The SimFeedback-AC DIY Motion Simulator thread

[sjb266]

Hey guys. Thought I’d create a thread for those taking the plunge into this brilliant DIY project..
I will be starting mine soon and I know there are others thinking about it.. so feel free to share your knowledge and experiences so we can all enjoy this platform to its full potential. A huge thanks to the developers who have really knocked this one out of the park!

Website: https://opensfx.com/2019/02/20/welcome-to-our-new-site/

Github: https://github.com/SimFeedback/SimFeedback-AC-Servo/wiki

For all the internals for the actuator contact Amy - skye@ntl-bearing.com
She can supply everything you need. Just remind her you want the ends of the shafts chamfered and make sure she sends the right sized ball screw - we have had a couple of issues reported. She is very helpful though and the cost is pretty good.


Huge thanks to @RowanH for writing a comprehensive user guide which can be accessed here - https://www.rowanhick.com/sfx-100-build-and-running-guide

In addition, @anton_Chez has contributed a list of post numbers for some of the important settings etc..
Post #320 SFX-100 thread
Post #327 SFX-100 thread for Discord correlation
Post #339 SFX-100 thread
Post #418 SFX-100 thread
Post #424 SFX-100 thread
Post #439 SFX-100 thread
Post #449 SFX-100 thread
Post #517 SFX-100 thread
Post #554 SFX-100 thread
Post #580 SFX-100 thread
Post #826 SFX-100 thread
Post #837 SFX-100 thread
Post #864,866,867,868,870,887,889,897 SFX-100 thread
Post #911,914 SFX-100 thread
Post #988,992,998 SFX-100 thread
Post #1147 SFX-100 thread
Post #1492 SFX-100 thread
Post #1511,1517 SFX-100 thread

I will try to keep this page updated with links to source the parts in other parts of the world. Just post whatever links you have and i'll add them here.

Please note: Not all the parts listed below are essential for the project. For the essential parts refer to the original shopping list.

Australia:

• O-Ring - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Kit-419Pcs-O-Ring-O-Ring-Black-Rubber-32-Sizes-With-Case-3-50mm-W8D7/223152697816?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• D-Sub breakout board - DB25 25pin Female Adapter RS-232 Serial Terminal Module Breakout Board Connector
• Emergency Stop - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Reliable-Emergency-Stop-Push-Button-Box-600V-Switch-for-Elevator/192115082001?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• Arduino Wiring - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/40-pcs-Dupont-Cable-20cm-Jumper-Wire-for-Arduino-RPi-breadboard-AU-Stock/202436863098?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&var=502467628096&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• Breadboard - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Mini-Solderless-Breadboard-400-Contacts-Tie-points-Universal-Available-New-lemon/123145741183?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• D-Dub Cable - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-D...h=item3f6ace6403:g:038AAOSw9mpaSsU2:rk:1:pf:0
• Screw Shield for Arduino Leonardo - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Scr...h=item25a9d471a4:g:5BgAAOSwraJbc9rC:rk:1:pf:0
• Arduino Leonardo Replica - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DIY-Eduino-Leonardo-Module-with-USB-Cable-for-Arduino-ATMEGA32U4-Blue-Black/132719951279?epid=916281063&hash=item1ee6b9bdaf:g:2QUAAOSw5iNbWv6b:rk:123f:

Thanks to @AussieSim for the following links:

10A power lead(s) * 4
https://www.jaycar.com.au/2m-black-mains-extension-lead/p/PS4152

Top quality wire stripper
https://sydneytools.com.au/product/boxo-cutws205-multifunction-wire-stripper

RCD/safety switch power block
https://www.bunnings.com.au/arlec-4-outlet-heavy-duty-portable-safety-switch_p4420028

WD-40 lithium grease for the ball screws
https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-specialist-300g-high-performance-white-lithium-grease_p6100408

Vibration pads
https://www.bunnings.com.au/whites-on-site-100-x-12-5mm-rubber-anti-vibration-mat-4-pack_p3961547

WD-40 Dry PTFE spray for the slider (free shipping)
https://au.rs-online.com/mobile/p/lubricants/7577134/

Arduino Leonardo (free shipping + frequent 10-15% off discount)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/a000057/arduino-corporation

DB25 cables * 4 (free shipping)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/ak401-2/assmann-wsw-components-inc

PETG * 3 (free shipping)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/petg17bk1/mg-chemicals

WAGO-like connectors to avoid a breadboard (perhaps use genuine ones if you are doing 240V AC)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32906719488.html

D-Sub breakout boards * 4
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32297675967.html

3D printer Creality Ender-3 Pro
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32918302452.html

Wires from Arduino to D-Sub breakout (remove black plastic from the WAGO end)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32887680826.html

Crimp connectors for AC wire leads
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32813550981.html

 

[mrbean_phillip]

Ha, ok, if other sims are ok, then ignore my feedback, it’s not relevant in that case - It seems I have not properly read your question

Then Henk’s advice is appl8cable.

Cheers,
‘Beano

 

[Jasje]

@HoiHman I have tried all your suggestions but no luck.

- Tested codemastersalt provider and changed telemetry port 20778
- Fresh simfeedback installation
- Checked if other applications were listening on 20777 just to be sure (none found)
- Nothing is running except Dirt Rally and simfeedback
- Removed power for my sfx servo drivers so there would be no risk of EMI

I'm gonna remove the game again and reinstall one more time..

 

[anton_Chez]

Remove the document folder, instead of reinstalling the whole game. The settings are saved in there and if you're not removing the folder from there you're wasting your time.

 

[Jasje]

edit: damn, it was working and now it stopped again... aargh this is driving me nuts

 

[HoiHman]

@Jasje

<udp enabled="true" extradata="1" ip="127.0.0.1" port="20778" delay="1" />

Set extradata to 1 instead of 3

 

[Jasje]

@HoiHman nope

this is my xml structure:

<motion_platform>
   <udp enabled="true" extradata="1" ip="127.0.0.1" port="20778" delay="1" />
</motion_platform>

Same result. The first data comes in fast, after a couple of seconds the lag starts and then it stays at 4 seconds delay. I really don't get it. CPU behaviour is normal and nothing else is started except dirt rally 2 and simfeedback.

Is there a way to add logging to your dll to see what's coming in? Is the code available?

 

[Pyronious]

To the guys that ordered from SKYE and Kinetic how long did it take before you received your parts? The communication is really lacking after the order.lol

Here are the shipping times on my order (to USA West Coast):

Servo Motors (Mia Chu / Master Jiang 3SMT <miaju@foxmail.com>)
Ordered on Feb 21, 2019
Delivered on Feb 28,2019 (7 days)

Aluminum Extrusions (Kinetik MSystem <info@haec-aluminium.de>)
Ordered on Feb 21, 2019
Delivered on March 7, 2019 (14 days)

Bearing parts (Amy / NTL Bearing <amy@ntl-bearing.com>)
Orderd on Feb 21, 2019
Delivered March 5, 2019 (12 days)

This was all pre-COVID so I imagine things could take longer now.

 

[Pyronious]

Hey everyone,

I'm doing another small group buy of my fully-assembled SFX-100 shields. Please PM me if you would like to get one from this batch. Of course you are also welcome to fabricate your own - the design is open source and available on my GitHub page.

 

[d69morpwr]

Anybody had the profiles take 3 weeks? I got a email from dhl saying they sent the information but that's it and that was on the 4th.

And I just got my order from SKYE and no motors but I paid for them.

 

[Freeon]

Took 3-4 weeks for my profiles. I think it's the same for everyone.

As for SKYE when I received all my parts there was only 3 motor/servo. Then realized that the link for the tracking number actually contained 3 tracking numbers because there was 3 packages. Got the 4th servo/motor 2 days later.

 

[slikk66]

And I just got my order from SKYE and no motors but I paid for them.

My motors from Skye also showed up a week later. My FedEx delivery showed up with 2 of 3 packages, but it did show one was delayed. Apparently it missed a plane in Japan, and that particular flight out of Japan only comes every several days. I called FedEx to have it tracked.

 

[dizzyj]

I just got my opensfx working yesterday. Thanks to all the great information out there, everything worked first try! I ended up using the item24 profile because my order from kinetik was taking so long (I ordered in feb). That said, I also just received my kinetik order. So, I have a set of Kinetik profile, inserts, and tnuts that I dont plan on using. I'd like to get back what I paid for them, but if anyone in the US is planning on ordering from kinetik, ill sell you these. Might save weeks/months of wait time.

 

[d69morpwr]

My motors from Skye also showed up a week later. My FedEx delivery showed up with 2 of 3 packages, but it did show one was delayed. Apparently it missed a plane in Japan, and that particular flight out of Japan only comes every several days. I called FedEx to have it tracked.

That's the same boat im in. Motors are sitting there waiting for a plane. Oh well im still waiting on the profiles....

 

[Herbie Rooprai]

I recall reading a tip sometime ago that recommended using rc glue to attach the o-ring to the printed bumpstop.
Has anyone done this?

 

[d69morpwr]

I just got my opensfx working yesterday. Thanks to all the great information out there, everything worked first try! I ended up using the item24 profile because my order from kinetik was taking so long (I ordered in feb). That said, I also just received my kinetik order. So, I have a set of Kinetik profile, inserts, and tnuts that I dont plan on using. I'd like to get back what I paid for them, but if anyone in the US is planning on ordering from kinetik, ill sell you these. Might save weeks/months of wait time.

Where were you a few weeks ago? lol This all started because I found someone that had the printed parts and wasn't going to use them.

 

[EsxPaul]

I recall reading a tip sometime ago that recommended using rc glue to attach the o-ring to the printed bumpstop.
Has anyone done this?

I also remember it being mentioned a few times. There are references to it here:

https://www.racedepartment.com/thre...y-motion-simulator-thread.159524/post-2923444
https://www.racedepartment.com/thre...y-motion-simulator-thread.159524/post-2949439

 

[diablo2112]

There's a special RC tire glue (that has rubber in it). You can find it any hobby shop. That's what I used.

 

[Herbie Rooprai]

Thank you Paul/Diablo... that is the info i was looking for.

 

[EsxPaul]

Thank you Paul/Diablo... that is the info i was looking for.

My apologies, Herbie. I need to pay more attention to what I'm reading

I completely missed the 'rc' part of your question and it didn't register until I saw the answer from diablo.

 

[dizzyj]

Using my setup for a few days now. stock settings on iracing 60 hz. Its making me motion sick. Triple screens no vr. I do have my monitors attached to the rig So they move. Is this normal? Something you just get used to?