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Question Motor rods

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Simulator Jicin, Apr 29, 2024.

  1. Simulator Jicin

    Simulator Jicin New Member

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    Hello, I would like to ask for advice. Attached below is a photo of my rig and I would like to ask how to measure the rods from the engine to the frame. I guess I should measure it from the starting position of the motor when it is switched on, is there any way to set this position in simtools or is it automatically set to horizontal?

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    Simulator Jicin, Apr 29, 2024
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    A lever is most effective at right angles to the rods, with the rods also most effective at right angle to the top frame.

    So move your motor forward toward the screen and shorten the rods to suit.

    Normally the center position is set in the control code and hardware, with the lever then attached to be parallel with the rig frames.
    noorbeast, Apr 29, 2024
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