Another Fanatec wheel arrives!
- Thread starter jonboy1066
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- Espoo
- GTP_Raitzi
My Turbo S does centre correctly, however if I change the spring to "+1" or above it will slightly move to the left, if I put it back to "0" then it is centre again. This will only happen on the PS3 and not the 360.
On another note it would be great if Fanatec made this feature available for the Xbox 360
Are you using the Euro adapter that does the converting into 3 Pin for the UK ? If so perhaps bypass that and use a UK standard cable from the PSU, hope you get it working
Lol!!! even as a very happy, even smug, Fanatec owner I had to laugh at your comment but basically one size doesn't fit all otherwise we would all drive the same car wouldn't we.
As for adjusting the wheel I like the fact I can at least attempt to replicate the actualities of cars I doubt I will ever drive for real in terms of steering lock etc.
I will just have to keep P***ing about
Hi, don't know if relevant, but i have/ had the 2 to 3 pin adapter. Day back could hear it crackling, could even see it sparking, especially if moved only a bit etc etc, tried to bend one of pins, became a bit loose, still worked thou. Still crackling etc, so cut off 2pin & put on 3pin plug, used orig 3amp fuse in it. Now all OK. Don't know if it caused any prob while using wheel thou. Certainly wasn't making good contact & certainly wasn't looking good for long term use.
Cheers BOB
Cheers BOB
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GTP_FastM3
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- Prince Albert/S
- GTP_FastM3
I'm trying to decide between the Carrera and the GT3 RS wheel. I will mostly use it for GT5 and maybe PC sims later. I plan to hook it up to the Rennsport stand. I haven't used the shifters and prefer using paddle shifters. If I get the GT3 I likely won't add the shifter, at least not initially. So I have some questions.
Judging just the wheel itself, which one is better? A recent reviewer stated he actually liked the feel of the Carrera better, but I've read others say that nothing beats the GT3 for feel.
If I'm not planning to use the clutch is there much point in getting the CS pedals. Right now I'm just using a plain logitech Driving Force wheel with the cheap plastic pedals. They basically have no feel at all to them. How do the standard pedals that come with the Carrera and GT3 compare to these pedals?
Is there any differences between the pedals that come with the Carrera and the GT3 standard. The website mentions ABS feedback, but is that with just the CS pedals are also with the standard GT3 pedals
Thanks for any help
Judging just the wheel itself, which one is better? A recent reviewer stated he actually liked the feel of the Carrera better, but I've read others say that nothing beats the GT3 for feel.
If I'm not planning to use the clutch is there much point in getting the CS pedals. Right now I'm just using a plain logitech Driving Force wheel with the cheap plastic pedals. They basically have no feel at all to them. How do the standard pedals that come with the Carrera and GT3 compare to these pedals?
Is there any differences between the pedals that come with the Carrera and the GT3 standard. The website mentions ABS feedback, but is that with just the CS pedals are also with the standard GT3 pedals
Thanks for any help
- 9,589
- GTP_DelphicR
- Esoterik1
Most everyone will prefer the feel of the GT3RS. Some people just like the feel of gears over belts. It's a preference thing, but I prefer the smoothness of the belt drive system in the GT3RS and PWTS.
The standard pedals have different levels of resistance to each pedal, (with the throttle being a bit too light in my opinion) The Clubsports main difference is the brake pedal (Load Cell) that reacts off of pressure rather than travel. This is what makes all the difference. Beyond that, the Clubsports are fully adjustable. If you are playing a game like F1 2010, you can remove the clutch pedal, and move the brake pedal over to the left for better foot placement and left-foot braking. If you are playing GT5, you can leave the clutch pedal, and move the brake pedal to the right for better heel-toe.
However, if you are happy enough with your current pedals, the standard pedals will feel like a big upgrade I'm sure. So, just go with what you feel you will need out of your pedals.
The only difference between them is how they are painted (or unpainted in the case of the PWC). Other than that they are identical. The ABS function is only for the CS Pedals.
- 791
- London
Erm..... yeah, I have recieved a minor problem with the clamp on my PWC, it's very loose and considerably.... er.. useless.
So what should I do, the CSTC ships mid-November but I want to race now!
I'll e-mail Fanatec support see if they can help. If you guys want, I'll keep you updated.
So what should I do, the CSTC ships mid-November but I want to race now!
I'll e-mail Fanatec support see if they can help. If you guys want, I'll keep you updated.
- 790
- Germany
The standard clamp fits well if mounted correctly. Sometimes it gets stuck a little but please make sure that
1. you push in the clamp as close as possible to the tample as possible with no gap
2. Then tighten the big knob
3. and finally twist th two little paddles which apply tension to the clamp.
That keeps your wheel safe on the table.
BTW: I just released firmware 681 on my blog
1. you push in the clamp as close as possible to the tample as possible with no gap
2. Then tighten the big knob
3. and finally twist th two little paddles which apply tension to the clamp.
That keeps your wheel safe on the table.
BTW: I just released firmware 681 on my blog
- 1,002
- Northern VA
Just saw that, Thomas. It looks like you fixed the issue with the spring force (SPr) affecting deadzone. Can you please confirm? Thanks!
I love that the wheel gains functionality over its life.
Firmware 681
- 791
- London
When it was working, it was solid. Now at its hardest tightening, it is weak; if I shift or spin out, the wheel pops out from my table.
- 6,318
- West Virginia
- HBR-Roadhog
- HBR Roadhog
I currently have the Driving Force GT and the MS Racing Wheel. Placed an order yesterday for the Fanatec Turbo S and waiting for it to arrive. I liked the GT3RS Club Edition a bit better but I really want something that can work on both the PS3 and the XBox360 as I have both FM2 and 3 at the moment as well as GT5P.
The MS wheel is buggy and the shifters break easily. The DFGT is a decent wheel but the rumble feel is better on the MS Wheel. I am hoping that the Turbo S will blow them both out of the water in every category on both systems.
As to the FFB on the ABS from what I read this feature is not supported on game consoles and works only on certian PC games.
The MS wheel is buggy and the shifters break easily. The DFGT is a decent wheel but the rumble feel is better on the MS Wheel. I am hoping that the Turbo S will blow them both out of the water in every category on both systems.
As to the FFB on the ABS from what I read this feature is not supported on game consoles and works only on certian PC games.
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- London
Did you get the Clubsports?
OK thanks for the new FW, I will test it out and give F12010 a good thrashing
I will report back with my findings.
Updated to the new FW and all is good, cannot notice much difference with F12010 though. Perhaps turning the wheel is slightly easier if the DPR setting is set to 3. Not sure though
Hey guys, tomorrow I would like to try iRacing again,
What are the Patches for latest ClubSport pedals? and latest patch for the wheel is Firmware 681 right? To download that firmware I do not need any previous ones?
Do i need those CS and RS V2 firmware updates to play iRacing? Or just using the Fanatec driver will be good enough.
I am using Windows 7 64 bit.
What are the Patches for latest ClubSport pedals? and latest patch for the wheel is Firmware 681 right? To download that firmware I do not need any previous ones?
Do i need those CS and RS V2 firmware updates to play iRacing? Or just using the Fanatec driver will be good enough.
I am using Windows 7 64 bit.
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- West Virginia
- HBR-Roadhog
- HBR Roadhog
- 790
- Germany
The firmware updates are just optional to imporve the performance and give you more features. The basic compatibility is always there. Especially on PC.
- 9,765
- OrlandoFL GMT-5
- GTP__Jav
Hey! Thank's for the info man! Been looking at diferent Fanatec setups and is true, you are right about having some angle with the wheel still looking up a bit.
Would anyone hapen to know what's the distance betwen the center of the wheel @ 90* respective to the base?(how toll is it from the base to the center of the wheel?)
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- ace004
If you think about it the angle and the height of the wheel will be determined by your seating height, how big you are, how long your arms are, where you are comfortable, and then there are friends at different heights that might wanna try. If you take a look at the Low Budget cockpit build thread you will be able to find a ton of cockpits with adjustable tilt for the wheel. That's how I'm building mine. I'm 5'8" and majority of my friends are above 6 feet... just a thought
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- URBANCOCKPIT-1
@ Fanatec:
I am planning to buy the Fanatec Porsche 911 Carrera Wheel.
When clicking on USA & Canada Buyers on your website, it seems to give only the price in US $ and for US only.
What is the total amount including shipping for H4J 1T1 (Montreal, Quebec, Canada) ?
I am planning to buy the Fanatec Porsche 911 Carrera Wheel.
When clicking on USA & Canada Buyers on your website, it seems to give only the price in US $ and for US only.
What is the total amount including shipping for H4J 1T1 (Montreal, Quebec, Canada) ?
