Great project man! Do you think it would be possible to wire a shock motor like the one found on xbox controllers to the board? I was thinking about having recoil with the trigger push
I have not tried this personally as I am not familiar with motors and the voltages they require. Theoretically yes, but it may require a different/updated pcb etc. Definitely a stretch goal of mine to integrate somehow!
This is fantastic work! I modified a sidewinder ffb using a similar board and the stick from an old topgun joystick which is the same shape as the b8 but a bit too small I think.....
Honestly I wouldn’t be surprised if WinWing releases their own version of the B-8 one day. I would love to have an accurate B-8 replica from a proper vendor. The Virpil Warbrd is good but it’s based on a Russian helicopter grip, not the actual B-8/MC-2
The PCB I have been using does not have an option for axis, however it is technically possible as Virpil grips do have axis on the grip - just probably with a different PCB. If you are building this grip to work with a custom base, you could run the wires into the base itself, that could definitely work! The trim hat is removable for this reason, I figured poeple would want to use different types of switches etc
How ist the Name of the connector between the stick and the Gimbal? I build my own Stick but found no information too that connector. Greats from Germay 🙋♂️
Hello, it is 5-Pin Mini Din Male Connector Here is the wiring guide: ruclips.net/channel/UC3u9GL5Dq5VBx09K3NM8zUwcommunity?lb=Ugkxss3Yl4OCbilPKG5bhFgaGibAZ4s9SBBq
Hey again, loving these videos. You should consider making a version of these grips that accepts the original style base adapter. This would let us use both original Warthog adapters, or substitute in VKB and Winwing adapters!
@@thesimnet I was gonna say the same thing. I have a VKB GF 3 base, which I love, and the VKB/Warthog adaptor, and would love to be able to use your grips with just needing to buy multiple adapters, or just re-use the adaptor,
Printing this as we speak! Thank you for the video. Did you ever finish the other versions of the B-8 as planned? Would be very interested in one with two pickle buttons on the head
Yes absolutely! Still working on those, they will be published with the next version. The next version should also be interchangeable with the thrustmaster style metal threaded connector from the warthog grip
So how does it actually attach to the base? Ive always wanted to create an extension so i can sit the base on the floor between my feet and bring the grip over the seat between my knees, like a helo stick. Im kinda sick of having it on the side.
The thread on a thrustmaster or virpil base is M36x2.0 and so the stick has a nut that interfaces with the base like a regular thrustmaster or virpil stick
Great job! Could you please tell me how you made them I have the entire bottom part of my own done, but can not figure out how to do the top. I am trying to modal a t-37 stick I bought and it is slightly different than these. Also different electronics so i cant just steal yours. Please let me know! Thanks you for your time!
There are lots of approaches! At the simplest level, I will put an object on the floor next to a ruler and zoom in so it fills the screen, and take pictures from all angles which I load into blender and "trace". I also have a few 3d scanning apps on my phone which work great for handheld objects like grips. Some apps don't require the LiDar sensor and can create decent models from photos alone. These models are usually a little rough but the scale is accurate, so that serves as a "base mesh" while I model a new mesh on top. If people are interested in a how-too video I can show my process from start to finish!
@thesimnet I would love a how too video! I am using Solidworks so it is a different process, but I would still love to learn. I will have to check out the scanning apps. Thanks for the reply!
Hey great video! i just wanted to mention that the 3d printing community has mostly left thingiverse in favor of Printables and that cults3d links are straight up banned from the 3d printing subreddit after some shady dealings where the site was withholding money from designers that they had earned from their designs and then slandering the designers on twitter. so the best place to post your designs for the time being is probably Printables if you want them to be seen.
Looking at converting my Authentikit Spitfire grip i made to use with a virpil base. Would the pcb and the shift register set up work with mag hall sensors for the brake axis?
I personally do not use solidworks, I only use blender. What type of file can Solidworks import? If you shoot me an email I can send that over to you directly. questions@thesimnet.com
Thanks man!! The stick in white at the beginning is the one with the real P1 buttons - I also got some double strength springs for the trigger - she's a beast!
Thank you for the feedback! I made this model in Blender - each vertex is actually hand placed, so I was unable to run a subdivision modifier without running into all sorts of intersecting faces. That being said, there is a version 2 that I am working on, and this will be released later this summer, of a much higher fidelity. The components will be identical however, so folks will very easily be able to swap over to V2 when the time comes. Cheers!
I have a real B-8 that I have been wanting to convert to flight sim use. Looks like the electronics would allow me to just wire up the switches and go! My main challenge would be fabrication of an adapter/connector from the threads on the bottom of the grip to the TM threads. I love the B-8 grip! Nice work on these, and thank you!
im printing the f-15E controllers right now i also want to make this so pls give my fast printer some time
Great project man! Do you think it would be possible to wire a shock motor like the one found on xbox controllers to the board? I was thinking about having recoil with the trigger push
I have not tried this personally as I am not familiar with motors and the voltages they require. Theoretically yes, but it may require a different/updated pcb etc. Definitely a stretch goal of mine to integrate somehow!
hey, i was wondering how do i use the VKB Insert for my GF III Base? Im completely lost lol, would appreciate any help :)
This is fantastic work! I modified a sidewinder ffb using a similar board and the stick from an old topgun joystick which is the same shape as the b8 but a bit too small I think.....
this channel needs way more views. fantastic quality tutorial sir. thank you!
Appreciate the support @Snugggg!
No winwing 😰I always get screwed lol
Honestly I wouldn’t be surprised if WinWing releases their own version of the B-8 one day. I would love to have an accurate B-8 replica from a proper vendor. The Virpil Warbrd is good but it’s based on a Russian helicopter grip, not the actual B-8/MC-2
Oh this is awesome. Is it possible to connect a 2 axis analogue stick to this? (For a tdc)
The PCB I have been using does not have an option for axis, however it is technically possible as Virpil grips do have axis on the grip - just probably with a different PCB. If you are building this grip to work with a custom base, you could run the wires into the base itself, that could definitely work! The trim hat is removable for this reason, I figured poeple would want to use different types of switches etc
How ist the Name of the connector between the stick and the Gimbal? I build my own Stick but found no information too that connector.
Greats from Germay 🙋♂️
Hello, it is 5-Pin Mini Din Male Connector
Here is the wiring guide: ruclips.net/channel/UC3u9GL5Dq5VBx09K3NM8zUwcommunity?lb=Ugkxss3Yl4OCbilPKG5bhFgaGibAZ4s9SBBq
Hey again, loving these videos.
You should consider making a version of these grips that accepts the original style base adapter. This would let us use both original Warthog adapters, or substitute in VKB and Winwing adapters!
I see what you’re saying - if the dimensions are the same, you can just slide the adapter in? If so, that’s amazing
@@thesimnet I was gonna say the same thing. I have a VKB GF 3 base, which I love, and the VKB/Warthog adaptor, and would love to be able to use your grips with just needing to buy multiple adapters, or just re-use the adaptor,
would i be able to use this grip with a custom 3d printed gimbal?
Yes!
Man you have been a content machine lately. Love it!
Thank you so much! I had some time off so my printer has been running 24/7 hahaha
@@thesimnet That F-20 in the last video has gotten me real curious on what other stuff you might be cooking up in terms of mods.
Stunning job ! do youn think we can print it in resin ?
Yes I know someone who has already printed one in resin :)
Great tutorial! Wondering if any custom PCBs or 3DP prototype service can help for upcoming content? If so, would love to sponsor here! (PCBWay zoey)
I would love to get in touch! I can be reached any time via email at questions@thesimnet.com
I'm wondering if that would work with the TM adapter for VKB
I've been looking for a B8 Grip for ever
Amazing work by the way !
Printing this as we speak! Thank you for the video. Did you ever finish the other versions of the B-8 as planned? Would be very interested in one with two pickle buttons on the head
Yes absolutely! Still working on those, they will be published with the next version. The next version should also be interchangeable with the thrustmaster style metal threaded connector from the warthog grip
@@thesimnet Glad to hear! I'm looking forward to the release and to get printing!
So how does it actually attach to the base?
Ive always wanted to create an extension so i can sit the base on the floor between my feet and bring the grip over the seat between my knees, like a helo stick. Im kinda sick of having it on the side.
The thread on a thrustmaster or virpil base is M36x2.0 and so the stick has a nut that interfaces with the base like a regular thrustmaster or virpil stick
@@thesimnet ok thanks.
Great job!!!! Can someone please help me with the 5 pin mini din connecter that should be compatible with Thrustmaster base? Thanks!
www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004678085961.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.50.39e91802dhUNuQ
Great job! Could you please tell me how you made them I have the entire bottom part of my own done, but can not figure out how to do the top. I am trying to modal a t-37 stick I bought and it is slightly different than these. Also different electronics so i cant just steal yours. Please let me know! Thanks you for your time!
There are lots of approaches! At the simplest level, I will put an object on the floor next to a ruler and zoom in so it fills the screen, and take pictures from all angles which I load into blender and "trace". I also have a few 3d scanning apps on my phone which work great for handheld objects like grips. Some apps don't require the LiDar sensor and can create decent models from photos alone. These models are usually a little rough but the scale is accurate, so that serves as a "base mesh" while I model a new mesh on top. If people are interested in a how-too video I can show my process from start to finish!
@thesimnet I would love a how too video! I am using Solidworks so it is a different process, but I would still love to learn. I will have to check out the scanning apps. Thanks for the reply!
Hey great video! i just wanted to mention that the 3d printing community has mostly left thingiverse in favor of Printables and that cults3d links are straight up banned from the 3d printing subreddit after some shady dealings where the site was withholding money from designers that they had earned from their designs and then slandering the designers on twitter. so the best place to post your designs for the time being is probably Printables if you want them to be seen.
Thanks for the heads up!!
Looking at converting my Authentikit Spitfire grip i made to use with a virpil base. Would the pcb and the shift register set up work with mag hall sensors for the brake axis?
Hi, did you manage to convert your Authentikit stick?
Man, thank you very much for this. Is there any possibility for you to share the files in Solidworks? Again, thank you very much.
I personally do not use solidworks, I only use blender. What type of file can Solidworks import? If you shoot me an email I can send that over to you directly. questions@thesimnet.com
@@thesimnet hey, SLDPRT are the files on solidworks
what about melting the filament and sanding it after to glue it in place?
I have never tried it myself, but yes that could work!
I really like your builds, especially this f4 phantom stick. Can you consider building Eurofighter Hotas?
I believe Falcon Matter are working on this one www.falcon-matter.com/
Thank you
Looks great!
Thanks man!! The stick in white at the beginning is the one with the real P1 buttons - I also got some double strength springs for the trigger - she's a beast!
Nice work.
could you reupload the grip model it seems to be really low quality
Thank you for the feedback! I made this model in Blender - each vertex is actually hand placed, so I was unable to run a subdivision modifier without running into all sorts of intersecting faces. That being said, there is a version 2 that I am working on, and this will be released later this summer, of a much higher fidelity. The components will be identical however, so folks will very easily be able to swap over to V2 when the time comes. Cheers!
@@thesimnet thanks im still waiting for aliexpress to arive so take your time!
@@thesimnet are you still planning a V2 model now ive made the F15 joystick. and is this version compatable with the trigger?
are you planning to design throttle grips?
Yes! I am currently working on an F-5E throttle
@@thesimnet nice the F5E throttle isnt an easy one!
I have a real B-8 that I have been wanting to convert to flight sim use. Looks like the electronics would allow me to just wire up the switches and go! My main challenge would be fabrication of an adapter/connector from the threads on the bottom of the grip to the TM threads. I love the B-8 grip! Nice work on these, and thank you!
That's awesome!! If you happen to know the thread pitch and angle from the original grip, I could model a connector and add it to the thingivers page!
@@thesimnet That'd be friggin awesome! I'll see if I can figure out what original pitch and angle is. :D