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Best method to connect the pot to the motor?

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by siantic, Oct 22, 2014.

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  1. siantic

    siantic Member

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    Thanks @insanegr and @RacingMat!!! :D
    I have removed the pcb and i have connected the wires directly to the brushes and... it works!!!

    Now i need to know where put the potentiometer.

    If i put it rear the motor i need to make a hole on the back but it is made of iron:
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    is difficult to do?
    how can i do?

    Thanks!!!
    siantic, Nov 5, 2014
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  2. RacingMat

    RacingMat Well-Known Member Gold Contributor

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    My Motion Simulator:
    2DOF, DC motor, Arduino
    You can drill a hole (don't leave any iron filing "limaille" in the gears)
    or you don't modify you rmotor and you can use the lever to connect your pot: see FAQ
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    RacingMat, Nov 5, 2014
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