The Stick Thread

[chemist4hire]

This was very informative, @chemist4hire. Thank you for your knowledge, however, I still have some question regarding the fight sticks. You mentioned that the Seimitsu LS-40 stick part surpasses the JLF and Hayabusa. Why is that? You also didn't mention anything about the new Kuro VLX aside from the fact you own one. How is it? I know its length exceeds that of a normal fight stick stretching out to about 22" and it weights in at about 12 lbs. Is it that much of a burden to carry a VLX on ones person for competitive play? Again, I appreciate the information from your post. Thank you kindly.

I like the LS-40 because I like short throw and engage distances on my stick. I also do not like them to feel loose. This is my main problem with the JLF. The JLF stick feels to loose, and because of its large throw and engage distance, it has a large wobble zone (Area in which movement of the stick does not activate any of the micro-switches that lead to movement of character on screen.) You can fix looseness by swapping out the springs and change the engage distance by using larger actuators but none of those mods make it feel as good as a stock LS-40.

In terms of the Kuro VLX, I have swapped the parts for my preferred stick and buttons. It is a great stick and its what I play with at home, but for travel its too much of a hassle and I would rather just carry my Kai around. They sell a special bag to carry the VLX in but is expensive at $100 dollars. Also when I go to tournaments I travel with a stick for some games and a hitbox for others so carrying a heavier stick when I dont need to is also a reason why I just leave it at home.

 

[Hitoshura]

I like the LS-40 because I like short throw and engage distances on my stick. I also do not like them to feel loose. This is my main problem with the JLF. The JLF stick feels to loose, and because of its large throw and engage distance, it has a large wobble zone (Area in which movement of the stick does not activate any of the micro-switches that lead to movement of character on screen.) You can fix looseness by swapping out the springs and change the engage distance by using larger actuators but none of those mods make it feel as good as a stock LS-40.

In terms of the Kuro VLX, I have swapped the parts for my preferred stick and buttons. It is a great stick and its what I play with at home, but for travel its too much of a hassle and I would rather just carry my Kai around. They sell a special bag to carry the VLX in but is expensive at $100 dollars. Also when I go to tournaments I travel with a stick for some games and a hitbox for others so carrying a heavier stick when I dont need to is also a reason why I just leave it at home.

Now, I'm looking up the Seimitsu LS-40 stick and I found the LS-40-1. That's not different from the standard LS-40, right? Just making sure, before I make a purchase. I'm also to assume the color of the stick doesn't matter and it's just for aesthetics? Ah, gotcha. That would be a pain to carry around. Thanks again for the information, my dude. Knowledge is great.

 

[chemist4hire]

Now, I'm looking up the Seimitsu LS-40 stick and I found the LS-40-1. That's not different from the standard LS-40, right? Just making sure, before I make a purchase. I'm also to assume the color of the stick doesn't matter and it's just for aesthetics? Ah, gotcha. That would be a pain to carry around. Thanks again for the information, my dude. Knowledge is great.

The only difference between the 01 and non 01 model is that one has a pcb which allows a wire harness to be plugged into it and the other has you connect your ground and signals wires to each micro-switch. Get the 01 model it makes for swapping in and out of retail sticks easier. Also you will need to buy an s- mounting plate so that the stick height is right. If you use a flat mounting plate the stick will be too short. To install the stick, place it on the mounting plate with the 5 pins pointing in the same direction as the stick found in your arcade stick has its 5 pin connector pointing towards. Then plung in the wire harness UPSIDE DOWN. If you get lost you can follow steps 41-45 in this tutorial: http://pineconeattack.com/2009/08/06/how-to-mod-the-madcatz-fight-stick-with-seimitsu-parts/ .

 

[Hitoshura]

The only difference between the 01 and non 01 model is that one has a pcb which allows a wire harness to be plugged into it and the other has you connect your ground and signals wires to each micro-switch. Get the 01 model it makes for swapping in and out of retail sticks easier. Also you will need to buy an s- mounting plate so that the stick height is right. If you use a flat mounting plate the stick will be too short. To install the stick, place it on the mounting plate with the 5 pins pointing in the same direction as the stick found in your arcade stick has its 5 pin connector pointing towards. Then plung in the wire harness UPSIDE DOWN. If you get lost you can follow steps 41-45 in this tutorial: http://pineconeattack.com/2009/08/06/how-to-mod-the-madcatz-fight-stick-with-seimitsu-parts/ .

Word, but how much shorter is it compared to the regular stick height? I replaced my shaft on my ps3 stick with a shaft that is removable by lifting up a lever. That was is a little shorter than the standard height and I find it comfortable personally. I grip my stick shaft (hue) with my pink and ring finger while my other fingers grasp the ball top.

 

[chemist4hire]

Word, but how much shorter is it compared to the regular stick height? I replaced my shaft on my ps3 stick with a shaft that is removable by lifting up a lever. That was is a little shorter than the standard height and I find it comfortable personally. I grip my stick shaft (hue) with my pink and ring finger while my other fingers grasp the ball top.

It will be even shorter than the Link. It will be too short to use, get the s-plate.

 

[Hitoshura]

It will be even shorter than the Link. It will be too short to use, get the s-plate.

Something like this? http://www.focusattack.com/sanwa-jlf-p1-s-mounting-plate/

Sorry, I'm not too knowledgeable of what fightstick parts look like.

 

[chemist4hire]

Something like this? http://www.focusattack.com/sanwa-jlf-p1-s-mounting-plate/

Sorry, I'm not too knowledgeable of what fightstick parts look like.

no, this one http://www.focusattack.com/seimitsu-ss-mounting-plate-for-ls-32-ls-40/

 

[c0ki]

hi, it's me again. because i'm not so much into technic stuff i searched around the internet and read here and there. so, before i get this started, can someone tell me if this wiring setup will work or do i need to connect GND and +5V between the both PCBs? and the rest, is it ok? thanks so far.

 

[Souji5]

Just finished up a custom order over the weekend.
Stick features:
Crown 307 joystick
PS360+ pcb
Curly Maple stained case
Seimitsu 30mm buttons

soujistiks.blogspot.com

 

[c0ki]

So i finished my Project halfwise, still waiting for the Hori FC4 but the XBoxOne Padhack already works fine.
Last steps are:
- Padhacking the Hori FC4
- apply clearcoat
- get rid of the SOCD-issue
if someone had a solution for the SOCD thing would be nice. Greetings

 

[Esom]

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If you sand to a higher grit you'll get less blotching from your stain. If you're using a random orbital sander go up to 200, if by hand go to 250+ and make sure you're moving in the direction of the grain.

Last steps are:
- apply clearcoat

Ease your edges or the finish will crack or not adhere.

 

[c0ki]

Ease your edges or the finish will crack or not adhere.

Oh yea, good that you Mentioned that. Thanks

 

[aieches]

dont know if this was brought up or not or if anybody is aware a an easier way but for those with custom sticks for the XB1 - one way to have your mic work is to use a second controller - sign into your guest profile and invite yourself to the party or chat from your main account. this works 8/10 times for me ... sometimes i have porbs but it mostly works.... then you can talk in the guest account while playing wit the stick on the first account..

BUT!! you have to remember to hit the thumbstick every so often cuase if the scond controller times out or turns itself off- then your screen will go dim..

 

[EntropicByDesign]

Wow, I spend a few years away from here and there are some lovely sticks here. Glad to see people getting creative and hope that all your sticks are doing great!

Was thinking of maybe doing a tutorial on how to make one of these.

Don't know if anyone is interested, but if it generates enough interest, I'll make a video (or a couple) on how to make one

I would be very good interested.

 

[EntropicByDesign]

Here is my poverty stick with Optical P360 stick and HAPP buttons. My friend DanAdamKOF help me out to build this.

Best stick n/a. Best stick world wide. Best stick milky way. The sticker with macaroni on it really seals it.

 

[EntropicByDesign]

Question for you folks,I'm.thinking of picking up a qanba q4 early next week and was going to sell my injustice battle edition stick.

Anyone have an idea on the value of an Injustice Battle Edition fight stick? Good shape, all stock except one small thing. No box or anything, just the stick. I took the joystick bat top off and removed about a quarter inch off the bottom to make it closer to a ball top. Otherwise, its all 'stock'.

Great stick and I have no real issues with it all, just considering an upgrade, mostly cause I have some unexpected insurance money coming in and I like wasting it. Lol.

 

[Souji5]

Finished up a new blank case, the top flips open for easy access.

soujistiks.blogspot.com

 

[chores]

im building my hitbox this weekend. does anyone know if 30mm seimitsu or sanwa buttons will fit in a 1.25" diameter hole? or 24mm in a 1" hole?

 

[EmoScoobyDoo]

iirc the 24mm will fit in a 1" hole but its been a while since I made my hitbox, the 30mm I have no idea

 

[EntropicByDesign]

Yay. Qanba q4 ordered Monday, due to arrive this coming Monday.

 

[_xFriction]

im building my hitbox this weekend. does anyone know if 30mm seimitsu or sanwa buttons will fit in a 1.25" diameter hole? or 24mm in a 1" hole?

I think i used 7/8 for 24mm and 1 1/8 for 30 mm but had to widen out the hole a bit.

I use wood and ordered the mm forstner bits from asia, they work perfect

 

[chemist4hire]

http://www.toolup.com/DeWalt-D180019-1-3-16-30mm-Bi-Metal-Hole-Saw

That is the 30 mm hole saw I use.

 

[Audit]

Yay. Qanba q4 ordered Monday, due to arrive this coming Monday.

Congrats. I absolutely love my Q4. It's not the dual mod, buttons or anything that really makes it, it's the felt/fabric on the bottom that anchors it to your lap that separates it from other sticks.

 

[Aqueous_Echo]

http://imgur.com/a/2J3gX

Finally got my Atrox stick fully customized this past weekend. Sanwa bat top and buttons. Custom overlay/backdrop.

As ADD as I can be I'll probably wind up changing it around again as I grow used to it.

 

[Euph0nic]

I'm using a Madcatz SSFIV TE-S swapped MC Cthulhu on PC, and was thinking about changing to octo gate, does anybody have MKX experience with octo vs standard gate? I just miss diagonal inputs occasionaly, forward/backward jump will come out as a neutral sometimes.