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Post by Carl "Ricky" Jansson on Apr 27, 2017 15:43:39 GMT -5
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Post by John D Barry on Apr 27, 2017 21:33:29 GMT -5
Just thought it was time to share my setup. The frame and seat is from Simworx's. Running 3x Acer 144hz G-Sync Monitors Wheel: CSW v2 Pedals: Simworx GT pro Shifter: Fantec S v1.5 PC: CPU: i7 4790 with Corsair H100i cooler RAM: 16gb 1600mhz Corsair MB: Asus z97 Sabertooth Mark 1 GC: Gigabyte gtx 980ti xtreme d
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Post by Roman "Oogie" C. on Apr 28, 2017 0:57:54 GMT -5
Nice setup John - looks great. And always a (green) screwdriver close by - same with me here
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on Apr 28, 2017 4:44:49 GMT -5
How I have mounted my paddles Thanks for the pics carl! What is that plate that holds the shifters made of? Aluminum? Seems like it's two plates joined together? Also, the paddles seem to be wider than the wheel, is that a good feel? My paddles in the formula rim are much more towards the inside
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on Apr 28, 2017 15:43:05 GMT -5
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Post by Mattias Magnusson on Apr 28, 2017 16:09:39 GMT -5
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 1, 2017 14:45:39 GMT -5
Since I sold both my wheel and my seat: (notice the booze reserve where I usually sat. That's why I was never going fast...I was too busy doing something else... I will reinvest all that hard cash I got for that POS in a proper setup: 8020 chassis + direct drive! Let me introduce to you: my shopping list! 1. 8020 Chassis. Made by Sim-labs.eu here in The Netherlands, it is not too expensive, while at the same time compact and well engineered. I wanted the motedis, but this costs the same and it looks better (and smaller). 250 eur 2. Direct Drive: small mige (20nm) with small psu. Small psu because i will probabl never run it more than 50% power, so who cares. www.simracingbay.com/product/simucube-based-osw-kit-with-acrylic-case/3. Seat: Sparco sourced from local marketplace. Used but in okeyish conditions. Can be reclined for a quick nap between sessions. This is where things get interesting! 4. Wheel/Rim: Sparco sourced from local marketplace. Ugly but cheap (and i won't look at it with the oculus) 5. Button Plate/Box: 3d printed, tweaked a design by a german iracing forum user. Added a few more buttons according to my tastes here it is taking shape: 6. 3d printed quick release: will be fastened with a mountain bike seat fastener. can be found at the decathlon next door... and for the next week or so... this will be my temporary position...
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 2, 2017 4:33:12 GMT -5
In real racing steering wheels, you often see some buttons protected by a "cilinder" around it so the driver doesn't accidentally push it. I thought it could be a good idea, so i designed my own to go with 12mm momentary switches. The switches dimensions are: Feel free to download and print it. The protector is about 8mm tall, which doesn't fully cover the button, but is pretty easy to feel with your thumb, so very helpful if you use an oculus.
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Post by Mattias Magnusson on May 2, 2017 5:02:13 GMT -5
So you got a 3d printer? I really need to get my self one. The possibilitys are endless :
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Post by Sven Cammaerts on May 2, 2017 5:59:13 GMT -5
a decent 3D printer that can print 25x25cm is still 1000€ or more (i looked it up again last week)
but you can cheaply print any 3D CAD design for a low amount of money in online shops. I think Alessandro mentioned he was charged 20€ + transport for his wheel plate
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 2, 2017 6:17:38 GMT -5
No I never bought one and don't plan on buying one, since I don't print enough stuff
i design the parts and then use 3dhubs.com to find local 3d printer owners who are happy to do it for a fee.
This last batch of 3d printed stuff was only 50e in total, and I printed A LOT of parts. Enough for 2 wheels!
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 2, 2017 6:19:43 GMT -5
the 3d printed button plate was about 13eur for the front part, 5 eur for the back part, and another 3 or 4 euros for the two paddles.
The QR is about 12 euros because it needs to be filled 100% to guarantee enough strenght...it's all very affordable
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Post by Mattias Magnusson on May 2, 2017 7:01:44 GMT -5
Oh shit never heard about site. Awsome thanks, will look in to that
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 2, 2017 7:05:12 GMT -5
The guy who is making the parts just messaged me that the front plate started this morning at 8am. It will be done tonight at 7pm.
11h of printing
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 4, 2017 2:15:39 GMT -5
3d printed material ready! this weekend I'll be busy buying screws bolts n nuts and soldering it all together!
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 4, 2017 2:16:42 GMT -5
and the other paddle. Red and Green for the giggles
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 4, 2017 3:13:15 GMT -5
An interesting article from Ricmotech about the ergonomics of a seating position. Looking at the sim-lab rig, i think i will slightly modify it when I will put it together, as I think the seat would be too high. If you look at this image: the difference between the bottom of your butt and your heel would be only 1,25" in a Mx-5, which has one of the most sporty seating positions of all (in comparison, the Z4 feels like a sofa). Perhaps this is interesting also for everyone else. The major concern I have with my current temporary setup (a g25 an and office chair) is that the pedals are way too low, forcing me to brakeby applying force with my ankle rather than with my entire leg, which is caused by the wrong seating position (which is what most people use before they buy a chassis)
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Post by Mattias Magnusson on May 4, 2017 3:52:36 GMT -5
Ive tried to set my seat so that o sit as in a gt1/gt3 car. My heels are slightly lower then my butt and my seat is titled backwards
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 4, 2017 4:04:23 GMT -5
Yes that's what I would like to achieve too. I will raise the pedals and lower the seat. Not sure If I can manage to recline it with the tools and parts I have, but I reckon a couple of degrees reclined would be nice
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Post by Alessandro Longoni on May 9, 2017 2:36:55 GMT -5
Not finished yet, but this is where it is now. The seat is great. Stays well put at 90deg when driving, between sessions i can recline it a bit backwards for chillin' Cables are a mess because it's not finished yet Any ideas how can i fit the rear speaker in the holes behind the head?
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