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JughedJones Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:29pm
Force Feedback Thrustmaster TX
Hey All,

Wondering what the limitations of FFB are in game. I feel the rumble strips on the highway and curbs and whatnot, but I don't get any feel at all of power steering feedback or anything else. I can just spin my wheel freely with no resistance.

Is this just how it is, or am I doing something wrong?

Thanks very much.
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Ryu Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:30pm 
Does your wheel have a centering spring/mechanism? Try increasing that in the FFB settings.
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JughedJones Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:32pm 
In game or in the thrustmaster settings?

I've always left to zero for every racing game I've played in the thrustmaster settings.
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Ryu Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:35pm 
Try it in the game settings.
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JughedJones Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:43pm 
Great. Thanks so much for the quick reply
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Eddie Yantz Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:58pm 
Dampering, also.

The most active wheel-using community is racers; they hate dampering. But for truck driving, dampers give the feel of power steering: easy to turn when going slowly, but harder to turn at speed. This behavior mimics power steering IRL where you don't want the wheel easy to turn at speed. I set my dampers around 75%.
Last edited by Eddie Yantz; Nov 3, 2017 @ 7:59pm
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JughedJones Nov 3, 2017 @ 8:11pm 
Good stuff. thanks so much
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 1:50pm 
Not to hijack this but im having issues with ATS seeing my tx wheel. Anyone have any quick tips for me.
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AyMazingATS Nov 5, 2017 @ 2:54pm 
Originally posted by metallictundra:
Not to hijack this but im having issues with ATS seeing my tx wheel. Anyone have any quick tips for me.

I've had this happen before. I had to redo the firmware update. This has worked for me.
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:01pm 
Originally posted by Takoda:
Originally posted by metallictundra:
Not to hijack this but im having issues with ATS seeing my tx wheel. Anyone have any quick tips for me.

I've had this happen before. I had to redo the firmware update. This has worked for me.

Did you have any issue finding the "firmware update" on your computer? I contacted TM a few days ago about not being able to locate it.
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AyMazingATS Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:16pm 
Originally posted by metallictundra:
Did you have any issue finding the "firmware update" on your computer? I contacted TM a few days ago about not being able to locate it.

No. I installed to default for software. When clicking Windows 10 Start button, I can find it under Thrustmaster in the App listings. Another option is to find the install folder. My Firmware Update is located here:

C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Thrustmaster\FFB Racing wheel

The Program Data is a hidden folder. Might need to show hidden folders to access this.
Last edited by AyMazingATS; Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:18pm
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:20pm 
I think theres a problem with their download from TM because the folder doesnt include the Thrustmaster Firmware Updater. Ive even tried installing it with my defender off and still nothing. Kinda hoping to find the program available for download somewhere trustworthy on the net.
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:23pm 
Originally posted by Takoda:
Originally posted by metallictundra:
Did you have any issue finding the "firmware update" on your computer? I contacted TM a few days ago about not being able to locate it.

No. I installed to default for software. When clicking Windows 10 Start button, I can find it under Thrustmaster in the App listings. Another option is to find the install folder. My Firmware Update is located here:

C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Thrustmaster\FFB Racing wheel

The Program Data is a hidden folder. Might need to show hidden folders to access this.

Owe you a beer sir. I couldnt find it in the search but when following your locations i was able to locate it. ill update the firmware and try ATS
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 3:59pm 
Originally posted by Takoda:
Originally posted by metallictundra:
Did you have any issue finding the "firmware update" on your computer? I contacted TM a few days ago about not being able to locate it.

No. I installed to default for software. When clicking Windows 10 Start button, I can find it under Thrustmaster in the App listings. Another option is to find the install folder. My Firmware Update is located here:

C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Thrustmaster\FFB Racing wheel

The Program Data is a hidden folder. Might need to show hidden folders to access this.


updated the firmware, deleted ats and re downloaded, made a new profile with new mods, reinstalled driver...any other suggestions lol
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AyMazingATS Nov 5, 2017 @ 4:01pm 
Tried a different USB port? Is wheel in the proper mode for PC?

I have a T150 and I have to use PS3 Mode for PC connection.
Last edited by AyMazingATS; Nov 5, 2017 @ 4:02pm
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n00bsherpa Nov 5, 2017 @ 4:04pm 
Originally posted by Takoda:
Tried a different USB port?

Ive tried every USB port on the computer 2.0 and 3.0. ATS is the only game thats not seeing the wheel. Guess ill have to call ATS support tomorrow.
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