Hello from Florida, USA

[mkitch]

My name is Matt, I signed on this forum in hopes to connect with other simulator builders. I have been playing with computers, electronics and airplanes for a long time. Cant fly anymore so I decided to take my FlightSim to the next level with hardware representation and functionality. Last year I had a 62 inch projection display and 3 17" monitors for the cockpit gauges.

This year Im taking it to another level. Rather or not I am going to use this enclosure idea is up to you guys ;)

It's hard to build somthing without money, the easiest solution would be to purchase everything. But Im too poor for that! :) ( Am disabled from a car accident in 2008 )

Here are a couple of pictures: Comments and ideas are appreciated. !

http://simsations.net/images/sept_09_2.jpg

http://simsations.net/images/sept_09_3.jpg

http://simsations.net/images/sept_09.jpg


Thats all folks! Thanks for checking it out.

[Philb737]

Welcome Matt,
A very nice setup to start with. You'll be surprised what an old joystick can do when you take it apart!!! When I started with my first pit I had one 15" monitor for the visual and the 2d cockpit view.I used the keyboard and mouse to control most of the FS functions. If I had to add one item to your sim it would be DIY TQ.:roll:
Good luck
Phil

[Matt Olieman]

Hi Matt, Welcome aboard. amazing what you can do with little space, most of us have been or are there :) :) :)

You've got a nice set up and am glad you took the time to share it with us.

BTW where in Florida are you?

Again, Welcome,
Matt Olieman

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Another Matt From Florida!

Welcome Aboard Mate!

[Joe Cygan]

Hi Matt and welcome!

[mkitch]

Thanks for the welcome. I am located in Panama City, FL.