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Recommend SCN5 weight

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by aerocell, Jan 21, 2010.

  1. aerocell

    aerocell New Member

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    Ok I was thinking of building a racing sim, and I would like to build a fiberglass F1 body with a triple monitor display.
    I weight about 170lbs would this all be too much stress on the acuators?

    Thanks
  2. MasterYoda

    MasterYoda Active Member Gold Contributor

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    Yes and no...

    I will work, but it will greatly depend on a proper CG positioning.
    Try to use an not attached projector screen instead of the 3 head.
    How heavy is the fiberglass body?
    Can you sell me a copy? ;-)

    Cheers,

    MY
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    Thanks for the replies everyone.
    In relation to the body it will actually be pretty light,I will use a combanation of 2 part foam and fiberglass, I will just be building the front end.
    But before I even begin I have to replace the roof of the shed and the weather here is not good, -11 a few weeks ago. :)