Manny Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Gentlemen, Thank you for recommending modifying spring compression on the Saitek X45. I utilized 12 nylon "zip ties", 10 concentrically on the 3rd and 4th windings and 2 on the second and third to balance the compression. It worked very well to smooth the movement of the spring guide along the base support of the stick. I could not have achieved this with lubrication of any part. Well done! :icon_jook The X45 now moves as smooth as my CH Flight Sim Yoke USB. For those familiar with Flight Controllers, "Joysticks" employ a spring that simulates return to center without the need to seek neutral through aircraft attitude. This is akin to moving a flat hand across the tips of fingers and having the center of this perpendicular "T" automatically seek center. A Flight Yoke does not automatically seek center and the springs meerley return the yoke to an approximate "center" position. The lack of a hard center is the most beneficial control feature and a Flight Controller lacking one is the best possible solution becaue it allows for the smoothest control to, around, and boyond the actual "center." For those that may have read and wondered why I used a Flight Yoke in combat sims, now you know. My X45 now approaches this with smooth, clearly defined movement and still a soft return to "logical" center. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallyho1961 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Glad to hear it worked out for you :) Happy flying! ___________________________________________________________________ HEC 435W PSU | ASRock 939Dual SATA2 | AMD64 3700+ | 2G PC3200 DDR RAM ASUS X1950PRO 256MB | Audigy 2 | Saitek X45 | CH Pro Pedals | Track IR3 Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gronyi Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 X45 upgrade Hello! I have constructed X45 upgrade, because we had a problem whit plastic components. 8 friends use it and they are very satisfied whit it. http://www.repulonap.hu/redhunters/templates/images/x45upgrade/x45_upgrade_eng.pdf Think about it... 1 59th_Gronyi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ruggbutt Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 How much is that in US dollars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregP Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 How much is that in US dollars? 21 bucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gronyi Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 How much is that in US dollars? I don't know, daily exchange rate. 22,5 USD? 59th_Gronyi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ruggbutt Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 Roger. I'm gonna recommend it to some of my squadron mates. Do you ship to the U.S.? I understand that shipping costs more. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EVIL-SCOTSMAN Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 my 45 is dead :( stupid cable that connects both sticks together, well whenever the cable on the stick side is moved in anyway, it messes with all the settings, I can no longer get full deflection on rudder, or afterburner on fighters, 80-90% max throttle, and its all caused by teh stoooopid cable. agggggggggHHHHHHHHHHHHH, if its not one thing its a ******* another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
504MrWolf Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 i would like to order one of your upgrades for the X45 please, im in the UK how much and where should i send the cash ? www.VVS504.co.uk www.lockonskins.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gronyi Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 i would like to order one of your upgrades for the X45 please, im in the UK how much and where should i send the cash ? I don't know, i'll check it. If You interested it, please send email with Your addresse, i'll check the postage and daily exchange (HUF->...). 59th_Gronyi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manny Posted November 18, 2005 Author Share Posted November 18, 2005 my 45 is dead :( stupid cable that connects both sticks together, well whenever the cable on the stick side is moved in anyway, it messes with all the settings, I can no longer get full deflection on rudder, or afterburner on fighters, 80-90% max throttle, and its all caused by teh stoooopid cable. agggggggggHHHHHHHHHHHHH, if its not one thing its a ******* another. Hehe Evil, sound slike the X52 is for you :D or perhaps the CH products that I continue to read are stable, reliable platforms though I do not like their throttle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
504MrWolf Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 4500 HUF = £12 gpb :) www.VVS504.co.uk www.lockonskins.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
504MrWolf Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 I don't know, i'll check it. If You interested it, please send email with Your addresse, i'll check the postage and daily exchange (HUF->...). Email Sent. I will also advertise this fantastic upgrade on my website if that is ok ? www.VVS504.co.uk www.lockonskins.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tompax Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 Hello all. Sorry for diggin' up an old thread, but it's about time for me to do something with my X45, it's on it's last legs... Can anybody please share their experiences with these replacement parts? С уважением, Tompax (>o<-< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperKungFu Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 the wire problem seems to be common within the X-45 and the X-36 (i expereinced this myself). But i never did fixed it since i went straight to the X-52 (hope that wont have this problem) but i will return to my X-36 to try to fix it. In the meantime, this was mentioned over at the saitek forum and i guess it will help some of you guys with this problem. http://www.saitekforum.com/showthread.php?t=5051 Not sure if this would help but whatever http://www.saitekforum.com/showthread.php?t=8039 [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperKungFu Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 Also, if anyone successfully did this, could you provide a picture tutorial? [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindz i Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I was doing a search on the web for this x45 mod that was being sold. Through this thread I was able to find it. But, I've sent an email using the email address on this page http://www.repulonap.hu/redhunters/templates/images/x45upgrade/x45_upgrade_eng.pdf but haven't got a response. Has anyone used this mod? And if so, how did it work? Also, does anyone know if his email has changed? I'm interested in this mod if I can get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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