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^ That.
There's 18.5 million PS4s out there and I'd wager maybe 50 000 people own a wheel, tops.
They'd be smart to figure out something for GT7 though, I imagine there will be much more demand at that point.
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^ That.
There's 18.5 million PS4s out there and I'd wager maybe 50 000 people own a wheel, tops.
They'd be smart to figure out something for GT7 though, I imagine there will be much more demand at that point.
I just refuse to buy racing sims on the PS4 and encourage other people not to buy them either. In the end, money talks(heck, that's the reason for this BS Thrustmaster exclusive support in the first place).
I completely agree mate.
It's even stopped me buying a Bone or PS4 altogether.
Well, that... and Thrustmaster are actually still making gaming peripherals. Pretty sure Logitech is completely (if not almost completely) out of the gaming market.
Nope, all peripherals should have a five year lifespan. Tops. Buy moar!
/s
Edit: Jesus Christ. The Thrustmaster T300 (I guess roughly the G27 equivalent that works with PS4) is $500AUD to buy pretty much anywhere. Fuck that shit.
Shame. You're missing out on a gem in Driveclub, even with a controller.
You can change the degree level of back seating with switching front/back rods, try that.
And 3 hours is nuts
You can change the degree level of back seating with switching front/back rods, try that.
And 3 hours is nuts
Those instructions were god damn awful.
Nice!! It's look extremely compact. Dimension?
soundscream
Member
I told you!
When I got that small ass box I knew it was going to be work. Then I looked at those instructions like......
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Shifter turned up, £104 inc standard delivery was really good.
Much bigger than expected, feels great though.
Bollocks I can't find the fucking shifter bracket anywhere in the house.
Much bigger than expected, feels great though.
Bollocks I can't find the fucking shifter bracket anywhere in the house.
sems4arsenal
Member
You can change the degree level of back seating with switching front/back rods, try that.
And 3 hours is nuts
Hey amar, can I ask if there are any updates regarding the wheel situation? is there any hope?
I agree that the whole situation sucks overall but I have to admit guys...
After ditching fanatec completely (well except the CSPs that I still use) and buying a Thrustmaster TX with the TH8A shifter I have a bit of a relaxation feeling over here lol. No more stressing about wheel support or whatever. It just works (actually better than any Fanatec wheel I used in the past too IMO) and it's a great ecosystem.
I'm really happy with my TX+TH8A+ CSP Pedals setup for both PC and XB1 right now. It's pretty much all I need.
If they ever release a new GT game on PS4 in like 4 years or whatever then I'll try to find a cheap T300 base that I will be able to use with my rims, shifter and pedals.
After ditching fanatec completely (well except the CSPs that I still use) and buying a Thrustmaster TX with the TH8A shifter I have a bit of a relaxation feeling over here lol. No more stressing about wheel support or whatever. It just works (actually better than any Fanatec wheel I used in the past too IMO) and it's a great ecosystem.
I'm really happy with my TX+TH8A+ CSP Pedals setup for both PC and XB1 right now. It's pretty much all I need.
If they ever release a new GT game on PS4 in like 4 years or whatever then I'll try to find a cheap T300 base that I will be able to use with my rims, shifter and pedals.
RaceManIak
Neo Member
After 1 year now I LOVE my TX too and bought everthing for it : GTE rim, F1 rim, TH8A shifter and the CPX adapter to use my CSPv1 pedals.
I don't have a ps4 so i don't need another wheel for now and also hope TM will sell a T300 base only in the futur.
Any chance you got a write-up for your setup? I'm interested in the same wheel and would like to hear what you think about it when compared to your experience with Fanatec wheels.
Ignore the mess... lol.
Took about 3 hours to build.
Looks awesome. Thinking of doing similar Play Seat set up myself, but really hoping for a new wheel that will work on both the PS4, PC and Xbox One
Hmm I don't really have a write-up but if you have any questions ask away. Both me and Racemaniak will be happy to help you.
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Botched together a solution for mounting the TH8A.
Surprisingly long throw compared to the old Fanatec shifter but I got *crunch* *crunch* *crunch* when trying to play Forza 5. Either needs a firmware update or my clutch pedal is playing up.
Can't be arsed with it now but yeah, nice piece of kit.
Oh I've got the same setup too (TX,CSP+CPX,TH8A) thoroughly recommend it.
Surprisingly long throw compared to the old Fanatec shifter but I got *crunch* *crunch* *crunch* when trying to play Forza 5. Either needs a firmware update or my clutch pedal is playing up.
Can't be arsed with it now but yeah, nice piece of kit.
Oh I've got the same setup too (TX,CSP+CPX,TH8A) thoroughly recommend it.
RaceManIak
Neo Member
this guy sell Short-Throw Custom plates for the Thrustmaster TH8A and TH8RS shifter.
Nothing in stock right now but maybe I will buy his sequetial aluminium plate (the plastic one from TM is the only thing cheap with the shifter)
Yeah that's really too bad that the sequential shifter plate that comes with it is a cheap plastic one... But I'm not paying 100$ for a metal plate for my shifter lol.
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Very nice, thanks.
A bit rich for me right now.
A bit rich for me right now.
I told you!
When I got that small ass box I knew it was going to be work. Then I looked at those instructions like......
The fact that none of the large pieces were labeled and no idea of orientation in the video or instructions is mind boggling.
Beyond that the video guide had lame as hell music instead of a guy giving more clear instructions over audio....
I would say about 4' long, 2' wide and 3' high.
soundscream
Member
I got it when they first released it and they didn't even have a video then
The firmware for the shifter allows you to customize where the gear is engaged in the throw, and even turn 7th into 6th if you wanted to.
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Oh is that all the update was?
Hoped I wouldn't have to dismantle the pedals, it's probably just a dust blob on the hall sensor.
Hoped I wouldn't have to dismantle the pedals, it's probably just a dust blob on the hall sensor.
soundscream
Member
Looks awesome. Thinking of doing similar Play Seat set up myself, but really hoping for a new wheel that will work on both the PS4, PC and Xbox One
Fanatec recently gave a small update for their Next Gen wheel solution
"There are no news on the Xbox One steering wheel yet but things are smooth and we plan to make an announcement by the end of march so you know what to do if you plan to buy Project CARS. "
But as its been stated its likely to be ~$800-$1000 when its all said and done for the V2 base XB1 rim and the PS4 rim. It might actually be cheaper to buy 2 separate wheels. Of course that would include the hassle of changing them out. But given how long its taken to get some info on the XB1 rim, and no updates on the status of what's going on with PS4 compatibility, it might be a long wait for the mystical all in one wheel.
soundscream
Member
drugstore_cowboy
Member
TX plus T300/T500 works well. Only takes a few minutes to swap them over.
Having the crap laying around is the only downside.
Got the clutch sorted now, a year with paddles has got me in some bad habits of just flcking though gears, having to pick one and commit feels good.
Ta. There's some firmware for the TX and T500 I haven't updated to yet, I'll do the lot together.
Having the crap laying around is the only downside.
Got the clutch sorted now, a year with paddles has got me in some bad habits of just flcking though gears, having to pick one and commit feels good.
Ta. There's some firmware for the TX and T500 I haven't updated to yet, I'll do the lot together.
soundscream
Member
One negative I have about the TH8a is the cheap feeling plastic shift knob, sooooooooooo
GHG
Gold Member
Right... I think I'm now caving having sold my G27 about a year and a half ago while it was still worth good money. Project Cars full release is on the horizon so I need a wheel.
I'm thinking about getting the T300 GTE. Since it supports the PS3, PS4 and the PC (I've given up on the idea that there will be a wheel that supports the PS4/Xbox One and PC this gen, plus I'm seriously considering selling my Xbox One at the moment because of how dissapointed I am with Forza 5 and how my faith in Turn 10 has waned in recent months but thats another story...) its covers the platforms I need it to well.
BUT, there is no clutch pedal or H-Shift so it represents a significant step down from the G27 for me...
So my questions:
1. Can I get the T300 GTE and then upgrade the Pedals to the T500 pedals or similar?
2. Does it accept the H-Shift upgrade that Thrustmaster also sell?
3. Is there a foldaway wheelstand like wheelstand pro for this wheel yet that would be compatible with the upgraded pedals for the wheel?
Pricing wise this is looking like it will be quite an expensive venture once all is said and done (compared to how straight forward the G27 + Wheelstand Pro venture was) but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end...
Bonus question:
- Is there an alternate wheel that I'm not seeing yet that comes with a H-Shift and clutch pedals that supports all 3 of the PS4/PS3/PC?
I'm thinking about getting the T300 GTE. Since it supports the PS3, PS4 and the PC (I've given up on the idea that there will be a wheel that supports the PS4/Xbox One and PC this gen, plus I'm seriously considering selling my Xbox One at the moment because of how dissapointed I am with Forza 5 and how my faith in Turn 10 has waned in recent months but thats another story...) its covers the platforms I need it to well.
BUT, there is no clutch pedal or H-Shift so it represents a significant step down from the G27 for me...
So my questions:
1. Can I get the T300 GTE and then upgrade the Pedals to the T500 pedals or similar?
2. Does it accept the H-Shift upgrade that Thrustmaster also sell?
3. Is there a foldaway wheelstand like wheelstand pro for this wheel yet that would be compatible with the upgraded pedals for the wheel?
Pricing wise this is looking like it will be quite an expensive venture once all is said and done (compared to how straight forward the G27 + Wheelstand Pro venture was) but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end...
Bonus question:
- Is there an alternate wheel that I'm not seeing yet that comes with a H-Shift and clutch pedals that supports all 3 of the PS4/PS3/PC?
Yea, $800-$1000 is far too rich for my blood. I won't be able to get away defending that to my wife, especially when I've already just decked out a gaming room with an additional console and a new 65" screen….
GHG
Gold Member
Yep from what I've read I've all but given up of a wheel that will cover all platforms. My wife would actually kill me if I spent that much on a wheel, especially considering she doesn't like them anyway and thinks of me using one as "boy racer training"...
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Got my T300RS early last week and a GT Omega Steering Wheel Stand on Friday.
First wheel set I've ever owned, I had spent a good few years umming and ahhing about getting the G27 set, really glad I never did due to compatibility issues. The wheel is awesome with Driveclub. Shame I'm rubbish at racing/driving games, but have slightly improved just by playing a fair bit over the weekend. Can't wait to hook it up to the PC and play some Dirt 1 and 2 and Race Driver Grid with it.
It's taken me a while to get used to the 1080 wheel, as most wheels in arcades I've used have normally been a bit more twitchy, that and the games have been more pure arcade racers and less I guess simcade is what you'd call Driveclub. I'd imagine that for more arcade type games I should stick it to 900 degrees or less.
The DPD man has just dropped off the TH8A from OCUK, and a UPS man should be dropping off the T3PA today I hope. The TH8A is really solid, shame there isn't a quicker way to change it from the H pattern to the sequential shifter though.
I'm kind of glad that I only have space in the flat to play on my couch (granted hooked up to a 92" projector screen) as otherwise I could see me spending even more on a rig.
First wheel set I've ever owned, I had spent a good few years umming and ahhing about getting the G27 set, really glad I never did due to compatibility issues. The wheel is awesome with Driveclub. Shame I'm rubbish at racing/driving games, but have slightly improved just by playing a fair bit over the weekend. Can't wait to hook it up to the PC and play some Dirt 1 and 2 and Race Driver Grid with it.
It's taken me a while to get used to the 1080 wheel, as most wheels in arcades I've used have normally been a bit more twitchy, that and the games have been more pure arcade racers and less I guess simcade is what you'd call Driveclub. I'd imagine that for more arcade type games I should stick it to 900 degrees or less.
The DPD man has just dropped off the TH8A from OCUK, and a UPS man should be dropping off the T3PA today I hope. The TH8A is really solid, shame there isn't a quicker way to change it from the H pattern to the sequential shifter though.
I'm kind of glad that I only have space in the flat to play on my couch (granted hooked up to a 92" projector screen) as otherwise I could see me spending even more on a rig.
soundscream
Member
I wonder if its possible for thrustmaster to steal Fanatec's idea for cross platform support, by having the chip for the system in the wheel rim. I surely would drop $200 on a wheel rim that would enable PS4 support for my TX.
Wirelessly you mean right? Because the PWTS works over USB in PC mode on PS3. Fanatec used to sell a wireless dongle, don't know if they still do.
GHG
Gold Member
Perfect, just what I was looking for. Thank you.
Hopefully I can get everything in time for PCars release.
soundscream
Member
If you buy the shifter, make sure to get the TH8A which is for the TX and T300 wheels. The shifter for the T500 doesn't work with those.
You sold all your fanatec stuff?
For me I stopped using the wheel but I kept my CSP V1 set that I now use with my TX Wheel on both PC and XB1. If you still have Fanatec pedals you could do that with your T300 too.
Definitely invest in the T3PA pedals, or find a used set of T500 pedals. The stock brake pedal is the worst. The brake mod that comes from with the T3PA is really good. There not as great as my Fantec clubsports but after putting on a real set of pedals they feel great.
Where did you get those pedals from? I've been looking for possible replacements for my T3PA that should arrive today, along with looking at some funky shift knobs.
soundscream
Member
Just some cheap $15 pedals from AutoZone, I'm sure you could find them at any auto store. Put them on a few months ago as a test run, I'm looking to move up to these to match my newly acquired shift knob.
Just some cheap $15 pedals from AutoZone, I'm sure you could find them at any auto store. Put them on a few months ago as a test run, I'm looking to move up to these to match my newly acquired shift knob.
Cheers for the reply, none in the UK amazon store, but after some google kung-fu I have found http://www.vividracing.co.uk which looks to have a good selection of replacement pedals and shift knobs.
I should really get the just arrived stuff set up before I think too heavily about replacement bits.
soundscream
Member
LOL its a deep hole to go down.
Next thing you will be looking to put a real steering wheel on your base.
GHG
Gold Member
Had a G27 previously and the wheelstand pro,not Fanatec. Sold it mainly because I moved abroad and had limited shipping space so only took essentials mostly and the wheel set didn't fall in that category (especially not with the wife). In addition to that there were rumblings that last gen wheels would not be compatible with next gen so it made my decision easier.
Thanks for the advice guys.
I've already got the dream rig set up in my head, unfortunately (or fortunately for my bank account) I couldn't get a whole rig in my flat without getting rid of the rather nice couch.
Still just having a decent wheel and wheel stand whilst sat on the couch is pretty good fun for the moment.
A quick note for anyone thinking about getting a GT Omega Steering Wheel Stand, the T3PA pedals can only lock into the base in one place, there is a bar at the bottom that secures the pedals too but there may be some slight movement on the side that isn't secured (a couple of millimetres after an hour or so of play). Their Gear Shifter Mount V2 that I received didn't fit the pre-drilled holes of the stand either, so I had to get the drill out which was a little disappointing. It's still a good mount.
The Project Cars twitter just retweeted this video from the Logitech G twitter.
Fast and Nimble
The obvious take from the space theme would be a joystick for Star Citizen but since Project Cars retweeted it, it might be a new wheel?
Fast and Nimble
The obvious take from the space theme would be a joystick for Star Citizen but since Project Cars retweeted it, it might be a new wheel?
soundscream
Member
Its an odd thing to tweet because it has nothing to do with pcars on the surface. Weren't star citizen and pcars all a part the crowd funding train around the same time? Maybe mural respect between studios, but hey anything is possible.
One got 60+ millions (+ everything Elite also got) Vs CARS who got 2millions.
Not exactly the same scale.
Also...there's a mouse in that teaser so.....
