I never got to use the rig actually, I only got to sit in it while the picture was taken at the end. I absolutely love it though! I have a Playseat Evolution right now and it will be so nice not to have a pole between my legs, and have the ability to move the seat forward and backwards.
I used the t500rs and pedals for all the races. The wheel is fine, a step up from my GT3RS, but the pedals (when combined with GT5 at least) are junk compared to my Clubsport Pedals. And I purchased a ClubSport Wheel a few weeks ago which just arrived and is spectacular, so I'll be selling the t500rs.
The prize also includes a Thrustmaster TH8RS shifter. I haven't decided if I'm going to sell it or try and buy an adapter board so I can use it with my Fanatec wheel. I got to play with it for a bit and it feels really solid, so I'm leaning towards getting the adapter.