How to Build a Wind Simulator

Today we tackle the Arduino-powered DIY Wind Simulator build! We’ll find:

  • How hard is a Wind Simulator to build?
  • How to choose the best components for your build
  • How much does a wind sim add to the driving experience?
  • Is it worth making a DIY wind simulator for your Sim Racing setup?

PLEASE NOTE: Some of the parts used in this guide are no longer available and have been replaced with newer models. A community member has provided notes on how they got the newer parts working HERE

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Part 1: Will this even work?

In Part 1 of this video series, we take a detailed look at how to wire up your fans to the Arduino board.  Then, hook it up to our Sim PC and go through the software configuration using Sim Hub.

Part 2: Fine-tuning and Conclusions

After some driving tests, we realise some tweaking is needed and get to work fine-tuning our setup.
Once optimised, we go for a spin and chat through the benefits of adding wind sim to your rig!


Software and Hardware Used

DOWNLOAD SIMHUB HERE:
https://www.simhubdash.com/

120MM to 3in reducer 3D Printing File:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2757663

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