DIY Motion Simulator - Motion Actuators Advice

Hi again,

Now that I've got my head around how the pc's handle the motion simulator... I've now got another problem..... What is the most affordable set of actuators which arn't d-box actuators because they are abit to pricey.

I have always like how the d plate works and that the human racing gt chassis can just fit right on top of the plate which looks very nice and tidy. But without the right actuators ( fast speed and can handle good amounts of weight ) it is just like a cheap playseat!!!

Any advice on which direction to point me in would be appreciated

Hi Harry,

are you looking for DIY actuator or commercial actuator?

What is your budget?

Large DC motors, 12v 200 watt worm gears , JRK control will give the extra wild jolts and Bass shakers - butt kickers will give fine tactile vibration, at about 1/8 the cost of a dbox actuator.
@Harry Woodhead , as racingmat asks, whats your budget. And whats your intended build in mind? Motor placement will affect motion if not done right.

Budget would be around £500. I would rather them be commercial actuators so that they'll be easy to get hold of. I would intend for them to be used how d-box actuators are used on d plates but just simply changing them to cheaper ones.

If you are looking at mounting like dbox ,
DC motors like winches would give you that lift being right under a frame, but are a bit bigger.
Or you could use 12v 20 watt worm gear motors with a 50:1 box on each, but for full frame lift, you would need 4.
Again, it depends on the frame you have in mind.
500 quid limits things a bit. Maybe 2 x 200 watt motors and 2 JRKs would be covered by that.

Unfortunately I don't think you have the budget to build a system with commercial actuators that have the power to lift a frame (d-box/plate style) with a person on it at the speeds required.