Grass' pit, "Ridgewood"

[agrasyuk]

it looks like it is actually happening...
I've been working on a bit of a side sim project for a few months now. actually on a huge project... perhaps even the Ultimate sim project.
At the moment I am on a trip to Texas, getting to see it in person - T-38B trainer. The plan is to make this plane into a dual-seat F-5E simulator. some of you might be following the progress on FJP discord. if all goes right I will be part of the team that gets to work on it. I get to design and build the visuals and the avionics

I get to measure things in preparation. plywood is not going to cut it for this project, I'm gathering my senses to work with sheet alum.

Edited February 10, 2022 by agrasyuk

[Vinc_Vega]

Thumps up! That should be a real hardware job.

Good luck, please keep us informed.

Regards, Vinc

[Viper1970]

On 2/3/2022 at 3:18 PM, agrasyuk said:

Thank you for the comment @Viper1970. Don't sell yourself short though, you are making some great stuff. 

 

Here is a fresher picture for you

 

I'm taking a short break from building  to learn how this contraption I built flies and finally get some enjoyment from it . Joined a virtual squadron of a-10c drivers and doing some training. I'm the number #3 on that screenshot. Somehow managed to hold it steady long enough for the lead to snap this picture . Almost looks like I can formation

 

Your pit is done so well, I will never reach this kind of perfection. Looks like a very big "side project" you startet. Can you share the discord link. I'm very interested in it

[Deadman]

agrasyuk do you have a link to the discord channel? nothing came up on a search Thanks

[agrasyuk]

4 hours ago, Deadman said:

agrasyuk do you have a link to the discord channel? nothing came up on a search Thanks

12 hours ago, Viper1970 said:

 Can you share the discord link. I'm very interested in it

FJP - Fast Jet Performance. https://www.fastjetperformance.com/
the only way to join however is via his Patreon. it's a paid membership server.

[Viper1970]

sad! Maybe you can post some photos from time to time if you are allowed.

[Deadman]

Ah yes one must pay for things but VAT for purchase made from outside the UK nope. and a bit price as well but hey thanks for the link

 

Edited February 12, 2022 by Deadman

[agrasyuk]

March 2012 and today.
 

 

[molevitch]

Amazing thread about your stunning build! I love the “before and after” pics 2012/2022. All this work takes a lot of time and real dedication.

[agrasyuk]

In action. 

 

[AstroEma]

@agrasyuk are you selling any of these panels ?

[agrasyuk]

Took the MIP off for maintenance, improved wiring and interfacing more controls. aside of stopwatch and Standby ADI everything is  now functional.

 

 

almost a year  later the CMSP is a fully working device on DCS-BIOS RS485 bus...

[agrasyuk]

On 7/6/2022 at 4:46 PM, agrasyuk said:

...
aside of stopwatch and Standby ADI everything is  now functional.

Scratch that, functional stopwatch and SADI. need to make a Knob and a cover for the wires.


I got invited to a cool virtual squadron. learning how to employ this thing.

Edited July 8, 2022 by agrasyuk

[agrasyuk]

built a center console and mounted Stream deck. now it should be much easier to work discord during the missions + get's me some quality of life.

 

DZUS panel mount enclosure for the Deck

The squadron uses encrypted Comms for the most part so I banged up a KY58 panel. waiting for paint to dry before the next layer, then engrave. While I was on that side I built the "enable thrust reverser" panel. it's 2022 I'm sure the newer planes come equipped with USB chargers

 

[_Hoss]

On 3/30/2022 at 1:37 PM, agrasyuk said:

March 2012 and today.
 

 

Same TMWH?

On 4/25/2022 at 5:51 AM, agrasyuk said:

In action. 

 

LOL, she needs a booster seat and adjustable pedals... keep her at it.. looks like she enjoys it. 

 

[agrasyuk]

18 hours ago, 352nd_Hoss said:

Same TMWH?

LOL, she needs a booster seat and adjustable pedals... keep her at it.. looks like she enjoys it. 

 

Same grip, yes. I did migrate to Virpil CM2 base - great improvement.

She enjoys sitting in it even when the thing is not on, lol. 
for ground steering I help her via keyboard. 

 

I'm open to suggestions from anyone on how to build an instructor station

Edited July 13, 2022 by agrasyuk

[Sting57]

So awesome. Are you using 2projectors? I am currently using a 65 inch tv.



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[agrasyuk]

On 7/14/2022 at 6:10 AM, Sting57 said:

So awesome. Are you using 2projectors? I am currently using a 65 inch tv.
 

Yep, 2 projectors.

 

TACAN! Anyone has a lead on ILS head by a chance?

as it happens the device came without the tiny bulbs. I wanted green lighting anyways so I rigged 3mm LEDs into the housings. 

 

 

Edited July 17, 2022 by agrasyuk

[sirrah]

On 7/13/2022 at 7:37 PM, agrasyuk said:

She enjoys sitting in it even when the thing is not on, lol. 

I can imagine! My daughter also likes sitting in my DIY VR setup and that's basically just a seat with a few HOT/CAS controllers around it. Nothing compared to your cockpit.

Awesome pit mate! Must be a blast flying in that thing.

[agrasyuk]

 

vCENTCOM 25th FS RTB after mission

[agrasyuk]

Putting that pit to use - Video from the Op.

need to expedite the work on radios and CDU software
 

 

[agrasyuk]

Just came back from a visit. Year has passed, few direction changes happened. But it looks like we are on the way. 

 

Testing the seating and the HUD eyepoint positions.

 

 

Edited January 31, 2023 by agrasyuk

[Bucic]

Ah, so this is the beauty you've been probing with a tape measure? Nice project. It's worth enabling forum signatures from time to time...

Any updates?

[agrasyuk]

Hi Bucic, my biggest effort right now is trying to put myself back together. this spring-summer was a very strange time in my life. I didn't turn on the flight PC for about 4 months.
I think I'm over myself and slowly getting back, even flew a training session with my virtual squadron   

As for the project I can share this little bit:

[Bucic]

@agrasyukAh, yes, the 'myself' is the most important assembly In this day and age a 2-week lack of self awareness on own state of mind or personal matters may slide into a costly situation. All the best to you!

 

I'm kind of lost in your threads since they span 6 years or so and I've just discovered them. I've noticed you used a laser print on paper laminated in office lamination pouches for panel letterings. Have you tried matt ones (matte???) insted of the regular shiny ones? I think they might look better but that's just my hunch. Do you still rely on laminated panels or have you moved to another process?