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  1. J

    RSEAT B1 Review

    Background I have been sim racing for a few years now and recently decided to upgrade from my Logitech G920 and DIY wheel stand to something more serious. I already picked out a direct drive wheel and load cell pedals, so the only thing left to do was find a chassis that could handle it. After...
  2. B

    Sim-Lab WS-Pro Wheel Stand review

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Sim-Lab WS-Pro Wheel Stand review. Please add to the discussion here.
  3. Sim-Lab WS-Pro Wheel Stand review

    Sim-Lab WS-Pro Wheel Stand review

    For the first 20 years of my sim racing career, I drove the way a lot of people drive: with a consumer-grade wheel clamped to the same desk I work at, sitting in a rolling desk chair. It was less than ideal, sure, but I was quick enough to win some races, and it was a cheap way to get on the...
    • Ben Keough
    • Article
    • 9 min read
    • cockpit hardware reviews sim-lab simracing wheelstand
    • Comments: 17
    • Category: Reviews
  4. Rebuilding a 1996 Thrustmaster wheel | Chris Haye Video

    Rebuilding a 1996 Thrustmaster wheel | Chris Haye Video

    Chris Haye is at it again. Again being kicking us right in the nostalgia with his latest video. Our old mate rebuilds a Thrustmaster wheel from 1996 and uses it with modern sims. Chris, I take my hat off to you mate, your approach to sim racing content is truly wonderful and the scene would be...
    • Steve Worrell
    • Article
    • 1 min read
    • 1996 90s chris haye hardware steering wheel thrustmaster wheelbase
    • Comments: 18
    • Category: Hardware
  5. Fanatec CSL Elite McLaren GT3 V2 Wheel review

    Fanatec CSL Elite McLaren GT3 V2 Wheel review

    It's back, it's better than ever and it still looks outstanding on any sim rig - the Fanatec CSL Elite McLaren GT3 V2 sim racing steering wheel is here. 2nd generation McLaren sim wheel. Retails around 199.99 EU. Compatible with Fanatec wheelbase ecosystem. Buy now from Fanatec for €199,95 I...
    • Paul Jeffrey
    • Article
    • 4 min read
    • csl elite fanatec hardware mclaren review reviews simracing steeringwheel tech
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: Reviews
  6. Next Level Racing GT Track Cockpit review

    Next Level Racing GT Track Cockpit review

    RaceDepartment recently had the opportunity to test out the Next Level Racing GT Track, and here are our thoughts on the flagship cockpit from the Australian hardware manufacturer. Next Level Racing GT Track modular cockpit design. Suitable for direct drive wheels. Adjustable and expandable to...
    • Paul Jeffrey
    • Article
    • 6 min read
    • cockpit gt track hardware next level racing review reviews simracing tech
    • Category: Reviews
  7. Mike Smith

    Fanatec Confirms Partnership with Gran Turismo

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Fanatec Confirms Partnership with Gran Turismo. Please add to the discussion here.
  8. Fanatec Confirms Partnership with Gran Turismo

    Fanatec Confirms Partnership with Gran Turismo

    Sim hardware developer Fanatec has announced it will partner with Gran Turismo to “see the two entities work together to develop new racing peripherals that will use advanced force-feedback technology.” Continuing their run of exciting news in the sim racing world, Fanatec has now confirmed it...
    • Mike Smith
    • Article
    • 2 min read
    • fanatec gran turismo hardware partnership playstation polyphony simracing
    • Comments: 61
    • Category: Hardware
  9. El_Aero

    DIY Ferrari 488 gt3 wheel by Orion simracing

    Hi. This is my Ferrari 488 gt3 wheel replica I made for Russian simracing community. So, wheel features: 307mm diameter 1180g or 1414g weight (with Thrustmaster quick release or 6x70mm aluminium adapter respectively) 5mm carbon fiber front plate Injection molded rubber grips Injection molded...
  10. Discussion | VR, Triple Monitors or Ultrawides?

    Discussion | VR, Triple Monitors or Ultrawides?

    This week HTC are launching two brand new Vive products, in a market that continues to grow at rapid pace. Has VR taken the lead in the sim racing world, and if not why? I have fond memories of my first virtual reality experience in sim racing. I did a couple of practice laps before jumping...
    • Charlie Lockwood
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • discussion hardware triple monitors ultrawide vr
    • Comments: 197
    • Category: Hardware
  11. Fanatec New CSL Pedals at a competitive price point - €79.95

    Fanatec New CSL Pedals at a competitive price point - €79.95

    Fanatec announce another new piece of kit a surprising price point. The kit appears to include two adjustable pedals with a full steel construction with the option of an additional third pedal if required. Another upgrade option is the addition of a load cell kit. This makes this set of pedals...
    • Steve Worrell
    • Article
    • 1 min read
    • csl csl dd csl elite csl elite fanatec fanatec hardware load cell pedals pedals load cell
    • Comments: 105
    • Category: Hardware
  12. Fanatec Reveal New 'CSL DD' Wheelbase

    Fanatec Reveal New 'CSL DD' Wheelbase

    German sim racing hardware giants, Fanatec, have revealed a new Direct Drive wheelbase - the CSL DD. Available for just £349.95 euros. New Fanatec Direct Drive wheelbase. New, smoother technology. Supporting the full Fanatec ecosystem of devices, the new CLS DD has been described by Fanatec as...
    • Paul Jeffrey
    • Article
    • 2 min read
    • csl dd direct drive fanatec hardware
    • Comments: 172
    • Category: Hardware
  13. Thrustmaster Reveal New Ferrari SF1000 Add-On Wheel

    Thrustmaster Reveal New Ferrari SF1000 Add-On Wheel

    Gaming peripheral manufacturer Thrustmaster have revealed a new product for their growing portfolio of racing sim wheels - the replica Ferrari SF1000 Formula One wheel. The second official Ferrari Grand Prix wheel from the brand, the SF1000 is a faithful replica of the wheel used by Sebastien...
    • Paul Jeffrey
    • Article
    • 2 min read
    • ferrari hardware sf1000 thrustmaster
    • Comments: 39
    • Category: Hardware
  14. NeverKrash

    Sell Fanatec V2.5 Wheel Base, Multiple Fanatec Rims, Drivehub

    Selling all of my Fanatec gear including wheel rims, base, clamps and a drivehub. Items are for sale elsewhere so act fast. Item Original Box Fanatec Bag Condition Customized Warranty Price (£) V2.5 Wheelbase Y Y Used - As new - protective film intact N Yes - 20 Months SOLD Formula V2...
    • NeverKrash
    • Thread
    • csl elite mclaren gt3 wheel drivehub fanatec fanatec formula v2 for sale hardware mclaren wheel porsche wheel
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Sim Racing Marketplace
  15. Paul Jeffrey

    RD Tech Review | VPG Elemento First Impressions

    I’ve been fortunate enough to lay my hands on the upcoming Elemento high-end sim racing wheel from the team at VPG – and despite its pre-production status, the signs all point to this being a spectacular piece of hardware. Standalone USB racing wheel. Compatible with all quick release systems...
    • Paul Jeffrey
    • Thread
    • elemento formula wheel hardware racing wheel sim hardware review sim racing wheels vpg
    • Replies: 47
    • Forum: Sim Racing Hardware
  16. capitan_penurias

    Fanatec Static Paddles (DIY)

    Hello ! I build a complete static paddles for Fanatec wheelbases, including the electronics needed to connect the paddles to the SHIFTER2 port. The main advantage of this project is that you can design your own sequential shifter and plug it into the base directly, avoiding using a...
  17. G-Slev

    Brake Calibration Question

    Could anyone give me some advice on calibrating the brake on my clubsport v3s? I was previously setting the minimum for all three pedals, then pushing the brake as hard as a could and setting the max. However, some kind folk here pointed out when I was posting a hotlap video that I wasn't...
  18. sonoftrollguy

    stuck at 35-40 fps, even with minimized graphics

    I have a 10th gen core i5 processor but i don't know what's happening. I even turned off a lot of custom shader patch's features and minimized the world details. I only play on low grahpic mod maps with very little things but still I have bad fps. By the way when I look back the framrate goes up...
  19. Paul Jeffrey

    GT Omega PRIME Aluminium Profile Cockpit

    This thread is for the general discussion of the item GT Omega PRIME Aluminium Profile Cockpit. Please add to the discussion here.
  20. G-Slev

    Opinions please on GT vs Formula Rims

    What it says in the title really. I am saving up for a new wheelbase and rim having bought some V3 pedals a few months back. I am going to go fanatec. I currently have a G29. I mostly drive in AC, ACC and RF2 - a mixture of endurance racing with some historic stuff and occasional formula...

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What is your next sim related purchase

  • DLC

    Votes: 117 27.1%

  • Full game

    Votes: 99 22.9%

  • CPU

    Votes: 53 12.3%

  • Graphics card

    Votes: 79 18.3%

  • Other PC related hardware

    Votes: 49 11.3%

  • Pedals

    Votes: 68 15.7%

  • Wheels

    Votes: 91 21.1%

  • Wheel base

    Votes: 67 15.5%

  • Monitors

    Votes: 42 9.7%

  • Something else?

    Votes: 48 11.1%
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