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HAPP WHEEL / SERVO / FFB HACK - 1st Racing Cab Build. My Notes
gbeef:
If the Xbox 360 wheel works on a PC then it would work for some.
The problem is for some emulators you need to run a driving profile. Logitech for example comes with software that you can use to set a profile per game because each game uses different control scheme.
Generic Eric:
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--- Quote from: SNAAKE on October 07, 2011, 12:23:56 pm ---I have 2 random questions(sorry minor thread highjacking lol)
- xbox360 wheels work with emulators?
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Not sure. Most support x-input, so they should, but most also only have vibration feedback for x-input, so you might get screwed out of FFB.
Maybe someone with one can chime in?
(generic eric?)
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My wireless wheel will not connect using either of the two usb wireless xbox dongles (not correct term) But I had a bear of a time getting the driver to load on WIN7x64. YMMV
OTOH, the new xbox360 wheel is coming out soon, that might work???
ScottoKong:
Thanks for the replies gbeef and badmouth.
I'll get started now - now doubt I'll be chasing you up for advice.
I just realised thatI've got a spare ipac2 laying around - so I should use that for the shifter and the VR, start etc.
Any advice regarding the wiring of the shifter and the 3 switches?
Is it just a matter of setting up the ini (software), or do I have to add another switch to the shifter?
Thanks again for the quick responses!
Scott
BadMouth:
--- Quote from: ScottoKong on October 07, 2011, 10:11:49 pm ---Any advice regarding the wiring of the shifter and the 3 switches?
Is it just a matter of setting up the ini (software), or do I have to add another switch to the shifter?
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I'm not familiar with the original Daytona shifter. I have a Ketz from later model 3 games that only uses 3 switches.
I'm assuming they are similar.
You can wire it like this:
and it will work, but one gear will always be registering.
You'll have to install a switch on the ground to disable it while mapping other keys.
I'm also not sure if it will cause headaches if it is wired to a keyboard encoderrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
It's probably best to install another switch like I did here so nothing registers when the shifter isn't in gear:
The switch is a few bucks at Radio Shack. I don't have a diagram, but I'll make you one when your build progresses.
(don't go by the wiring in the picture of my shifter above, it's set up to be hacked into the MOMO, which works differently. If you aren't going to use the buttons on the wheel, you could do it that way also, but the keyboard encoder would be easiest)
ScottoKong:
Ok I was just about to go down the path of a custom build when I managed to score an empty Cruis'n USA cab for a decent price!!!
It needs a good clean but it should look great if I can manage to pull this off!
I was planning on just jamming my Logitech MOMO in there until the cab turned up with a motor and a 270 degree wheel - Looks similar to the happ ones???
I kinda think I have to at least try and use the motor with a servo amp like Badmouth and others.
I'm venturing into an area I've got very little experience in so I'd really appreciate advice re the following:
1. Does the motor look usable for a hack? - Model 4z140 Any ideas/advice guys?
2. I should ditch the MOMO and look for a pot based wheel to hack - so what are POTential donors? :lol Logitech EX?
3. I'd also really appreciate some info re the necessary pots for the pedal and the hack - the more info the better? Where to buy?
4. Can someone recommend me a servo amp - exact brand and model would be appreciated. I'm assuming Ebay?
I can see this project taking me forever and living in the middle of Queensland means I'll probably me lengthy postage times.
I'd love to be able to get everything I need ordered so I can get stuck in to it over the Christmas holidays!
Thanks heaps
Scotto
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