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- Sismo Configuration with Prosim v2.0 — 7 comments
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- Customizing Sounds in Prosim737 2.x — 5 comments
- Building a Rear Bulkhead — 3 comments
- A Clutching Situation — 2 comments
Tony
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Nov 17
Finding Parts for your Simulator
Where do you go to find parts for your simulator? I’ll give you a little insight.
Oct 04
Building a Rear Bulkhead
I am now in the process of adding a rear bulkhead to fully enclose the cockpit and add that extra bit of realism with Circuit Breaker (CB) panels, dome lights, jump seat, etc. The rear bulkhead will eventually also contain all the PCs, the instructor station with touchscreen display, a printer, and some storage. The …
Aug 14
The Devil in the Details – Bringing my Simulated Cockpit to Life
Adding more detail to the cockpit environment.
Apr 19
You’re such a Knob! 3D Printed Map/Chart Light Knobs
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I love my 3D printer. I use it regularly to quickly make small parts I need using just a little imagination and creativity. A part I’ve been wanting to make for a while is the Boeing 737 Map/Chart Light knobs on the forward sidewalls. No one seems to make …
Apr 06
Wet Compass and More 3D Printed Parts
I have to say, I’m really enjoying my 3D printer. For less than $300 for a Creality Ender 3 printer, coupled with Autodesk Fusion360, I’m able to make just about any component I need on a small scale. Comes in really handy when you’re willing to put in a little extra money and time to …
Apr 06
Stick It! – Making Placard Stickers/Decals For Your Flight Sim
I’m starting to work on smaller details of my sim now that most of the major things (at least, those I can afford) are mostly complete. One of the areas I wanted to enhance was cockpit placards (or decals, stickers, whatever you want to call them). I looked around on the Internet and there were …
Mar 02
Scotty, I need more power! – Powering Your Sim
Power. It’s the life-blood of any sim. Not enough and you’ll end up with random disconnects, brown-outs, and potentially damaged electronics. Put too much in and you’ll fry your electronics. Worst case, you’ll start a fire.
Jan 10
Chip On Board (COB) LED Light Strips – Perfect for MIP Lighting
Chip on Board (COB) LED Strips are perfect replacements for your traditional under-dash LED light strips.
Jan 10
Progress Update – January 2021
Here’s the latest updates on what I’ve been working on the last few months. It’s a lot!
Aug 04
To See or Not to See – My Flight Simulator Visual Displays
Learn a little about various visual systems and how mine has grown through the years.
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