MD500E simulator Project

[Rhys 01]

Hi all

This is my first post here so let me start by saying hello :ok:
I am currently working on a rather ambitious project, building an MD500e simulator from the cockpit of a Hughes 300, the project is about 80% complete.
I'm looking for the vertical measurement between the cockpit floor and the front window strip that the nose attaché’s too. That's about the last measurement I need.

If anyone can help I would be very gratefull

Cheers

Rhys

[apb]

Hi Rhys and welcome, I can't help you but I would like to see some pics about your project ;)

[Hughes500]

i'll measure one of mine for you tomorrow

[Rhys 01]

Hi
Thanks Hughes500 very much appreciated

Here are some pictures taken sometime ago showing the project in very rough mockup stage.

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/sig-1.jpg

The sim has changed since then so when I get a chance will take some more snaps.

Here it the instrument face
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/panel002.jpg

The project is 4 years in the making but if I can get hold of some parts to finish off hopefully the project can be finished in the next 2 months

Cheers
Rhys

[stringfellow]

If only I had a spare e model hanging round to casually measure!!!

And what a great forum to get a measurement like that off a member so promptly!!!

Fly safe.

[Torque and temp]

Hi Rhys,

If I understand you properly you want the vertical distance between the cabin floor and the horizontal beam that runs from side to side and separates the upper and lower windshields.

The vertical distance between the floor and the spot where that beam attaches to the doorframe (l/h and r/h) is 58 centimeters in the MD500E.

Good luck with your project! :ok:

[John R81]

Cramped little B*gg*r!

Build a 120!

[Hughes500]

John

certainly is but it doesn't half go !

[Rhys 01]

Hi guys
Thank you very much for that:ok:

Here is a couple of shots I took this morning, bearing in mind the centre window strip is just laying on top I need the front centre strip and nose cone fabricated and get hold of some seat swabsbut it's getting there.

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/heliproject002_zpsea30fb73.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/heliproject003_zpsb1b7e869.jpg

Cheers

Rhys

[Rhys 01]

Hi all

My all time favourite light Helicopter is the MD500 :D. Over the last 4 years I have been working on a MD500e Simulator.
I didn’t want to detract from 500 Fans post, 50 years of the 500 so created this one
Here are some images of the project from when it started as a humble but some what sad looking Hughes 300 too it's current state

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/helicop001.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/update-1.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/2-1.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/heliproject002_zpsea30fb73.jpg

Cheers

Rhys

[Rhys 01]

Hi all

I am looking for a scrap or old MD500e nose piece for my MD500e simulator as shown in the image.
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/nose04_zps68504f5e.jpg

I realize that most parts are salvaged and reused for airworthy aircraft and its a long shot I know, but if anyone can help or know's someone who could I would be grateful

Regards

Rhys

[Owz]

Rhys,
So what's your plan for this mockup? Are you going to get a working simulator? Or is it just a static display when finished?
Where are you based?

Owain...

[Rhys 01]

Hi Owain
It’s going to be a full working simulator. I am a full time fire fighter and this is my at home escape project.
The instruments will be displayed on a lcd monitor with a projector displaying the outside visuals.
Using real aircraft parts adds to the Realism and fell of the project.
I'm living in New Zealand

Regards
Rhys

[Owz]

Rhys,
A full working simulator? Top Man. I would love to have had a go once finished and I was hoping with a name like Rhys you would be in the UK or even Wales. Close enough to me... I fly a 500 (proper job), if your were closer would have offered to help as I have an engineering business here in Wales.

Shame your down under??
Good luck with it and keep posting photos. A bit far for me to come and have a go but who knows one day?

Owain..

[Rhys 01]

Thanks Owain
I have a proud welsh heritage and hate when people spell my name the other spelling ha ha.
The MD 500 is my all time favorite Helo hence the build:ok:

Cheers

Rhys

[nomorehelosforme]

What an amazing project, you must be truly committed and have the patience of a saint! Please keep the pictures coming!

[Rhys 01]

you must be truly committed
I think I should be committed ha ha, for starting such a project. It's those last few items to finish off but hopefully the project will be completed soon

Rhys

[Rhys 01]

Hi all
Project is coming along but I am wondering if anyone can help with some measurements of the MD500e instrument Panel.
I have the measurements of the top part of the panel where the gauges are' but I am looking for the following measurements that I have marked in red on the photo


http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/panel1_zps86e6aaf6.jpg

Cheers

Rhys

[DirtDiver]

Awesome project! :)
Keep it going i hope to fly one day! :)

[Rhys 01]

Thanks DirtDriver
Still looking for panel dimensions if anyone can help?

Cheers

Rhys

[DirtDiver]

Maybe you can PM or email the guys who helped you before? :ok:

[Hughesy]

Hi Rhys

Where abouts are you in NZ? There might be a 500 very handy to go intro your self and get some time with it to get some measurements

[Rhys 01]

Hi all
I am currently Building a MD500E simulator but looking for some help with the T shape instrument panel I am after the measurements marked in red

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p178/hsvgto/panel1_zps86e6aaf6.jpg

If anyone canhelp I would be very grateful

Cheers

RHys