AW: [simpits-tech] Marv's Rudder Pedals - Update

[Marv De Beque]

A lot depends on the cost of the castings for the pedals themselves, but I
would suspect that a functioning set of rudders will be in the neighborhood
of the cost of a Cougar or possibly somewhat more.  I haven't got down the
cost of the machining, but if I can be clever with the design, it might get
to that range.  You have to understand that these are design goals and there
are a few hurdles to cross to get there.

Yes, I would really like to work with Paul on this one, too.   Let's see how
the gauges go.

One way or another I am committed to getting a number of really neat things
for cockpit builders out the door as soon as possible (including gauges).

The only limits I see at this point are objects that Honeywell manufactures
and that is because of conflict of interests, sorry.  However, that leaves a
lot things open for me to make, possibly some custom work for people, too.

On the subject of gauges, I will be working on the prototype of the Fuel QTY
gauge for the holidays.  This has two needles and a rolling counter.  My
design uses three servos to make both needles and the counter 100%
functional.  I should have a working unit this weekend.  ;-)

Further down the pike I will look into the square instruments (altimeter,
mach meter, ADI, and HSI).  I already have the design for a working VVI and
AOA.  I need more tools to complete those gauges.

Of course, the side stick is just around the corner.  Right now it looks
like the Cougar is the best bet for a grip.

Everyone have a great holiday, for those in the States,  ;-)

Marv

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> From: "Marc Weigert" <mail@marceting.de>
> Reply-To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
> Date: Thu, 4 Jul 2002 15:00:06 +0200
> To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
> Subject: AW: [simpits-tech] Marv's Rudder Pedals
> 
> Hello Marv,
> 
> do you have any idea in what region these rudder pedals will be priced?
> <200USD, <500USD...?? ;)
> 
> Did you see this auction:
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1841425566
> The seller claims the seat to be an original, but modified ACES II! Hmmm -
> just from seeing the chute-box I have my big doubts!!!
> Looks also like you need to be a metals professional to get these pieces
> back to beauty! :P
> 
> Cheers,
> 
> Marc
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> -----Ursprungliche Nachricht-----
>> Von: simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org
>> [mailto:simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org]Im Auftrag von Marv De Beque
>> Gesendet: Donnerstag, 4. Juli 2002 14:21
>> An: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>> Betreff: Re: [simpits-tech] Marv's Rudder Pedals
>> 
>> 
>> Actually, there are plans in the work to build more.  My original
>> design is
>> overkill.  I'm working on a new design that should be a little more
>> affordable, but still has the look and feel of the real thing.
>> --
>> 
>> 
>>> From: "A L B E R T" <shizznit@ihug.com.au>
>>> Reply-To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>>> Date: Thu, 4 Jul 2002 18:46:50 +1000
>>> To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
>>> Subject: [simpits-tech] Marv's Rudder Pedals
>>> 
>>> Marv,
>>> 
>>> Just wondering if you have plans drawn up when you created the
>> Rudder pedals
>>> for the F16? If so, may I take a look. Contemplating just
>> buying a pair of
>>> them from somewhere or try to replicate something of the sort
>> myself...but
>>> need to find out the details.
>>> 
>>> Cheers,
>>> 
>>> Albert
>>> 
>> 
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