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Showroom My 3 DOF first time project

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Petemnz, Sep 12, 2019.

  1. Petemnz

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    Setting up with LFS while waiting for Simtools DIY license to be approved - Hopefully:)

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    Son testing - 1 hour later the Monster moto driver heatsinks did not get above 45 Deg C. The motors got hot but you can hold hand on them.
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    I can't find one lodged, that is why I am asking, can you please resubmit it.
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    Ok Thanks @noorbeast for looking into it, I have resubmitted. It tells me it has been sent. Thanks
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    Done, happy testing :thumbs
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    Ok Thankyou @noorbeast - I'll wait for the email with discount code.
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    SMC3 Settings for each Motor : Higher Kp caused jerky operation
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    The Dir boxes are normally one checked and the other unchecked (as you have them), but they should be opposite for sway and roll (sway should lean away from a corner, roll is set opposite that).
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    Ok thanks @noorbeast for the advice - I'll try that. I still haven't received a code for DIY simtools?
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    After reducing Kp to 150 - Much smoother movement
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    Check your spam folder, as it has been sent. If you still can't find it PM me.
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    Thanks @noorbeast - All up and running now. With AC and Dirt 2 Awesome can't believe how good and realistic it feels.
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    Here's my son testing, we are trying to beat each others times :).
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    Building frame for traction loss motor
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    Frame completed.
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    Aluminum sliding bed is to soft - so need to upgrade and angle wheel bearings
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    Fitting additional monster motor driver.
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