Central MS FFB2 topic - repair, settings and mods

[KG26_Alpha]

Originally Posted by recoilfx

Is there any way to increase default force effects under windows 7? I've extended my MSFFB2 stick, so the force feedback effects feel much weaker now.

I don't mind opening up the stick to do some hardware modding, but since I don't know much electronics, I am hoping that someone can point me to the right direction.

Any help? Thanks.

If you extended the usb lead the 5v power loss would /could affect it, use a powered usb hub (http://www.power-on.co.uk/ProductDet...ProductID=5563) nearer to your stick for better forces rather than messing around inside the sick.

[recoilfx]

Originally Posted by KG26_Alpha

If you extended the usb lead the 5v power loss would /could affect it, use a powered usb hub (http://www.power-on.co.uk/ProductDet...ProductID=5563) nearer to your stick for better forces rather than messing around inside the sick.

Nope, I extended the shaft - not the usb wire. Either way, the power for force feedback comes from an AC plug, not usb.

[KG26_Alpha]

Originally Posted by recoilfx

Nope, I extended the shaft - not the usb wire. Either way, the power for force feedback comes from an AC plug, not usb.

Ok now it makes sense, it wasn't clear to me what you meant before.

You have more leverage in the stick so less resistance is felt.

Have you tried editing the "Spring.ffe" in IL2 1946 ?

[recoilfx]

Yep. I tried, but the strength was already set at max 1000.

I tried to add another spring effect. While this makes the overall force stronger, unfortunately it also increase the 'notches' of the stick (when I move the stick one direction, I can feel soft notches of resistance during motion).

[KG26_Alpha]

Have you got the other spring effect file?

I would be interested in having a look

[Azimech]

This is my preference but if you or anyone have better settings or ideas for even more control ... don't hesitate to post them.

[Chivas]

I setup my MSFF2 elevators, ailerons, and ailerons.....starting at around 28 with a slight convex curve to 100. This takes away any twitchyness around center, but I'm not sure how it would effect a long extension.

[badfinger]

Originally Posted by Azimech

This is my preference but if you or anyone have better settings or ideas for even more control ... don't hesitate to post them.

Azimech,

I tried your settings, and like them a lot. Thanks. I flew them in a Hurricane and an ME-109. Which leads me to a question. I find the Me-109, from 320-370 kph "bucks". The joystick jumps around as I get to 320, and then quiets down after I get above 370. Is that common? If not, any ideas why it does this?

binky9

[T}{OR]

Originally Posted by Azimech

This is my preference but if you or anyone have better settings or ideas for even more control ... don't hesitate to post them.

All axes on 100%. Anything below is too sluggish.

[recoilfx]

Originally Posted by KG26_Alpha

Have you got the other spring effect file?

I would be interested in having a look

What do you mean?

You can test it out using fedit.exe. Open the spring.ffe file, and insert another spring effect.