I've heard that some people/factions have made combat simulators based on the current set of rules and suspected workings of the system when it comes out. Does anybody know of any of these, and if they are relatively accurate? Thanks.

Have a look at various factions websites - generally its the government and security type factions that have them. Are they accurate? Yes and no. The weapon loadouts, hull, shield etc values are all as in the rules. However, the amount of damage they deal is guesswork. Additionally, weapon delays and travel are in the minutes rather than hours as it will be when combat is released.

Its a good approximation, but its best not to base any future preparation for combat on them.

I've not heard tell of any such sims! Where, and how do get my hands on one?

I think Hapes has one?

They are all based on the same code, if I am not completely mistaken.
And since the rules are subject to change, no one can code a combat simulation that matches SWC rules.

but who codes the combat sims, they may have some connection? or a combine descent?

No, Christopher. There aren't even most of the rules or equations laid out that are actually going to be used.

Seeing you get excited is cute, though. ;)