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Yes, it's been working in GT7 for months now. Some people seem not to like it or think it doesn't make that big of a difference, but I certainly prefer the way it feels now vs. not having it.
Yes, it's been working in GT7 for months now. Some people seem not to like it or think it doesn't make that big of a difference, but I certainly prefer the way it feels now vs. not having it.
I mean, everyone has their own preferences. I'm not fussed about having a display on my wheel, personally, but I do like lots of information on my screen while other's might like to keep that information to their peripherals for the sake of immersion. Same with backlighting - I like backlit buttons as I tend to play in a dark room and I utilise the telemetry effects on my wheel. But we're also pretending to be race car drivers, so people want to have something that looks like the real thing.
There's no reason why Fanatec can't release both new products to keep up with the market space while ensuring the build quality isn't compromised.
Having a Formula V2.5 there is not much to gain in getting a Formula V3. You'd replace the analog joystick with a second 7 way funky switch, replace the paddle mode selector with a third rotary encoder, get stiffer thumb encoders with a button/click feature, you'd get easier to replace hand grips and, get a larger display which gives you some more information when racing and using the tuning menu. You would also lose the vibration motors in the steering wheel. The Formula V3 is just an update to the Formula V2.5.
I also play in a dark room most of the time and I would think backlit buttons would be a no brainer on an "all new design" for a wheel. I don't care anything about the bigger screen as it's not something I use anyway. Like I said in an earlier post, I don't understand what the bigger diameter is for in a Formula style wheel. Is it supposed to feel better in your hands? Is it supposed to give better control and feel? What is the advantage of this bigger design over the previous one?
I'm waiting for feedback before installing the additional 3Nm.
I have the old 2.5 version and don't like it because it's TOO small. Real formula car wheels aren't as small as it is. I find it uncomfortable for long sessions as it begins to tire out my wrists and shoulders because its diameter means my arms are angled inward more than being positioned straight ahead more in line with my shoulders. I'm 6-1, so someone smaller might not suffer from the issue as much as I do. The only reason I haven't sold it is that it works for my 11-year-old. I switched to the GT3 Endurance wheel; it's much larger and much more comfortable for me.
The torque update is live? They said it was coming next week.
Ok that is useful information. So this new one is a little closer in size to what a real racing wheel is. But you would have to get this new rim and the new hub?
Yes, it is already available.
the new Formula V3 is standalone - no additional hub required. Comes complete ready to go unless you want to add the optional APM paddles w 2 extra paddles and analog clutches
Ok thanks for clearing that up.
Would you mind sharing your settings with me please?
Try setting the controller vibration to 150 in the GT7 options and set Full Force to 75 on the wheel.
I used to own the CSL pedals, and added the load cell brake before upgrading all together. I did find upgrading to a load cell brake improved my driving. Applying the appropriate amount of brake pressure became easier for my brain to process. One area I found a noticable improvement was in my trail braking, I'm now a lot more smoother and precise than previously with potentiometer pedal sets.
It's ridiculously stiff tbh. If you have the budget I'd recommend getting a new set of pedals. I'm using the Sinmet SP Pro 2 pedal set, great value, build quality and loads of adjustability. They also can be connected directly to the Fanatec wheelbase so can be used on console as well.
I don't know about smashing your best laptimes
I’m genuinely confused. In your first message, you suggested skipping the load cell. Then I asked why, and in your next message you said that for a little more, you could get the load cell. I’m completely lost. I probably don’t fully understand what you’re trying to say—could you clarify?
