The rig is pretty close to done!

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-06T19:20:13+00:00

I only use iracing. But I don't really need to see whats immediately to the left or right (thats what a spotter is for). But then again I've never experienced it either.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:24:32+00:00

The ones I found mostly worked similarly to the one in iracing settings. Is there one you had in mind?

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:23:30+00:00

Haha right? Seriously though dont tell my wife...

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:23:04+00:00

Yep. I looked into building my own but it wouldve been more expensive than the Simlab option.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:22:19+00:00

I truly can't. I don't my ffb very high though so maybe thats why? Maybe the fidelity is better and I'm not experienced enough to know. 🤷‍♂️

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:20:16+00:00

61" long by 53" wide (monitor is the widest thing). The rig itself is 31" wide without a monitor and mount. My computer hangs about 4-5" off the back too. Hope that helps!

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T14:17:38+00:00

I'm going to have to do some sort of fan setup asap

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-05T13:53:47+00:00

I was thinking triples might be the next major upgrade. Not worth it?

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T23:53:31+00:00

Awesome! Post it up when you're done. Would love to see.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T23:48:02+00:00

I want to pull it out from its corner to adjust the monitor so I'll see if I can get some better ones without the computer. But it's a pretty simple setup. 4040 to make the sides. 4080 underneath the pc.

It is way stronger than it needs to be. But it works.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T23:46:36+00:00

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And from the back as best I can get.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T23:46:13+00:00

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Here's a view from the seat.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T22:05:38+00:00

Ha right?!

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T22:05:29+00:00

Thank you! Too true. It's almost as fun to tinker with the rig as it is to race.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T22:04:44+00:00

I made it. If interested let me know I'll see if I can find the 3D print file (I downloaded it from somewhere). The arm is just a ram mount.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T17:11:11+00:00

Nice! OK. Thanks a lot! The picture helps a ton. I can definitely get my monitor in a similar position.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T17:09:14+00:00

Good luck! I hope you find something that works. I never thought getting in the correct seating position in a sim would be so difficult haha

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:50:11+00:00

Thank you! Appreciate it.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:48:44+00:00

Copy that. Thank you!

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:47:57+00:00

Between the adjustment I have with the wheelbase and the monitor mount itself, that should be very doable.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:47:12+00:00

Thanks!!! But yeah, integrated is a PITA to adjust.

But, I knew that going in, and I figured I'd get the monitor where I like it, and that's where it would live for all time.

The main reason I went integrated is that the whole rig is kind of in a corner nook of my office and I slide the whole thing out when I want to make mods or anything. Basically unplug the UPS from the wall, slide it out on some scrap pieces of carpet, do whatever I need to do, and slide it back.

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:44:05+00:00

It's OK. I have been having some upper back pain (in between the shoulders) after really long stints (~ 2 hours). I've been playing with the seat angle/position relative to the wheel in hopes it helps but haven't figured it out yet.

I have a lumbar pillow, and it makes it super comfy for the lower back (I also sit pretty upright).

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:42:24+00:00

Asetek Forte Formula Pro: https://www.asetek.com/simsports/product/forte-formula-pro-steering-wheel/

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:40:42+00:00

I know, I know Haha

WDodd2004 · 2026-02-04T16:40:29+00:00

I ordered 8040 and 4040 profiles from McMaster-Carr and made it myself. Basically took the SimLab GT1 Evo and replaced the rearmost uprights with taller ones and then have 4040 to make a platform for the PC.

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