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[Mayaman]

I heard about the distributor in LAX too, but I've been reading a lot of no service or no response from the LAX distributor on blogs and forums. This was since 2 years ago, so I would not bother trying them.

Their distributor in LAX is absolutely HORRIBLE! This is no reflection on Human Racing as they probably have the coolest chassis or one of the coolest. But I contacted that guy at LAX who is a member at ISR and he sent me obnoxious PMs about how my VR3 was crap and it was a toy compared to the Human GT. Just not a good individual to deal with.

My suggestion is to contact Tinnakorn or Phil directly. Very professional and courteous.

My .02

 

[JogoAsobi]

The location near LAX is not a distributor per-say.
It is a high-end car rental outfit in Los Angeles by the name of Black & White Car Rental.
They rent out cars like Lambos, and have one HRC demo unit available only at their LAX location.

Located at
8613 Aviation Blvd
Inglewood CA 90301
Office: (310) 337-9999
http://www.bwrentacar.com/

They recommend calling ahead in case you decide to pop in to check out the HRC.

REASON: So the person on staff who is knowledgeable about it can be there to answer questions and setup the software used for demo. It may have actuators hooked up to it as well.

 

[Mayaman]

^^^That explains a lot actually because the guy who I contacted there sounded like a caveman and acted like one.

 

[JogoAsobi]

I just got an email from Human Racing informing me that they now sell just a "Player Frame Set" for $540 that consists of the frame and a wheel mount that is only telescopic, with no up/down or angle adjustability like the unit included with the Human Racing GT Chassis.

Tin from HR informed me that the $540.00 price includes shipping.

According to Tin, if you purchase the "Player Frame Set" with the fully adjustable wheel deck that comes standard on the Human Racing GT Chassis, the price is $640.00

Tin also informed me that if you have CSPs and need the adapter plates they cost an additional $58.00.

HR also have a "Parts" page up now for the individual components that do not come included with the "Player Frame Set".

See: http://www.humanracing.co.th/index.php?file=gtchassis&m=PARTS

The fully adjustable wheel mount is listed as $278.00.

Still pretty steep.

EDIT: Since I originally posted this, HR has updated their web page and now offers two versions of the Player Frame Set:

Set 1 includes the Aluminum Adjustable Wheel Mount and costs $650.00.
Set 2 only includes the non-adjustable Telescoping Wheel for $540.00.

The Aluminum Adjustable Wheel Mount is no longer listed on the Parts Page.

 

[Mayaman]

Ah thats good to know. I wanted to ad an HR as a second smaller chassis for my other office. But I'll definitely get it with the adjustable desk, it kind of defeats the purpose without it.

 

[Hwangm]

Just saw this, awesome news, they should've opted this earlier, so want a red one , but im saving up for new PC so I can do triple something.
the frame set only is such a good price. Thanks for sharing JogoAsobi 👍 👍 👍

 

[Hwangm]

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[Cheeba]

OOhh I like Hwangm 👍, thanks for sharing . I love the aesthetics of your chassis.

I had to send my CSW base and both rims back to Fanatec for repair and am thinking about picking up a T500 set to try while I wait. Sounds like you really like the combo.

Great how you've made the F1 buttons functional 👍. What is that wire in the video that's coming from the rim? Is that for the SLI-PRO?

 

[JogoAsobi]

I was forced to jump on GT5 (kinda missed it)- but with CSP and recently upgraded to T500- I need to use the T5 pedal
-Turns out they are a blast to use
-since I now have joined the 'dark' side. I took some pictures and share it here.

I dare say these pedals feels much nicer than CSP- felt more natural - I know there is no load cell.....yet (I hope you saw this John 💡)
but the gas and brake mod felt good. drove 1 hour on these and I can say they are staying permanently.

another good excellent thing is, the conversion plates that I used to mount the CSP to my Chassis, work of the bat with the T500 pedal. so the T500 pedal (invert/GT) mounting holes distance are exactly match that of CSPs 👍👍👍 as the ozzies say "F*N-AYE" Job well done Team HumanRacing 👍👍
not only they feel good. the distance -height and rake makes it perfect and nice to position the foot. Yaay!!

M

Wow, that means they would bolt on to my rig as is without even having to change over to inverted position.
Just have to add a bit of reinforcement to the wheel deck supports to handle the T500 beast. 💡
You are also the 2nd CSP owner recently who says they feel more natural, I find that striking.
Great info to know, thanks for sharing.

LOL, us Yanks use a very close variation of "F*N-AYE" too.
P.S. your modding skills are out of control... 👍

 

[rankings18]

great setup!
the modded f1 wheel and being able to use it in GT5 - now that's really cool!

 

[mrbasher]

Hwangm,

Awesome setup man. Seriously. The layout looks purposeful and easy to use.

You should give the skate bushing brake mod I mentioned a try, if you have some available around you. I didn't like the brake much stock, but with the bushings it's quite nice. The other pedals are excellent as well. In my opinion.

 

[Cheeba]

I'm thinking of ordering the chassis only. Can someone tell me if you have to use the HR side seat mounts for the adjustable shifter or will they also attach to standard side mount seat brackets?

I'd like to use my Sparco seat but don't know if the accessories will work (keyboard/mouse tray and adjustable shifter) without using the HR seat brackets. No point in ordering the chassis only if i can't use the keyboard/mouse attachment or shifter without the HR side mount brackets.

 

[readyfe]

I think I may have started something with 'the darkside'..

Looks great. So clean and simple yet so much work and complexity behind the scenes. It looks so well laid out with everything you need at your fingertips.

I'm guessing no SLI-Pro for the GT wheel then?

I'm thinking of ordering the chassis only. Can someone tell me if you have to use the HR side seat mounts for the adjustable shifter or will they also attach to standard side mount seat brackets?

I'd like to use my Sparco seat but don't know if the accessories will work (keyboard/mouse tray and adjustable shifter) without using the HR seat brackets. No point in ordering the chassis only if i can't use the keyboard/mouse attachment or shifter without the HR side mount brackets.

You will need the HR seat mount (and rails) and it will fit the Sparco. I've enquired about this in the past.

 

[Cheeba]

You will need the HR seat mount (and rails) and it will fit the Sparco. I've enquired about this in the past.

Ah OK, thanks for the info readyfe.

 

[Hwangm]

OOhh I like Hwangm 👍, thanks for sharing . I love the aesthetics of your chassis.

I had to send my CSW base and both rims back to Fanatec for repair and am thinking about picking up a T500 set to try while I wait. Sounds like you really like the combo.

Great how you've made the F1 buttons functional 👍. What is that wire in the video that's coming from the rim? Is that for the SLI-PRO?

Thanks Cheeba.
yes surprisingly nice the pedal - I've been leaving it unconnected under the desk and pressing it daily/casually while Im on the computer before it got on the rig, and the more I did it the nicer it felt.

 

[Hwangm]

Wow, that means they would bolt on to my rig as is without even having to change over to inverted position.
Just have to add a bit of reinforcement to the wheel deck supports to handle the T500 beast. 💡
You are also the 2nd CSP owner recently who says they feel more natural, I find that striking.
Great info to know, thanks for sharing.

LOL, us Yanks use a very close variation of "F*N-AYE" too.
P.S. your modding skills are out of control... 👍

Hey Jogo, It should. the inverted holes (only 2 at near driver position) match that from CSP, the un-inverted position though, funnly I cant find any mounting holes at the bottom, maybe they are so heavy that you don't need to do it:tup: LOL

Yup "natural" is the right word for it - Shorter travel too- comparing to CSP - and the angle feels just right since rig pedal placement have angle instead of perfect horizontal position.
PS: my modding skills are nothing compare to what you did on your rig mate - but thanks for the compliments.

 

[Hwangm]

great setup!
the modded f1 wheel and being able to use it in GT5 - now that's really cool!

Thanks
The F1 wheel is useable in gT5 but none of the button wont work with PS3/GT5 as it is comming from the SLI-PRO

to be able to make it work with GT5, when modded with SLI-PRO - use the original button and connection in to the T500 base (i.e.. don't change anything) and just mount the SLI on the rim (for PC) - ie SLI don't work in PS3.

 

[Hwangm]

Hwangm,

Awesome setup man. Seriously. The layout looks purposeful and easy to use.

You should give the skate bushing brake mod I mentioned a try, if you have some available around you. I didn't like the brake much stock, but with the bushings it's quite nice. The other pedals are excellent as well. In my opinion.

thank you MrBasher, I am considering it seriously - great Idea BTW- have to find time to visit my local Surf shop.

 

[mrbasher]

It's not AMAZING, but worth a try considering the cost. You'll need something to hold them in there though since your pedals are inverted. Tape would be enough just to fiddle with them. If it works you can make something.

 

[Hwangm]

I'm thinking of ordering the chassis only. Can someone tell me if you have to use the HR side seat mounts for the adjustable shifter or will they also attach to standard side mount seat brackets?

I'd like to use my Sparco seat but don't know if the accessories will work (keyboard/mouse tray and adjustable shifter) without using the HR seat brackets. No point in ordering the chassis only if i can't use the keyboard/mouse attachment or shifter without the HR side mount brackets.

ok , the adjustable keyboard -mouse - shifter side mount can work with other seat mounts
however - you need to drill the aftermarket seat mount on the side to mount them. - contact Tin from Hr - he should be able to advise about size and maybe a picture of the side mount to get the Idea how many holes or how big you need to drill.

 

[Hwangm]

I think I may have started something with 'the darkside'..
Looks great. So clean and simple yet so much work and complexity behind the scenes. It looks so well laid out with everything you need at your fingertips.
I'm guessing no SLI-Pro for the GT wheel then?
You will need the HR seat mount (and rails) and it will fit the Sparco. I've enquired about this in the past.

Yeah you did Fred , "dark side" it is now!!!

Thanks mate- I try with all the cables tucked in on the side btw if you're interested I use the 3m clear double side tape - google it- works like a charm.
you can stick and layout the cables flat on the side of the side of the rig alongside one another.

GT wheel is in the works. SLI-PRO on the other hand, if Leo didn't come out with SLI-F1 by January - Im getting another one. otherwise I'l get the F1 and use the pro on the GT wheel. the red connectors at the back are exactly the same.

 

[Hwangm]

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[mrbasher]

Love it, the KVM switch is a great idea.

 

[Cheeba]

ok , the adjustable keyboard -mouse - shifter side mount can work with other seat mounts
however - you need to drill the aftermarket seat mount on the side to mount them. - contact Tin from Hr - he should be able to advise about size and maybe a picture of the side mount to get the Idea how many holes or how big you need to drill.

Excellent 💡 Thanks Hwangm !

 

[JogoAsobi]

Damn, that wheel looks beastly, that's probably similar position it will be mounted on my setup.
How is the FFB? Asking because you previously used same GT3 RS V.2 I have.
Better do the reinforcements I was thinking about.

Mounting is no problem, my CSPs bolt directly into 80/20 channels that are also width-adjustable.
My pedal deck's rake is also fully adjustable so I should be able to do same angle as your HRC.
Can't see that in my pics.

Out of curiosity had you installed the CSP V.1 tuning kit on your CSPs?
Just trying to get a feel for the comparison.

 

[Hwangm]

Love it, the KVM switch is a great idea.

It is the most convenient way to connect your wheel shifter and pedal from console to pc. 20 bucks well spent

 

[Hwangm]

Damn, that wheel looks beastly, that's prob. same way it will be mounted on mine. Better do the reinforcements I was thinking about. How is the FFB? Asking because you previously used same GT3 RS V.2 I have.

Out of curiosity had you installed the CSP V.1 tuning kit on your CSPs?

Just trying to get a feel for the comparison.

It is quite big on the base but wheel rim sizeis the same as gt3- i missed the alcantara in a way.
Boy FFB, ... Ok dont know i too strong is a good word ir not but i have it turned down, but the main important thing for me is is accurate. Very sharp, belt felt a bit notchy , but maybe its still new. Dont mind it after a lap or two- what i really like about it the speed of when your tail starts to go out. I feel it much earlier and much more precise and was able to catch it quicker than i can with the GT3.
When you spun and let go of the wheel thats when the "fast" comes in play- it spins right back to centre very very quick sometimes depends on how you slide the skipp.

The wheel rim is suppose to be much heavier than the gt3, but it felt faster to turns and much more responsive. I like the static pedal so much that i decided to use it on the mx5

Umm no only standard CSP, ive been hunting for another pedal set for a while now to replace it thats why i coulndt be bothered about the tuning kit.

 

[JogoAsobi]

It is quite big on the base but wheel rim sizeis the same as gt3- i missed the alcantara in a way.
Boy FFB, ... Ok dont know i too strong is a good word ir not but i have it turned down, but the main important thing for me is is accurate. Very sharp, belt felt a bit notchy , but maybe its still new. Dont mind it after a lap or two- what i really like about it the speed of when your tail starts to go out. I feel it much earlier and much more precise and was able to catch it quicker than i can with the GT3.
When you spun and let go of the wheel thats when the "fast" comes in play- it spins right back to centre very very quick sometimes depends on how you slide the skipp.

The wheel rim is suppose to be much heavier than the gt3, but it felt faster to turns and much more responsive. I like the static pedal so much that i decided to use it on the mx5

Umm no only standard CSP, ive been hunting for another pedal set for a while now to replace it thats why i coulndt be bothered about the tuning kit.

Was asking about the FFB because the reinforcements I add will have to handle the base's weight and torque the wheel spits out.

Its probably fine the way it is now, but I like to lean on the side of caution regarding this kind of stuff.

Thanks for the quick response and info.

 

[mrbasher]

Boy FFB, ... Ok dont know i too strong is a good word ir not but i have it turned down, but the main important thing for me is is accurate. Very sharp, belt felt a bit notchy , but maybe its still new. Dont mind it after a lap or two- what i really like about it the speed of when your tail starts to go out. I feel it much earlier and much more precise and was able to catch it quicker than i can with the GT3.
When you spun and let go of the wheel thats when the "fast" comes in play- it spins right back to centre very very quick sometimes depends on how you slide the skipp.

I experienced the same. The best description I had was that it was very "direct." You really get the sense that your inputs are being fed directly to the front tires and vice versa.

In no way do I get the sense that the power of the wheel is overpowering it's accuracy and ability to convey detail.

As for when you let go of it mid slide... Hide the women and children lol

Sorry to jump in, just wanted to agree

 

[Hwangm]

As for when you let go of it mid slide... Hide the women and children lol

hahhah I know what you mean man, looks like deli slicer sometimes.

"honey, Quick get those ham out now - im about to slide slice"