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The video provides comprehensive advice for individuals venturing into SIM racing, particularly on buying their first wheel and pedal set. The speaker emphasizes the cost benefits of purchasing secondhand or refurbished equipment, recommending platforms like eBay and Facebook groups, and highlights refurbished options from companies like Logitech. They explore several direct drive wheelbase and pedal bundles, comparing options from Logitech and Mozza, with Mozza offering a complete bundle for around €399, compatible with both Xbox and PC. Another notable bundle discussed is the Fitech CSL DD, which is compatible with PC and offers future upgrade potential, including add-ons like the CSL pedals clutch kit and the load cell kit for enhanced performance. Throughout, the video stresses the importance of starting with affordable options and upgrading progressively based on experience and necessity, ensuring flexibility and affordability in building a SIM racing setup.
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In this part of the video, the speaker offers advice for those getting into SIM racing and looking to buy their first wheel. They suggest starting with the used market to avoid high costs and recommend platforms like eBay and Facebook groups for purchasing secondhand SIM racing equipment. They also discuss the option of refurbished products, highlighting that companies like Logitech sell refurbished items at a lower price than new ones, while still offering a full warranty. Example deals include refurbished Logitech G923 and G920 G29 wheel and pedal sets, and a Mazza R9 V2 wheelbase, all at significant discounts. For those who have tried SIM racing and wish to upgrade, the speaker advises considering a direct drive wheelbase for better force feedback. Ensure to check refurbished deals to save money, although they might be scarce.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various direct drive wheelbase and pedal bundle options for racing simulators. They mention that while Logitech offers the pro wheel for around $1,000 excluding pedals, there are more affordable and better direct drive options from other manufacturers. They highlight a bundle from Mozza, priced at about €399, which includes a wheel, wheelbase, and pedals. This bundle is compatible with both Xbox and PC, outputs 3.9 Nm of peak torque, and features a high-quality leather steering wheel with 22 programmable buttons and an RGB shifter light. The two-pedal set can be upgraded to a three-pedal set at an additional cost. The video provides affiliate links for purchasing these bundles.
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In this part of the video, the discussion centers around the Fitech CSL DD bundle, priced at $399, which is PC-compatible but not supported by Xbox or PlayStation. Alternatives like the CSL DD Ready to Race McLaren bundle for Xbox, featuring the McLaren GT3 wheel, and a WRC bundle for PC and Xbox, both priced at $479, are also mentioned. The CSL DD wheelbase offers 5 Nm of peak torque, upgradeable to 8 Nm with an optional boost kit for $149. The bundle includes the CSL P1 V2 steering wheel, known for its durability and rubberized grip. It features a 3-digit LED display and 12 programmable buttons, with metal shifters that provide a tactile click. The included CSL pedal set is two-pedal, but can be expanded with either the CSL pedals clutch kit (€40) or the load cell kit (€140), enhancing the brake pedal’s performance and adding a clutch pedal. Overall, the bundles are positioned as good choices with future upgrade potential.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the flexibility and affordability of upgrading a starter wheel and pedal set to 8 new M if needed. They also recommend checking out another video that covers the appropriate order for purchasing SIM racing hardware and common mistakes to avoid.