Build This SIM LAB P1 Style 8020 Sim Cockpit. Save over 30% than the original!

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We had a request through for an 8020 build based on the popular SIM LAB P1 design. The design has been upgraded to accommodate both a standard seat and the Next Level V3 motion platform.
In the video, we'll take you through the design features in MAY-CAD and a life-size scale model in VR to prototype the design.
As with all DIY builds, there are big savings to be made and you'll save a bundle with our P1 style build too.
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[@oteupai.2841]

i've been thinking about buying the GT1-Evo but i'm pretty sure i'm gonna save some money and do it myself. seems like a fun project. thanks for the video

[@mattymatt2323]

I put a few variations of my sim rig build before i built it in VR also, helped a bunch with getting everything in comfortable reach levels for me

[@SimRacingCorner]

Exactly Matt, VR is an amazing tool to test these builds.

[@gijcfuingf8072]

How do you build it in vr? Is it something i could do in an oculus with the link

[@Adam-og4vh]

This is gold! I'm actually going to build this off of your spec sheet. My only question is will this work with Sim Labs peripherals like their triple monitor bracket or steering panel, shift panel etc? And I dont have next level V3. Would this be an issue in terms of steering height? Thanks !

[@SimRacingCorner]

Hi there, the height is fine as the seat rails change position depending on if you're using the NLV3 or just a seat. The SIM-LAB peripherals will not fit this design as width has been altered for the NLV3 fitting. You can easily adjust the width on the plans. Check against the SIM-LAB website as they measurements for the peripherals you've mentioned.

[@Adam-og4vh]

@@SimRacingCorner Awesome! Thanks!

[@Adam-og4vh]

@@SimRacingCorner Hey would it be okay to send you a PM regarding a couple of questions with materials. Im shopping for them now and I really dont want to buy the wrong thing.

[@VishnuRajam4x4]

This has been super helpful. Thank you!

[@matthewthomson5679]

great work mate really appreciate this

[@solatyn]

Thanks for the vid, I want to do something like this but it looks like the only stuff I can get locally has 10mm slots. Does that matter? I assume I can just use your plans but I would just have to get 10mm brackets/bolts?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Certainly 10 slot profile would work just the same with this build.

[@ryanchenoweth5673]

Thanks so much for sharing your great work mate. I would love to see you put together an ultimate rig ordering the best parts from different leading providers! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@SimRacingCorner]

Thanks Ryan. That would be amazing. If you actually see that video on this channel, check the news for recent 💰bank robberies💰.

[@hishams89]

you are a great man, thank you

[@broken1965]

I will revisit this over weekend thanks mate

[@VishnuRajam4x4]

How do I go about doing pedal tilt with the aluminium profile if I’m using thrustmaster load cell pedals? Thanks for the help!

[@SimRacingCorner]

For your Thrustmaster pedals you will need a different style of pedal like on this design, kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGmWYWRnbL5gq5o. Or integrate something like this www.trakracer.co.uk/product/strengthened-pedal-update-for-rs6-tr8-and-fs3-adjustable-four-way-pedal-mount-including-pedal-plate-and-brackets/

[@VishnuRajam4x4]

@@SimRacingCorner the KZbin video that you linked has a flat pedal mounting base. So is it possible to mount to that? In you TLCM review how did you mount the pedals?

[@SimRacingCorner]

@@VishnuRajam4x4 The pedal deck in the other video can be tilted. Basically, it's the same design cockpit that I'm using right now. T-LCM pedals are mounted on the Trak Racer plate video I showed you. In the review I'm using this adaptor. shop.thrustmaster.com/fr_fr/t-lcm-cockpit-adaptor.html. But I would recommend drilling proper holes.

[@TJRSIM]

Great vid man! You're really talented. I'm thinking of the P1 for my NLR V3 as well. I'm concerned that when the seat moves to (in your case) the left that it will hit the side tubing.

[@SimRacingCorner]

Cheers for that! I've come across a few examples of the P1 used with the NLV3 now and it appears to work fine without any collisions when moving. The only problem is working out a custom mounting solution, which I've solved with this DIY build. Also if you download the project files, you can check it out closely yourself. As you already the NLV3 you'll be able to judge if there's sufficient space around the platform.

[@TJRSIM]

@@SimRacingCorner awesome thanks. Yeah I'll check out the program and files. Seems similar to SolidWorks which I use daily.

[@pitlanes]

Thanks for this and it’s got me thinking about trying the same idea mate.

[@acmarston]

Can I make this exactly like the P1? How much wider would I have to adjust it to to make it the exact same width as the original P1? And I was considering getting the front mounting bracket set from Sim Labs, so should I just remove the 40x120 across the top?

[@SimRacingCorner]

The SimLab front mounting bracket is 600mm (on their website), so you will need to adjust my design accordingly. Which is easy enough to do in the cad software.

[@acmarston]

@@SimRacingCorner Okay. Thanks.

[@acmarston]

@@SimRacingCorner The horizontal extrusions for the base according to the sim labs pdf are 500mm in length. Plus 80mm for the widths of the 1400mm extrusions for the other part of the base comes to a total width between the uprights of 580mm, which isn't wide enough for that front mounting bracket which is 600mm. What is it on the P1 that widens it out 20mm more? Is it those sandwich plates? If so, would you have to buy those sandwich plates from Sim Labs or can you buy them anywhere?

[@acmarston]

@@SimRacingCorner Maybe instead of using the sandwich plates, I could just add 20mm more onto the extrusion length that I buy?

[@LeonardoMarchese]

@@acmarston You could do it but then if you'd like to buy the P1 Upgrade (Pedal Plate accessory) it won't fit and you will need some spacer... The pedal plate is 470 mm wide + 15mm x2 lateral plates = 500mm

[@Squall10001]

Dunno if you're still reading this but, the T-nut parts you have listed are for M8 but the actual bolts you have listed are m3, is this correct? Am I missing something? Really appreciate your work buddy, trying to order as I type :)

[@SimRacingCorner]

Thanks for pointing this out, I'll take a look at my parts list. It is M8's you want, not M3 t-nuts.👍

[@illiteratethug3305]

Just want to add a few things to the Rig I made last year, cannot remember or find anywhere what svrew dimensions the use, I know its a din 7380 M8 Any chance you know what length to use? Thanks

[@SimRacingCorner]

Yep, 16mm

[@Treyplay8]

Do you have a write up for the triple monitor mount materials? Thanks for the great work!

[@SimRacingCorner]

Hi there, I did start looking into designing a triple monitor stand. I priced up some parts and found it wasn't worth it. The SIM-LAB option is about the same price as a DIY project, so that makes more sense.

[@waqaarosman2327]

Is there any issue if I have to change the 40 160 profiles to 40 120, is there any adjustments to be made to the other parts(brackets, nuts and bolts)? Thanks

[@SimRacingCorner]

It will be totally fine, it's a straight swap of that profile using the same other parts.

[@waqaarosman2327]

@@SimRacingCorner is it a big compromise in terms of rigidity I'll be using the normal 40120 profile, and not the L version

[@SimRacingCorner]

@@waqaarosman2327 Drop a link here on the profile you're planning use and I'll let you know.

[@schnitzelmopi]

So, you're saying replacing all 160 parts with 80 is possible? And wouldn't really affect anything?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Yes exactly, 40/80 is really sturdy. It will do just fine.

[@acmarston]

Is there any way you could adjust the pedal deck up and down, etc, on this?

[@SimRacingCorner]

No, it's a fixed height. But you could easily alter the design to incorporate this feature.

[@dominicrobertdillonbrown9938]

hint....do your frame in 4040 and 4080 profile...more than strong enough...mine cost me £236 including monitor support happy to send pics if you want no need for such big profile

[@cristianlamela4809]

Which is better? The P1 or GT1?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Personally, I prefer the GT1 design due to the fully adjustable pedal deck.

[@benbarrett2912]

how have you gone from a may cad file to vr would love to play with this myself

[@SimRacingCorner]

Export the model out of May CAD > convert in FreeCAD > Import into MasterpieceVR. Sorry I can't remember the export file format for each step, it's been a long while ago. But basically, you're exporting the model out of May CAD, so it's can be read by FreeCAD. Then use FreeCAD convert it into an STL model that MasterpieceVR can import.

[@benbarrett2912]

@@SimRacingCorner thankyou really appreciated, will help me visualize how my triple moniter setup will look in the real world before i go ahead and order the parts

[@mikebryant8418]

excuse me, how can I build the triple moitor stand? what height is reasonbale thx a lot

[@SimRacingCorner]

Download the plans of the Sim-Lab triple screen stand for measurements. I think this will help you. sim-lab.eu/product/triple-monitor-mount/

[@mikebryant8418]

@@SimRacingCornerty for your quick reply. Can I use the same height to combine it with this project file? What is the replacement materials of Pivot plate

[@OhMyVideology]

Have you done one for RTL?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Not from scratch. But I've modded my 8020 sim cockpit quite substantially over the years so I'm quite experienced with this material. If I had a need too I'd have no issue custom building one from the ground up. It's not a complicated material to work with, and the design software is easy to understand.

[@tazzskillss]

Can you please do a part list for united states viewers .. Love your channel by the way

[@SimRacingCorner]

Hi Tazz, I've updated the parts list with US 8020 suppliers and links. Download the project files from the description once again to get the updated version. All the best!

[@tazzskillss]

@@SimRacingCorner thanks brother keep up the good work your channel will grow

[@SimRacingCorner]

@@tazzskillss You're welcome, cheers for the motivation.