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Mclain: Finally Doing it

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Mclain, Sep 16, 2025 at 09:29.

  1. Mclain

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    Hey Guys,

    I build my first non motion sim when the Logitech G25 came out. Motion platforms has always been a dream, but time and money never alligned for that.
    Now with having access to a Bambulax X1 Carbon, a Lathe, various mills etc, i think its time to start cranking.

    I'm very much intreged by Peacemakers unit, but also FlyPT's one and i like the MotionXP ones.

    Normally i would start designing stuff with Inventor and try to get the final form digital, before ordering anything. But since most of the stuff is already done multiple times (and im appearantly too stupid to get a working image in FlyPT mover), i'm taking the mechanic route instead of the engineering route.
    Just start and fix issues when i have to cross that bridge. Peacemaker has shared some files from his rig and actuators which will be used as a template.

    So im putting in the order this week at an Ali supplier for 6x 750 watt motor with driver, 550mm spindles, enough extruded aluminium to build base and platform plus some stuff i need to get started.

    One of the differences will be the mounting of the actuators to the base. I think i will be using a universal joint with flanges. As a mechanic, i think these things are awesome reliable.
    Not sure i will be using the base frame like Peacemaker, or will go for the Motion XR with the triangle from the inside. Think that looks awesome.
    Allot of stuff will be printed, others will be laser cut and welded together.

    Im planning to build it around my Playseat with G29 for now, as those dimensions work pretty well here with several users. Seat and pedals will be made to be able to adjust. Might do the same with the Steering wheel in a later stage.
    Will be using Thanos for control and although im making it Multi monitor, the idea is to use the Quest 3 as a screen.
    Offcourse it will need all the bells and whistles the further i will develop it, cause the g29 is childsplay compared to many things i see on your rigs. But lets first get some motion before pouring in huge amounts of money for steering wheels etc

    If you have a better idea for designing than inventor, please let me know.

    Hoping to get the basic stuff ready while stayin around the 2.5k mark.
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    Mclain, Sep 16, 2025 at 09:29
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