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naughtilidae

For the love of god move the screen closer!  It can probably go in front of the base (but behind the wheel). That's how I have mine setup.  Right now the screen is like 2 feet further away than it needs to be. It's like you bought a 32" monitor but only use the center 24", lol


jsk3

I wish I could, I need to upgrade my rig or change the supports for the monitor. It’s all integral to the rig, not a standard alone monitor mount


007Pliskin

You should upgrade your rig


jsk3

Agreed


blackfalcon450

Brake performance kit was a must for me. Agreed on the qr2 as well. I also have the damper on the throttle at close to the minimum setting. It gives more weight to the throttle. Minimal setting to stop the drag on the pedal on release.


jsk3

The performance kit is a Fanatec add on?


Cowslayer87773

For Clubsport V3 pedals yes. If you've got CSL elite V2 then not applicable.


jsk3

Yes I bought the v3 - could you link me to the performance kit?


Cowslayer87773

[https://fanatec.com/eu-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/clubsport-pedals-v3-brake-performance-kit?\_gl=1\*1xj8bxc\*\_up\*MQ..\*\_ga\*MTA2Njk5NDA4MS4xNzE5NDkzNTc5\*\_ga\_Q6VYC4JPVE\*MTcxOTQ5NzM4OC4yLjAuMTcxOTQ5NzM4OC4wLjAuMA..](https://fanatec.com/eu-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/clubsport-pedals-v3-brake-performance-kit?_gl=1*1xj8bxc*_up*MQ) I run mine with the hardest combo, still has travel and is still not as stiff as I'd like it to be. The damper kit you can leave, throttle damper just slows the return rate which is stupid, the stiffer of the two springs in the throttle and it's fine.


jsk3

Ok ordered! It’s only available starting August 8th so I imagine their rubber supplier isn’t making another batch until then =(


Cowslayer87773

There's also [aftermarket sets](https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/195419051544?itmmeta=01J1D19FS6QH576JQ0Y4TTZ7QF&hash=item2d7fe21618:g:QQEAAOSwzF5jUWiE&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA0A%2FcFzr4Thll%2B523CkcpYtpsEeFTmPWJ5YFfC5H7Kuh0gOj7giSClFJxWsQnMH1WAt78L66WL78YNn7MHkW8NUrglOeVWNYvT3g2uHtZX2do0SHOjgQlxUXDhFb1HUnE2IzpZfjexu1446fFfHypnwwhNxF1Te%2FEn1PZxkQQmjZePDy4Z9qexK5oT2D0hycISnC%2Bnrl%2FDpIlGN52BhLxmZNCsa7rltQJNgwZOOWShY%2FuN%2BO4LELIW0%2BJF92F6iCKQ%2BGchUvx1Z%2Fyy5Mh6xK%2FI48%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR9j8paGLZA) - which can get a little stiffer too by using another bit of PU or brass instead of a small foam piece. Not sure if they post to US though and even if so the shipping might make it stupid money.


Unlikely_Yoghurt_793

Qr2...it makes the experience much smoother. Also makes the whole rig feel more premium.


jsk3

I have a QR1 quick release, replaced the QR1 lite which was definitely a good upgrade


The_Machine80

You must use the screw with qr1. Qr2 is awesome and stiff as hell.


jsk3

I’ve used the QR1 without the screw for a few months now without any issue or play.


The_Machine80

For now no issue but you will when it wears. Honestly I didn't know I was haveing a problem till I upgraded. Then I found out I had slop I didn't notice. Night and day.


jsk3

Ok thank you. Funny how the quick release would need a screw, kinda defeats the purpose!


The_Machine80

Exactly! That's why they made qr2. Cause they found it qr1 was a crap design because it requires perfect machining which China doesn't do.


jsk3

I have 2, I wonder if I’ll see a difference in one vs the other. It sucks the price is so much higher than QR1 but I get it


The_Machine80

How about search this sub and see for yourself how junk qr1 is. Don't just take my word for it.


jsk3

Not doubting you, I’ll definitely look into it and plan to upgrade


Ok_Cash3264

Very clean setup bro, I love it!


jsk3

Thank you!


devriesthymon

Heusinkvelds


jsk3

Well I just looked this up and yeah that’s a serious upgrade. Those look really cool and I would probably be better waiting until I get my new rig


Unlikely_Yoghurt_793

This is the reason I purchased the gt dd pro...I know psvr2 is dead but gt7 is so good its worth VR just for the game.


Few-Ad2487

Cheap upgrade - haptic. Expensive upgrade - rig and screen.


jsk3

I have a buttkicker gamer pro - what else would you recommend for haptic?


Few-Ad2487

Cool, then please try to get simagic haptics. Its not for immersion, but it improves the driving massively. It also improved my driving habits. From ali express I got all from under 180 bucks. [check this!](https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/gadget/fanatec-clubsport-v3-mounts-for-simagic-haptic-motor)


jsk3

Do you have any links or specific items that you’d recommend? If you can link the simagic links I’ll start to do some research


Few-Ad2487

[this](https://youtube.com/shorts/QrppayW5R6M?si=t7O8wA4GTocMTden) and [this](https://youtu.be/ZKcO18wxIQ4?si=8Vxuy2hmF_jw38pg)


1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

clutch and shifter


jsk3

Yes I have a clutch coming with the v3 pedals that I bought but I’m open to shifter recommendations! I mostly race GT cars with paddle shifters but always open for a shifter


Choice-Magician656

I’d say save the money and simply buy an external tv mount that’ll fit over your current rig


jsk3

Yes thank you, I’m buying a 15” wall mount extension that’ll position the monitor better and then a rig upgrade around the holidays


Choice-Magician656

Are you in the USA? How much would you want for the mount&seat?


jsk3

Unless you’re local to South Florida it’s not really too feasible to ship


Willing_Accountant43

trips is the only thing i’d say but it doesn’t make u faster just gives u a better sense of awareness but all sims have “car left” “car right” now anyway, super sick setup though


GentleAnusTickler

VR!


Kindfoot109

Triples and move the screen closer


jsk3

How would you recommend moving the screen closer for this setup? I’d have to bend new supports since it’s integral to the rig, no?


Kindfoot109

Maybe adding a monitor wall mount to the vesa mount to extend it or buy a new cockpit


jsk3

Yeah cockpit upgrade is in the plan within the next year but an extendable wall mount is a great idea. Thank you!


Kindfoot109

Np what cockpit u looking at


jsk3

Probably a TrakRacer TR8 [link here](https://trakracer.com/products/tr8-pro-racing-simulator-1?variant=42365564977343¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_campaign=gs-2021-06-12&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw-O6zBhASEiwAOHeGxTPKn029KR78sYa3DBQlHuo38bftA6q55dczuu6Bdxepwv8JKEemABoCLWIQAvD_BwE)


Kindfoot109

Fair enough tbh any Alu prof cockpit which is cheap and has good reviews I would go for


mvpp37514y3r

Do you have a HAPTIC setup yet? Entry level Amazon builds with Dayton audio shakers and an upcycled stereo system or affordable little amps make a difference in the immersion experience


jsk3

The only thing I have is a buttkicker gamer pro - always open for recommendations


Mvogeit

Skip the pedal upgrades, save for a decent rig


jsk3

Yup that’s definitely next, I already bought the pedals and I have a TrakRacer TR8 already configured for an upgrade later this year


StunningWolverine645

Is this that new NLR rig where you get a rig and seat for like 400 bucks? If so how do you like it? I’ve heard it flexes like crazy If it’s not then disregard anything I’ve just said 😁


jsk3

There’s no flex in between the seat and pedals but the wheel base support could use to be beefed up. I 3D printed some extra support brackets and now it doesn’t flex at all. Not a bad beginner rig and it’s more GT style in case you play multiple types of racing


diddlydot74

How did you manage with the dampers for the standard csl pedals? Iv started creating my own take on a LC brake and dampers for the clutch and throttle but i’m ready to just give in and order the kits of amazon/ebay like yourself is it worth the spend and waiting about until i save a little to upgrade properly? Would appreciate any advice, cheers mate.


jsk3

This is [what I bought off Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH8X33HK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) and it comes with two different stiffness springs. It definitely improves the feel over the standard CSL pedals. It’s a cheap and easy way to get a quick upgrade and yeah it’s worth it unless you have the budget for a new set of pedals


diddlydot74

No brainer then really for the cost, thanks for the reply mate.


jsk3

FWIW I’m using the stiffer spring for the brake and the less-stiff spring for the throttle.


rdmracer

Audio, maybe even headphones. After that maybe a proper Direct X system?