Creating a G1000NXI for MSFS2020

[@fingerhorn4]

So satisfying to watch someone who is clearly very talented, knowledgable and expert in so many subjects: electronics, 3d design and printing, patience(!), sim modules, wiring and a host of other DIY skills. Your work is immaculate.

[@helimech8152]

Wow, thank you! and I can only say i am humbled by your words. Kind regards Karl

[@lightsabr2]

So here's my favorite part. This fellow... an absolute multi-discipline polymath is hand-crafting an incredibly complex one-of-a-kind device. We're nearly 30 mins deep. There's been 3d modeling, prep, printing, curing, painting, filing, SOURCING, assembly, wiring, QC checks, coding, synching with the simulator.... And what's the reaction? "...switch it over into the active... HOW SIMPLE IS THAT?! That's one encoder and two buttons working... SO SIMPLE! Now it's just [repeating those steps a couple dozen times]...!" HAHAH. Dude. Love it. I loved flying the G1000 during flight school. Having one on the desk would be fantastic. This is inspirational levels of ingenuity, and I'm all in for flexing all of those skill sets. But "HOW SIMPLE IS THAT?" 🤣🤣🤣

[@helimech8152]

Humbled by such kind words! Thank you!

[@DevRonBey]

As an American, I must say I absolutely appreciate the metric system. It has introduced a greater precision in every project I make. So, England BAD for the inherited imperial system, but thanks for the English language and being a predecessor and mentor of the metric system. Base 10, baby !

[@frank8piloto]

Your channel should have a few million of followers. Your skills, work and effort are invaluable.

[@helimech8152]

Hello and thank you! its a bit of a niche channel, but its fun filming and building.

[@dermolado3351]

Perfect way to start my Saturday. This made me happy just knowing that there are some dedicated people out there. One does wonder how you end being a person that builds these. You made it look easy...but it sure looks like a ton of work. Kudos

[@andremonteiro5698]

The very best video on KZbin that I've ever seen in my entire life about MFS. Thank you, Heli. Hugs from Brazil.

[@helimech8152]

Wow, thank you!

[@AlecThilenius]

The cabling alone is an epitome of pride in your work! Thank you so much for sharing this and all your other videos.

[@StarshipSmoochers]

I just purchased the screen and your files. Can't wait to start the project! Thank you very much for this high quality content, the tutorial and the very detailed files!

[@jackmosher7561]

Good lord you are an extremely clever and talented man- I am absolutely staggered by your quality and attention to detail.

[@helimech8152]

Thank you so much 😀

[@CarlosReyes-wx8pr]

That cable management is an eye-gasm. Awesome video, i'm always amazed with your projects!!!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Carlos and thank you!

[@TheOneTrueSpLiT]

I am absolutely gobsmacked at the skills you demonstrate in these build videos. I'm crap with my hands and have never even hammered a nail into a wall to hang a picture so I am totally engrossed by videos such as this one, you make it all look soooooo easy. I would love to give this a go myself if I had the skills, tools, equipment and money to do so - it all looks great fun and I find your videos very inspiring. And having been a software engineer in the avionics world for 20 years I'd love to give programming with Mobiflgiht a go, that part really appeals to me!!!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Again, Mobifl;ight really does make sim connection programming really easy and its getting almost to a single click operation these days. The wiring on this can be difficult for those starting out, but is just buttons and leds, nothing hard at all!

[@TheOneTrueSpLiT]

@@helimech8152 Thanks (again!) for your reply Karl. I'm now considering getting an Arduino and some Encoders to start by making myself a trim wheel. I do actually have an A' Level in Electronics but have never done anything more than change a fuse! I'm just a bit concerned that my stroke-ridden brain will affect my soldering skills, that I haven't used since 1987!!! Small steps as they say... 😉

[@AnasSuhaimi]

Thank you for promoting locations in Malaysia.

[@helimech8152]

It's my pleasure, I wish i was still there!

[@ThomasKloos1965]

I looked for the wiring diagram on the website but didn’t see it. I am in the process of building this myself! Thanks for the video!

[@salilphadnis4147]

Incredible. I learned so much from this video. I was struggling with Mobiflight and your video makes it very clear how to use it. Your skill and attention to detail are top notch. Keep up the good work. Thank you.

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

If the raised bits are all on the same plane, it might work better to use some spray adhesive to stick some fine sandpaper to a pane of glass, then just lap it on there a few times till that thin layer of paint is off.

[@helimech8152]

Hello, that would work perfectly too!

[@FeguerFineArt]

I just found your channel, and wow I subscribed the moment I saw your workshop/playroom! The only problem is I will be stuck in a binge-viewing mode for a while. Diving in!

[@purplemonkeydishwasher9360]

As an avionics tech I appreciate your lacing cord skills. I am looking at making one of these G1000 panels in the near future. I've installed several G3X's and G500/600TXi's. Now I just have to make a G1000 for my home flight sim set up :D.

[@simonbouch4891]

Well, your work is really amazing! Countless hours went in your projects, you made it really approchables!

[@warrenwhiteman9599]

Hi Karl, Wow, I love watching your videos, what an inspiration 👏 thank you for the great and detailed uploads.

[@helimech8152]

Hello Warren, great to hear from you and thank you!

[@ScottDube1]

Amazing build! Almost looks approachable! The wiring harness is a little intimidating a video on that process would be really interesting. Also I see on your website there is a V2 is there going to be a video on that? Thanks for the great content!

[@pilotforever6645]

i just started my build, thanks Karl...

[@fpvhangtime2424]

I'm interested how did your build go? Any obstacles or mistakes to share? I'm about to take it on!

[@fly4fun24]

@fpvhangtime2424 Yes, don't the LED part on the G1000. it is a waste of time, and it doesn't look good. I did one by the book with LEDs back Light, and the other I did without. Also, print the buttons in black and change the filament to white at the writingS height. buy AWG 24 silicone wires, not plastic. I have a Y. T. video of my finished product. The switch panel I designed myself because I used different switches that light up

[@fly4fun24]

@fpvhangtime2424 Also. the frame cut out for the panel is not updated with The G1000 v2, so the SQUARE openings are small. Suggest you to print the G1000 V2 Frame First then you do the cutout

[@SteveMorrisTCS]

Really love the videos, just one request can you do a slower wiring demo on items and time lapse for the repeated bits. This is the area where I am sure a lot of us mere mortals struggle 😁

[@helimech8152]

Hi Steve, sure ill make sure i do the next one in slow time!

[@walterlippens6675]

Yet another master piece 👍👍👍 Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing.

[@helimech8152]

Thank you very much!

[@TheHitman5c]

@Heli Mech love the channel. I just got a laser cutter with the intentions on making some FS gear including a G1000 or G3000. Loved your video. Please do a video when you make the laser cut/etched version. Keep up the good work.

[@helimech8152]

Hello, I will create that video and i purchsed an led laser recently, but its pretty useless right now. The results are disappointing! Kind Regards Karl

[@JohnVanderbeck]

Damn now I'm seriously considering adding a Resin printer to my shop. Have a lot of reservations about working with resin though.

[@helimech8152]

Its perfect for a smooth perfect finish on sim parts, but the mess is aweful, and my skin doesnt like the resin.

[@clnsr]

Wow it looks so professional, you sir are an inspiration.

[@helimech8152]

Thank you so much 😀

[@justinbouchard]

this is so sick and i'm defniitely going to make one, i don't think i want a whole cockpit but i def want a real life mfd or pfd or maybe both lol

[@timohendriks183]

wow great build! going to watch more!

[@helimech8152]

Awesome, thank you!

[@MSFS-SDK-TUTORIALS]

Thanks Karl for your work, is really well made and entertaining! About the map "joystick", I will be using this component: Alps rkjxt1f42001 , it is really inexpensive! I have already used it in a g1000 that I build during the pandemic for xplane (using simvim and Arduino+multiplexer), with the frame build using a tiny CNC, But your designs is far better than my homemade so gonna build it again!

[@carltremblay2697]

How would you configure the joystick in mobiflight, i cannot find how?

[@julienvanderstraeten1836]

Amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing all of this. I hope I'll get started with building it but watching how you do and explaining is already very satisfying!

[@Asolo-pc2dv]

i looove that cable managment :)

[@Fogazi]

Awesome work! In the process myself of duplicating this project. Just waiting on parts.... Do you have plans/build guides/dimensions for the C172 panel? I plan on building a home cockpit for the C172 G1000. Can't wait for more C172 videos. I need something to copy!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Fogazi, They are on the build guide already. Its still a work in progress, but its coming along at a steady pace now. Kind regards Karl

[@Fogazi]

@@helimech8152 really struggling to get the big backplate thingo to print. Did you use any special settings and what orientation? I am laying the 'flattest' side on the build plate and using support. 3 fails so far.

[@SlovoTverdo]

I have make this project to, but with some modifications: due I have VR headset and flight in VR MSFS2020, so don't need screens, lights on knobs and buttons, just buttons and encoders itself, any visual information is displayed in headset. Also I can't buy anymore in Karl' shop due financial restriction against Russia, so make own switch panel and must to adopt main big C172 panel holes and cuts for it, and I think cut main panel from aluminium sheet (a great respect to Karl for sharing CAD-model). Fuel and mixture controls also get on Thingiverse, may be in future will change for Karl' version. Good luck with your build! ))

[@GregsPC]

Thank God for smart people... well done bro

[@olddogg60]

Wow, what a project. Nice work. 👍

[@helimech8152]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Hafensaenger79]

Finally found the right video. Awesome work!

[@GastonDwarvenPilot]

Amazing job, as always! Thanks for always sharing your ideas. It is really inspiring.

[@sharktails6468]

wow just wow a320 cockpit next :)

[@DanFrederiksen]

Very nice. The simulated G1000 has textured runway, the real one doesn't. Where did you get the display panel?

[@StarBugs_SC]

I really wanne give you 20 Abo´s, but i can only give you one. Its just amazing what you are creating. This Panel is the first thing i am building now to start my Low Budget Homecockpit. The 3D Printer arrived yesterday and the first parts are printing now. I want to build a Full Cessna Cockpit with under 2.000 €. And with your Parts, i think, it will be amazing. If i travel to England i really wanne see your 737 in Reallife. Again, amazing work!

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

Karl, you are unbelievable! Nice work!

[@helimech8152]

Thank you and Cheers! Kind Regards from Brunei.

[@neverclevernorwitty7821]

Really fantastic build, I'd really want that design in a PCB with all those switches SMT soldered and run them to some headers instead. I don't trust my soldering skills to do all that detailed work and not screw it up.

[@gabejasonjackson]

Hi Karl! Just finished the build of the G1000 V2. Any hints on how to get the RKJXT1F 4-way stick to work correctly in MobiFlight? It seems that each direction triggers the push switch as well. Greetings from Switzerland!

[@dalsbury1979]

This is my new favorite channel

[@markcunneen5982]

You are a legend, greetings from Australia.

[@helimech8152]

Wow, thanks! Humbled as ever!

[@cookracinginc.2783]

Very impressive! I want one 😂 talented and very knowledgeable

[@garyfly8244]

Great work it's always a joy to watch your videos! Thanks for sharing!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Gary, Thank you!

[@RuhjedVentula]

Amazing project

[@helimech8152]

Thank You

[@speedbird8326]

Just awesome work.

[@helimech8152]

Hi Speed bird, Thank you.

[@rorycolquhoun7840]

Hey mate! Awesome build!!! Was just wondering a ballpark figure on how much this all cost to make? Thanks!

[@Lippi022]

Hi thats some awesome work there! Would be interesting to know what type of display that is and where you got it from? Keep that awesome work up!

[@Lippi022]

Oh I found the Info I was looking for on you're website :)

[@ismailcift]

Hello from Turkey Karl. I’ve watched your amazing work. It was great and also inspiring. I’ve a question. Is it possible to build a similar one for g3000 in tbm 930 in msfs 2020? Thank you very much 😃

[@pfsantos007]

Excellent video - always creating more goodies!

[@helimech8152]

I certainly try, I love how easy its become to connect the components to the sim. add in 3d printing and things become reality quickly. Thank you

[@mikemoreno4469]

Absolutely incredible!

[@pfsantos007]

Hi again! You may remember me posting in the 737 MCP comments. I was going to try to make one, but realized all I really want/need is the rotary knob portions (course, alt, heading, speed), because those are the biggest pain in the A$$ to use in the sim with a mouse. I guess it should work for the Garmin too. If you are willing to do one before I get off my behind and do it, I'm sure other viewers would appreciate it.

[@helimech8152]

Hello Paul, Check out MIckeys flight deck, He has just done that exact thing!

[@Flyguy1903]

This is awesome! Your channel is so helpful and interesting to watch! Thank you!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Flyguy, Thank you for the kind words!

[@lindberghacademy8140]

Hi, great work! I saw that all the wiring is marked with heat shrink tubing. A very neat work. What tool do you use to write on heat shrink tubing?

[@helimech8152]

Hello, I used the Dymo Rhine 4200 label machine. It perfect for adding that bit of extra eye candy.

[@scottb721]

What's the glareshield trim made from?

[@mydreamsimcockpit7447]

excellent job like always

[@harvesthunt]

This is the video I've been waiting for !!!!! I purchased and am getting ready to get a printer. If I decide on resin, can those same files be used to create all in resin?

[@helimech8152]

Hello Bill, Yes the files are the resin files, as when printed using a filament printer, the gap between the buttons are frame are 0.2mm bigger. The buttons have more room to move.

[@Geminixx73]

c'est impressionnant, bravo pour ce travail ;) le rêve

[@moimeme9255]

What is the value of the potentiometer you use for volume? It s not written in the parts guide

[@StigBSivertsen]

Super impressive as always 🙂

[@helimech8152]

Humbled, and Thank you!

[@keemoosabi8350]

Another amazing video, you really are a whizz with wiring 😂😂👍🏻👍🏻

[@helimech8152]

Thank you!

[@studentpilotlookinahh]

What size LCD panels did you use for the 737 sim? And how did you get the artificial horizon and nav display to display on the LCD? Could you explain, thank you very much. Great Video keep up the good work! 👍🏼

[@helimech8152]

The PFD and ND screens are 18 inch 4:3 monitors. I use prosim display to place the PDF & ND into there locations. Its free to try, but expensive to purchase!

[@fagustini]

So excited to see the g1000 build..... Still wiring the MCP but I will get printing for the g1000 soon... Thank you for the great content...

[@helimech8152]

Hi Frank, Thank you. These are big projects but are worth it in the end. Hopefully, you get a sense of achievement in the final product! Kind regards Karl

[@adambartlett7087]

Total noob question, but would it work with plugs instead of soldering as I'm not sure my hands are steady enough

[@beef633]

This is amazing, I don't even have 1% of the skill needed to do this😂

[@metinaktan7551]

good job....

[@humberto367]

Hello! Your work is very good, allow me a question, which yarn did you use, please could you indicate the link to purchase! A great weekend!!! Thanks for these great videos!

[@insolentjaguar]

Would love to purchase your entire kit for this if it's available. Browsed your store but didn't see a whole kit. Emailed you.

[@robbroomfield468]

Thanks for the vids. I have learnt so much from you....legend

[@helimech8152]

Good Morning Rob, Thank you and that is fantatsic to hear. Kind Regards Karl

you are the one

[@helimech8152]

Thank You

[@TWOKDOK1]

What do you use for wire identification Karl, Brother label /sleeve printer? Are you on any discord server for this stuff ?

[@jaraexline9130]

So You had to buy msfs2020 to be able to display the g1000 in the screen? Thanks I’m advance!

[@helimech8152]

Hello, This was specially designed for MSFS2020. Once they had released the pop out screens it made this design possible!

[@mikerichardsonuk]

Great work and such an important contribution to the community well done, quick question what gauge wire are you using ?

[@helimech8152]

Hello Mike and Thank you. I try to use 24 AWG. It keeps the looms smaller and can manage the 5v Arduino power needs without issue.

[@mikerichardsonuk]

@@helimech8152 Thanks, What do you use to label the yellow sleeve ?

[@YohanesArifinflaster29]

How anda where i can buy your product? Thanks

[@Bacardibatman]

Fantastic, all i need now is someone who can print and make it 😂😂

[@carltremblay2697]

Hello, great work. When you show the panel at 20:03, what are the 2 long cables stills not attach to anything ? Thanks

[@coalescersrlfiltracionindu1595]

Hi. Would you please send the specifications of the wire you used for this project? Thanks in advance

[@helimech8152]

26AWG aircraft grade multistrand wire.

[@justinwallick2181]

Is there a way I could buy a G1000 panel from you?

[@said72asd70]

Hi there It looks great, thank you karel Im looking for a 3d printed 737 FMC or the document

[@davidwhitehouse123]

Great video. Quick question, how are you attaching the white cables/tails to the development board? Looks like a neat solution for so many cables…

[@helimech8152]

Hello, I solder all my cables to the prototype board. Is that what you mean?

[@giopag2482]

Wav.... lavoro eccezionale ....complimenti !!!

[@GerhardusGeldenhuis]

Great!

[@285625417]

white wires what gauge you use?

[@realpcmastermind]

can you build a cj4 cockpit

[@QuintenMarais]

Does Mobiflight have a import function

[@hokiebaji]

Was looking through you website shop and could not find a stl/svg file for the Cessna 172 G100 instrument panel. If available for purchase can you please provide me with a link. Admire your workmanship and thank you very much.

[@michaelhoffmann2891]

Did I somehow miss the part on how you got the G1000 MFD display on to the 10.4 screen? I know there's some tools that are intended to automate that Alt-key drag-drop voodoo, but had the idle hope you'd figured out something better?

[@helimech8152]

Pop out manager!

[@michaelhoffmann2891]

@@helimech8152 Oooh! Is that finally working right? I had given up on it about a year or 2 ago, because it just couldn't get things right. (my kit is currently packed away due to remodeling/renovation of the whole bleedin house)

[@Flying_Jorts]

Question: Do they make a set of volume pots with a push button as well? I'm in the process of printing this, and was curious. I believe on the real G1000 you push to ID a NAV aid. Thanks!

[@tonytor5346]

Do you sell the plans & the 3D printer files? Sergio Phoenix - Arizona.

[@helimech8152]

Hello Sergio, I usually put the details in the video description.

[@mannyrivera6990]

Brother you are a genius !!!

[@helimech8152]

Hello Manny. Humbled, and kind regards Karl

[@advocaciamendes]

amazing

[@helimech8152]

Thank you!

[@jameshiggins882]

Man you rock!!!!!!

[@neoryver4127]

Boa noite comandante estamos com saudades dos vídeos

[@helimech8152]

Olá! e vem mais! Espero muito mais, mas estamos nos mudando para metade do mundo agora. Atenciosamente Carlos

[@lokmanwong7786]

I really like the panel, is there anyway I would buy the whole panel from you？I am from Hong Kong, and doesn’t have the place for me to try diy by myself

[@Plymouyhian]

Very, Very Cool!

[@1littlelee]

amazing!

[@helimech8152]

Thank you!

[@miketango507]

how did you print those heat shrink tube?? so neat!! nice!!

[@MrNicholas1169]

Brilliant job!!!!!!

[@helimech8152]

Thank you, v2 coming soon.

[@MrNicholas1169]

@@helimech8152 Have you seen the pan , zoom 3D printed assy from flight sim make. I’ve built it and it so simple and works