Anyone upgrade from G29 wheel to Fanatec?

[bpjod]

My G29 is starting to have issues. The FFB frequently dies mid-game and I’m left driving with a limp wheel. I think it’s an overheating issue. Returns to normal again with a time out. I’ve turned the FFB settings down and that seems to work, but nowhere near as satisfying.

I could get the new G93. I’d then be able to continue using my shifter. This would be the most affordable option. OTOH I think I’m ready for an upgrade and am starting to look into Fanatec.

Anyone here made that upgrade? For DR2 specifically, was it worth it? One thing I’m hoping for is a better sense of when my tires are starting to reach the limits of their traction. Is that more noticeable on the Fanatec?

Any advice on CSL Elite 1.1 vs CSW 2.5 bases and CSL Elite Pedals LC vs ClubSport Pedals V3 would also be appreciated. Does DR2 offer FFB through the ClubSport V3?

For reference, I play on an Oculus Rift CV1 on a PC and already own a Fanatec handbrake.

[Stilly74]

i had a g920 and upgraded to a Clubsport v2 with V3 pedals. Huge step up. Wheel is so smooth can really feel the road surfaces. Going from asphalt to ice you can totally feel it in the wheel. MUch Much better throttle control and brake pedal is worlds apart from the Logitech pedals. No regrets here!

[Stilly74]

Also i did have the CSL pedals with load cell for awhile but sold them and stuck with the V3's

[bpjod]

Thanks for the info Stilly74. That's what I was hoping to hear. Any comments on the upgrade to the V3's? Do they have FFB in DR2?

[zgo280]

g29 here. About half way through a run in Dirt Rally 2, my FFB has problems and seems like it just goes to self center spring like when your outside of a game. Fps issues in vr too. This was all since the last update. Idk what the hell they did, but its not much fun right now. If this problem was since the last patch, you should try another game. As a baseline, Project Cars 2 and Assetto Corsa work fine for me.

[bpjod]

Interesting. I set out this evening to finish the Monthly event I was halfway through. Tonight my wheel didn’t go limp but instead acted somewhat like what you’re describing. I also noted that my VR was jittery compared to usual but that got fixed after I noticed pending Windows updates and ran them and rebooted.

Acting on the theory that my wheel might be overheating, I did go into FFB settings and reduced everything by about 10% relative to what I had it set to previously. Importantly, I made sure that no setting was >90. I only raced a handful of stages after making that change, but for the first time in s couple days I was able to get through more than a stage or two without my wheel crapping out.

[TwoTwoOne]

I went from G29 to CSL Elite PS4 with CSL pedals (Load Cell) and it was a huge difference in immersion. Theres a lot more detail and i felt more connected to the car than i did with the G29. I believe you will be a bit more precise but the biggest difference might be the pedals. Hence, i used the G29 with CSL LC pedals at first.

Today im using the Clubsport 2.5 with V3 pedals and its a step up from CSL given the build quality and adjustability on the pedals and the fact that they are using magnetic sensors (LC on the brake) rather than potentiometers - Its really the deal breaker in my opinion.

I would recommend you to get the V3 pedals every day of the week, but when it comes to the CSL or Clubsport 2.5 wheel base it really depends on how much you wanna spend. For example you could go with V3 pedals, CSL 1.1 base with the WRC Elite wheel or if the budget isnt an issue go with V3, Clubsport 2.5 wheel base and Clubsport wheel rim (with the universal HUB) or even the WRC Elite wheel rim.

And yes, with the V3s you will feel a rumble effect on the brake pedal when the wheels are locking up for example (in DR2).

[Jacendb]

Good advice here. I'm currently using a G27 and DR2 ffb is not as great as in DR so I just ordered a CSL elite and pedals which will hopefully arrive during the week. I'm hoping it's more fun driving 🙂

[ErrantKnave]

https://forum.fanatec.com/discussion/642/dirt-rally-2-0-pc-fanatec-recommended-settings are key. i have a buttkicker gamer2, so especially on snow/ice when traction is lost and sound goes low, you know you are sliding!!