KA-50 cyclic

[acemark]

http://postimage.org/gallery/eo2hd16/Hello everyone.

I am makeing a cyclic for my pit.I am trying to make it look as close to real as practical.I am still working on the hat switch, not quite there yet on how to do it.

These pics show epoxy finished, all metal in and tapped,first sanding. paint is next. Coulor : BLACK and one red spot.

 

Material list: Styro foam

EPOXY glue

SARAN wrap sometimes called cling wrap, to wrap sandwitches in.

Fiberglass cloth

Corse sandpaper 100 grit is good

hand saw if piece of styro foam is large. Hacksaw blade [without the handle works good.

SHape styro , cut cloth, [creditcard size ] mix glue,put cloth on styro ,put mixed glue on center of cloth,put saran over glue and gently press smooth with fingers , working from the center out.

REmember epoxy dries fast. Only do a small area at once.

PUT saran on press it and LEAVE IT ALONE to dry about 20 mins. and remove the saran .If you fuss with it too much the saran will stick to the glue. You will feel it get warm [setting up] if you handle it too long. If the saran does stick then you will need to sand the saran off after it dries.

The saran will also stick where wrinkels form. Cant be avoided.

It does not mater if the glue does not cover all of the cloth the first time,AS in I DID NOT MIX ENOUGH GLUE. Be sure that the cloth glue edge is pressed flat. If it is not flat it will have to be removed by sanding.IF it is pressed flat, wait for it to dry,mix more glue and repeat with or with out more cloth. In areas that need build up , you can do several layers of cloth at once. Remember to press the glue through the cloth. Applying glue first also workes but i tended to put the glue in the wrong spot.If you apply the glue to the cloth , and then to the styro foam good luck to you.ITS a bit like untangeling overcooked spagetti quickly before it cools.

I went around twice and some areas got three layers of cloth. Sissors worked well for trimming each layer right after the saran is removed, Like the back where the switch pannel needs to fit. If you have any Questions please ask and I will try to answer them. gallery/eo2hd16/

Edited January 16, 2013 by acemark
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[PeterP]

Hello everyone.

I am makeing a cyclic for my pit.I am trying to make it look as close to real as practical.

I know, you didn't asked for it - but anyway:

Here is a thread that tells you what to do to make it behave like a real one.

Two MS FFB2 with Cougar Grip

 

 

 

further: here is the collective with lots of tips about scratch-building that you can adapt for your build.

KA-50 collective: another picture-tale

 

 

The most important Tool from my point of view for projects like this:

A Dremel with a great collection of different adapters.

Edited January 4, 2013 by PeterP

[metalnwood]

I thought the most important tool was a 4 axis cnc machine :) I still had that on my to try out list one day.

[Panthro]

this looks great! I would love to be able make more grips and nobs on my own pit.

 

be sure to post progress pics.

[acemark]

http://postimage.org/gallery/onhmwju/

Here are a few pics of the finished paint,and a mockup of the stick that I will use. Happy with results of using caster for a gimmbal, now must make it fit in a console or a pedistale?..

Figured out a way to do the hat switch using innertube for bicycle, will post pics when all the switches are in.

PeterP you are right, got a dremal and 300 piece kit yesterday on sale , by chance while at the store to buy the innertube for the hat switch.

Mark.

[JG14_Smil]

You need to rotate the pics in MS paint or something. You really want pics of shirtless dudes next to your pics?

 

 

Album is much easier and linking pics to the thread is all ready to paste in.

 

Stick is looking great

[acemark]

http://forums.eagle.ru/album.php?albumid=730

here are some pics. This version will fit in my console . The trigger and buttons are in and stick bent and cut to length. I broke my vise bending the 1" electrical conduit ,but got the bend finished.

[leafer]

That is major talent and patience. Love them, man! Oh, and I accidentally hit report picture when I meant to click next picture.

[acemark]

Thanks leafer glad your interested. JG14 smil, editing advice much needed, Thanks I put it to work.

I forgot to show you the backside! its done to. Added more pics.Mark http://forums.eagle.ru/album.php?albumid=730

Edited January 2, 2013 by acemark

[showtime817th]

Good work Acemark. Can I have one:D

 

Showtime.

[CyBerkut]

Very nice! I'm looking forward to where you take all of this.

[acemark]

http://forums.eagle.ru/album.php?albumid=730Some pics of the brake leaver with paint. Hope I can use the other one for my collective,throw the bicycle out and just fly... Edited January 5, 2013 by acemark
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[JG14_Smil]

Looking great acemark. How much does she weigh? Going to take some strong spring force.

 

When you view a picture in your gallery, there is a link below the picture that says "BB Code" and has an tag in it. You can select, copy, then paste it in your post here and the picture will show without having to click on it.

[acemark]

Thanks JG14 Smil,Tried pic idea but need to try again . Having pics with descriptions below is what I'd like to do. Grip weighs about 1.5 lbs. est. dont have scale.Seams to be almost the same weight as the Saitek X-52 pro throtle,when holding both to compair.Spent this last week trying to paint lettering on grip ,but not much to say here, oh well. Need to figure out where to find the rubber boot at the sticks base. Maybe a toilet plunger?:D Mark.

[showtime817th]

Hello Acemark,

 

I pickup my rubber boot at auto parts store and I used a Brother Ptouch for my lables.

 

Showtime817

[acemark]

Here is my new rollerfair lead Edited January 16, 2013 by acemark

[acemark]

Added Ajustable stops ,cut hole for wires, one hall sensor magnet mount done. Edited January 16, 2013 by acemark

[PeterP]

You should have a close look at this:

good bye re-center dance or how i added force trim to my joystick

[acemark]

Heres a vid of my cyclic.

[agrasyuk]

that is some excellent work acemark. i've yet to work with mesh and epoxy to this extent.

[gillesdrone]

Very Good Work , Nice :)

[JG14_Smil]

acemark: Are you going to model the silliest HOTAS button in the world?

 

We may have to take our hands off the controls to work some very important systems, but it is just peachy to know we can toggle our IP lights with a button touch. :smilewink:

 

Best thing about building your own KA-50 is you can make it the way you like.

[acemark]

JG14 Smil I Will assign it to headtracker center/re center. I am wondering what the idea is for it anyway .Helios is lit all the time , :lol:

 

Thanks Gillesdrone, I'v seen your pit on Utube and its outstanding .

 

Update hall sensors in and windows detecting.Got an aftermarket shifter cover . Brake switch is last on the list and nearlly done then I wire the grip and test . This day is nearing

Edited January 30, 2013 by acemark

[acemark]

The zip strap is holding the wire in place.

[acemark]

Grip is wired. switches working ,diodes are in. Windows test next. Brake is giving Me trouble. Wasted half day going in circles. 17 wires needed so far. Brake, axies to be added for 24 wires total.