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New 3DOF Flight sim project

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Achtepa, May 27, 2015.

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  1. speedy

    speedy Well-Known Member

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    Thanks @speedy I can't do it myself but i'm sure I could find someone to do that for me. In terms of cost of parts for something like that not including labor, what do you think it would cost ? I'm trying to get an idea so i don't get ripped off when looking for someone to build it.

    Thank you.
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    @cthiggin is that 2" 3mm tubing you used for the frame ?
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    Hi Joe,
    I used "thick wall 1/8" - 1.5" x 1.5" Steel.
    See where @speedy replied to you.........great AC guru.......super nice member.

    Tom
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    cthiggin, Jun 3, 2015
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    Thanks Tom ... you're such a big good friend ;) .

    I guess you can build a parts list in any electronics online order form like Farnell and see for yourself with the suitable currency and shipping .
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    Awesome, thanks a ton both of you :) I'm currently working in building a model in sketchup and will post soon. Just trying to decide between rectangular or hexagonal base. I was thinking maybe something like so for the base but rectangular like yours for the top ?

    [​IMG]
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    Joe,
    IMHO, the hex base will let you get the motors/gearheads angled closer which would give you a smaller footprint & again, IMHO, feel the need for a custom spring would be eliminated...........
    AND the fact you have purchased hi hp motors and heavy duty gearheads.
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    cthiggin, Jun 3, 2015
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    Ok awesome, let's go with that then. Now to get started with sketchup...
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    Thanks @noorbeast I'm still in the modeling phase but will be looking at that when it comes time to make it move :)
    Achtepa, Jun 4, 2015
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