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Best Noob Racing Wheel

Discussion in 'New users start here - FAQ' started by dave w, Dec 5, 2014.

  1. dave w

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    I think this is the appropriate thread for posting my question. Noob to racing sims, always used a controller for console racing. I would like some opinions on current FFB wheels. G27 is now $199, is the Thrust Master really worth the $600? (3x as good) Not trying to sped $1,200 on primo set up. Would like some real world input, plan on mostly road racing, maybe some light rally.

    Thanks
    dave w, Dec 5, 2014
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  2. value1

    value1 Nerd SimAxe Beta Tester SimTools Developer Gold Contributor

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    My opinion: Go for the G27.
    Compatibility and very natural feel
    Good value for money.
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    value1, Dec 5, 2014
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  3. RacingMat

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  4. ericRacer

    ericRacer You get old because you stop playing ! Gold Contributor

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    g27 :cool: the best at this price !
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  5. bsft

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    G27 for sure.
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    The G27 is fine and very accurate but low FFB forces. I own the G27 and the T500RS so I can compare them very well. I recommend the G27 as long as you are not a pro racer :) The t500rs plays in an other league.
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  7. bsft

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    Well the T500R should be better for the price, but for a starter, even the Driving Force GT wheel is good for a 900 deg turn wheel. Lousy pedals, but a great wheel to start with.
    I use them, on the dual racers and they work just fine for casual gamers.
    On my personal rig is a G27, again I dont get to play that often, maybe an hour a week or so, in that case for me justifying purchase of a T500R is not feasible.
    Ive used a T500R on another rig, and yes a good wheel.
    Just to start with, go simple. The G27 with decent feedback does surprise.
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  8. Nick Moxley

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    G27 would be my suggestion, its a decent wheel for performance to $$ and is Highly modifiable if you so choose.
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  9. dave w

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    I appreciate the input from the "experts" :) I think the G27 is it!
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    dave w, Dec 6, 2014
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  10. Dusko Dogandzic

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    any opinions on fantec wheels ?
    Dusko Dogandzic, Dec 25, 2014
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  11. Nick Moxley

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    Flippin Awesome possum. :thumbs:thumbs Which are you considering ? V2 ?
    Nick Moxley, Dec 25, 2014
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  12. Dusko Dogandzic

    Dusko Dogandzic New Member

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    poreche 911 would be my choice due to lack of funds...

    tho v2 sounds great but is kinda expencive.

    i was just wondering if there are any users who have expiriance with them
    Dusko Dogandzic, Dec 25, 2014
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  13. Nick Moxley

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    PC only or are you wanting some type of Console support ?
    Nick Moxley, Dec 25, 2014
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  14. Dusko Dogandzic

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    its pc curently i have momo and im planing to build 2dof on in but later i would upgrade to fanatec
    Dusko Dogandzic, Dec 25, 2014
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