Who has a race simulator?
#31
These simulators keep me going during the winter months. I use the VR3 Frame from Simroom.com with the frame support which makes it very solid and transfers all the force feedback to your hand and not the wobble. The accessories are also the same as what MikeCA use which is Fanatec.com. Get the ClubSport series because they are well worth the money for a realistic feel. I used the GT2 wheels and love it but the Clubsport v2 wheel, sq/H patern shifter and pedals combo out of this world. You need to input the correct settings or else the stock settings will not bring out the full potential of the wheel. Highly recommend it to learn the track.
#32
I have a Fanatec setup as well. Definitely the best (modestly priced) hardware you can go with before getting into the really high end stuff. Assetto Corsa is just unbelievably good and getting better with each release. Comes out on consoles next month. I would stay far away from the Forza series if you use sims to practice off the track. The physics system just isn't right especially when the tires lose grip.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
#33
Race Director
I have a Fanatec setup as well. Definitely the best (modestly priced) hardware you can go with before getting into the really high end stuff. Assetto Corsa is just unbelievably good and getting better with each release. Comes out on consoles next month. I would stay far away from the Forza series if you use sims to practice off the track. The physics system just isn't right especially when the tires lose grip.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
#34
I have a Fanatec setup as well. Definitely the best (modestly priced) hardware you can go with before getting into the really high end stuff. Assetto Corsa is just unbelievably good and getting better with each release. Comes out on consoles next month. I would stay far away from the Forza series if you use sims to practice off the track. The physics system just isn't right especially when the tires lose grip.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
#35
Speakers are a Logitech 5.1 system. Forgot the exact model, but it's a few years old.
#36
Rennlist Member
Been working on a collaboration with some gents in Canada. This is a dimensionally correct rig modeled after 997 interior. Seat, pedals, shifter location are the same as a 997.
I recently suffered from a house flood and going through a remodel so this is on hold but pretty much ready to fab.
Fyi, this is not for sale.
I recently suffered from a house flood and going through a remodel so this is on hold but pretty much ready to fab.
Fyi, this is not for sale.
#38
Been working on a collaboration with some gents in Canada. This is a dimensionally correct rig modeled after 997 interior. Seat, pedals, shifter location are the same as a 997.
I recently suffered from a house flood and going through a remodel so this is on hold but pretty much ready to fab.
Fyi, this is not for sale.
I recently suffered from a house flood and going through a remodel so this is on hold but pretty much ready to fab.
Fyi, this is not for sale.
#39
Rennlist Member
I have a Wagner Race Products sim, with the upgraded pedals ( we had one with the regular pedals, and these are a HUGE improvement, the feel is much better for braking).
I used it to learn new tracks when I raced in Grand Am. it was invaluable as without it, the initial practice session was virtually a throw away, and track time was limited, and the competition was strong.
It has sat largely unused for the past few years, and the last time I set it up, the steering is not calibrated properly for some reason. Im not a computer guru, so don't know how to fix it. This set up retails for $8500, and Im killing to sell for $4500. its in suburban Chicago at my man cave. I could deliver within a couple hundred miles, but will not ship.
I haven't tried selling it, just saw this thread and thought someone might be interested.
ill take some pics later today!
Steve
I used it to learn new tracks when I raced in Grand Am. it was invaluable as without it, the initial practice session was virtually a throw away, and track time was limited, and the competition was strong.
It has sat largely unused for the past few years, and the last time I set it up, the steering is not calibrated properly for some reason. Im not a computer guru, so don't know how to fix it. This set up retails for $8500, and Im killing to sell for $4500. its in suburban Chicago at my man cave. I could deliver within a couple hundred miles, but will not ship.
I haven't tried selling it, just saw this thread and thought someone might be interested.
ill take some pics later today!
Steve
#40
I have a Wagner Race Products sim, with the upgraded pedals ( we had one with the regular pedals, and these are a HUGE improvement, the feel is much better for braking).
I used it to learn new tracks when I raced in Grand Am. it was invaluable as without it, the initial practice session was virtually a throw away, and track time was limited, and the competition was strong.
It has sat largely unused for the past few years, and the last time I set it up, the steering is not calibrated properly for some reason. Im not a computer guru, so don't know how to fix it. This set up retails for $8500, and Im killing to sell for $4500. its in suburban Chicago at my man cave. I could deliver within a couple hundred miles, but will not ship.
I haven't tried selling it, just saw this thread and thought someone might be interested.
ill take some pics later today!
Steve
I used it to learn new tracks when I raced in Grand Am. it was invaluable as without it, the initial practice session was virtually a throw away, and track time was limited, and the competition was strong.
It has sat largely unused for the past few years, and the last time I set it up, the steering is not calibrated properly for some reason. Im not a computer guru, so don't know how to fix it. This set up retails for $8500, and Im killing to sell for $4500. its in suburban Chicago at my man cave. I could deliver within a couple hundred miles, but will not ship.
I haven't tried selling it, just saw this thread and thought someone might be interested.
ill take some pics later today!
Steve
#41
this thread is timely!
I'm thinking of starting small with a thrustmaster VG150, Thrustmaster T300 or Logitech G29 hooked up to my ps4...start small. if i find myself using it, upgrade to a race chair, then make teh move to pc with a 3x monitor setup. at that point, maybe upgrade the wheel
does this seem like a reasonable way to progress? i don't want to drop $2500 out of the gate and have it collect dust
I'm thinking of starting small with a thrustmaster VG150, Thrustmaster T300 or Logitech G29 hooked up to my ps4...start small. if i find myself using it, upgrade to a race chair, then make teh move to pc with a 3x monitor setup. at that point, maybe upgrade the wheel
does this seem like a reasonable way to progress? i don't want to drop $2500 out of the gate and have it collect dust
#42
Rennlist Member
Nice PC setup. The only thing I would upgrade really is the processor and ram. Those video cards are monsters and doing most of the work, so the two upgrades probably wouldn't be that affective for just the simulator. I use the same for my animation & rendering software in the ti version.
#43
I was looking at probably an identical setup like you have. How happy are you with it? Is there anything you would modify or change? How easy is it to put it together, cause I have never owned a simulator. More info would be appreciated, Thanks.
I have a Fanatec setup as well. Definitely the best (modestly priced) hardware you can go with before getting into the really high end stuff. Assetto Corsa is just unbelievably good and getting better with each release. Comes out on consoles next month. I would stay far away from the Forza series if you use sims to practice off the track. The physics system just isn't right especially when the tires lose grip.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
Running the Rennsport V2 Cockpit, Clubsport V2 Wheelbase, Clubsport V3 Pedals, and the Clubsport Shifter/Handbrake. I also have 2 buttkickers simulating road bumps and suspension movement. Really excited for Oculus Rift support this year.
#44
The only thing I've been wanting to change is larger displays just for a slightly wider vertical field of view (would be nice to see the car gauges), but not at the expense of a lower pixel density or refresh rate. HDTV's run at 60hz (even the ones that have 240hz motion as that is faked in software) so that's not an option for me. I have an Oculus Rift on order and hoping that will be a huge improvement over my triple screen setup, but I'm worried that I'm too spoiled by the high resolution and 144hz refresh rates of the monitors. But 3D really improves spacial awareness (you drive a lot better in sims) so slightly lower resolution in VR might be worth the trade off.
#45
Burning Brakes
Hello gents, I build these bespoke.
I have been a Porsche fan since, well since a long long long time ago. I've spent a little time and developed a simulator which I think is the most realistic in the world in private hands. It is a 996 GT3 1 t0 1 scale.
I have a small Porsche museum in the room of which the centerpiece is my Wilco Michaels diorama.
I will be refining this prototype for sale at a point in the future. Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.
I have been a Porsche fan since, well since a long long long time ago. I've spent a little time and developed a simulator which I think is the most realistic in the world in private hands. It is a 996 GT3 1 t0 1 scale.
I have a small Porsche museum in the room of which the centerpiece is my Wilco Michaels diorama.
I will be refining this prototype for sale at a point in the future. Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.