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

 

[Clover11]

Opps, wrong thread somehow.

 

[MiniMadRyan]

Hi All,

Currently building my SFX150 actuators (from NTL) and was wondering, for those running the servos on 110v, can anyone give me an idea how many amps they're using? Trying to figure out if I'll need to run the servos on a separate circuit, or if I'll be able to keep it on one!

Cheers
Ryan

 

[d69morpwr]

Hi All,

Currently building my SFX150 actuators (from NTL) and was wondering, for those running the servos on 110v, can anyone give me an idea how many amps they're using? Trying to figure out if I'll need to run the servos on a separate circuit, or if I'll be able to keep it on one!

Cheers
Ryan

I have zero issues running mine on just any outlet in a room.

 

[Fil140]

hi everyone, im going insane here trying to get no limits 2 to run with simfeedback, my harnesses are running with simtools, my wind is running with simhub and so are my transducers, and i have no vr or audio issues. i dont know if im missing something obvious but ive looked through the posts and cant find anything that ive missed but there has to be something....can someone please help.
thanks, phil.

 

[Fil140]

and now i have another issue, when i hit start on dirt rally 2.0 simfeedback stops working and i have to close it, it happened 5 times in a row.again, anyone have any ideas?

 

[Freeon]

and now i have another issue, when i hit start on dirt rally 2.0 simfeedback stops working and i have to close it, it happened 5 times in a row.again, anyone have any ideas?

Simfeedback and Simhub uses the same port for dirt 2.0. You have to port forward in simhub. I've never gotten around to do it myself but here's a screenshot from the discord. Maybe someone else can chime in, or google port forwarding in simhub.

 

[MiniMadRyan]

I have zero issues running mine on just any outlet in a room.

Hey thanks, appreciate it. Hopefully will get testing here soon and get some numbers myself!

 

[Fil140]

Simfeedback and Simhub uses the same port for dirt 2.0. You have to port forward in simhub. I've never gotten around to do it myself but here's a screenshot from the discord. Maybe someone else can chime in, or google port forwarding in simhub.


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I can't find a proper step by step explanation on Google and the discord photo doesn't make much sense, everything assumes some former knowledge or understanding

 

[Freeon]

I can't find a proper step by step explanation on Google and the discord photo doesn't make much sense, everything assumes some former knowledge or understanding

Got it working on mine. Open SimHub, click on Dirt 2.0 game then click on game config on top right corner. In "game telemetry UPD port" put 20777. Check the box beside "forward UDP packets" and put port number 20778. If it says on the screen game is properly configured your done with SimHub. If it says game is not configure click on configure game now. Open SimFeedback folder and look for folder named provider. Inside that folder look for file called "CMTelemetryConfig.txt" open it and change port to 20778. If that file inside provider folder doesn't exist here is mine. Just copy to provider folder. SimFeedback and Simhub should both work with Dirt.

 

[Fil140]

thats excellent thankyou.
now, any chance of the same help for NL2RC?

 

[Freeon]

now, any chance of the same help for NL2RC?

I don't have that game, sorry.

 

[Ksero_0]

Just checked and even the today released Forza Motorsport is working without any problems with SimFeedback.

As of right now there's not a single race title that is not supported by SimFeedback. With the current titles available, new users can have years of fun and enjoyment.

There will probably be a solution for WRC also ( hopefully ) so there's no immediate need for switching to a thanos controller for me. Maybe a thanos controller in the future, time will tell

the wrc 2023 works with simfeedback and spacemokey profile.
https://github.com/PHARTGAMES/SpaceMonkey

Merry Christmas!

 

[HoiHman]

the wrc 2023 works with simfeedback and spacemokey profile.
https://github.com/PHARTGAMES/SpaceMonkey

Merry Christmas!

Yes it works really good.
But..... SimFeedback has not one but two providers for EA WRC.

A native unfiltered provider for SimFeedback has been developed also. It works really good, i have been beta testing it for weeks now.

SimFeedback users with access to the discord forum can get it right now. The info on how to get the new developed provider can be found on the WRC23 topic in the SimFeedback Discord.

 

[Klingomucingo]

Yes it works really good.
But..... SimFeedback has not one but two providers for EA WRC.

A native unfiltered provider for SimFeedback has been developed also. It works really good, i have been beta testing it for weeks now.

SimFeedback users with access to the discord forum can get it right now. The info on how to get the new developed provider can be found on the WRC23 topic in the SimFeedback Discord.

and the rest who is not on discord? Left out in the cold rain, Merry Christmas!

 

[HoiHman]

and the rest who is not on discord? Left out in the cold rain, Merry Christmas!

That's not by my decision, but fortunately you can still use the space monkey provider which is pretty good also and free to download on gitlab.

 

[Klingomucingo]

That's not by my decision, but fortunately you can still use the space monkey provider which is pretty good also and free to download on gitlab.

absolutely not meant personally in your direction (you've been the messenger, sorry), I know that wasn't your decision.

BTW: What keeps the discord users from sharing stuff with other SFB users?

 

[no disclaimer]

I just tried to downloading spacemonkey as administrator and it installed. It shows the app being installed but there's no way to get to the interface. It's not in the start menu so I tried uninstalling and reinstalling same thing. I want to use it for motion on wreckfest.

 

[Namake_HU]

I have a strange bug. When Steam is running, the SimFeedback Assetto Corsa profile has Telemetry (green dot), even though AC is not running yet. Pitch Degree is -0.13 and Roll Degree is -0.92 (it jerks on startup). The other profiles have no Telemetry until the game actually starts. It's very annoying to have jerky and skewed rig. What could be the cause? What can I do to debugging?

 

[HoiHman]

I have a strange bug. When Steam is running, the SimFeedback Assetto Corsa profile has Telemetry (green dot), even though AC is not running yet. Pitch Degree is -0.13 and Roll Degree is -0.92 (it jerks on startup). The other profiles have no Telemetry until the game actually starts. It's very annoying to have jerky and skewed rig. What could be the cause? What can I do to debugging?

You could start by trying a fresh install of SimFeedback and see if the problem is still there.
Just install it in a different folder and copy the SimFeedback.xml

Make sure Simhub is not running in the background and try the game without content manager.

 

[Namake_HU]

Make sure Simhub is not running in the background and try the game without content manager.

I have no Simhub, and CM is not running.

1. Run Simfeedbeck, Select AC profile, Start
- everything ok, rig lifted, no telemetry

2. Run Steam
- rig jerks to random position, telemetry green