Plug 'n play TQS mod, tilting mechanism for idle and AB detent
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As I won’t be building a full size F16 cockpit, didn’t feel like drilling and grinding my TM TQS, but still wanted the fancy idle detent and AB tilting mechanism, I’m creating a drop in design using 3D-printed parts. Below version 0.1 with some items to fix and the locking mechanism not yet in place, but so far I’m quite happy with the result
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Hello Tumbler31, when you have it finished you could hang the STL files to print them in 3d. I would like to be able to do it too, thanks.
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As I won’t be building a full size F16 cockpit, didn’t feel like drilling and grinding my TM TQS, but still wanted the fancy idle detent and AB tilting mechanism, I’m creating a drop in design using 3D-printed parts. Below version 0.1 with some items to fix and the locking mechanism not yet in place, but so far I’m quite happy with the result
https://i.postimg.cc/SQWh4JFK/tqs.gifIt would be great to share the stl files!
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Way cool idea and project!!!
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I would LOVE something like this
This looks really nice.
If the STL files were posted somewhere, I’d look around for a 3D-printing service that could make the parts for me. I’ll bet there are plenty of small 3D-printing service companies like that.
Did you need to add some aftermarket ribbon cable, to get the length you needed? I’m guessing that a longer ribbon cable would basically be a drop-in replacement, too.
Thanks heaps for working on this!
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Thanks for the enthusiastic reactions! Like said, I’m striving for a plug 'n play solution, so except for the (now) white parts, you don’t have to change anything. The standard cable and other electronics can be transferred 1 on 1. I might try a bit longer arm to overcome the loss of resolution by the idle detent, although that creates issues with the friction control (long arm, heavy grip).
@raptor: that’s very nicely done as well! Sturdier than my 3D PLA solution, but maybe a bit more difficult to reproduce.
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Hello Tumbler31, when you have it finished you could hang the STL files to print them in 3d. I would like to be able to do it too, thanks.
+1 for me
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Great
Yes a longer arm and bigger angle of rotation for get more precision should be great
For the notch idle, if it was thinner, it would be more precise (the lost angle would be smaller), why not replace the thick plastic notch with a simple iron nail?Best regards
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Do you have some news?
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Hey @Tumbler31 it would be great if you would be able to share your files with the community. Best regard!
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Sending you lots of good vibes, Tumbler31!
If it ever works out for you to be able to provide files, instructions, etc…, that’ll be great, but I totally understand life getting in the way.
I did a MP flight with Stalker, had a ton of fun, and then my fall semester of teaching started, all online, with one thing after another to deal with. Haven’t been able to fly MP again yet. I’m choosing to look at the positive side - it’ll be fun when I get the chance to fly MP more, but it’ll happen when it happens.
And if it works out for you to post more about the project someday, great, but if not, I understand. I have passion projects from the past that just couldn’t happen because of life getting in the way.
You have provided a beautiful inspiration to the owners of Cougar throttles. An “existence proof” that a homemade, 3D-printed throttle-detent system could be implemented, with very little (or no) fancy machine-tool work. Knowing that something can be done is an important piece of inspiration.
This is going to sound kind of ridiculous, but sometimes when I need a little “pick me up”, I look at the animated GIF you posted at the beginning of this thread, and just let a happy dreamy feeling come over me. It gives me faith that someday, my BMS life won’t involve those loud clicky detents in the Cougar throttle anymore, and that I’ll be able to use it like a real F-16 throttle.
The inspiration alone is valuable, and is much appreciated! :woohoo:
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Probably would work great with my plastic “TQS Classic” also!
Sending you lots of good vibes, Tumbler31!
If it ever works out for you to be able to provide files, instructions, etc…, that’ll be great, but I totally understand life getting in the way.
I did a MP flight with Stalker, had a ton of fun, and then my fall semester of teaching started, all online, with one thing after another to deal with. Haven’t been able to fly MP again yet. I’m choosing to look at the positive side - it’ll be fun when I get the chance to fly MP more, but it’ll happen when it happens.
And if it works out for you to post more about the project someday, great, but if not, I understand. I have passion projects from the past that just couldn’t happen because of life getting in the way.
You have provided a beautiful inspiration to the owners of Cougar throttles. An “existence proof” that a homemade, 3D-printed throttle-detent system could be implemented, with very little (or no) fancy machine-tool work. Knowing that something can be done is an important piece of inspiration.
This is going to sound kind of ridiculous, but sometimes when I need a little “pick me up”, I look at the animated GIF you posted at the beginning of this thread, and just let a happy dreamy feeling come over me. It gives me faith that someday, my BMS life won’t involve those loud clicky detents in the Cougar throttle anymore, and that I’ll be able to use it like a real F-16 throttle.
The inspiration alone is valuable, and is much appreciated! :woohoo:
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@Tumbler31 - what materials would you use for your next version? Do you think hard wood would hold up? Did you keep the original Cougar throttle axis bearing ?
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Waiting for the next update….! I will try to upload a small video as a reference… https://www.facebook.com/FalconSimStore/videos/1495693597237524
If someone could make it happen……!!!
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Nice work!!!
subscribing……i can print for the community if needed
waiting patiently
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Thanks for the positive reactions. Yet I’m not really happy with the rail design. I works but has some flex in it. I’m trying to see if I can change it, by moving the detents down to the hinge.
Main design principle is still fully 3D printed and no modding required of original parts. Thus I only replace the main axle.
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do you have some good news?
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I miss this project, are there updates?