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Old 01-19-2003, 07:16 PM
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So I'm thinking of buying a steering wheel for my computer. What's you're recommended model. The Logitech Wingman? Is "Force Feedback" worth the extra $40 or so?

Which games are the your favorites? Either on the Internet or just on a stand-alone PC.

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Old 01-19-2003, 08:35 PM
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I use the yellow Wingman Formula GP. It ROCKS. FF is okay, but I find it more of a distraction than anything realistic-like. It's very precise, USB, and works great with my WingMan USB flightstick.

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you guys are making me feel bad.. 2 linux servers.. 3 win2k workstations, and 1 win2k advanced server.. and a p3 win98 for games- I have no wheel- have to use a frigging mouse or keyboard..I SO want a wheel for NFS, but need a good one.. and dont wanna shell out 160 bucks.
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I got the red logitech formula force GP. I generally just play Gran Tourismo 3 with it, but I have to say that going from controllers to the wheel is like night and day as far as enjoyment and control go. It is well worth the $100+ in my opinion. And definately worth $40 more than a non force feedback wheel.
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the yellow one I have is selling for around $50 CANADIAN. That's like, $35 USD or something, and it's a wicked wheel.
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You want the best wheel ever made check this site out.

<a href="http://www.actlab.com/" target="_blank">http://www.actlab.com/</a>
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Actually, the best wheel I saw was a $900 setup where you sit in what looks like an F1 or CART tub with a steering wheel, pedals, and shifter. I have thought about that more than once, but can't seem to find a place for it.



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