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Fanatec Clubsport Hydrolic Conversiom

Discussion in 'DIY peripherals' started by Joost, Oct 6, 2020.

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    Hello,
    I am new here and looking for motion DYI info. A lot of reading to do :)
    A couple of months ago i converted my fanatec V1 pedals to have a hydrolic brake.
    I spent about ~150 euro's (excl the original pedals).
    I was amazed by the results! So much brake feel /control, i never imagined. I am considering writing a detailed description / how to if anyone is interested?


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    Do you use a pressure sensor for the braking force ?
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    Yes it does use a beefy pressure sensor, i have been tinkering with it since this post.... I feel it needs a bit more prototyping before i make any suggestions of copying my work... Still when it works it is an absolute killer pedal set
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    I have used a motorcycle cylinder and a pressure sensor

    it seems to work pretty good - I could fit a slave cylinder not sure it is needed
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    Well thats exactly what i have been tinkering with... In the pics above you can see a cheap "pull type" slave cylinder (meant for motorbike's clutch). It works but didnt feel sturdy to me. So now i am testing with a regular motorbike brake claw. And if i read you correctly, i was also wondering to even remove the brake claw :)
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    i also have the pull type slave cylinder - but i have not tried it

    i use a pressure sensor and master cylinder - the more i press the brake the greater the pressure - it is not dependent on the travel of the brake like most gaming pedals
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    Okay, so now i have removed the slave cylinder.... much much stiffer feel indeed! Nice, thanks for the tip!
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    the brake is awesome this way - let me know if it improves your driving :)
    Gadget999, Dec 21, 2020
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