How do you intend to play GT5? (HDTV-SDTV/PC monitor/wheel/controller)
- Thread starter SrRd RacinG
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- spatulaorama
- emperor of ammo
Samsung is the way to go I think. I've had my Samsung LCD 40'' since 2007 and its been pretty good. However I don't think the TV likes displaying at 1080p (it can, however I have a feeling its a bad processing unit) as after a while you'll see lots of squiggly artifacts. It runs perfect at 1080i.
Also, 40 inches looks TINY when you're in the store when its next to a 50 inch, but when you bring it home, you're like oh damn that's pretty big.
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- SCUD77
Yeah ! Don't ever buy a t.v from costco 👍 they all look like bedroom monitors next to the 65 and 71inch monsters they have there.
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- redrobin347
No, i do not believe the G27 has sequential up and down. I think it only has the H pattern and the paddles. My G27 is scheduled to be here on Wednesday so i may be able to help you with some questions. This too will be my very first wheel. I can't wait till it shows up!
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- albtifosi
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Just the Dualshock3 on my 42" 1080p LCD rebadged LG panel, would love a wheel but my disability makes it impossible to use the pedals.
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- TagCloud86
Logitech Driving Force GT and 42" LCD HDTV from LG. I haven't played a GT game since GT4, which I last played in '07 or so. This will be the first time I'm using a steering wheel in a GT game, and a force feedback wheel for ANY game (my wheel is still untouched...), so I will likely drive like crap for some time. I do realize the problem with racing on professional physics with the DS3, though, so I thought getting a wheel seemed in place.
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- spatulaorama
- emperor of ammo
If its cash and you can pay for it 100% on your next CC statement, good on you, that was my build up (although not all at once).
if you're paying with CC and intend to carry that balance on future statements ad infinem, your wallet will for sure hate you for it. Just some food for thought, although you probably already knew this. 👍
Yes it's the same with everyone switching from controller to wheel. I was terrible at Forza 2 starting out with the controller and wheeing towards the wheel. I spun out and had barely any control for the first few days. Give it time and your lap times will match if not exceed your controller times.
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- Sum1s2pid
That would work, but unfortunately, pretty much all wheel buttons are not analog. It's 'on', or 'off' or nothing. gt3freak_2001 would have to find a way to modify the pedals into levers or something, and mount them on or close to the wheel. Wheels that have paddle shifters with a long throw might be doable, after some fiddling. A brief search online didn't yield any tutorials on modifications, but I'm sure someone out there has come up with something that doesn't require too much technical know-how.
If a Wii Wheel were compatible with GT5, that would be nice (tilt throttle and brake, steer as per usual)--though its lack of a solid base and force feedback would leave a bit to be desired.
There's this, but the review was less than favorable, and there is only vibration--no force feedback. I'm unsure about its compatibility with GT5, and there is no mention of its range of rotation.
It's unfortunate that peripheral manufacturers haven't stepped up to produce a solid 900° gaming wheel that includes every feature of the best wheels--all contained within easy reach.
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- xSTIG_JUNIORx
22" LCD Screen, 1080p full HD
G27 racing wheel home custom
G27 racing wheel home custom
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Quick update:
Got everything in and I am loving the setup, so much more control in games and such. Can't wait till GT5 comes out after trying this for the first time lol. Some pictures:
Cable management seems to still be an issue and sometimes my foot gets tangled in the wires for a moment which is getting annoying. Anyone have any tips on how to tunnel the wires best so they don't get in the way? I think I am going to get some tubing or something and try and run the cables through it and then under the pedals. Ideas? Here is a picture of the mess of wires I am talking about.
Once the wire issue gets resolved I should be able to move this all about, its quite light but very stable (not when you pull directly back at you though lol, I have a chair with wheels on the bottom and forgot how to lock the wheels in place heh, happened a few times).
Got everything in and I am loving the setup, so much more control in games and such. Can't wait till GT5 comes out after trying this for the first time lol. Some pictures:
Cable management seems to still be an issue and sometimes my foot gets tangled in the wires for a moment which is getting annoying. Anyone have any tips on how to tunnel the wires best so they don't get in the way? I think I am going to get some tubing or something and try and run the cables through it and then under the pedals. Ideas? Here is a picture of the mess of wires I am talking about.
Once the wire issue gets resolved I should be able to move this all about, its quite light but very stable (not when you pull directly back at you though lol, I have a chair with wheels on the bottom and forgot how to lock the wheels in place heh, happened a few times).
TRCThrobbinhood
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- TRCThrobbinhood
I'm going to be trying Ferrari Thrustmaster Wireless F430 Gamepad because I don't have the room now to use my Gameracer Pro Race Seat. I do have the G25 though so if i don't get on with the pad i will buy the Wheelstand pro, i just can't be bothered sometimes to keep setting the wheel up. If anyone wants the Gameracer Pro fairly cheap i'm in the UK near notts England, it's as good as new with the seat raisers and gear stick attachment.
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14" prehistoric Sony, or my 17" PC screen, whenever I play GT on a big TV I notice a lag between control inputs and actual response within the game, I don't like playing GT on big screens.
mickerocknroll
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- mickerocknroll
- Sold my box.
Yeah, good thread 
. I'll be playing on my 42lcd in 1080i(that'll do until the projector arrives) but only with a original PS3 controller 
Wish I could buy a steering wheel but I can't afford it now.
On the other hand, I've got good sound with my NAD reviever and 5 Dali Speakers
. I'll be playing on my 42lcd in 1080i(that'll do until the projector arrives) but only with a original PS3 controller Wish I could buy a steering wheel but I can't afford it now. On the other hand, I've got good sound with my NAD reviever and 5 Dali Speakers
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- RabidWolfy
- Xx Wolfy xX
On a 32 inch 1080p LCD. Don't have a wheel for the PS3 yet so its a Dualshock 3 for me. And I'll be sitting on my nice soft leather lounge.... 24 hour enduros were never so comfortable.
