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Showroom DX - Compact Simulator

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by noorbeast, Sep 29, 2014.

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  1. furiano

    furiano New Member

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    nice job congratulations!
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    furiano, Aug 3, 2016
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  2. hoopstar

    hoopstar when 10/10ths isn't enough..

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    How do the motor shafts drive off the gearbox?

    To quote the motion dynamic website: " its hollow gearbox output shaft, though it can only be fixed from one side (it fits a 12mm shaft internally comfortably)."

    I also see on the drawing a 4mm hole for what I assume is a grubscrew or cross bolt?

    On your setup I see you have a keyway. Does the motor have the same keyway slot? Do the shafts that's listed on MD's site have this keyway?

    Hopefully I've explained my question clearly :D
    hoopstar, Aug 3, 2016
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  3. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    noorbeast, Aug 3, 2016
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  4. hoopstar

    hoopstar when 10/10ths isn't enough..

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    Can you post a link to these 50:1 and 60:1 motors - I'm a bit confused about all the specs and want to make sure I am looking at the right ones.

    The link to the motors in your original post seem to be 20:1 (3600 / 180 = 20) but you're referring to them as 25:1???

    Are they 20:1 or 25:1 and are they suitable for a shoulder mover 2 DOF set up or am I better off with the 50:1 or 60:1?
    hoopstar, Aug 3, 2016
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  5. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    noorbeast, Aug 3, 2016
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  6. Thirsty

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    Wow, what a thread...and rig of course. I admire your skills and ingenuity. Cheers for sharing.
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    Thirsty, Aug 7, 2016
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  7. Daguru

    Daguru Rally drivers do it in the Dirt

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    Hi @noorbeast ive been thinking for a while now about getting a better heave feeling (99% of time my rig is used for rally) so to my question, how does the heave axis feel in dirt rally when you jump ?

    And yeah I love how your rig is small enough to fit on your kitchen counter tops great design ;)
    Daguru, Sep 5, 2016
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  8. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    Heave gives a real sensation of jumps and adds a lot to that style of simulation. It also brings tracks like Nords to life.
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    noorbeast, Sep 5, 2016
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  9. Daguru

    Daguru Rally drivers do it in the Dirt

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    Thank you @noorbeast best go and dig the disc cutter out the shed then lol
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    Daguru, Sep 5, 2016
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    Wow, what a superb job! Congratulation!
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    choclo, Sep 29, 2016
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  11. Chosa4

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    Wow. Lovely rig and brilliant craftsmanship. If i could build my sim as good ad yours (even half as good) my wife would not be pissed at me for doing so, and would probably have a go at sim racing in the end.
    Chosa4, Dec 13, 2016
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  12. noorbeast

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    Much appreciated!

    I am about to pull it apart yet again and relocate the PSUs and JRKs for easier access.
    noorbeast, Dec 13, 2016
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  13. Chosa4

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    Good luck. I may finally get to making mine in 2017. I am the king of procrastination. Added on Oculus DK2 to my sim but I think i'll appreciate it more with motion. Still need a way to justify the price of the motors.
    I went the MotoMonster route but starting to think maybe I should also consider JRKs. Will see when I finally get the motors in January.
    Chosa4, Dec 13, 2016
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  14. rodderz27

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    hi noorbeast im craig nice to meet you, im new to building sims as i work offshore and was wondering if you wouldnt mind me following your design for my sekf due to weight factor ect for travel to and from work, you have built an amazing bit of kit that is far more practical and superior to conventional steel builds. many thank craig
    rodderz27, Dec 14, 2016
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  15. noorbeast

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    As long as it is not for commercial purposes you are most welcome to use any design aspect of my rig.
    Last edited: Dec 15, 2016
    noorbeast, Dec 14, 2016
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  16. rodderz27

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    perfect thank you and no it wont be used for commercial purposes
    rodderz27, Dec 15, 2016
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  17. lysa elec

    lysa elec LYSA ELEC

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    i dont find this one
    lysa elec, Dec 23, 2016
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  18. noorbeast

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    I am sorry but I do not understand what your meant by your comment.
    noorbeast, Dec 23, 2016
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  19. Djay-k

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    Nice and Compact good job
    Djay-k, Jan 8, 2017
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  20. ilbiga

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    Hello noorbeast! Again congratulations for your wonderful simulator! :thumbs
    I need your help. I have two engines similar to yours, but the system is plagued by a strange problem that I still can not understand.
    The sim is powered by a PSU with 47A, but the power supply randomically goes into protection (I believe) for no apparent reason (I do not think that it is a current problem ...).
    Which power supply you use for your simulator?
    Thank you!!!
    ilbiga, Jan 23, 2017
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