[simpits-tech] Rack mount Computer System

[Marv De Beque]

Done steel welding with a MIG and it is very easy.  Never tried aluminum,
but I understand most of the work is in the preparation of the metal.  That
and it takes some attention to detail.

I wouldn't set your heart on anything being cheap doing it this way.  I
figure 50 to 100 hours would be about right for the job.  However, it would
be a kick-butt cockpit that would be able to be used with a motion platform.

My goal is strength and light weight.  Wood is a lot easier, but my current
wood cockpit probably weighs 500+ pounds.  I would think that I could cut
that in at least 1/2 using strait aluminum.

Marv


On 8/9/03 7:16 PM, "Joseph Fagner" <falcon4@sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> I heard welding aluminum is a pain in the ass since you pretty much have to
> TIG weld it.  I wouldn't know first hand, a guy at work says MIG welding a
> cinch, but TIG welding is another story.  If you do do it, let me know what
> it would cost for you to fabricate one versus me doing it myself from your
> plans (if you care to share them of course).  Keep in mind I, too, would
> have to purchase a welding (not opposed to doing that) and the materials.  I
> would really like to try it myself if it's possible to do as a beginner.
> 
> Jay
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org [mailto:simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org]
> On Behalf Of Marv De Beque
> Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2003 5:32 PM
> To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
> Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] Rack mount Computer System
> 
> Yeah, I am about ready to buy a welder.  I can get the aluminum easy enough
> ($1 per pound).
> 
> I want to weld up a tub frame and then skin it.  Should be very light and
> very strong.  The bloody canopy weighs 200 lbs.  I expect the cockpit
> without avionics will weigh in at about 200 to 250 lbs.  Oh, and it would be
> modular so I can transport it in and out of rooms.
> 
> Marv
> 
> On 8/9/03 5:46 PM, "Joseph Fagner" <falcon4@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> 
>> That's really the question.  I'm not sure what I'm willing to pay, but I
>> think that's what I ultimately want.  I'm willing to lay out some cash for
> a
>> seat, rudder pedals etc...  So I imagine I'd be willing to lay it out for
>> the tub.  What I'd really like to do is build it my self, seems like it
>> would really be fun, but I just don't have that kind of savvy working with
>> metal.  It's got to be modular so I can disassemble and move it, since
> it's
>> going to be upstairs.
>> 
>> Jay
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org
> [mailto:simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org]
>> On Behalf Of Marv De Beque
>> Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2003 2:57 PM
>> To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>> Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] Rack mount Computer System
>> 
>> What are willing to pay for a tub made out of aluminum?
>> 
>> 
>> On 8/9/03 3:45 PM, "Joseph Fagner" <falcon4@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> For anyone who is remotely interested.  I have uploaded 4 pictures to the
>>> web site showing what I have been doing for the last 4-5 months.  Since I
>>> don't have a real F-16 tub and I'm waiting to see what the boys at EMYCSA
>>> produce, I decided to work a bit backwards.  I finally finished the rack
>>> this morning, putting on the finishing touches.
>>> 
>>> I have more pictures if anyone is curious how I did this.  Not really
> very
>>> exciting, but a challenge none the less.
>>> 
>>> Jay
>>> 
>>> 
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