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racing seats / cockpit setups
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prelude514
Banned
Nice thread guys, had no idea it existed. Just found out thanks to the GT5 thread.
Alright, so here's my custom setup! I wouldn't have it any other way. It took me about 2 hours to build, cost me $12 in wood, and I happened to have an old Civic Si bench laying around collecting dust. The seat reclines and moves back an forth like it would in a car, so it's very accommodating. It's sturdy as hell too.
And just for shits and giggles:
I'll be building a new setup soon, once I finish moving into my new house. Same deal, but built with stainless steel 1 1/2" square tubing. Should be sick!
Alright, so here's my custom setup! I wouldn't have it any other way. It took me about 2 hours to build, cost me $12 in wood, and I happened to have an old Civic Si bench laying around collecting dust. The seat reclines and moves back an forth like it would in a car, so it's very accommodating. It's sturdy as hell too.
And just for shits and giggles:
I'll be building a new setup soon, once I finish moving into my new house. Same deal, but built with stainless steel 1 1/2" square tubing. Should be sick!
Here's my post from the GT5 OT:
I finally (almost) finished my custom built G27 setup. I got all the materials for free from my dad, who is a big time do-it-yourself guy and a bit of a pack-rat. It is mostly 3/4" plywood, the middle column and base plates are steel (I guess), and the pedal rest is on a hinge for quick adjustability. The carpet is just outdoor carpet I had left over from a reno last summer. The chair is an old Ikea chair that I modified, and covered in a fomie. The gear-shift mount is attached to the chair, but the gear-shift has to be removed in order to move everything which is a bit of a pain. In total, the thing weighs at least 60lbs, and is sturdy as a rock, but a bit hard to move :lol . Picts:
Wednesday can not come fast enough.
I finally (almost) finished my custom built G27 setup. I got all the materials for free from my dad, who is a big time do-it-yourself guy and a bit of a pack-rat. It is mostly 3/4" plywood, the middle column and base plates are steel (I guess), and the pedal rest is on a hinge for quick adjustability. The carpet is just outdoor carpet I had left over from a reno last summer. The chair is an old Ikea chair that I modified, and covered in a fomie. The gear-shift mount is attached to the chair, but the gear-shift has to be removed in order to move everything which is a bit of a pain. In total, the thing weighs at least 60lbs, and is sturdy as a rock, but a bit hard to move :lol . Picts:
Wednesday can not come fast enough.
So this might sound stupid...
But how realistic does it feel to drive with a wheel like that G27 and the full stick shift/clutch?
Is it more of a novelty or do the games actually require you to do it like you would in real life? I'm intrigued by that aspect of the games as I've always just played Automatic in my racing games.
But how realistic does it feel to drive with a wheel like that G27 and the full stick shift/clutch?
Is it more of a novelty or do the games actually require you to do it like you would in real life? I'm intrigued by that aspect of the games as I've always just played Automatic in my racing games.
Neuromancer said:
Just set this up last week. It's a Playseat Alcantara with mat, seat slider (which I definitely recommend) and the MS Wireless Wheel. It was pricey but worth it, if I tried to make a DIY it would probably look like Homer's spice rack. All in all I'm really happy with it although the instruction manual left A LOT to be desired, I ended up having to get help from Amazon's customer reviews of all places.
I also got Playseat, and really worth to get.
Wheel is Fanatec "Porsche 911 Turbo S Wheel", works with xbox360, ps3 and pc.
http://www.fanatec.de/html/index.php?id=250&lang=en
Also pricey but I´ve been happy, big plus is support of both system.
So ... finally had time to try my new GameRacer seat ...
And I like it. I suppose it's not Playseat-level quality, but heh ... paid 20 for it with a Logitech Driving Force !
It doesn't move, can be adjusted for the most important parts, and feels reaaaaly good when sat on it.
Now the only thing missing is a G25/27, but I'm working on it as we speak :lol
And I like it. I suppose it's not Playseat-level quality, but heh ... paid 20 for it with a Logitech Driving Force !
It doesn't move, can be adjusted for the most important parts, and feels reaaaaly good when sat on it.
Now the only thing missing is a G25/27, but I'm working on it as we speak :lol
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Do you guys reckon it's worth ditching the G25 and MS wireless wheel for Fanatec's GT2 Clubsport Edition? I could get around £300 from ebay for them.
Is there anything the Logitech does better?
Is there anything the Logitech does better?
drugstore_cowboy said:
I'll repost from the other thread, lol.
I say do it. the G25 is great but the MS wheel pales in comparison so it's hindering your future FM4 enjoyment
G25 has a better H shifter than the fanatec but the fanatec has the better pedals (since you're going for the real deal clubsports), the better ffb mechanism (quieter, smoother) and, of course, the cross compatibility with the 360. oh, and as a personal preference, i like how the d-pad and main buttons are on the wheel and not the shifter module.
twinturbo2
butthurt Heat fan
I want a Fanatec GT2 wheel and a Playseat setup. Should be perfect for me.
drugstore_cowboy
Member
LCfiner said:I'll repost from the other thread, lol.
I say do it. the G27 is great but the MS wheel pales in comparison so it's hindering your future FM4 enjoyment
G27 has a better H shifter than the fanatec but the fanatec has the better pedals (since you're going for the real deal clubsports), the better ffb mechanism (quieter, smoother) and, of course, the cross compatibility with the 360. oh, and as a personal preference, i like how the d-pad and main buttons are on the wheel and not the shifter module.
Yeah sorry about that :lol
The H shifter on the G25 is the only niggle I have with the wheel to be honest, it's a little toy-like and fragile, also getting it into 3rd under pressure is a pain in the arse.
I'm going to start knocking up an ebay listing then, thanks for that.
Fox1304 said:
actually, the GT2 is brand new. it's the Turbo S that they stopped selling. this is replacing that model.
it uses the same, fancy leather as the GT3 wheel but has the Turbo S xbox compatible internals. 250 for the wheel alone or 500 with the wheel, clubsport pedals and shifter set
A fully enclosed model cockpit of a WipEout craft. Surround screen and sound filling what would be the "glass" of the cockpit, with a controller resembling a cross between a modified Road Blaster arcade wheel to something out of an aircraft. The "cockpit" would bank with airbreaks, shift side to side with turns, shake from impact, and pitch and yawn via my controller input tilting forward/back. Fully leather seat with seatbelt and lots of bells and whistles to immerse me completely in the experience of being a WipEout pilot.mrklaw said:
The use? WipEout HD Fury + with 1080p 3D gaming (two ps3's under the hood?). Since this thing would cost me a lottery winning, I might as well commission Studio Liverpool to add some new tracks, old classics remastered, redone cockpit view that would show the nose (where applicable) of my chosen ship, more HUD options and voice options for announcer (specifically the Voice and sounds of WipEout XL), new skins and teams, and a few tweaks to weapon damage (like plasma shot being a one hit kill if direct hit on engine where emission trail comes from).
Gaming Nirvana.
Iron_Scimitar
Banned
For you DIY'ers.
Ordinary ottoman, right?
Flip that thang over and...
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/12/06/how-to-build-your-own-hidden-racing-sim-setup-and-keep-your-wife/
Ordinary ottoman, right?
Flip that thang over and...
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/12/06/how-to-build-your-own-hidden-racing-sim-setup-and-keep-your-wife/
I ordered the new Fanatec wheel earlier in the week and I think something went wrong during the procedure.
I went with PayPal, since I'm not German and I don't know what a money order even is. The site claims that payment is due immediately after you order, but during the checkout procedure I was transfered to the PayPal site where nothing at all happened. It's the first time I use PayPal so I'm not sure how it's supposed to work, but no money has been withdrawn from my account and I got no confirmation mail from Fanatec. The Fanatec site, though, claims the my order is now pending.
For you who just bought this wheel, were you charged, or did what happened to me also happen to you?
I went with PayPal, since I'm not German and I don't know what a money order even is. The site claims that payment is due immediately after you order, but during the checkout procedure I was transfered to the PayPal site where nothing at all happened. It's the first time I use PayPal so I'm not sure how it's supposed to work, but no money has been withdrawn from my account and I got no confirmation mail from Fanatec. The Fanatec site, though, claims the my order is now pending.
For you who just bought this wheel, were you charged, or did what happened to me also happen to you?
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Sorry for another bump/question...
How much does the GT2 CE work out in GBP inc postage?
I can't remember my login details for the Fanatec site to see that far.
How much does the GT2 CE work out in GBP inc postage?
I can't remember my login details for the Fanatec site to see that far.
Iron_Scimitar said:For you DIY'ers.
Ordinary ottoman, right?
Flip that thang over and...
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/12/06/how-to-build-your-own-hidden-racing-sim-setup-and-keep-your-wife/
A cheap DIY version of this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYejZUlygLU&feature=player_embedded
Nice. I actually prefer yours. And it doesn't cost 5000 euros. Of have ugly racing graphics on it.
drugstore_cowboy
Member
Fanatec reckon I will have my GT2 CE by the end of next week, anyone got theirs yet?
Diablohead
Member
To those who have tried it, how effective is sticking a sub under or behind the racing seat in these setups? does it help give the immersion of feeling rumble strips and knocks? since those sounds are usually deep on bass.
I haven't. But I've been tempted on numerous occasions to nerd it up a notch and get a buttkicker:
http://www.thebuttkicker.com/gaming/index.htm
http://www.thebuttkicker.com/gaming/index.htm
out0v0rder
Member
wow all of these setups just for gt5, they should have sold a playseat kit with them of something.
Neuromancer
Member
My Buttkicker Gamer stopped working a few weeks ago. It used to create a really strong rumble/vibration, now all of a sudden it sucks. Anyone have any experience with it?
Basically it's a motor you clamp to your chair, makes it feel like the seat is rumbling. It's really cool, well when it works anyway.
Basically it's a motor you clamp to your chair, makes it feel like the seat is rumbling. It's really cool, well when it works anyway.
Diablohead
Member
How long did it work fully for? if I could get a year or two out of the thing I would be happy.Neuromancer said:
I just re-arranged and painted my room and now have space for more serious gaming tools like a kinect and a racing seat
so I am interested.Neuromancer
Member
Less than half a year. =\Diablohead said:How long did it work fully for? if I could get a year or two out of the thing I would be happy.
I just re-arranged and painted my room and now have space for more serious gaming tools like a kinect and a racing seat
I'm now going back and forth with their tech support over email, I'm hoping they can help.
Neuromancer
Member
That must have been the problem, since they're sending me a new amp. Just got the email today. Good news for me!rise888 said:
drugstore_cowboy
Member
right now I'm not convinced switching from G25 + MS wireless wheel to the GT2 was worth it, the wheel looks terrific, the Clubsport pedals are great but G25's force feedback in GT5 felt so much better, GT2 feels heavy and lifeless in comparison.
Any new/better firware on the horizon?
Any new/better firware on the horizon?
I have a second hand wheel i picked up for PS2. It definitely works with Gran Turismo fine.
However for games that use the shoulder buttons for gas/brake the pedals and paddles don't work. There are "mode" buttons and "macro" buttons that I keep pushing ( i'm not sure what they do) and nothing changes. So NFS and Midway Arcade Treasures dont work right.
This wheel is not great quality, its a "Datel" brand. I figured someone on here knows the answer.
However for games that use the shoulder buttons for gas/brake the pedals and paddles don't work. There are "mode" buttons and "macro" buttons that I keep pushing ( i'm not sure what they do) and nothing changes. So NFS and Midway Arcade Treasures dont work right.
This wheel is not great quality, its a "Datel" brand. I figured someone on here knows the answer.
3 PS3 (GT5) | 3 XBOX (Forza) | PC w/GTX 590 | 3 NEC 23" LCD | Obutto | Fanatec PWTS | Spherex 5.1 | Buttkicker Pro
I am very happy with the Obutto cockpit! Quality is top notch and I can game for hours with no discomfort at all (used to have a Playseat EVO)
My Youtube Video of Shift 2 PC Multi Monitor action:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xHDje3NVt0