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March 26, 2023 -
I have recently decided to take the plunge into the sim racing world after finally saving enough money to buy a rig. I tried looking at the buyers guide, but it seems it hasnt been updated in a while (and the wheel guide is still under construction).
I am looking to play mainly AC, F1 (League Racing) and also (finally) get into iRacing. I am not looking for a full manual setup with a stick + handbrake e.t.c.
I was wondering if people had any specific recommendations for a setup within a budget of $2k USD? I was thinking:
DD Wheel Base (~15 Nm seems like the sweet spot)
F1-Style Racing Wheel (something like the MOZA GS GT Wheel, or similar)
Load Cell Pedals
Racing seat/Cockpit
Although this is my first step into the field of sim racing, I have done racing IRL before, and hence I am hoping for a setup which is more for intermediate-advanced driving experience. I would like to buy something which doesnt leave me having to upgrade a year or so down the line.
If my budget is too low for the setup I am gunning for, how much more would you say I should save up? Thanks in advance for the help!
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You will not be able to do what you want to on that budget. Bet bet I would say is the following; Asetek la prima base/wheel bundle £850 (upgradable down the line to get the torque you want) GTOmega prime light and seat £550 (probably the best bang for the buck cockpit/seat that will handle 15nm down the line) Najam simtec pedals - £200 Cheap sturdy, again you aren't throwing to much away if you want to upgrade down the line. PC - £1000-1500 (upper mid range, may be more expensive now with the GPU shortage) Monitor £300-1200 each All in that puts you around £3-4000 before reaching the steam storefront, or adding nice to haves like a wireless keyboard, keyboard tray, or must have a like a cup holder. I would suggest going for a gear that can be upgraded, like the csl DD (5nm - 8nm) or the asetek stuff where you can go from 12 - 18. That way you don't have to pay the price for the full upgraded base. The PC is the killer here, because there isn't really many options out there that will cut your price significantly, unless you are willing to compromise significantly, and the software is only going to get more demanding.
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I want this to be a long term investment, You should consider giving up PS4 compatibility. You are seriously hamstringing yourself by wanting compatibility with a previous gen console. I'd look at Simagic, Simucube and VRS DFP bases, a rim, an 8020 cockpit from ASR, Rigmetal, SimLab or Racing Cockpits, and then pedals from VRS, VNM, Simgrade, Simagic, Heusinkveld or SimJack Pros. More on reddit.com
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August 13, 2020 - hey ll, i want to get back into sim racing after a few years off, im looking at the fantec csl dd bundle but im not sure whether i get the round wheel bundle for £345 ir the gt3 wheel bundle for £479. i think ill mainkly race gt and formula but i could also do a bit of rally when i eventually upgrade to get handbrake and gearstick.