Another Fanatec wheel arrives!
- Thread starter jonboy1066
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- 507
- Tulsa, OK
- greekbull
- greekbull
I think the paddle issue is with some and not others. The GT2 wheel I have has no problem with making paddle shifts from any angle even at the extreme top or bottom. Don't get me wrong really the paddle shifters could be nicer and more robust and really are my one complaint. But, the ones on my wheel do work perfectly.
- 507
- Tulsa, OK
- greekbull
- greekbull
Well I just looked at my first GT2 that died on me. It does have indentations behind the shifter paddles in the wheel. So it looks like the first one was also in the same boat as your current GT2. The replacement wheel that I received a few weeks ago does not have that issue. Now I can't see any visible difference between the two but it just works fine from any angle and doesn't rub.
I don't think the shifters are breaking down at all I just wish they had a more solid feel on their own all metal axis. That's really the only part of the wheel that doesn't feel top notch to me.
Two thoughts;
1) they are not comparing it to the T500, they clearly refer to the wheels which they tested in their multi wheel test last year. And to their credit have refused to review the T500RS till they could do as thoroughly as the others
2) They don't consider it to be the same class of wheel.
Of the two options I go with the first myself.
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
I was thinking that they did thus full review for the GT2 before they received the T500. A couple of breaths later, Darin proved that to not be the case. So, now there is contradiction and confusion. The only way to solve it would be to revisit the wheel showdown with GT5 being the test.
- 1,002
- Northern VA
Do any 911 Carrera owners want a set of the el-cheapo shifter "paddles" that Fanatec shipped with the Turbo S? I can just drop 'em in a padded envelope and send them USPS in the continental US. I'm not looking to get anything out of this unless you live near DC and can buy me a beer.
Here's a photo for reference:
Here's a photo for reference:
- 1,234
- Northern Ca.
- Gunstar
- Gunstar Hero
Do any 911 Carrera owners want a set of the el-cheapo shifter "paddles" that Fanatec shipped with the Turbo S? I can just drop 'em in a padded envelope and send them USPS in the continental US. I'm not looking to get anything out of this unless you live near DC and can buy me a beer.
Here's a photo for reference:
Pretty generous 12th! Good on ya! 👍
Do any 911 Carrera owners want a set of the el-cheapo shifter "paddles" that Fanatec shipped with the Turbo S? I can just drop 'em in a padded envelope and send them USPS in the continental US. I'm not looking to get anything out of this unless you live near DC and can buy me a beer.
Here's a photo for reference:
I just ordered the Carrera Wheel and I forgot to order the $19.95 paddles. I'll gladly take these. Thanks.
- 377
For GT5 what settings are you guys using, how long do you play continuously for (no long breaks, pausing, etc) and how long until your wheels start to get too hot (shut off FFB or stop responding)?
I'm using FFB at 5 in-game, 100 on the wheel (Turbo S) and drift mode on 2 and my wheel seems to get hot quite quickly. Between 30 minutes and 1 hour of gameplay will do it even with a few short breaks (bathroom, water, pitting). It takes forever to cool down too. It makes it a PITA to do endurance races. I'm wondering if you guys have similar experiences or is this abnormal?
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Ok closer to every 30 minutes rather than every hour and when it gets really hot (45 minutes) then it needs 15 minutes to cool down otherwise it just heats right back up again.
I'm using FFB at 5 in-game, 100 on the wheel (Turbo S) and drift mode on 2 and my wheel seems to get hot quite quickly. Between 30 minutes and 1 hour of gameplay will do it even with a few short breaks (bathroom, water, pitting). It takes forever to cool down too. It makes it a PITA to do endurance races. I'm wondering if you guys have similar experiences or is this abnormal?
--EDIT--
Ok closer to every 30 minutes rather than every hour and when it gets really hot (45 minutes) then it needs 15 minutes to cool down otherwise it just heats right back up again.
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- 338
- Athens
- MARS__ATTACKS
I don't think you should worry about overheating. I usually play 2 - 3 hours without any pause. It gets hot, but never felt that this is causing any problem:tup:. I use max in-game and on the wheel FFB!
I have done several four hour sessions with my GT2 wheel and although it does get warm, I have not had any problems. I have FFB on the wheel and in game turned up to the max.
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
How is the ClubSport Table Clamp attached to the wheel? There is no way to get an Allen wrench under the plate.
EDIT: I popped out the pivot axle and removed the factory installed clamp. The rear of the base plate, how is it supposed to bind down? It lifts up even with the main binding screw turned as hard as I can.
Something's not right.
EDIT: I popped out the pivot axle and removed the factory installed clamp. The rear of the base plate, how is it supposed to bind down? It lifts up even with the main binding screw turned as hard as I can.
Something's not right.
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ShylockHolmes
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- ShylockHolmes
- ShylockHolmes
I`ve never had to take a break and I`ve played for a few hours straight many times. My G25 got hotter than my Turbo S, when using the F2007 I thought my G25 was going to melt!
- 377
Hmm, mine gets really hot (sometimes starts to smell bad) and does some unexpected things. I'll contact Fanatec when I finish my endurance race.
Another quick question, has anybody actually overheated their wheel? Did the FFB turn off or did something else happen?
Another quick question, has anybody actually overheated their wheel? Did the FFB turn off or did something else happen?
- 377
- 1,002
- Northern VA
Yup, it's the same. That's the power button.
- 10,403
- GTP_Spag69
- spagetti69
Hi guys. Got a quick question for you.
I'm not very computer savvy so be warned lol.
Ordered the gt2 and CSP. Primarily I'm only going to be using this kit on either PS or Xbox. My question is do they work straight out of the box on these systems or do I need to hook it up to the PC first to download stuff.
Cheers and thanks alot.
I'm not very computer savvy so be warned lol.
Ordered the gt2 and CSP. Primarily I'm only going to be using this kit on either PS or Xbox. My question is do they work straight out of the box on these systems or do I need to hook it up to the PC first to download stuff.
Cheers and thanks alot.
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
Spagetti69
Ideally you want to update their firmware. Which is super easy to do. Plus, you can set up the load cell for the brake with Fanatec's application for setting up your hardware.
You can get all you need at http://www.fanatec.de/html/index.php?id=310&lang=
I suggest you also download the manuals so you can familiarize yourself ahead of time.
It pretty cool to have to use a bit more pressure, or a lot if you like, to fully engage the brakes. You'll be quite happy!
- 10,403
- GTP_Spag69
- spagetti69
Thanks a lot Dave.
- 377
Thanks for the tip BTW. I did not even realize until you mentioned it but before when I first turned my wheel on after a night of not using it something (pretty sure it was the fan) made a horrible grinding noise for a bit. It has not been making that noise for awhile so I assume something jammed the fan and now it is dead.
I have checked but not while it is hot as I have been using 50% FFB while I am trying to do the Vettel challenges. The fan was not spinning. I will try to heat it up back at 100% and see if the fan switches on. If not then I will upgrade my firmware (currently on 669, the one just before fan control) and see if that helps. If not well then I will contact Fanatec, I have no qualms with replacing the fan myself as long as I do not lose my warranty.
