Sim-Lab GT1 EVO Cockpit Review Part 1 "The Build"

[@Serial_Enthusiast]

I just followed along with your video while I was building my new GT1 Evo and I can not thank you enough. You made this so easy, and Sim Labs stuff really is terrific. I’ve been following you for a long time and I can finally afford some nice gear! Thanks for all the great videos Barry!

[@luisphoenix2334]

I guess im asking randomly but does any of you know of a way to log back into an Instagram account?? I was stupid lost my account password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me!

[@miguelalfredo8802]

@Luis Phoenix instablaster :)

[@luisphoenix2334]

@Miguel Alfredo thanks so much for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out atm. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@luisphoenix2334]

@Miguel Alfredo it worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thank you so much, you really help me out :D

[@miguelalfredo8802]

@Luis Phoenix you are welcome =)

[@abexuro]

I built mine today, this video was a great reference! I'd like to add that the "newer" version that I got has the triangle brackets also in black, which look really nice when fully assembled.

[@pitlanes]

I am always taken back by the level of detail you go into with your videos makes each one a must watch for sim racers, thanks.

[@TheRealObamacide]

it's kind of funny, but I think at times there is a ridiculous amount of useless talking making these videos way way way longer than necessary, but then again, it is probably a good assumption to think most watching are going to be absolute morons, so maybe it is for them.

[@amID0n]

TheRealObamacide Booooh! 👎🏻😂

[@enthused1286]

I don't think I could have built my rig without this video. Thanks so much

[@mattgoat4873]

just watching this while building my own gt1 evo. you sir are a god send. the most helpful video on youtube this. thank you very much.

[@prwestmann5645]

Barry, 2 years after you made this video, I bought this rig *because* of your video. That's the power of SRG, Sim Lab's reputation, your endorsement and the KZbin algo. Knowing I could build this with all your tips, experience, thorough insight and explanations, that was the deciding factor vs the other 10 rigs on my shortlist! Thank you!

[@skept3k516]

Hey how is the rig holding up? I'm looking to buy one myself.

[@AntoineThisdale]

Bloody Hell Barry, you're on Fire

[@tylahrs]

That’s what she said

[@steveb1236]

100% ordered a gt1 as a direct result of this video. Great work Barry, you surely sold me on the quality of this item vs some of the local 8020 stuff i had access to. I made sure to tell sim-labs the same, and suggest they get you a p1-x asap for review :D

[@smk6469]

Thanks for the vid Barry. Just got my GT1 evo today. Gonna be a major help. - Fellow VA simracer

[@jwrocks83]

Do you mind if I ask, did you get it from sim labs website? Or is there a seller somewhere here in the US? I’m just thinking about shipping costs from over seas 😮

[@jcsquared1111]

All I can say is thank you so so so much for doing this amazing vid!!! As it totally saved my ass the directions were basically non existent and without this I would have been so screwed.

[@Tintop]

i got the GT1 Evo since september and love it. it's compact and doesn't take up much space. I added the integrated monitor mount (it's rock solid! using it with an LG 34" 21:9 curved monitor when I'm not playing in VR) and keyboard holder, additional mounting point etc absolutely love this thing, especially for this price point. Using a Simucube MiGE with it, very sturdy rig.

[@_xndrzt]

hi how do you mount the mige (do you have small or big) to the wheel deck? do you need the simlab specific adapter or is it predrilled for the bracket?

[@vogliounacocacola]

I'm considering buying this and came across your video. Wow, very well spoken, nice voice, clearly passionate about this stuff. Very well done

[@slikk66]

expecting a gt1evo delivery tomorrow.. thanks for dropping some serious knowledge on the assembly process Barry 👍

[@1RacerXer]

Awesome! I'm thinking of getting one myself, as I don't have the time or patience to do all the cutting and figuring myself.

[@MrAudi220]

Ah my future rig😁for €449 it's rigid and affortable and i like the industrial esthetics with the black finish. Ps: i like your voice it reminds me of those 50's and 60's commercial voices👍 no pun intended + your videos are always well detailed so big thumbs up👍👍👍

[@alexj1892]

449?? I just paid €329 😂

[@MrAudi220]

@@alexj1892 i didn't get it i build my own solid wooden rig just as sturdy as this one for €80 😂🤣😂

[@Ripknotz]

Just bought this and this video was invaluable in helping me decide what cockpit was right for me, thanks a million.

[@Flashcrawl666]

hey, how's the experience been? One question: do they only sell the black color as default? I've seen a lot of silver/grey builds, but the web shop does not let one choose color.

[@ultrasaiyan4283]

Awesome, really useful! Thanks for this.

[@Valefor61]

I am so grateful for this video. This helped me so much for building my rig. Thank you mate!

[@grrrrr80]

just got my gt1 Evo and thank you for this video, I hope sim lab compensates you for this. I was surprised sim lab ships fast to SoCal. ordered on 11/29 and got it 12/4. The shipping cost was worth it.

[@davidsetterfield9430]

just waiting for my gt 1 evo rig, and these 2 videos have been priceless, as the schematics that you can download are very limited, with the step by step instruction you use to complete the build its very informative thank you barry.

[@simracinggarage3026]

Glad I could be of some help.

[@mann277]

Built mine today with your step by step instructions, thanks!

[@andersrasmussen3942]

@Barry many thanks for making this video - I was a true life saver this weekend when I put together my GT1 Evo rig. I have 10 thumps on my hands but your perfectly detailed walkthrough brought me through. I would advise against one thing you did though: do not slide the wheel support 'legs' back and forth on the base frame when adjusting. I made some nasty scratches on the base frame by doing so.

[@simracinggarage3026]

Yes, you have to take all the weight off the bolts when you do that. If you got a black one, use this to fix the scratches: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JCW2CG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@andersrasmussen3942]

@@simracinggarage3026 thank you for the tip, I'll have a look at this product.

[@Hyzic]

I would love to have a wheelbase and rim collection like that, so nice

[@chrismoon8853]

Definitely the video to watch when building the GT1 Sim Lab rig. Followed it with my build and went flawless. Great info/details! #Subscribed

[@JamesDilley]

American James May 😂

[@williampinner4315]

Lol

[@randomthing7297]

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[@TrueBeast33]

😁😅

[@simdhaliwal4260]

@@randomthing7297how is he American? He is as british as they come.

[@henkgoossens2724]

Watched youre video twise and build my own. Without any problem. Thsnks3 youre building video helped a lot. Real good do and dont’s

[@stuartmarshall7099]

Just made a donation for this great vid. Sim Lab should be paying you a commission!

[@FunkyMunty]

Thanks for this video. Some really good tips and really helped me with my build! Respect the dedication!

[@chrisjohnson261]

That round rubber foot part you had about 3 or 4 of them. I got 1 in my package. Wow. This is crazy man. Simlabs left a really bad taste in my mouth. As I try to build my gt1 evo I notice the further I go along that they didnt even send me all the right parts that Barry has in his video. I think I'm going to make some videos too.

[@austinator4444]

this directional guide is awesome don’t get me wrong, just don’t make the same mistake i did, when he talks about the beams that are 480mm he means the ones that are 500mm NOT the 580mm ones. i made that mistake got super far into it and had to basically disassemble it.

[@lexx348]

Same happened to me, but not because of Barry, just forgot to check the size :)

[@Tymanderr]

Dude same

[@MartinGuder]

Looking forward to mine. Ordered two weeks ago and nice to already get back into the groove of putting stuff together. Thanks for the video!

[@ronin_gthayc3020]

I've been looking into upgrading my setup for sometime now (6 months +) I'm using a modded playseat at the moment but been looking at sim lab but as there price's are a little much for my liking I cut out the middle man and went straight to the manufacturer of the aluminium profile maker's and saved over 200 pounds .

[@ronin_gthayc3020]

Just update on my rig . Well I would say that its money well spent .

[@4xlrner]

@@ronin_gthayc3020 What manufacturer did you use? I've seen some threads online and they all say it's not really cheaper than going the Sim-Lab or other company route.

[@ronin_gthayc3020]

@@4xlrner I used a uk company called motedis.com . I worked out what I need on paper 1st then priced it all up after . I used some parts from my old playseat rig for a wheel base and foot plate .

[@torentmonkey]

Watching this while cutting wood and bolting it togther for my sim rig 🤣

[@KubolRKS]

Top explanation 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Rex.ux.]

This is exactly I have been searching for weeks!

[@mikemarchetta3145]

thanks for making this video! it was the reason I bought this rig

[@blackseries6565]

Thank you very much for this helpfull video !! Best regards from Germany !!

[@olicarwardine7332]

This video was a massive help with my build, great tips and guidance. Thank you!! 🍻

[@davidk5274]

Thank you very much for this great review and build! Awesome stuff!

[@RRgaming2322]

Barry I love your channel. Would be awesome if you included forums on your website

[@ealeitz99]

The tip where you break the tabs off for the seat mounting portion does not work anymore, they changed how they make them so its not very easy to pop the inside tab off.

[@ADAPTSimRacing]

Yeah, I had the same issue and ended up filing them off instead.

[@xXMrGrayeXx]

I ran in to the same situation. The flat tip head trick didn’t work for me either. Found a work around and sharing in case anyone else finds it helpful. I used an adjustable wrench-tightened it on the tab and was able to break it off that way.

[@lexx348]

To me flat screwdriver still worked, no effort, just not very intuitive in what direction to apply leverage

[@karl343]

It's still easy, had black. Just put the bracket against a wall, pop them out with a flat head.

[@Alxandr46]

i build my rig with this video... amazing stuff thanks a lot guys

[@StoneHillRally]

Nice job as always pleasure to watch!

[@RatPits]

Thanks for the guide man!

[@NoCompM2]

This was a great video. Thank you

[@francisclark6937]

Thanks again for the show.... Awesome 😁

[@jamesm060191]

Awesome, Barry.

[@STVDP16]

thxx man

[@crazyferonie]

Nice video barry Sim-lab is nearby where i live only 15 km and i'm gonna buy this cockpit as well i'm looking for one in the last months and this is the one i'm getting nice pricing for good quality!

[@azhariqbal1212]

I always enjoyed your video's thank you I am considering to buy this pretty soon.

[@heikogehrig]

Great vid, used it as a guide to assemble mine 😊

[@AudioSuchti]

I love that guy.

[@paulpekala]

Thank you sooooo mich für this video!! 🙏

[@SakaL1985b]

thanks for review ,very helpful.

[@nickyjj5459]

Thank god for Barry

[@iamrocketray]

Although I have just ordered a GT1 Evo cockpit, I am a bit surprised that the webbed angle brackets are not sprayed black, I will be spraying mine before assembly because a black rig with silver brackets looks unfinished.

[@Ishin69]

this is an older video, i got my gt1 evo today, the brackets are black

[@TMProject17]

Helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@DelacruzDigital]

I got mine based on this review, great piece of kit. Only thing my wheel deck alignment was not as smooth as this one, the 90degree angle pieces were more like 100degrees, i had to put tremendous force to get them to screw in to the extrusion and then force the deck into the adapter piece, it's n there solid but under very heavy stress.

[@bratosin1]

I believe you must done something wrong in the process, all the pieces are perfect

[@mako4874]

house full of sim rigs, skateboards and drones...why couldn't i have been born your kid. still open for adoption btw- im 43 years old.

[@theonlyegg]

LMAO

[@N1ghT2003]

No, Take me. I am just 40 years old.

[@theproverbialbeef5641]

This is a great video. thank you so much. i have a question fo ryou. whats the difference between 80/20 and 4080? im trying to figure out what i should buy for diy

[@philrlee]

I’m interested to hear your finding on this since I bought a silver GT1 Evo in September. I found that the wheel uprights were too short for me (I’m 6’1”) and I couldn’t get the pedals high enough for the seating position I wanted. In the end I worked with Sim-Lab to get a set of longer uprights (90mm longer) which made a huge difference. I put the original wheel uprights where the pedal uprights are, moved the pedal uprights to support the front of the pedal deck and moved the wheel mount assembly closer to me for a much more comfortable and realistic driving position.

[@simracinggarage3026]

That's a great solution for tall guys. Just another testament to the versatility of cockpits built from aluminum profiles.

[@RichardSchouteren]

Phil Lee we now ship them with 580mm uprights. You can contact us!

[@fumoffu72]

@@RichardSchouteren, that's great news. I ordered Black Friday. Can't wait.

[@philrlee]

Richard Schouteren At the time I was in contact with Darko. He told me about the 580mm uprights but I wanted taller ones so I bought some 650mm uprights through him.

[@haaake]

It really is amazing that you are reviewing so many of these cockpits! I love my sim-lab TR1! What do you do with all these cockpits? haha

[@oskuz8570]

Any other ways to break off the anti rotational tabs on the corner brackets? I find it very hard to break the tab in the middle, I feel like I maybe got a different design of corner brackets.

[@ADAPTSimRacing]

I'm currently reviewing the GT1-Evo and also found it difficult to break off the tabs in the middle of each corner bracket. I would recommend filing them off instead. Hope that helps. 👍

[@ADAPTSimRacing]

@@andyh549 A regular flat file, suitable for use on metal, should do the trick mate. 👍

[@AndyGarton]

Is it just me or does this kind of black rig badly need black angle brackets as well?

[@BJAntonio46]

they're black once you put the covers on them...

[@AndyGarton]

BJ Antonio #46 What covers? If you mean the flat plastic pieces, they only cover one side, and not the most visible side.

[@TheBallisticSerb]

Just spray them black. Simple

[@chrisjohnson261]

They improved their shipping huh? Shipped mines without the wheel mount or pedal plate as well. Hope I actually get it st some point.

[@sujay750]

Thanks for the video Barry, it's a lifesaver. Do you recommend using washers anywhere? I know Sim Lab doesn't include them.

[@johnstathakos6811]

Great review as always Barry!!! Where did you purchase the gusseted brackets from?? I have the P1 chassis and am in need of a few more brackets Thank you in advance and again...Great reviews!!!!

[@simracinggarage3026]

I get them from a US supplier. 80/20.net. Or Ebay. If you live in Europe there a few places to get this type of hardware.

[@HKnK8]

Great detailed review. Subbed!! Im debating on p1, gt1 (out of stock) and gt1 evo. My set up is all fanatec. Clubsport v2.5 Shifter sq Csl elite pedal w LC Handbreak. Which cockpit would you suggest? I know p1 is very rigid and know it'll hold my setup without any movements. But, will gt1 evo do the job for my equipment? Will there be any flex with clubsport v2.5 ffb? And will the shifter mount have flex? Thanks in advance.

[@simracinggarage3026]

The only concern I would have is the shifter mount flex. I do discuss this in the video. To make the shifter mount more solid I would add another piece of profile that would attach the top profile used for the shifter to the bottom profile used for the base of the cockpit. Other than that, I think the evo would do a good job for you.

[@HKnK8]

@@simracinggarage3026 thank you sir for all the contents and suggestions.

[@bratosin1]

Do i really need to mount the pedal plate with the uprights?? I like the plate very low ,like almost touching the ground

[@DanJones007]

watch many of your videos, awesome job, was wondering what is your current best recommendation on a system? I like the P1 x chassis w sparco seat, i like the new pedals you just reviewed, steering wheel, still unsure, been sim racing for about 10 years g27, g29, any help would be appreciated, I don't have to stick to a budget, but don't think I would use 30nm on a wheel ever, so leo bodnam wheel seems a little excessive, but... you really like them, look forward to some advice, cheers Dan

[@bartvanoosten5744]

35:09 thats what she said

[@Rapid_GT]

I finally got one of these and there's a whole load of black washers that aren't listed on the schematics, there's also some of the black cylindrical socket head bolts in black that aren't listed either #7 #8 but i'm guessing those are just spares for more options ? also where did you use the m6 slot nuts ? or was it just the m8s ? gonna be building mine tomorrow, thanks again.

[@JC21x]

I'm guessing that it does come with enough of those slot nuts to mount a seat as well?

[@andrewwhite2863]

Is there a place where I can get plans for the hardware that I need. If I want to build my own aluminum profile rig?

[@jamesrush6867]

Hey, great video amazing help do you thing you could tell me what you think would be the best/cost affective motion simulator I could add to this

[@pierreortega9141]

Hello, is it possible to have the full dimension in mm or cm of the flying support gt1, to see if I should buy the support option Mige 130st because I have a direct drive Augury 18nm. Video test part 1, 44min Sincerely Pierre

[@arisp816]

Nice video Barry! I just got my fanatec DD1 base and thinking between GT1 EVO and the new P1 -X from sim-lab which is much more expensive. Which one do you think will be better for a direct drive wheel?

[@simracinggarage3026]

The P1-X would have a more solid wheelbase mount section of the two.

[@juanramosb.4029]

Please help me understand something: if the profiles are 8040, why calling it 8020? I just ordered one of this rig and now I am confused. Thank you in advanced!

[@dennismarcantonio1672]

Hi. Thanks for the great video! 1 question, how do you know when to use a M6 tnut or M8 tnut?

[@SufferingAddict88]

Is my understanding correct that you can't really change the distance between pedals and wheel a lot?

[@howsthat165]

Building mine at the moment! All my angular brackets and bolts are black anodised or powder coated, makes it look really nice can't wait to finish it. Anybody know if the fanatec dd pro wheelbase for PS 4 mounts straight to the bracket?

[@kimmossige263]

@55:39 - Do you need those l-brackets on both sides there? I'm getting my Evo tomorrow and want to mount the stubbs/uprights all the way to the front, removing the front l-bracket...

[@alecking6035]

I dont wanna get nosey but do you know an estimate of what the import tax for the rig into the us would be?

[@markkmotorsports9764]

Barry, to clarify, you are using a 6mm ball hex driver for the 8mm thread bolts. Do you use the same 6mm ball hex driver for the 6mm thread bolts?

[@simracinggarage3026]

The M8 or 8mm thread bolts have a 6mm hex head size. M6 or 6mm thread bolts can have either 5mm or 4mm hex head sizes.

[@markkmotorsports9764]

Thanks Barry. i ordered my GT1 Evo Last week. Can't wait. Just wanting to make sure I have all the necessary tools. Really Appreciate your channel and especially this 2 part series on this cockpit.

[@danielgagnon2231]

I'm having troubles with my shifter mount as the T nuts that were supplied are to big to fit inside as well as the piece does not sit flush on the side mount the it needs to attach to

[@AddictedGamersCorner]

can u tell us the cut meters for all... ty for videos.... keep on...

[@simracinggarage3026]

Sim-Labs has a .pdf, with all the dimensions, on their site for download.

[@tougesubaru420]

i may have missed it but whats the thickness on the pedal tray? i saw the omega build with the flexy pedal tray

[@chrisjohnson261]

Just got mine in the mail today but they didnt send me the pedal stand that comes with it. Wtf man. Been waiting for almost a month

[@neoniklasson162]

For everyone who owns one of these. How? Whenever I look on their website it’s sold out.

[@MijoMontego]

Do you know what the torque specs for this specific cockpit is? I've read that different profile thicknesses have different specs, and I'll be building this one next week. Thank you!

[@simracinggarage3026]

I don't know the specs. I would contact the profile manufacturer if you need that info.

[@MijoMontego]

@@simracinggarage3026 No worries, but thanks for the response and thank you for the videos you provide!

[@OhItsThat]

What kind of shampoo do you use Barry?

[@JuhaLiukkonen]

Heel & Toe

[@jesserowland7921]

Looking at getting this cockpit, but since im also planning to get HE Sim pedals sprint, i need to know if this pedal base plate will support them? I know they support the pro's but i believe the sprints have a smaller footprint.

[@simracinggarage3026]

The Sprint Pedals should fit. They have 69.5mm centers in the mounting slots front to back. The Pedal Plate has 70mm and 100mm centers on the available slots front to back.

[@dennishausen4067]

Can you tell the maximum lenght & width thats including the seat of the GT1 EVO? Thanks in advance

[@dern17]

I want to use a screwdriver type hex wrench like barry uses to assemble mine, anyone know what sizes to get? I know he mentioned 6mm, is the other 8mm?

[@bass-man5401]

With shipping, import taxes, additional taxes, handling import fees, plus the exchange rate make this well over 1400$ for me. I think I will build my own.

[@DeluxeTw0]

Can I slide the Wheelbase Frame Assembly down lower since I have a shorter seat? Or is that not a good idea?

[@simracinggarage3026]

Yes. Should not be a problem.

[@RacingRalphEVO]

Has anyone tried with smaller T-slot panels? I'm wondering if 30x60mm would do?

[@JohnG-gu5wo]

Hi everyone , can anyone tell me what size of bolts i need to fix my clubsport wheelbase to the front mount on a simlab p1? ANY HELP MUCH MUCH APPRECIATED!

[@ryanbuster4626]

I purchased this recently and all my brackets are plastic NOT metal/steel/aluminum. Has anyone else experienced this? Very disappointing.

[@Elementpunx]

I got M6 bolts instead of M8.. is that normal?

[@ShawnT_1JZ]

with the right brackets you can invert that pedal tray right?

[@simracinggarage3026]

Yes, with the right profile sections and hardware, you can do just about anything with this cockpit.