Shift knob?

[tesTTrucker]

Hello guys. I wanna hear your opinions (and experiences) about shift knobs. I wanna buy the proper shifter, and which is better - simu shift knob or skrs shift knob? (or maybe something else). Thanks.

[Simple]

I have the SKRS by CSIO Technologies. I did not get the shift pattern medallion or the Easy Jake options. I use mine with the Logitech Driving Force Shifter.

I have had no issues with the device. Installation on the shifter when smoothly. The device was recognized by ETS2 & ATS without issue. The buttons work well and have had no issues with operation. The knob is comfortable to use and the the reach to the switches is comfortable. Overall, it adds to the enjoyment of the game.

The main issue I see regualrly is how long it takes to get one. I guess I was lucky when I ordered mine. I ordered it mid-May 2016 and received it the first week of July 2016, which is just under two months. Others have reported much longer waits and the company is not responsive to customers bugging them about shipping. The other issue with customer support is that CSIO decided to use Facebook messaging as the only means of communication. So, if you don't use Facebook (like me), you are stuck creating an account to talk to them. But, based on what I have seen, users that do get in touch with them generally report positive outcomes.

[h_einarsson]

Try Almar skrs knobs they are the best and my skrs from csio dos not work at all

[tesTTrucker]

But it is a way expensive than the USA version. I think I gonna get the SIMU shift knob. But I wish to hear the other players' experience, but it seems no one using simu.

[WiskeyBravo]

My only issue with the Simu-Shift is the splitter switch. IRL, it's a front-to-back slider. The Simu-Shift is an up-down rocker. Their take on the range switch is interesting, but again, not true-to-life. For the price that I've seen, Simu-Shift is about $105 on Amazon, $95 on ebay. The SKRS shifter from CSIO is $110 direct from CSIO, which is only $5 to $15 more than the Simu-Shift product.

I plan to get the CSIO SKRS without the EasyJake option and see how I like it. My G29 setup with shifter is due to arrive next week, so I hope to get my SKRS ordered up after that. If I decide I really want the EasyJake, it can be ordered separately for $35, so there's no risk in getting the knob without it to start.

The last, and most expensive piece of kit will be a A.S.P. Heavy Hauler button box. It looks amazing, but at over $250, it's roughly the same cost as my G29, and will be well into next year before I can justify spending the $$.

[tesTTrucker]

Originally posted by WildBill813:

My only issue with the Simu-Shift is the splitter switch. IRL, it's a front-to-back slider. The Simu-Shift is an up-down rocker. Their take on the range switch is interesting, but again, not true-to-life. For the price that I've seen, Simu-Shift is about $105 on Amazon, $95 on ebay. The SKRS shifter from CSIO is $110 direct from CSIO, which is only $5 to $15 more than the Simu-Shift product.

I plan to get the CSIO SKRS without the EasyJake option and see how I like it. My G29 setup with shifter is due to arrive next week, so I hope to get my SKRS ordered up after that. If I decide I really want the EasyJake, it can be ordered separately for $35, so there's no risk in getting the knob without it to start.

The last, and most expensive piece of kit will be a A.S.P. Heavy Hauler button box. It looks amazing, but at over $250, it's roughly the same cost as my G29, and will be well into next year before I can justify spending the $$.

Actually, in Europe gear splitter is vertically placed, which means it is up-to-down. On American gearbox the situation is as you explained. But.. The other issue with SIMU (I bought it) is that the gear splitter is inverted, and I don't have idea how to fix it. So. If you want to reach for example 2H you should press the gear splitter down. Anyway I think it's a great product.

[sgpch1983]

dont order from CISO thay will not deliver! You find may warnings about them nowadays..
if you in the eu order from almar.. if you in the us.. well good luck :)

[Alaindor]

CSIO Technologies is a scam... I filed a complaint to BBB and FTC... you can find details at https://forum.scssoft.com/viewtopic.php?f=178&t=249174#p839367

[tesTTrucker]

Thanks guys. But i bought a SIMU shift knob a long time ago. And i'mvery satisfied. And i solved my issue with it. Great product... Highly recommended.

[Murdoch]

There is one guy on the SCS forums that does one and he delivers on time, MegaShifter I think he calls his shifter. Very similar to the CSIO shifter but he seem to have aimed for even better quality, I was going to order one my self but had trubble finding the funds for one so that will have to wait. :p