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Question Motors location?

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Joonas Temonen, Nov 23, 2025 at 14:51.

  1. Joonas Temonen

    Joonas Temonen New Member Gold Contributor

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    Hello!
    Is It better To have motors closer To seat, Or In front like i have those now? If i move motors closer To seat, i can have More motion.
    I was thinking that does it stress motors More, if they are closer To seat?
    Those motors have so much power so its not a problem.

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