BEWARE of these Sim Racing Setup MISTAKES

[@EZLynxTV]

Your first mistake was driving/testing it in Forza Horizon 😅 damn that game isn't made for wheels

[@Grammyy]

"Buy it nice or buy it twice" Is the truth. I found out the hard way switching from the Logitech G29 after trying my buddys direct drive wheel i didnt even want to touch it. IMMEDIATELY bought the Moza R5 3 days later and its worth it‼

[@InspectahFredo]

Literally just did this but I got the Logitech g pro set and I LOVE the difference! The truforce feels nice in combination with the DD, I see why they did it tbh

[@AKCobra1120]

Yeah, I recently upgraded trom a Thrustmaster T-150 to a Fanatek CSL DD bundle. Definitely a huge difference, although I did use that T-150 for a couple of years so I don't feel it was a waste of money.

[@Cheenael]

I am upgrading from Logitech g920 to Moza r12. I barely used it over the course of 4 years and accumulated 400 hours in different titles, most of them ETS 2 and snowrunner. The main stopping point was mounting and setting up the wheel, pedals and shifter and it's a joy killer. Now I want to say up a cockpit, which will only require putting on VR headset. Will it be used it collect dust like g920, time will tell

[@369darkknight]

Bro, I did the same thing! Started with the Thrustmaster wheel with the cheap ass pedals. The wheel stand and hated it. I broke down the stand with the wheelbase attached to it and put it in the corner for about six months. But let me add this, I also purchased the wrong Simulator (game). Which is also huge in finding enjoyment in this hobby. I started with Project cars 2. I'm thinking, more bang for the buck, right? You would be wrong. So, I went back down the rabbit money hole. I started with buying ACC (simulator). I bought an Accuforce DD wheel. The Asetek pedals and a new rig. And as of now, the pedals and rig are still in the box. But because of room restraints. I really love sim racing and have plans om getting the Invicta wheelbase with the new wheel that they just bought out (here I go again). Great video and info.

[@littlemuffin943]

i got to test a 100 thousand dollar sim a year ago and it was like being in the real car, the whole sim moved the sound was cranked so it was loud, they had a replica cockpit built with roll bars, the real wheel the button box like the real race car, they had fans that simulate the wind, rumble motors in the seat, the pedals so you can feel every crack, feel the curbs, the abs, the rear tires slipping it was insane!!!! and that got me hooked!!!

[@alanvictorreno]

I bought the la prima set with the free pagani pedals. But don’t have a rig yet. I can’t wait!!!

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Nice!

[@eagletrippin]

Enjoy the journey. Nothing wrong with upgrading constantly. Keep all of your equipment in great condition, for there is a great market for used sim equipment. In some cases, I've sold equipment for more than what I had bought them for. That said, yes, I am at the point now where my motto is "Buy once, cry once." BTW -- Eventually you might want an aluminum extrusion rig, instead...😎

[@workbirdygaming]

I just got tge logitech trophy 🏆 last week with the t598 I wish I would have seen your video a week ago. I probably would have went with what you have. But I'm blown away by the t598 great video

[@unklesuga1644]

Great video I really enjoyed this as someone who just built a Rig and I'm just at the edge of the rabbit hole.

[@AKCobra1120]

Your logic was sound buying the entry level gear to see if it was something you'd stick with. You just figured out quicker than most that you would, and that you wanted a better experience. And now you have a setup for guests so you can introduce all of your friends to this money sink 😁

[@CJKnowsTECH]

😂

[@Ghostie.]

You did all this amazing work, then skimp on a Quest 3S. You'll find the lenses on the 3 are vastly better, providing clear vision and crystal clear image no matter where your eyes are looking. >.

[@cjdavid1997]

I totally feel where you're coming from. I bought most of my stuff used, so I always felt like I was getting a good deal compared to new. I'm trying to figure out what would be a good upgrade from a T300RS. I have a Playseat Trophy with T-LCM pedals and TH8A shifter.

[@MSKH1970]

Thanks for this video CjknowsTech I have a thrustmaster as well.The rabbit hole can go deep in sim racing rigs

[@reviewforthetube6485]

Just wait sim racing will never be the same for you. Its a nonestop enjoyment. And that trsck racing will sneak up on you mark my words 😉 I still remember my first day with my simagic ultimate and yeah im now using it at 70% started out at 35% luckily settings dont seem to translate exactly perfectly on any wheelbase. Somehow that last 30% on any 20+nm base feels like a much bigger jump lol. But yeah most seem to get up to 70% tops like myself so im happy. Took me a while fiund myself adding more and more as time went on because we adapt. Hands get stronger, forearms get atronger even the back so yeah. Enjoy! You have some incredible gear thats for sure.

[@CJKnowsTECH]

I’m looking forward to it…

[@S0uls_Eater]

HOLY! U SAID AT 12? boy i got a g29 for a couple of years now and i'm loving it so far, but this thing maxes at 2

[@littlemuffin943]

Moza, Thrustmaster, Asetek, cammus, they all have bundles you can start in sim racing under a grand, i spent about 2 grand and i win on iracing aginst people who have 20 and 30 thousand dollar full sims lol. a decen low to mid budget direct drive sets you can upgrade as you get more into it. i love it !!!!!!!

[@williamboonejr8313]

That steering wheel angle is weird.😂With the top tilted toward you like that. To each its own tho. Great video

[@andrewnz2025]

Great video. I’ve wasted loads of money along the way too. Happy with my invicta wheel and pedals and simagic shifter too. VR is amazing. You’ve got it made. Next step is to sign up to iracing 🙂

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Nice setup! and Right! 😂 I'll be on iRacing eventually.

[@niolund8673]

You are well aware, that in the future they plan to make a mixture of a belt driven and Direct driven in the same wheel. The reason is probably because the direct drive often hits you too hard, especially when it comes to suspension. Feels much better with a belt driven wheel, but the advantage of a direct driven is that you can feel more and is more precise. So yes DD is best, but not in all categories.

[@Malficion]

Don't go motion, it's really not worth it. Most people that have it just keep it on the low settings. Go with Bass Shakers with vibration isolators instead. That give more usable feedback.

[@turpenstein411]

Sick video! I just got a G920 with a shifter and stand for super cheap on FB Marketplace, then my buddy hooked me up with a PSVR2 for maximum GT7 dopeness. I'm loving the setup but.... I do want that direct drive lol. I'm gonna give Asetek a gander and see if I can make it work with my budget next year. That said, what I REALLY want is a moving seat to give you more immersion when it comes to cornering and man... THOSE are NOT cheap. One day though... one day.

[@stevesutton772]

Dam. Better give a thumbs up and comment to help my dude.

[@cognitonito2695]

I have the logitech g29 i play in vr, mainly rsf rbr and assetto corsa rally. Man the ffb is so good in rsf rbr and assetto corsa (epsecially in rsf rbr). It depends on the game, some games have bad ffb in general, some games have good ffb only for specific wheels (i.e dirt rally 2.0 has shitty ffb on logitech and thrustmaster, i don't know about other wheels). I am very happy with the g29, i use custom wheel rims on it since i own a 3d printer and i am good at diy and cad. I will buy a dd wheel in the future tho, but g29 is not a mistake for me, i love it and i am not in a rush to buy a dd wheel.

[@94tdrobinson]

Info and perspective is 💯

[@Its_Nikki_Not_Nicky]

No way! thats awesome salute!

[@littlemuffin943]

i have the moza R12 with the SIMSONN PRO Plus Pedals they are cheap but they are just as good as the 3000 dollar pedals as along as you up grade the elastomars and i have the fold up stand so i can still use my desk and play my other games and stream normal. i swap out my game chair to a racing chair i set it up so it will use my game chair base when i gert on iracing

[@tomm2639]

VR sim racer thumbnail in the Top 10 CJ thumbnails 😂

[@001sander2]

Sometimes not easy because I know people who have gone direct drive right away but then give up simracing months later 😅

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Yeah you gotta be committed for sure especially at these investment points.

[@awakeandwatching953]

@@CJKnowsTECH i knew the wheel shot wasnt real from the intro as ive crashed loads of times on that map and my g pro goes mental for a moment when i flip the car lol.. new sub.. love the video

[@raytherrien2851]

Love my ASETEK FORTE SETUP

[@simplyracing04]

Dude thats a great entry level set up

[@floydstechreviews7765]

My guy built a racing sim!? 😂😂

[@floydstechreviews7765]

CJKnowsDrifting?

[@CJKnowsTECH]

😂

[@soca268]

Bro, y not sell the TM kit?

[@CJKnowsTECH]

I have someone close to me who can benefit from it...

[@Supersicksimracing]

I have the same story i planned on spending 2-3k and 6 months later I have my dream build minus the cube controls active break i need it but im around 22k 😂😵‍💫🤯

[@CJKnowsTECH]

And that’s the rabbit hole 😂 nice

[@hho3388]

And the next step is starting with a real sim, iracing.

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Right

[@raytherrien2851]

Invicta is the ONLY clutch they have lol

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Not true…there’s a La Prima clutch

[@Torqxracing]

you made alot of mistakes in your video. great content!

[@RiCH_926]

Yeah but you have to have a PC right Right now I'm on the PS5 waiting on the PS5 pro I don't own a PC so that's an added expensive if that's the case

[@CJKnowsTECH]

There are setups made for use with Playstation, Xbox and PC. I want to cover a Playstation focused system too as Gran Turismo is one of my all time favorite racing game...you just gotta do your research

[@RiCH_926]

@@CJKnowsTECH yeah but my question is should I start low or should I start high I know it has a lot to do with budget too but I live in a efficiency I live in a studio it's very small so the rig part of it I don't know if that would happen but I could put the steering wheel to my coffee table and put the pedals underneath I'm sitting pretty far back from the screen but the screen I'm using is a Samsung S90C 55 in and I also have a decent surround sound system it's outdated I need to get a newer version I would like to get a nice sound bar like a Samsung soundbar or something but right now my focus is on the PlayStation 5 pro I'm guessing you have one order too right CJ I can't wait man I'm chomping at the bit Can't come quick enough lol I'm so excited to see how granturismo 7's going to look cuz that's the game right now

[@PriestmanofGod]

bro you could have just said its sponsored 🚮

[@CJKnowsTECH]

It’s not! I literally spent my own money 💰 on my setup…

[@PriestmanofGod]

@@CJKnowsTECH im sorry was high yesterday

[@tubest8kdagreat]

black streamers unite

[@simplyracing04]

Honestly i feel like you did a huge dis service by knocking that thrustmaster ya DD is better but thats a great set up for the price

[@CJKnowsTECH]

I didn't knock it as I said it just was not the technology for me or that I desired. It's a good entry wheel but for me I would have done better just applying that amount towards a direct drive system and that was the main point in this video