I was able to aquire a set of original yokes. They have been shipped and will find a new home in my cockpit. I will post more detail infomations when i start the project of installation…
And check the new page about the Overhead panel – i added lots of information.
waiting for shipment
Hello,
as i start to the conversion of the original trottle – i created a separate Page to cover all the necessary informations. To see some documentation please click on the related page above: updated 17.09.2013 – added description for Trim indicator mechanics and motor block for Lever movement.
During the last 2 weeks i was able to install the basic shell structure. I used a mitre saw from Metabo to cut all the wood. Please have a look at the pictures….
The basis for the shell is divided into 3 parts: Forward cockpit windows and two wall segments.
The roof of the cockpit is put onto the lower part
The overhead panel finds its home in the upper part of the shell. It is held in place by 4 M8 screws.
The shell structure has been closed temporarily with plywood and cardbox. It is really a big difference now to sit inside the sim….
The last two weeks i was working on the Overhead Panel. Soldering Switches and LEDs ! Now the things are taking shape. Below a Picture…
I don´t know why – but no matter how often i clean my working desk – the things are reorganizing themself into chaos again and again and again. By the way – the brand of the beer in the window is “Edelstoff” from Augustiner Braeu Munich – the best beer in the world. The movie running is “Gran Torino” with Clint Eastwood……..
New Youtube Video:
about the Phidgets LED 64 advanced card and some impressions about the Poldragon OVHD….