
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