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Need help :( sim not working properly

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Travis, Nov 20, 2017.

  1. Travis

    Travis New Member

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    Hello to all,
    So I have nearly finished my first 2 dof setup. Hasn't turned out perfect but it is what it is. But I can not get these wiper motors to work properly. I am using Project Cars for my first game to setup. Is someone able to skype with me so they can see what my damn setup is doing. The motors just spin in circles then sometimes not at all. They don't react properly. I want it to move back a bit as I accelerate then go forwards as I brake. Lean as I turn. And it isn't doing any of that.
    Thanks Regards Trav.
    Travis, Nov 20, 2017
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  2. stevemontuno

    stevemontuno Active Member

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    Post screen shots of all your software settings :thumbs
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    stevemontuno, Nov 20, 2017
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  3. Travis

    Travis New Member

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    Hey.
    I just found out my wiper motors casings are grounded. They aren't as upset now both are not grounded to the frame haha. Disconnected the cases ground so a bit is fixed. I will post settings in a moment.
    Travis, Nov 20, 2017
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  4. Travis

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    Hello stevemontuno,
    Sorry for not replying. but I am now. I just wanted to let you know I have now got my sim working fine. Found out with a google search that I needed Potentiometer's lol. Mounted them behind my wiper motors by drilling through the back plate. Mounting a plastic shaft. That then fits fish tank air hose nicely over it. Then the fish tank air hose goes onto the Potentiometer. And the Potentiometer is mounted on a metal bracket. Set the PID and feedback. Found out about the tuning centre. And BAM!!! It works fine now. I built a full moving frame setup which I like the feel of so far. I have played Project Cars and Need For Speed Shift (Drifting) so far. Also tried it with my HTC Vive and No Limits 2. But mass motion sickness. I have to say though the motion sim helps give a bit of a immersion. But all in all. Thankyou for replying at the start. Happy gaming.
    Travis, Dec 5, 2017
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  5. Gadget999

    Gadget999 Well-Known Member

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    can we see pics and video ?
    Gadget999, Dec 5, 2017
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  6. Travis

    Travis New Member

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    It isn't anything too flash. But it works pretty good. I will post a video at some point.
    Travis, Dec 7, 2017
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    Travis, Dec 7, 2017
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