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Hi, welcome to my piece of the web!
For the most part, this website details the enjoyment I get out of flying, modding, and tinkering my Flight Controls, and accessories.
I am transforming my office into my ultimate personal and a well- rounded extraordinarily playground capable of meeting a wide variety of needs, from running everyday work loads to serving as a base for my flight simulator hobby.
A hybrid office simpit that allows me not only to work and edit my photos and videos but also allows me to spend time in DCS World which is my preferred flight simulator.
Stay if you like, leave if you must, enjoy while you're here. In any case, thanks for stopping by!
I am so excited that you've landed on my web page and are interested in joining my community of flight sim enthusiasts!
When I am not in my office-simpit you will find me in my workshop or in the garage as these are my places to find inspiration and peace. It's also were I have created the many mods for my simpit.
Having multiple switchable USB hubs leaves the problem on how to make them accessible without lot's of cable clutter. I decided on making a small rack for them to be mounted on and illuminate the hub's from above.
With this project completed, I now have the ability to switch on or off all of my controllers without hassle. Check it out
My ANT ELEV know/thumb dial was wobbling and ran over the stop points and I couldn't feel the center indent either. Took the entire Viper grip apart and I found the issue with the antenna elevation knob/dial.
To fix the issue I have machined a brass bushing for it. It was a lot of work and measuring to get this right.
Now, both stop positions as well as the center position do engage correctly and everything works as smooth as Chinese butter. Check it out
In DCS I am flying exclusively rotary wing aircraft, meaning helicopters, and don't require a throttle.
However, I also fly Elite Dangerous which is the definitive massively multiplayer open world space sim. Even Star Citizen on the free fly weekends is a blast.
I wanted a new throttle to replace an old tech Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS Throttle for the space sims but experiencing the limits of the aging Thrustmaster controller especially with the key bindings in space sims. Check it out
Latest update: 12-21-2023 - To my limited knowledge, in many helicopters a cyclic trim function involves a set of magnetic clutches which hold the cyclic in a given position, but can be moved against springs. Press the button, the clutches release, release the button, they re-engage to whatever position you've moved the cyclic while you were holding the button down. A beeper trim (or coolie hat or Chinese hat) will slowly reposition the clutches in whichever direction you move the hat. This is what I try to achieve by modding my VIRPIL MongoosT-50CM2 Base. This project is based on the above assumption. Check it out
What's NEW @ CrashMeTwice?
12-26-2023 | Ideas added to theProject Ideas page.
Building a cup holder and a new construction to the right side of my office simpit to hold the Sim Rig. Also a helicopter grip is planed, and a movable ceilling mounted camera arm for the workshop/studio. You can check it all out here.
12-22-2023 | New Video and Images added to theSimpit Tour and Walkthrough A lot has changed since the initial build of my hybrid office simpit. I have added the latest video which is mainly an update and shows the current state of my simpit. I have also added new images and a detailed parts list.You can check it all out here.
12-21-2023 | New Video and Images added to Cyclic Force Trim Mod for VIRPIL MongoosT-50CM2 Base project I have added the latest video which is part 6. I have also added new images to the project's build log. If you curious about the parts I have used so far, you may want to check out the detailed Parts List Page I have created for it. You can check it all out here.
12-05-2023 | New Video and Images added to Cyclic Force Trim Mod for VIRPIL MongoosT-50CM2 Base project This intense and my most ambitious project as of yet, is coming along. Besides the video, I have also added new images to the latest part of the project. If you curious about the parts I have used so far, I have added a detailed Parts List Page. You can check it all out here.
12-05-2023 | New Video added to the Collet Rack project Made a collet wall rack to store the many of my collets to keep them organized and help protect them from damage and loss. My R32 collets have now finally a good home without braking the bank. You can check it out here.
11-06-2023 | New Video added to the USB3 Dual Panel Rack project Having multiple switchable USB hubs, I decided on making a small rack for the hub's to be mounted on and have them illuminated from above. Take a look at this project here.
11-06-2023 | New Videos added to the WINWING Orion2 F-16EX Viper Throttle Combo project Created a mounting solution for my WINWING Orion2 F-16EX Viper Throttle Combo and it's finally in my office simpit. Take a look at this project here.
10-20-2023 | WINWING F-16EX Viper Grip Repair Page updated with videos!
WINWING Orion2 F-16EX Viper Grip - ANT ELEV knob issue fixed. My ANT ELEV know/thumb dial was wobbling and ran over the stop points and I couldn't feel the center indent either, now it's fixed. Take a look on how I did the repair/fix here. Read more...
Other NEWS
12-20-2023 | 6abc Helicopter Crash: Photographer, pilot killed after Chopper 6 crashes in Wharton State Forest!
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A helicopter crash in Burlington County has ended in tragedy for a local news outlet. ABC Action News confirms that a photographer and pilot onboard died after Chopper 6 crashed in Wharton State Forest Tuesday night.
The pilot was Monroe Smith, 67, of Glenside, Pa. and the photographer was Christopher Dougherty, 45, of Oreland, Pa. The victims were identified Wednesday afternoon. The investigation of the fatal crash is lead by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Source: FOX29 Philadelphia
12-19-2023 | WINWING now officially launches the 16 ICP panel!
The 16 ICP incorporates layout design experience from the Block 60 module while retaining the identical button layout of the current game version. It utilizes in-house developed transmission protocols and firmware programs to drive the industrial-grade dot matrix display. This recreates the authentic visual representation of classic fighter jets from decades ago, resulting in a unique and realistic dot matrix display experience distinct from modern digital displays.
Available for pre ordering at their US based webstore.
12-05-2023 | Microsoft Flight Simulator Update 14 [1.35.21.0] Available Now!
Several new features and content have been added including performance optimizations for long flights. Many bug fixes are also in the new update such as crashes across the title and ATC that was mixing voices in localized languages was taken care of. The Automated Weather Report temperature reading was updated and snow and ice coverage accuracy has been improved in live weather.
12-01-2023 | Enstrom 280FX helicopter crashes as it leaves European Rotors trade show in Madrid!
Enstrom 280FX helicopter crashes as it leaves European Rotors trade show in Madrid
An Enstrom 280FX helicopter has crashed into a highway shortly after leaving the European Rotors trade show in Madrid, Spain, injuring two on board and a third on the ground.
The aircraft crashed just 2,100 feet (650) meters from the trade show departure point, and according to information from Flightaware, was in the air for less than a minute.
Source: VerticalMag
11-03-2023 | DCS World: F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations is now available for pre-order!
The legendary DCS: F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations is now available for pre-order! Recognised as one of the most versatile and potent fighter jets of its time, the F-4 Phantom holds a special place in the hearts of fighter pilots and enthusiasts worldwide.
DCS states: “Our F-4E Phantom represents the culmination of years of hard work and research, to recreate this legendary aircraft in the highest detail and fidelity possible. DCS: F-4E brings this cold-war legend to the skies of DCS, so strap in and prepare for a wild ride.”
Source: DCS News
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