Logitech G27 clamps

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Hi all

I have recently purchased a G27 kit and it works fantastic. i am however, quite worried about the strength and qaulity of the clamps on the steering wheel. I am a 6'4" 270 pound guy and I find myself lifting the rear of the wheel of the desk when in really intense racing. I am worried that the constant flexing will break the clamps. I am in the process of changing my steering style to be more gentle on the wheel, but I was wondering if anyone has advice on wether or not it is possible to someohow strengthen the clamps.

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TheClamps!!!!
 
I do not know of a way to strengthen the clamps. All I can think of to suggest would be, find a way to use the threaded mounting holes. (it takes M6 bolts)

Also, The Clamps LOL

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You could always drill through your desk and bolt the wheel down. You can get templates here.

But then you'd have to change your name...
 
K1LLD0z3R
I do not know of a way to strengthen the clamps. All I can think of to suggest would be, find a way to use the threaded mounting holes. (it takes M6 bolts)

Also, The Clamps LOL

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daan
You could always drill through your desk and bolt the wheel down. You can get templates here.

But then you'd have to change your name...
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I would rather not use the holes because I like to be able to easily move it to the side. Unfortunantly I dont have the room for a dedicated rig
 
Then it seems your down to just a few options. Fabricate custom mounts/ clamps, check out folding wheel stands or move. :)
 
You could use the screws/bolts to mount the wheel to a board that sticks out a bit on each side, and then use stronger clamps to hold the board with the wheel to the desk. Of course, the plugs for the pedals/shifter/power are under it, so if you wanted to remove those youd have to undo the wheel from the board, and it would make it a bit more unwieldily but it would get you a stronger mount (just make sure to try and get the bolts/screws flush with the board so as not to scratch the desk or anything.)
 
Joven
You could use the screws/bolts to mount the wheel to a board that sticks out a bit on each side, and then use stronger clamps to hold the board with the wheel to the desk. Of course, the plugs for the pedals/shifter/power are under it, so if you wanted to remove those youd have to undo the wheel from the board, and it would make it a bit more unwieldily but it would get you a stronger mount (just make sure to try and get the bolts/screws flush with the board so as not to scratch the desk or anything.)
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What I have decided to do is get a piece of strong wood. Drill mounting holes for g27 and I will then mount the wood and g27 to the desk using to G clamps
 
I actually snapped one of these clamps right off about two weeks ago. They are not all that sturdy and you're right to be worried about them failing.

Here's how I fixed it:

I build a lot of model tanks and airplanes and in the modeling community and we attach weak joints together using metal pins.

I took a pin vise drill with a tiny drill bit on it and a piece of straight brass wire slightly smaller than the diameter of the drill bit. I drilled 1/4" deep holes on both sides of the broken plastic in three places. from the front of the clamp to the back.

Then I cut the brass pins down to 1/2" long and tested to make sure they fit right. After that I filled the holes on both sides with super glue and pushed the broken halves of the clamp back together, now with metal reinforcing pins holding them together.

I guess if you're proactive, then you could saw the clamps in half and pin them before they break. Honestly, knowing what I know now, I would do it myself.
 
H0urg1ass
I actually snapped one of these clamps right off about two weeks ago. They are not all that sturdy and you're right to be worried about them failing.

Here's how I fixed it:

I build a lot of model tanks and airplanes and in the modeling community and we attach weak joints together using metal pins.

I took a pin vise drill with a tiny drill bit on it and a piece of straight brass wire slightly smaller than the diameter of the drill bit. I drilled 1/4" deep holes on both sides of the broken plastic in three places. from the front of the clamp to the back.

Then I cut the brass pins down to 1/2" long and tested to make sure they fit right. After that I filled the holes on both sides with super glue and pushed the broken halves of the clamp back together, now with metal reinforcing pins holding them together.

I guess if you're proactive, then you could saw the clamps in half and pin them before they break. Honestly, knowing what I know now, I would do it myself.
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That seems like a good fix, which I would do had I the knowledge and tools haha. Plus It is still under warranty, so I may as well not try any mods till warranty is out
 

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