makeshift clutch pedal

[SkillRacer]

I just wanted to share my makeshift solution for a clutch pedal to go along w/ the DFP, its simply a riggled USB analog controler to a pedal constructed from two pieces of board and a giant paper clip ; )

www.bedoworks.com/clutch.html

I was wondering if anyone had devised any similar solutions, or could give me some ideas on how to improve it.

so far it works pretty well, seems accurate when calibrated, the travel seems accurate and the preassure is much more stiff than the brake pedal on the dfp... only problem is it doesnt work on the ps2 unless theres a game that can support multiple controllers at the same time. It works great with LFS though.

 

[TurboRegal]

Just a question, is the humongous spring neccessary if your using that large paper snap? And also, you could use a better way of mounting the controller, maybe take apart the case and somehow drill it into the wood?

 

[AlarmedBread]

lmao

best clutch ever!

 

[SkillRacer]

Just a question, is the humongous spring neccessary if your using that large paper snap? And also, you could use a better way of mounting the controller, maybe take apart the case and somehow drill it into the wood?

The tension of the paper clip itself isnt enough, the springs really make the pedal much more stiff. I was thinking about taking apart the controller, but then i would probably ruin it, so the only thing ive done is drill a screw in the rubber analog stick to attach the pulley strings. The idea was to minimize damange to the actual controller.

 

[Onikaze]

Awesome Ghetto Clutch.

I wonder if a Madcatz Microcon 2 would work on PC?

It registers as a regular PS2 controller, so I just set it up for an Enthusia clutch.

I suggest the Microcon 2 because it's the same size pedals as the big MC2 wheel, but it's like $30 new.

 

[SkillRacer]

Awesome Ghetto Clutch.

I wonder if a Madcatz Microcon 2 would work on PC?

It registers as a regular PS2 controller, so I just set it up for an Enthusia clutch.

I suggest the Microcon 2 because it's the same size pedals as the big MC2 wheel, but it's like $30 new.

I tried substituting a regular ps2 controler, but enthusia wont let u use two diff controllers to control the car, so i dunno if that will work

 

[nismo4life]

I tried substituting a regular ps2 controler, but enthusia wont let u use two diff controllers to control the car, so i dunno if that will work

i don't think there is a single game for ps2 that allows you to use 2 controllers for 1 player.

 

[sicbeing]

GT4 allows you to use the Controller to gas/brake and use the DFp to do everything else, maybe it'll work for Enthusia as well?

(The controller plugged into Player 1 slot, and the DFp in the USB slot, when using the controller with the DFp plugged in and powered on, in GT4 it allows the controller to accelerate and brake the car, but not steer it, and it also allows the DFP to function as normal).

 

[nismo4life]

GT4 allows you to use the Controller to gas/brake and use the DFp to do everything else, maybe it'll work for Enthusia as well?

(The controller plugged into Player 1 slot, and the DFp in the USB slot, when using the controller with the DFp plugged in and powered on, in GT4 it allows the controller to accelerate and brake the car, but not steer it, and it also allows the DFP to function as normal).

The Axis that the right analog stick and the brake and accelerator use are the same bro. So basically I could use the right pedal to accelerate, and the square button to brake. Either way I have a very heavy foot so something like that would probably break after 5 minutes of use with me lol.

 

[Onikaze]

Uh, Enthusia lets you map functions to the main controller and the DFP at the same time.

I had set up a DS2 where I could hit the L2 button with my toe and made that the clutch.

Then I got my MC2 and made the Gas pedal a Clutch just for the geeky pleasure of having a pedal.

It's sooooo worth the $30, just make sure you set it up so it's the same height/angle as the brake pedal on the DFP, I used a pair of dumbells, some tape, and the back of the entertainment center for mine.

 

[nismo4life]

Uh, Enthusia lets you map functions to the main controller and the DFP at the same time.

I had set up a DS2 where I could hit the L2 button with my toe and made that the clutch.

Then I got my MC2 and made the Gas pedal a Clutch just for the geeky pleasure of having a pedal.

It's sooooo worth the $30, just make sure you set it up so it's the same height/angle as the brake pedal on the DFP, I used a pair of dumbells, some tape, and the back of the entertainment center for mine.

Yes you can do that, but what we are talking about is making it pressure sensative and you can't because the 2 axis for the game (Steering and gas/brake) are used by the dfp already. I think im gonna make a clutch though, seems fun .

 

[Superhero Wally]

Dear MacGyver,
Enclosed is a straw, rubber band, and paperclip. please save my dog.

Can you install one of those in my car. 97 Hyundai Elantra.
Oh wait it's an auto. Do you think you could make me a manual tranny to go with it.
LMAO, that is damned fantastic.

 

[ND4SPD]

Nice, the first clutch pedal to come with a nutrition facts label!

 

[nurburgring]

Dear MacGyver,
Enclosed is a straw, rubber band, and paperclip. please save my dog.

Can you install one of those in my car. 97 Hyundai Elantra.
Oh wait it's an auto. Do you think you could make me a manual tranny to go with it.
LMAO, that is damned fantastic.

Well, well, you're not helping the people here who dare giving good basis for innovative ideas... I hope it is just a joke!
Put some smilies next time to let us know your real meanings...

Following the interesting basis for innovative ideas, I will install a clutch pedal with a on/off switch connected to the controller that I modified and installed for my DIY shiftstick (link in my signature).

I'll connect this on/off switch to the modified controller ground cable:
if I don't push the pedal, the ground wire wont connected between the controller and the PS2. So the only time I will able to upshift or downshift will be when the shift pedal is down (connection established).
I just have to find the ground wire in the controller (just a question of minutes).

And I will install an additional switch for the no-clutch-cars (keeping the connection "on" all the time).
I will post pics and diagrams later!

Sorry for my bad english, hope everybody understood what I meant...

 

[VIPFREAK]

Awesome Ghetto Clutch.

ok... that's a good description for what I was thinking.

 

[nurburgring]

ok... that's a good description for what I was thinking.

Thanks for your constructive comment!
It will help a lot people who are trying to give good ideas...

The drawing and pics are what is called prototyping an idea.

Stop critisizing, do better and send your pics...

 

[Ben_jamin]

That is pretty genius. Skillracer and Nurburgring both. Awesome guys, thanks for sharing with us.

 

[omegalotus]

Great idea!!!

People like you improve the world, and the fun of simulation racing! I hope they will make the next DFP with clutch, which I hope will come together with GT5 and PS3.

 

[Aus Rotten]

Are those crayons or jumbo markers used in the diagram? Just kidding, that think is great!

 

[Nitrous oxide]

hmm your the 2nd person I know to have tried somthin like this... altho the other guy made it for the DFP wheel pedal set. Looked alright I suppose but either way some people have to much time on there hands lol

 

[shakinsteed]

lmao

best clutch ever!

haha! triple disc i assume.

 

[Amemiya]

Nice clutch.

 

[SkillRacer]

Thanks for your constructive comment!
It will help a lot people who are trying to give good ideas...

The drawing and pics are what is called prototyping an idea.

Stop critisizing, do better and send your pics...

dude, chillax I'm actually very proud of the ghettoness of my creation. There isn't a single part on that thing that doesn't serve some purpose. And the important thing is, it was built from a bunch of crap around the house accumulating to a total cost of $0.15 for a bandade which I used to cover a cut that i got while trying to screw in one of the screws using a scissor. Oh yeah, 💡 I forgot to mention that part, I didn't use a screw driver. And it works great, just took a little while to get the callibration right.

One thing i need improvement on is to stiffen up the joint. It whobbles slightly from left to right because of the paper clip. Any ideas? I really appreciate the feedback everyone, thanks!