I'm happy for you that you got a refund. I did go through their dispute process, but it was not eligible I'm guessing because too much time had passed. The time passed because Texas Sim Racing called me after I placed my order and told me it wouldn't ship for 6 weeks and I stupidly didn't ask for an immediate refund and take my money elsewhere.
The Obutto oZone...
- Thread starter Teh_Loserer
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im still waiting on my refund. i filed the dispute but still no response. ive already made another order through Chris as well. so im out $700 right now and no cockpit I got an email from him saying that the Canadian orders have been shipped and some people in the states have already gotten theirs.
Now all I have to do is pick between the G27 or the 911 Turbo S with the CS pedals... I have asked so many people and checked so many places I'm just stuck.
Now all I have to do is pick between the G27 or the 911 Turbo S with the CS pedals... I have asked so many people and checked so many places I'm just stuck.
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- lazyjet
I'm using g25 and already reverse mounted pedals 
ill post pics up soon... I used a slab of wood I found in the garage and did quick measurments its not the nicest looking but definetly feels better
NavS if u wanna play forza3 then fanatec is the way to go... but both wheels are great
ill post pics up soon... I used a slab of wood I found in the garage and did quick measurments its not the nicest looking but definetly feels betterNavS if u wanna play forza3 then fanatec is the way to go... but both wheels are great
Hey lazjet,
How high (on average since I know that the wheel is height adjustable to some degree) would you say a TV screen has to be from the ground, to allow for comfortable viewing with the Obutto?
I'm talking about the actual, viewable TV "screen" and not the TV "frame" as this is usually different depending on the type of TV. In other words, the glass bit.
I am thinking of getting an Obutto, removing the monitor stand attachment and instead using my TV as the display, exactly as you have done in your picture.
From your picture it looks as though you have your TV sitting on another object in addition to it already sitting on top of your TV cabinet. Either that (hard to tell) or it is mounted to your wall?
I am wondering if this was the same home theatre configuration/setup that you already had prior to getting your cockpit, or if perhaps it is the result of adjustments you had to make in order to accommodate the Obutto's large size (height).
It would be much appreciated if anyone who owns one of these could give me their opinion on the minimum distance from the floor, to the bottom of the TV screen that they would allow for in the same configuration as the one I am describing (ie. if yours was also setup just as in lazjets picture above).
I am also interested to hear about peoples experiences in both using and mounting a Fanatec GT3 RS wheel, shifter and Clubsport pedals with/to the Obutto. Judging from most of the pictures I've seen it looks like most people are choose to use a Logitech wheel with this cockpit.
One other thing that I am interested in finding out about is whether the new, larger, tabletop add-on for this cockpit works well with a wheel/racing configuration etc. Is it more or less flimsy than the standard stock? It looks as though it was made so that the Obutto can also be used as a FPS gaming frame, but I suspect that having the extra table space could be useful if it still allows for a wheel to be mounted/used.
How high (on average since I know that the wheel is height adjustable to some degree) would you say a TV screen has to be from the ground, to allow for comfortable viewing with the Obutto?
I'm talking about the actual, viewable TV "screen" and not the TV "frame" as this is usually different depending on the type of TV. In other words, the glass bit.
I am thinking of getting an Obutto, removing the monitor stand attachment and instead using my TV as the display, exactly as you have done in your picture.
From your picture it looks as though you have your TV sitting on another object in addition to it already sitting on top of your TV cabinet. Either that (hard to tell) or it is mounted to your wall?
I am wondering if this was the same home theatre configuration/setup that you already had prior to getting your cockpit, or if perhaps it is the result of adjustments you had to make in order to accommodate the Obutto's large size (height).
It would be much appreciated if anyone who owns one of these could give me their opinion on the minimum distance from the floor, to the bottom of the TV screen that they would allow for in the same configuration as the one I am describing (ie. if yours was also setup just as in lazjets picture above).
I am also interested to hear about peoples experiences in both using and mounting a Fanatec GT3 RS wheel, shifter and Clubsport pedals with/to the Obutto. Judging from most of the pictures I've seen it looks like most people are choose to use a Logitech wheel with this cockpit.
One other thing that I am interested in finding out about is whether the new, larger, tabletop add-on for this cockpit works well with a wheel/racing configuration etc. Is it more or less flimsy than the standard stock? It looks as though it was made so that the Obutto can also be used as a FPS gaming frame, but I suspect that having the extra table space could be useful if it still allows for a wheel to be mounted/used.
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- GTP_Coxis
- Coxis
Logitech wheels are significantly cheaper, can be found in local stores (though there's a shortage right now) or ordered locally online, whereas Fanatec's need to be ordered straight from Germany, I believe there's a waiting list so you can end up waiting a few months to get yours, not to mention the shipping charges and any custom charges this might incur depending on your country. It's not just "this" cockpit.
Not trying to belittle Fanatec's product of course, hell, I wish I had one.
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I received my Obutto oZone just one week ago and I`m very pleased with him. It´s just great. I even received my Fanatec GT3 RS CS edition at same time.
I know the cockpit is "made for" G25/G27 but I adapted mine to the Fanatec too. The bar position under the wheel plate made it more dificult but I achieved to get there.
Check the fotos
I hope you enjoy 👍
I know the cockpit is "made for" G25/G27 but I adapted mine to the Fanatec too. The bar position under the wheel plate made it more dificult but I achieved to get there.
Check the fotos
I hope you enjoy 👍
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
I got an Obutto recently
I needed more than the Playseat can offer. We also bought a house and it has a basement. That means I can leave my rig out in my MAN CAVE!
My son gets my Playseat and will get my G25 when I get a new wheel sometime down the road. Until then he's using a DFP.
I'll post some pictures later. You can check my Facebook page if you like, I've been posting pix there. Facebook.com/DaveTheStalker
I needed more than the Playseat can offer. We also bought a house and it has a basement. That means I can leave my rig out in my MAN CAVE!
My son gets my Playseat and will get my G25 when I get a new wheel sometime down the road. Until then he's using a DFP.
I'll post some pictures later. You can check my Facebook page if you like, I've been posting pix there. Facebook.com/DaveTheStalker
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
I actually just finished building a platform. I used a 5 foot x 2 foot 3/4" piece of finished press board I found in my work shop. I used 8 castors and some U bolts. Plan it all out before you drill a hole!
I'll post a picture right now on the GTPlanet Facebook page right now.
I'll post a picture right now on the GTPlanet Facebook page right now.
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
Here I just upped a shot to PhotoBucket. I'm on my phone right now and can't paste images.
Used IMG code in the PB app
Used IMG code in the PB app
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
You're welcome!
I just edited the post with an image. Here is another.
Here is the one I had for my Playseat. It's way too short!
I need a platform to try and achieve a middle of the screen line of sight. My tv stand is a bit tall and the tv is a 50" plasma.
I just edited the post with an image. Here is another.
Here is the one I had for my Playseat. It's way too short!
I need a platform to try and achieve a middle of the screen line of sight. My tv stand is a bit tall and the tv is a 50" plasma.
said i could get one a racing cockpit and a G27, i will be set when GT5 arrives!!!
- 6,356
- Michigan
- DaveTheStalker
Does anyone know where to find the wheel template got the G25? the Logitech Support page is giving a 404 error.
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- Teh_Loserer and GTP_Teh_Loserer
- Teh Loserer
There's no bar to attach them, but I'm planning on bolting mine to a plank of MDF, and either drilling/bolting or clamping it to the bars going up to the wheel plate. Not too sure about the angle, though. I may have to play around with it some.
Then, once that is done, I plan on putting a bar or something between the bottom frame rails for the "floorboard" plate to sit on.
Pedal-Force
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- Pedal-Force
I just ordered mine. No damaged or old stock in the US, so I had to order a brand new one. They also seem to be more expensive than the old version.
$425 shipped in the US. The only problem is they're not in stock yet. The e-mail I got said they'd be here by November 15th, but possibly earlier. The manufacturing is done and they're being packaged now. I'm really hoping I get it before the 2nd, but I doubt it. Looks like my first couple weeks will be without a cockpit. I'll rig something up on a table I guess.
I'll be ordering a G27 shortly for use. It's gonna be awesome. Wish I had ordered earlier though so it'd be here in time.
$425 shipped in the US. The only problem is they're not in stock yet. The e-mail I got said they'd be here by November 15th, but possibly earlier. The manufacturing is done and they're being packaged now. I'm really hoping I get it before the 2nd, but I doubt it. Looks like my first couple weeks will be without a cockpit. I'll rig something up on a table I guess.
I'll be ordering a G27 shortly for use. It's gonna be awesome. Wish I had ordered earlier though so it'd be here in time.
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- Tennessee
Same thing happened to me. By the time I saved the extra money, the price went up $30, and they are out of stock, with an estimated shipping date of November 15. I will just continue using my card table and folding chair until it arrives.
