Wait until October. Thrustmaster should be selling a force feedback
wheel and pedals (not sure on the pedals). They worked in conjuction
with ***net. Look for some info in the current (August) issue.
Should not be over $200, most likely less.
Hope this helps, and if you need any additional info e-mail me.
John Flowers II
Well, the time has come to replace my T1. I have used a T2 and it
seems much improved over the T1 but I was wondering if there were any
others that might be a little better quality. I would appreciate any
input anyone has to offer.
TIA
Gary
> Well, the time has come to replace my T1. I have used a T2 and it
> seems much improved over the T1 but I was wondering if there were any
> others that might be a little better quality. I would appreciate any
> input anyone has to offer.
> TIA
> Gary
Gary,
It depends on how much you wanna spend. I got an ECCI CDS, and have
loved every second of it. It's built like a brick sh*thouse, made to
last for years, and is heavy enough that it doesn't move on my desk. It
was very expensive though. I had a hard time justifying the cost to
myself, but once I got it, I knew it was quality! Only problem I've had
is that I had to buy a monitor stand, because it requires about 10"
inches of clearance under the monitor on my desk. Awesome wheel and
pedals.
Brian Anderson
> Well, the time has come to replace my T1. I have used a T2 and it
> seems much improved over the T1 but I was wondering if there were any
> others that might be a little better quality. I would appreciate any
> input anyone has to offer.
> TIA
> Gary
Thomas Super Wheel is my choice...just got one and it's awesome..$295,
but worth it.
Ken
: Thomas Super Wheel is my choice...just got one and it's awesome..$295,
: but worth it.
: Ken
I was thinking of getting one of these deals sometime down the road, but I
had a question about the control mechanism of the gas pedal and steering
wheel. Can the steering control be gradual (i.e. turn the wheel a little,
and steering turns a little), likewise can you give a "little" gas (or a lot)
and have more realistic control of steering/accelleration/braking using
these. Using the keyboard, steering, braking and accellerating is an ON/OFF
deal, so I it is difficult to maintain a constant speed through some turn.
Consequently, I find myself tapping the accelleration key rapidly to maintain
a constant speed (and likewise through the pits where there is a speed limit).
I would love to use these simulator steering wheel/pedal systems if I could
obtain this kind of control.
Thanks for any input!
KH> > Well, the time has come to replace my T1. I have used a T2 and it
KH> > seems much improved over the T1 but I was wondering if there were
KH> any > others that might be a little better quality. I would
KH> appreciate any > input anyone has to offer.
I suggest you look at Sim News. John had done some very useful and
informative reviews, but was aware that most people say "I've got ****
and its the best". His review getting wheel users to try the others to
compare was even more illuminating!
Cheers!
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* RM 1.3 U0414 * Windows is to OS/2 what Etch-a-Sketch is to art.
I want to thank everyone for all their input on this! I'm really looking
forward to obtaining this "so-talked-about" T2 as it seems to has what I'm
looking for at an affordable price.
See you on the track!
Thanks again!
Hi
I use the Extreme Competion Controls. This system is
not cheap (runs at about $800 CND) but it is an
awesome. The unit is all metal constuction and the wheel
unit weighs about 35 LBS so you don't need velcro or
suction cups. I highly recomend this wheel and pedal
system.
"Your all clear kid! Now lets blow this thing and go home."
Brian Rogers
says...
>: Thomas Super Wheel is my choice...just got one and it's awesome..$295,
>: but worth it.
>: Ken
>I was thinking of getting one of these deals sometime down the road, but I
>had a question about the control mechanism of the gas pedal and steering
>wheel. Can the steering control be gradual (i.e. turn the wheel a little,
>and steering turns a little), likewise can you give a "little" gas (or a lot)
>and have more realistic control of steering/accelleration/braking using
>these. Using the keyboard, steering, braking and accellerating is an ON/OFF
>deal, so I it is difficult to maintain a constant speed through some turn.
>Consequently, I find myself tapping the accelleration key rapidly to maintain
>a constant speed (and likewise through the pits where there is a speed limit).
>I would love to use these simulator steering wheel/pedal systems if I could
>obtain this kind of control.
>Thanks for any input!
Yep, that's the whole idea! it really turns icr2 and gp2 from a game to a
simulation. a lot more fun!
btw i recoomend the extreme competition controls CDS as the best system,
but it is expensive.
brian bushe
