Do you need a dash display or button box for sim racing?
The short answer Neither is essential, but both make a finished rig easier to use. A dash display moves gear, speed, delta and shift lights off your screen and in...
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Do you need a dash display or button box for sim racing?
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Bucket seat or recliner? How to choose a sim racing seat
The short answer Choose a bucket seat if you race competitively and want to be held firmly in place under braking. Choose a recliner if comfort over long sessions matters...
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How to build a sim racing rig: what to buy, and in what order
The short answer A great rig is a balanced rig. Spend in this order of importance: a rigid chassis, load cell pedals, a direct drive wheelbase, then a wheel that...
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Rig-mounted or freestanding? How to choose a sim racing monitor stand
The short answer Choose a freestanding stand if you run a strong direct drive wheelbase or a motion system, because it keeps vibration off your screens. Choose a rig-mounted stand...
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GT vs formula steering wheel: which sim racing wheel should you buy?
The short answer If you race a variety of cars, or it's your first proper wheel, choose a GT wheel. If you mainly drive F1 and other single-seaters, choose a...
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H-pattern vs sequential shifter: and do you need a handbrake?
The short answer If you mostly drive modern GT or formula cars, your wheel's paddles are all you need. Add an H-pattern shifter for classic, road and truck driving. Add...
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Is a motion system worth it for sim racing?
The short answer A motion system is worth it once the rest of your rig is sorted: a rigid chassis, a direct drive wheelbase and load cell pedals. Those three...
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Load cell, hydraulic or active: which sim racing pedals should you buy?
The short answer For most sim racers, a load cell pedal set is the best upgrade you can make. Choose hydraulic if you want the feel of a real brake...
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GT vs formula cockpit: which sim racing chassis should you buy?
The short answer If you race a variety of cars, or you're buying your first rig, choose a GT chassis. It's the most versatile layout. If you mainly drive F1...
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How much wheelbase torque do you actually need?
The short answer For most sim racers, a direct drive wheelbase in the 9 to 15 Nm range is the sweet spot. It has enough strength to deliver detailed force...
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