Home Built Submarine Simulator for SH4

VirtualVikingX · 06-12-15, 05:31 AM

Holy moly! Thats a sweet setup right there!

Could you explain how the periscope works? Also, would love to see a "video tour" at some point!

tmccarthy · 06-12-15, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by VirtualVikingX

Could you explain how the periscope works? Also, would love to see a "video tour" at some point!

Yes, I will take some more pictures of the periscope and post this weekend. And work on some video to.

tmccarthy · 06-12-15, 01:02 PM

Thank you to everybody for the positive feedback !

vdr1981 · 06-12-15, 01:29 PM

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Thank you to everybody for the positive feedback !

Now this is what I call "hardcore" !

Just watch for CO2 build up, we don't want something "unpredicted" to happen now, do we...

tmccarthy · 06-13-15, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by vdr1981

Just watch for CO2 build up, we don't want something "unpredicted" to happen now, do we...

You are right about that! It does get warm and stuffy inside quickly when submerged and the vent and circulation fan are shut off, which will be the procedure when Silent Running. I imagine the first depth charge attack will be an experience and evading enemy forces and returning to the surface a relief and rewarding!

Alfred Keitzer · 06-13-15, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tmccarthy

You are right about that! It does get warm and stuffy inside quickly when submerged and the vent and circulation fan are shut off, which will be the procedure when Silent Running. I imagine the first depth charge attack will be an experience and evading enemy forces and returning to the surface a relief and rewarding!

Depth Charge Attack -- wife banging on the outside with her fists yelling, "Dinners ready ... NOW!"

Aktungbby · 06-14-15, 10:42 AM

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Depth Charge Attack -- wife banging on the outside with her fists yelling, "Dinners ready ... NOW!"

JEEZE!! I will stop playing long enough for food!

Must be a common 'arrangement' for many a lonely

deprived SWMBO.

That's exactly how it is aboard U-666 too. Or "start the BBQ NOW!" At least the Coroplast cabinetry is confined

and she can't get in a good swinging bat as per Neal's cartoon!

How is the periscope built?

aanker · 06-12-15, 01:18 PM

Outstanding! ....... Nice craftsmanship Mister.

......... I'd let the cat in too, nice touch. : )

Happy Hunting!

tmccarthy · 06-12-15, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by VirtualVikingX

Could you explain how the periscope works?

- The periscope gives you a direct view of the PC monitor limited to the field of view of the SH4 periscope.

- Periscope is held in place by a 3 inch magnet mounted to the top. It slides and rotates on two ½ inch steel rails.

- There is a rotating bearing ring for marking bearings.

- It stores to either side when not being used.

Magnet

Steel rail & Bearing ring

Stored position

U505995 · 06-13-15, 01:13 AM

Holy mother of god that is the most brilliant invention since the television set.

I must have one of these in my home to complete my silent hunter simulator experience to the next level.

I can already see myself setting up an ambush on a convoy in that thing. All I would need is an authentic Kauleun hat

U505995 · 06-13-15, 01:16 AM

.You sir are a craftsman and a genius.

tmccarthy · 06-13-15, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Sea Demon U-48

I must have one of these ...

I would NOT recommend the Coroplast sheets for construction. That was a hold over from when the project was much smaller and simpler. Recommend wood construction.

Harvs · 06-13-15, 01:57 AM

That is so cool

Alfred Keitzer · 06-13-15, 03:32 AM

Now that is serious simulation. SIERRA HOTEL !!!

ReallyDedPoet · 06-13-15, 02:26 PM

Well done

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VirtualVikingX Captain Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bergen, Norway Posts: 261 Downloads: 40 Uploads: 0	Holy moly! Thats a sweet setup right there! Could you explain how the periscope works? Also, would love to see a "video tour" at some point!

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U505995 Planesman Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wisconsin, the best state in the union. Posts: 187 Downloads: 70 Uploads: 0	Holy mother of god that is the most brilliant invention since the television set. I must have one of these in my home to complete my silent hunter simulator experience to the next level. I can already see myself setting up an ambush on a convoy in that thing. All I would need is an authentic Kauleun hat

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U505995 Planesman Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wisconsin, the best state in the union. Posts: 187 Downloads: 70 Uploads: 0	.You sir are a craftsman and a genius.

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