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Ralph's Racingsim Project

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by ralphvdberg, Jan 26, 2010.

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  1. ralphvdberg

    ralphvdberg New Member

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    Hi All,

    I started my Motionbase for the SCN5 actuators,
    web.JPG

    First I started a pneumatic sim.. but I stoped with this project.. :roll: It was working fine.. but not realistic enough for my..
    I tested the sim from Nima (niels). 1 week ago... It's a very realistic feeling you have with the sim.... and i was sold :)
    Thanks Niels for your time and help!!

    I ordered 2 scn5 150mm from bernard... (SimXperience.com) Now I'am waiting :D

    I keep you posted..

    Thanks a lot for al the information on this forum!!
    ralphvdberg, Jan 26, 2010
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    Very nice frame, congrats!

    You'll be fine with SCN5's but with Your space and equipment I would consider going hydraulic :D

    sn4il
    sn4il, Jan 27, 2010
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    Looks very nice so far Ralph.
    bvillersjr, Jan 27, 2010
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    Great job so far Ralph :cheers:
    ledfoot, Jan 27, 2010
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    My Motion Simulator:
    3DOF, Arduino, Motion platform
    Nice! another Dutchie with scn5's :D

    Veel succes met je project!
    splendiddd, Jan 27, 2010
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  6. Nima

    Nima Member Gold Contributor

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    hi ralph
    nice design.
    Nima, Jan 27, 2010
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  7. ralphvdberg

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    Thanks All!!

    This pic is for Niels.. he asked me on the phone how many degrees the scn5 stands..

    I have take the measurements form the drawing from the post 'building a proper....'

    webtekening.JPG
    ralphvdberg, Jan 27, 2010
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  8. Nima

    Nima Member Gold Contributor

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    hi ralph,
    you mast have 50 cm from under the seat to the top for the same seatmove
    were are have on my old sim with 100mm scn5
    Nima, Jan 28, 2010
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  9. ralphvdberg

    ralphvdberg New Member

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    Oke, also with a angle of 45 degrees and between the top unibolts 28.5 cm? (I will use the 150mm scn5!!)
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    You demensions look good Ralph. I have about 58cm from the bottom of the seat to the top of the anchor point.

    ...Mike
    ledfoot, Jan 28, 2010
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    Maybe we should post those pictures with included measurements in the building proper motion base...., hmm ? We could start a collection of sim-setups with good/correct/proper dimensions. I will take a photo of my sim the next days, enter the dimensions and post it here as well. We could include the height of the main bearing in these posts - is this also important ?
    Schnullerbacke, Jan 28, 2010
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  12. Nima

    Nima Member Gold Contributor

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    hi
    this is right.between the top unibolts the best is you can use the way between
    18 cm and 30 cm.you mast make a holder for this.if you have lower size you have more way for acculation in a curve.
    Nima, Jan 28, 2010
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  13. ralphvdberg

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    That's a good idea... I will post mine there if it's finished..
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    I will lower the upper bar .. and make it adjustable..
    niels you are using the elastic straps.. Is that because you lower the actuator so much and on a very high angle?
    ralphvdberg, Jan 28, 2010
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    Nima Member Gold Contributor

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    the elastic straps i have use a high angel and my weight is 110kg you have only 60 kg thats not a problem.
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    Hi Guys..

    Here a some update pics...
    I Think this week my scn5 will delivered.. :D

    Put some 6 point seatbelt on.
    24 Full HD Screen..
    And some wheel to move the whole thing :happy:

    I think I will powdercoat the frame white and put some bordering of brushed aluminium on..
    and also a Logitech x540 surround set...
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    Feel free to comment!! :cheers:
    ralphvdberg, Feb 2, 2010
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    Hi Ralph,

    • Cool design !
    • Cool seat !
    • Very cool and wide belts (originally I wanted to get the same in red) !

    But - PLEASE - hide these cars the next time you're taking photos... That's not fair ;D !

    I'm looking forward to seeing more pics :thbup: !!!
    Schnullerbacke, Feb 2, 2010
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    Hi Ralph,

    Make sure you make provisions for some dampening in your design. The actuators are a lot quieter when you have dampening on them as the feel is also a lot more natural.


    ....Mike
    ledfoot, Feb 2, 2010
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  19. ralphvdberg

    ralphvdberg New Member

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    Thanks Mike.. I have already make the snc5 holder including the dampening..I'am able to replace them for softer or harder rubbers.. i read a lot and learning
    ralphvdberg, Feb 2, 2010
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    Great Ralph,

    Can you share a pic of your scn5 holders? I'd like to see some other options for dampening the actuators.

    Thanks
    ledfoot, Feb 2, 2010
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