My DC2 Integra replica cockpit build

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Testing the fitment - reach is perfect with the seat all the way back
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If that was me, I'd cover my face with the Laughing Man logo from Ghost in the Shell.:sly:
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Getting close to completion structurally :dopey:
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Laughing man!!!
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Win. :D:tup:
 
Ok, another update. Got a chance to make a 2nd support point for the steering wheel mounting plate which also acts as a mounting point for the pedal plate. I did lots of measuring of these pedals and have the distance and height right on. I am concerned that with the 30 degree angle I have, it might not be enough like what a 45 degree would do.

Here they are mounted on the plate inverted like a real car!
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Here is the angle that they are at from the side view, it's 30 degrees
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And here's my feet so you can see the spacing (same specs as my RSX pedal distance between and the height off the floor.
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And here is the pedal and steering wheel support points.
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Let me know what everyones input is for the pedal angle and if I should insert wedges to achieve a 45 degree angle instead of a 30 degree...

Getting extremely close to completion...
 
I would say the pedal angle is too steep. The pedals are straight up and down with no pressure applied. meaning, they will become slightly inverted when depressed.



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Delphic Reason
I would say the pedal angle is too steep. The pedals are straight up and down with no pressure applied. meaning, they will become slightly inverted when depressed. ;)
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Yeah, 45 would be more realistic and probably more comfortable. The way it is now, your toes are going to be doing all the work when the pedal is fully depressed rather than the balls of your feet.

In the end, any angle is going to be something of a compromise, since the pedal arms in the real car are much longer than the Logitech's, giving a much straighter arc of travel, as well as much longer throw lengths.

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Lengthening the pedal arms would be as easy as cutting/drilling some hardwood and buying a few bolts, though moving your mount up and back would be a bit trickier... maybe a project for sometime down the road :)
 
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Delphic Reason
I would say the pedal angle is too steep. The pedals are straight up and down with no pressure applied. meaning, they will become slightly inverted when depressed.



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Yes, I agree. From that angle you have the starting point of the pedals like it's on the up swing already. Looks a little akward. IMO
 
Looks like you are about to be done! Right in time for GT5, keep it up it's looking awsome!!
 
Yeah I think that might be too little an angle too. Mine are on 45 deg and I was considering for a while whether or not to adjust it to something even further. I did about a weeks testing before I was satisfied 45 was ok. If my seat was higher it would be uncomfortable though. Might be a good idea to move the tv/ps3 into the workshop and give it a run?
 
Re: pedal angle
I agree with the others, the angle is wrong. After a bunch of measuring and trial and error, mine are mounted at a 25 degree angle from vertical, very much like the photo posted above by Rotard12a.

The other thing you might want to consider is where you left foot will rest while you're driving, especially if you don't always drive with manual using the clutch. In my case, I didn't want to rest my foot on the clutch pedal, and just letting it 'hang' there was annoying. I ended up building a foot rest, similar to what most vehicles actually have.

Good luck, and keep up the good work! You're making me feel very inadequate!

David
 
Delphic Reason
I would say the pedal angle is too steep. The pedals are straight up and down with no pressure applied. meaning, they will become slightly inverted when depressed.



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I concure captain...

I opted for an adjustable option using a bracket that connects to metal tubing allowing varying angles.
So this can easily be moved forward/aft in angle and simply retightened.
 
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Ok, spent another 2 hours fixing the pedal angle. Tookoff the mounting plate and then inserted the wedges that I cut on the chopsaw. Mounted the wedges and then the pedals on top. Looks like I pushed the pedals about 2" forward - ah well, I can never get it perfect :crazy:

So it looks a lot better now and with the gas pedal pushed all the way down, my leg is comfortable - I think I can live with how it is.

New angle
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Side view
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Decent spacing for my size 12 feet
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What's everyone think now with the new angle?
 
Looks better 👍 If it's comfortable and doesn't slow you down then your doing well!

And wow, you definitely will have a heel-toe advantage with those size 12's! :sly:
 
Looking good. Personally, I would say the angle is still far too steep, but once you have run a few laps with your new setup, you can judge for yourself. As others have said, if it's comfortable for you, then that's all that matters.

I had to change the angle on my pedals 3 times, so it takes a bit of trial and error.




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As the owner of a DC2 Integra I have to say this is incredibly awesome! It looks just like home. I wonder if you could mount a PSEye on top of the dash to incorporate GT5's head-tracking?
 
Alright, talk about perfect timing! Got it done last night! Might have to put some carpet down, but the matte black spray paint I used looks great!

All parts stripped off the structure ready for painting:

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Dash, seat & console mounted once I moved the structure up to my living room!
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Got it all wired up, ready for its first test run
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All put together!
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Yes, I am that hardcore on Gran Turismo, an original sales poster from the original GT1 in a frame hanging in my kitchen!
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The game play feels awesome in this cockpit. However I am still trying to figure out how to program the buttons and even the gear shifting. Did some research and only the wheel, gas, brake, X, O work on the G27 setup. For the rest I have to use a regular controller.

Videos of this setup in action coming soon!...
 
Amazing and inspiring. Very, very nice. You've got me planning my own build, albeit a year or two and a larger home down the road.

Thanks so much for posting, and keep us updated.
 
ArcticDC5
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The race IS on, right on time for GT5! Man, that looks great. Very little piping or framing to be seen, just a slice out of a car. The paint really transformed the whole rig.

Now, the real question: How much are you gonna charge the neighborhood GT fans and kids to use a racing setup that's better than most arcades? :p
 
Turned out awsome man! But I think some carpeting would be a great touch...
Looks great! Congrats on a great project!!
 
terminator363
Wow, the best thing since sliced bread, way to go! Let's hope it doesn't fall apart in the years to come, enjoy it! Fantastic! :D :lol: :cheers:
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Trust me, this thing is built using wood screws, not nails and should hold up for a LONG time :sly:

Jav
Turned out awsome man! But I think some carpeting would be a great touch...
Looks great! Congrats on a great project!!
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Thanks, yeah I am thinking about putting some carpet down in the drivers area.


Corza
Congrats mate, looks awsome. What are you using to stop it scratching the timber floor?
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Thanks, I have (8) plastic/felt castors mounted on the bottom to prevent the timber floor from being scratched and it helps me slide it out of the way easier to watch normal tv.
 
One little sugestion, maybe close off the side and back part of the dashboard so that it looks clean and dosen't show the framing and expose wirings. Otherwise its perfect mate! job well done.
 
I've been quietly following this thread over the past month and a bit and to be honest I didn't think your build would come out looking as tidy as it actually has. I agree with Radracing, sealing off the parts exposing the framing and wiring would be a nice extra touch. Apart from that you've done a very, very good job! I wish I was crafty enough to build something like this. 👍
 
ArcticDC5
Thanks, I have (8) plastic/felt castors mounted on the bottom to prevent the timber floor from being scratched and it helps me slide it out of the way easier to watch normal tv.
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I'll be that will be a real conversation starter at parties. ;)​
 

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