Thrustmaster TH8S Shifter [REVIEW/TEARDOWN] It's PLASTIC, but is it FANTASTIC?

[@SimRacingCorner]

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[@speedy_boi_69]

love the fact this thing has both the connector for the wheel and usb unlike the Logitech one

[@jasondonavich2758]

That's what I liked about my pxn shifter I got with the wheel, when my pxn V10 wheel died I could still use the pedals and shifter via usb and then just got a cheap TMX wheel.. I hate proprietary stuff that you end up locked with like budget Logitech wheels

[@retrolizardscustomarcades]

Just for this in today. I attached to my base but didn’t play yet. Of course I fiddled with it a little though and it feels really good. Can’t wait to actually try it out

[@paulv5733]

Useful to see it being disassembled as i wondered if the 3DRap mod could be added to provide more resistance, i guess not with the plastic internals. Accurate review, I bought this shifter for occasional use in GT7, it fits the bill perfectly as it was hard to justify the additional expense of T8HA. It's generally faster to use the paddles but its fun to use the clutch sometimes and adds an extra level of realism and immersion especially when playing in VR.

[@SimRacingCorner]

3DRAP do have a special tension mod for this shifter. It's not the same as the TH8A mod. I should be getting the mod in, to test and review in the near future.

[@paulv5733]

@@SimRacingCorner Thanks will take a look

[@martijnp4313]

Thanks for taking it apart. I read some comments online from people being under the impression that it has the same (metal) internals as the TH8A - totally unrealistic for 2/5 of the price. This is a good video to link to if I ever come across that misconception again.

[@kawalyz]

I was wondering if you know if the red outline can be separated from the shifter itself. My plan is to spray paint it to match the color of the shifter

[@SimRacingCorner]

It's fixed in place.

[@frankjuniorjaspers6462]

Can you add a truck shifter on it too? because so far I've only seen truck shifter add ons compatible with the normal th8 but not mentioning the th8s. Thanks in advance

[@paulboult1789]

I got this recently works great for me on xbox ..

[@VinseZeRenard]

It's possible to take out the red ring plastic for a paint job ?

[@ScripcariuNicolas]

For example, this shifter goes on any steering wheel, I don't have loghitec or thurmaster

[@orangechannel4862]

It would be really interesting if it had a normal attachment to the cockpit.

[@turbofrayer]

Which of the amazon/aliexpress shifters would you consider to be a better alternative to the TH8S?

[@GanglyManGames]

Do you know the thread size and length for the screw that holds in the shift knob?

[@orangechannel4862]

I personally use the shifter that you reviewed, and I don't regret buying it, but it's pretty unreliable. I have already changed one, and now I would prefer something on the Hall sensor

[@0jesse10397]

Do you mean the Chinese metal shifter? What did fail? The circuit board, the buttons or the mechanical part.

[@orangechannel4862]

He just began to register switching irregularly, 9 out of 10. Apparently, the switch itself broke.@@0jesse10397

[@j-maoh2086]

i would like to know too

[@lalalalalala9109]

Woukd you know the thread on the knob? Is it m8?

[@RagnarOdinson]

Was wondering if you’ve tried the PXN A7 shifter? It has USB, RJ11, and the DIN connector for use with the Thrustmaster Wheels on consoles and is $10 bucks cheaper than the TH8S. Thanks! And I appreciate any info you may have to share on the topic. 👊

[@SimRacingCorner]

I haven't, but I might in the future. But right now, not one that's high on my priority list, as I have a number of reviews lined up to keep me busy.

[@RagnarOdinson]

@@SimRacingCorner Right on 👍. Thank you for the quick reply! Have a good one.

[@joseppc6802]

Hello, could you tell me please which option is best for you: 1-aliexpress 90€ H sifter 2- TM TH8a user at 100€ Thanks

[@ukaszp2333]

Huge dealbreaker for me is that you can't use din connector for PC and you have to plug it via the USB. I don't need extra cables and I don't have more free USB ports. I also don't need 7th USB hub. So nope. No idea why they couldn't make it work on PC via din connector.

[@FastR080T]

Fun fact. If you have a ps3, GT 5 and as T500rs. you can use the shifter via USB-C by connecting to another USB port and then game recognise it and you can use all of the gears.

[@rfG1112]

Can you rotate the internals by 180 degrees so it’s facing the other way? To mount it comfortable I need to mount it so what would’ve been 1st gear is reverse.

[@SimRacingCorner]

I don't think that would be possible.

[@TheJ11nior]

Good video, i have a Logitech Wheel without shifter, I was considering buy a Chinese shifter, but my brother did buy on and I find it is to much clunky, did no like the feel, this Thrustmaster seems far better and since is connected direct to the PC is good for upgrades, Its a shame they don't this for their pedals and try to scam you to buy another adapter to connect to the PC.

[@juvzsy]

you reckon i’d be able to get a different shift knob on there mate? love your videos by the way i’m gonna sub

[@SimRacingCorner]

I did see a gear knob mod on eBay to do this a while back. It's simply a screw adaptor that goes in the top of the stick.

[@arojasemploi2]

Can the door to switch from pc to ps5 can be removed? I would like to have both connected all the time and not have to unplug and plug every time.

[@SimRacingCorner]

Yes, if you take the top off, as in my teardown, it falls out.

[@tanakin3608]

can you remove the disc on the top of the clamp?

[@guky667]

I'm just waiting on a T248 and a TH8S to play on PC but you're saying the DIN cable won't work? I must connect it through USB-C? I would've thought the wheel could pass it as a different device, hmmm :(

[@merserhomie]

The USB-C plugs into the shifter, gave me a bit of a fright when i saw that too but yeah

[@joeschmoe5009]

The din cable to connect shifter to wheel is only for use on consoles, for pc the shifter must be connected directly to pc using the included usb-c to usb-a cable

[@titou8889]

Does it work with the trustmaster tmx on Xbox?

[@bartrabiej]

Is there a way to mount it with screws instead of that clamp? Thanks

[@SimRacingCorner]

No, just the clamp.

[@laszlolengyel9663]

does it work without a clutch pedal?

[@RubberGlovesBoii]

Does it have hard mount option for rigs? Or is it just the hand screw?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Just the screw mount

[@technicalview1651]

I think good choice who start to use gear shifter or need chip and good performance shifter

[@ivanbabenko5142]

for steering wheel from Xbox will it fit?

[@blamitdsz]

Does this work on PXN V9? Please reply 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@SimRacingCorner]

On PC it will, but not console.

[@MikeHoughtonasUnit8720]

what screw driver are you using to remove the knob

[@SimRacingCorner]

Torx type

[@serjiokevork9508]

Does it work on pxn v10

[@Samuel-g6r1p]

i have a little question, but my comment will probably not get noticed. does tightening or loosening it too much/too often break it?

[@SimRacingCorner]

It shouldn't be a problem.

[@Samuel-g6r1p]

@@SimRacingCorner Tysm

[@Samuel-g6r1p]

@@SimRacingCorner also, is it bad when i shift it when its not plugged in/ on?

[@Samuel-g6r1p]

it sounds a little squeaky when i move it to the left

[@cargastic5892]

i know i alredy asked this but WHAT will happen if you plug usb into xbox

[@SimRacingCorner]

Nothing will happen, the console won't recognise the device.

[@cargastic5892]

@@SimRacingCorneroh thanks no one answerd accept you

[@cargastic5892]

weird i tried it and it worked???@@SimRacingCorner

[@paulthurston2883]

Is the TH8A also compatible with Xbox X ?

[@SimRacingCorner]

Sure, if you have a Thrustmaster Xbox compatible wheelbase.

[@wagonet]

Love the channel!

[@SimRacingCorner]

Appreciate it!

[@MMMM-tr3cf]

Is it work with Logitech G29?

[@Hall0wMan31]

Yes! But only on pc,laptop. And you need to connect the shifter directly to the pc.

[@MMMM-tr3cf]

Ok thanks

[@MMMM-tr3cf]

Is it better then a Logitech shifter?

[@Hall0wMan31]

@@MMMM-tr3cf Idk. I'm going to buy one next month, so yea.

[@Hall0wMan31]

@@MMMM-tr3cf It is more durable, it has more gears.

[@ОстровСокровищ]

Хорошо что купил TH8A

[@oliverbiro6328]

Can I use this shifter with Thrustmaster TMX?

[@SimRacingCorner]

If the wheelbase has a shifter socket, then yes.

[@sevantofra]

yes, I have a TMX Pro and bought it recently. It works great for me, I play mostly ETS2 and Gas Guzzlers. The material in the shifter is thin cloth so it will be harder to clean, I suggest getting a winter hat or similar size to keep on it while it is not in use (can't wipe with a damp cloth like the "leather" counterparts).

[@oliverbiro6328]

@@sevantofra Thank you!

[@sevantofra]

also, it plugs in the pc not the din. That is for console.@@oliverbiro6328

[@adamthomas1222]

Can't be hard mounted?

[@SimRacingCorner]

No

[@captain_sp33dy]

To me, nothing really excited me. The design is clean, and i can see the appeal to some gamers. Just not for me.

[@rileyvosper411]

still a bit expensive but better than the last one (in price)

[@masterpeace817]

what game is that ?

[@SimRacingCorner]

AMS2

[@wandrinsheep]

seems quite flimsy for the price

[@chesternimitz8357]

for the price its litarly 59 euros