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I just wanted to know what types of wheel controllers there were out there.  I
have read about the T1.  Are there any others?  Do any give feedback through
the wheel?  What about shifting, by buttons, stick, keyboard?  I have the
major 3 (NASCAR, INDY and F1).  What about controller card?  I have a
soundblaster 16 (so, it's old.  it still works).  Thrustmaster suggested their
card (imagine that ) on the web page with the T1.  I'm just looking for some
information.  $180 is quite a bit of money for a controller that I haven't
even used.

Quoting rlanders from a message in rec.autos.simulators
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 rl>controller card?  I have a soundblaster 16 (so, it's old.  it still
 rl>works).  Thrustmaster suggested their card (imagine that ) on the web
 rl>page with the T1.  I'm just looking for some information.  $180 is
 rl>quite a bit of money for a controller that I haven't even used.

Well I would sorta expect them to suggest their card on their web page? <G>
I have the T1, and love it.  It really, really, really adds enjoyment to any
driving sim.  Well worth the money. (IMHO)  I believe there are also some
better combos on the market, but I have no experience with them.
As for a dedicated game card, they are almost a prerequisite if you have a
fast 486 or Pentium.  I have a Gravis Eliminator that's been working well,
altho it is sorta old.  It has the speed control on a cord, which I like.
I think the newer TM cards have that as well too.
Good luck,

Andy