I rarely had a problem in the sim. In fact, mostly enjoyed it.
The only time a checkie gave me a hard time, I dutifully touched my forelock and invited him to demonstrate. He declned. No further comment from the back seat.
In my dotage I now check others in the beastly thing. When dreaming up new methods of torture I always try them first to make sure that they are flyable. Then brief, then train, then test.
Simulator is supposed to be a learning experience. If check pilots are using it as a culling tool this is an abuse of power.