aces155,

Hi and welcome to SimV.

I imagine that in a couple of days someone will have a good suggestion for you.

Until then, maybe look at some of the threads here that have links to some of the other cockpity building info on the web.  I remember seeing some sort of chair setup somewhere along the line.  There is also an interesting thread in ths forum back a few pages that has a setup that is basically a home built chair with addons for controls in front and to the sides.

My own quick thought....... build a frame that is designed to fit AROUND the comfortable chair that you buy...and can "lock" to it so that they don't move.  Then you can bring out your "simulator frame" when you want to fly... and have a chair for other things.

Hope something here helps.

best,

......................john

Hello Aces155,

Here's some advice on scrounging materials:

Wood and thin masonite work pretty well, and are often cheaper than aluminum.  Sometimes you can find some good aluminum scrap parts at your local metal recycling center.   Check out any new home construction in your neighborhood.  Often, they have scrap lumber pieces that they are happy to give away.

Fate