R-Pod MkII DIY Racing Sim Rig
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R-Pod MkII DIY Racing Sim Rig
A DIY racing sim rig requiring some significant time commitment to complete. Intermediate woodworking skill required.
List of materials:
- Wood Strips
- Backing board
- Hardwood
- Screws / Bolts
- Seat runners
- Rubber sheet
- Carpet
- Blackboard vinyl
- Acrylic
- Artwork
- Cabling (power strip / USB + hub / DVI / Displayport / speaker)
- Velcro
- Aluminium plate, strips, edging
- Mesh
- Leather material
- T molding
- Paint and Varnish
- Desk grommet
- Accessories (tow hook / extinguisher / badge)
- Glues (wood / epoxy / contact)
- Shelf supports
- LEDs
- Wire Switches Connectors
Tools:
- Workbench
- Clamps
- Router
- Jigsaw
- Power drill / driver
- Foam roller
Full build log:
http://www.isrtv.com/forums/topic/12145-r-pod-mkii...
Video tour:
Make the Seat Base.
Seat base covered in automotive carpet. Made from MDF with T molding applied to inner edges.
Fabricate the Base.
Frame made from wood strips and 18mm MDF sheet.
Build the Side Pod for the Shifter.
Fabricated from MDF with an angled shapes and mesh / rubber sheet / acrylic inlays, largely for aesthetics.
Adjustable Pedal Mount
Angled pedal mount for the pedals sitting on seat runners for adjustability.
Seat Base Side Panel
MDF paneling with windows for artwork and mesh.
Front Sections.
Shaped front pieces with sufficient space for pedals and feet!
Wheel Stem
MDF sheet with metal shelf supports underneath for added stability.
Side Pieces to Add to the Front Section.
Windowed MDF panels with mesh, ruibbed rubber sheet and aluminium bar inserts.
Dashboard Top.
Shaped dash upholstered with leather material.
Monitor Hood.
Monitor hood with Aluminium trim.
Dashboard
Dash fitted with real carbon fibre, buttons dials and switches.
Accessories
A few fun bits including a real fire extinguisher, LED lighting, tow hook and custom badge.