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Post by tomlory on Oct 11, 2022 1:57:38 GMT
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Post by tomlory on Nov 1, 2022 19:32:51 GMT
My notes:
Fanatec CSL DD ($1089 DD Pro + Clubsport R330 rim)
Cons:
Seemingly a long-running arrogance in regard to availability, like the customer needs Fanatec more than Fanatec needs the customer, the customer can wait. Currently the only CSL DD that available is the 8 Nm PC / Playstation version for $100 more than the 8 Nm PC-only version with 7/10 of their listed wheelbases and bundles being "sold out". Long history of pre-orders and missed fullfilment dates.
The QR1 quick release system, flexy, subject to pin breakage, high effort on and off, is going to be replaced by a new QR2 system that has been rumored and/or announced about two years ago.
The polymer QR1 Lite QR that is standard with their lower price wheel rims is garbage.
Customer service seems to be the worst in the industry, especially handling of warranty service.
Pros:
Easily replaceable base-side QR hub. On the CSL DD, simply loosen the base clamp and slide the hub out, it has a USB-C connector that plugs into the motor shaft.
Modular with individual parts available make it the most customizable and theoretically serviceable, ie, button clusters are available individually as are shifters (I have no idea at this time about service and repairs parts).
Largest selection of wheel rims and paddle shifters.
The best user documentation that I've seen (Thrustmaster's look like they were hand drawn by an artistic 12 year old and Moza's look like what you get with a Ring doorbell, quick start guide).
Neutral:
Performance, build quality, mounting, price, software and connectors seem to be par for the space. The T nut and slot mounting solution seems brilliant first glance but can be difficult to line up blindly vs machined threads in the body.
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Post by K Juliot on Nov 6, 2022 16:13:39 GMT
Cam Porter just bought the Cammus DD base, wheel and pedal package, about $1000. Think it only took a week or less to get it. As of last night he hasn't reported on driving with it, just that he needed to reinforce his setup because of the 25lb DD base and pedal force needed for the load cell brakes.
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Post by tomlory on Nov 7, 2022 21:08:21 GMT
Thanks, KJ. I'd heard the name (Cammus) before and accurately presumed Chinese company. I wouldn't consider their products for a second.
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