mavictb 0 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 Simul8r, Can you tell me what the overall dimensions of the rig are, following the plans for the Mk II version? I just want to make sure that once I have the initial frame completed, it will fit through the door going into the racing room. thanks... Jim My rig fit through my standard size front door with no issue. the width of the rig on the top bar from the endcap to outside of crossbar is 33 1/4 inches wich is the widest part of the rig. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdmartin 0 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 thank you....shouldn't be a problem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BK_NC 73 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 Thanks Jim, honestly I allow my pride to get in the way not to accept but just mere recongnition, however I would truthfully admit my family and I could use the kind help, so thank you. Any donations can be sent to my Paypal account: [email protected] I've not built a Simul8r rig myself but I will be making a donation. I think its the least the community should do and especially if someone did benefit from all your hard work and generosity. It won't break anyone here to send a few bucks your way when you are in need especially in light of how much we all spend on our sim racing "toys" anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdmartin 0 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 thank you, BK.....you echoed my sentiments exactly.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 Simul8r, Can you tell me what the overall dimensions of the rig are, following the plans for the Mk II version? I just want to make sure that once I have the initial frame completed, it will fit through the door going into the racing room. thanks... Jim Sure, PVC frame without a seat mounted are approximately: length - 5 ft width - 3 ft height to top of front table - 2 ft Depending on how you mount your seat could be 3 to 3 1/2 ft high when folded forward to a little as nothing if reclined as far as it can go. The down side when moving the rig with the seat through perhaps a standard 3 foot door way would be a bit heavy and clumbersome. I found putting the rig on it's side is easier when transporting through doorways. And if needed you can remove the seat and then mount it later the room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 I've not built a Simul8r rig myself but I will be making a donation. I think its the least the community should do and especially if someone did benefit from all your hard work and generosity. It won't break anyone here to send a few bucks your way when you are in need especially in light of how much we all spend on our sim racing "toys" anyway. Thanks for the comments BK, appreciated it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdmartin 0 Report post Posted October 10, 2012 Sure, PVC frame without a seat mounted are approximately: length - 5 ft width - 3 ft height to top of front table - 2 ft Depending on how you mount your seat could be 3 to 3 1/2 ft high when folded forward to a little as nothing if reclined as far as it can go. The down side when moving the rig with the seat through perhaps a standard 3 foot door way would be a bit heavy and clumbersome. I found putting the rig on it's side is easier when transporting through doorways. And if needed you can remove the seat and then mount it later the room. Thanks, Vic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sozai5789 0 Report post Posted October 13, 2012 today i got my seat with free its a bmw M3 seat and i dont need to pay for it haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rexman77 0 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Hi, Great work I can't download de file Can you help me? João Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Hi, Great work I can't download de file Can you help me? João Hey Joao, no file to dwnload. You can right click and copy the image on your end and print or refer to the plans as you see it on screen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rexman77 0 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 ok, I only see the photos, and 2 images in the second link. The firts is disable, and in the video Sean has prints of a scratchs Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 ok, I only see the photos, and 2 images in the second link. The firts is disable, and in the video Sean has prints of a scratchs Thanks Plans are deep way back on page 18...... viewtopic.php?f=110&t=1634&start=170 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Made changes to title indicating where plans for my rig can be found. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nvidia2349 1 Report post Posted October 28, 2012 Hi for all im back with some moddings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jon MacLean 0 Report post Posted November 14, 2012 Apologies if this has been asked before. The Mk2 version, what height of user was that built for? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted November 15, 2012 Apologies if this has been asked before. The Mk2 version, what height of user was that built for? Much taller than the Mk1 for sure. I stretched the original lower frame and raised the front a few more inches just to accomodate gamers much like Darin Gangi's height who if I'm not mistaken stands 6'3". My rig with the seat I mounted should allow those pass 6'5" I'm sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted December 1, 2012 Been a while but I have been slowly working on a new viewing display for my rig. Here's a quick tease of what I copied from Remco Hitman's idea of super FOV using a 720p projector. Immersion is thru the roof IMO compared to my previous 3 LCD monitor setup. Once again Remco, thank you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=/vOlCY_kXgXI Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LowHungFuzzyDice 32 Report post Posted December 2, 2012 simul8r, why you gotta tease us like that. There's a big ole spot where a pic should be, but the pic isn't there. Duuuuuude!!! =0/ Hehe... in any respect. I'd still love to see what you got. Is it possible to put it in Dropbox and link us to the file? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itgeek69 0 Report post Posted December 3, 2012 Good day all, Down to the wire for building the rig. a couple 45 deg connectors away.. However, I have read mixed comments on what to cut with. I picked up a Stanley PVC Saw as that was all Home Depot(up here.. eh ) would recommend. Mr Cole used a mitre box to cut his, and it seemed to work well. I found schedule 40 PVC Pipe up here, but no idea if it is the same as what they or anyone else used. oh, besides the fact that it was $220 CDN+ tax and no clamps or wood yet! Seat was 100(used Sparco on Kijiji) Just thought I'd check if anyone had "other" suggestions THX and BIG thx to SIMUL8R Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted December 4, 2012 Just thought I'd check if anyone had "other" suggestions THX and BIG thx to SIMUL8R Sure, you can find the dimensions of the 2 inch pipes/Schedule #40 I used on page 22 showing the thickness using a caliper: viewtopic.php?f=110&t=1634&start=210 , hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LowHungFuzzyDice 32 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 simul8r, that is just freakin awesome. That rig with the Super FOV... to die for brotha. Nice job man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfalfa 1 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 You switched from three 20" LCDs to one with the Super FOV (I think that's the term that's floating around to refer to this kind of setup). Two questions: you think it is worth it to go from three 23" monitors to one with Super FOV? Second question, if I go for the super FOV thing, you think I can still use my PC for general computing (or should I just keep one 23" monitor and bring it up every time I need it for general computing/surfing/etc). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simul8r 114 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 Two questions: you think it is worth it to go from three 23" monitors to one with Super FOV? Second question, if I go for the super FOV thing, you think I can still use my PC for general computing (or should I just keep one 23" monitor and bring it up every time I need it for general computing/surfing/etc). That would be your decision Alfalfa. Bottom line for me was after seeing some of Remco's videos of his setup I was sold and made the decision to sell off my 3-20's including the PVC stand immediately. If your'e on the fence with this then see if borrowing a 16:9 projector just to try it out is within your reach. By that time and it becomes in favor of the projector then I think you'll will make that decision to whether keep 1 or all the 23's you currently have. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LowHungFuzzyDice 32 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 How about 3 Super FOVs? =0) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kmorris08 1 Report post Posted December 7, 2012 Awesome rig, and I totally plan on making one of my own soon enough. But I have a question about the seat height. I've noticed a lot of users that place the rig in front of a TV, or have their display mounted in front of them. I would be using this in conjunction to my computer desk (standard height). What is the seat height of this? I know it varies depending on seat / rails, etc, but I don't see this being near the height of my computer chair (about 15 inches). Would I have to modify the base a little bit, or add some extra "fluff" to get that extra inches of height? If I'm too low, I don't believe I'll be able to have a good viewing angle on my monitors. It just seems by looking at all the other finished rigs, that I'll be sitting too low. 1 fabface reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
