i ahve started work on my Sim Console.  I use the Go-Flight flight deck console as teh base and build from that.  I am integrating my X52 throttle, mixture controls, an annunciator panel (out of an OV-1 Mohawk), and other various lights and switches.

My very organized parts layout..the styrofoam box has all the wiring, power supply, and phidgets in it.



a nice test fit of things to come.



It is still a work in progress, but it is coming along..and yes, I know the throttle is a little crooked

What do you think so far?

those levers will be mixture controls (prop) condition levers (turboprop), and fuel cut offs (jet).  I am going for a generic sim, that doesnt take up a lot of space.

i will be using Slider60s from phidgets that plug into the 8/8/8 card.  I have found that those are better than stand pots because they can be used in an up and down motion with the handles, and they dont have to be put directly onto the handles like standard pots.

Them Phidgets sliders are pretty darn pricey, and what with price of the interface card... I dunno.

I got some very cheap slider-type pots online and will use a Hagstrom pot controller with them. Might work well enough...

I have a link to the mfr's site on my other computer; maybe later I'll share... perhaps it could be added to the Resources sticky.

I think the 2 threads should be merged together.

Anyways, this project is looking good. I'm gonna keep a close eye on it because I may try and do something like this to make simulation a little more realistic. Good job man.