rec.autos.simulators

1. Should I get a Voodoo 3 or a TNT card? From what I heard, TNT2 is better,
but since most sims are based on the voodoo 3. Voodoo is the better buy

2. Should I sell my NASCAR Pro wheel and get a forced feedback wheel? If so,
which one should I get? How much do they go for?

Great. What system are you buying?

If you're willing to spend the cash, the Voodoo 3 3500 is the better
choice. Not only does it support a wider range of APIs, but it's faster
and is perfect for racing sims like Grand Prix Legends and Nascar Racing
3.

Without a doubt, get a good FF wheel, such as the Microsoft Force
Feedback Wheel or the Logitech. Force Feedback will revolutionise the way
you play racing simulators. It'll become a whole new world!

The question over which is better, the MS or LGT is one which has been
debated here a thousand times over, and there's still no decisive winner.

The Microsoft FF Wheel costs around 120, but comes with CART Precision
Racing and Monster Truck Madness 2, so you'll actually paying very little
when you subtract the cost of the games.

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Best regards,

The Phoenix

Get the Logitech in the red box (latest model ) or an Act Labs, do not get the
MS wheel.
Read this to find out why     http://simracing.com/alison/gpl/
I still use my Nascar pro, depends on if you want FF and have the cash.

Have fun,
John Moore

I must say I haven't tried any other wheel, but with the two games and
the excellent build quality I'm more than happy. It really feels like
it can take a good beating and is very responsive, I like the pedals
too.

I hope this helps you.

Hal9001

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The answer to question 2 depends on your motivation.  I play games for
fun.  For me, force feedback is way more fun.  Ask any non-gamer to
choose, and they will always choose a force feedbac wheel (given price
is not a concern).  Why?  Because it is flat out, fun.  
Now, if you are playing for high scores or lower lap times, we are
talking something totally different.  Some "sim enthusiasts" claim
that force feedback is a distraction.  In some cases it can be.
However, in some cases, it can help though (road feel).  

My anology:  When you are fragging in Q3, do you play in 32 bit colour
1024 or at 16 bit at 800x600?  Depends.  If you want to be ultra
competitve, you will play at the lower resolution and colour depth.
Not because it is more fun, but because you want a higher score.  When
I play single player games though, I always crank up all the eye candy
because it is more fun.  Let's face it...special effects are cool.
Force feedback falls into this category.  
I love my force feedback and would never go back!!!!

My two cents,

Raymond
ACT LABS