The new VRS DFP Pedals: As good as HE SPRINTS? Best sim pedals?

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Pedals will be on the rig tomorrow and testing starts, I should have the comparison up by the weekend all going well!

[@davidpresle3877]

Yes, how pedals feel is the more important thing for me. :)

[@badbrains7]

I am looking forward to it

[@KeeganLeahy]

From the discussions I've had with the devs, the decision to go with a rodless throttle design was to minimize friction. The pedals were in testing for over a year with several of the Coanda PESC drivers, and the consensus was that the friction from earlier rodded designs led to small amounts of throttle sticking, bouncing and undesirable response times. From a competitive standpoint, that wasn't ideal, so a resign was done. I'd be very surprised if they didn't do a full analysis on the force curve to check for any non linearities in the rodless design. Based on Coanda's PESC results this year I'd say they accomplished their goal of producing pedals ideal for competition, and I'm eagerly awaiting to hear what the community thinks overall about the "feel". Personally I'm pretty excited to try them out for myself in a few months when there is more availability.

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Yes agree totally. The smoothness of both throttle and the brakes is another level and will certainly appeal to drivers looking for any gains in these areas.

[@MalcomMcLeod]

Not sure about the no rod in the throttle pedal design, makes me hesitant for a future purchase.

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Yep, definitely not pretty.

[@chrisjohnson261]

That throttle spring jeez

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Looks horrid, preforms really well.

[@jasons4745]

The instructions are on the outside of the box in the start of this video, just scan the QR code👍

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Yeah, it doesn't work. Good spot though. But I tried that straight away.

[@espressoryen-grdahl9144]

Yeah. Im no engeneer.. (like Nils Heusinkveld) but when a spring can flex any random way, wont that make the feel of the pedal be a bit different everytime?

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

In theory over time its not good, and yes by exposing one area of the spring to more force initially I believe there would be a difference in feel. Only testing will tell, I'm hoping the data will quell my fears.

[@PlayJasch]

the adjustment looks horrific. but with dampers its gonna be a good deal. OH wow the dampers are not included 900 is still good as they should compete with the ultimates

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Adjustment is not as easy as the Sprints and that's a huge pain in the ass for some who jump from car to car. The dampers are not being released for a few more weeks, but once they arrive I will do a review.

[@kezman82a]

Is the vrs damper kit worth it?

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Still not managed to get hold of them yet. But tbh they really don't need them. They are very good as is.

[@kezman82a]

@@SmokingSteelGarage Nice. I have ordered them now. Just waiting for shipment :)

[@espressoryen-grdahl9144]

And the 200kg loadcell, dont indicate how much it is "on the pedal". Hmm.. Im sounding negative. But i actually looked forward for these. And switching my sprints. Just out of curiosity.. 🙈 But now Im looking forward to this review is done... 😅

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

I'm nervously awaiting the first drive tomorrow as well. I love my sprints, and I really want these to be better, but secretly inside I also want the sprints to stay! I'm trying to stay neutral though to give good feedback,

[@barrymanon9459]

Only thing missing on the VRS is the smart software that the sprints have. For me to change these would need to be a lot better in performance. Can’t wait for your review as your reviews are honest and not biased like some of those larger guys who review these things.

[@maas7740]

140Kg on the pedal ;) VRS said that on there discord. More information about the Tie Rod would be nice :) And a manual from VRS would be also nice :D Can't understand how they release a product with so much settings you can choose from and no manual available.

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

@@maas7740 Yes its a bit concerning I cannot understand either why such a basic addition has been overlooked, hopefully they take note and remedy it for the second batch rollout. VRS quote 120kg of force on the brake pedal with the Red spring fitted, but the loadcell is rated at 200kg however the design of the pedal dictates the final force somewhat.

[@chrisjohnson261]

Are these stronger than sprints?

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Construction is much stronger, and you can feel it when you use them.

[@wayneshephard]

They do look nice, unfortunately availability looks like being the fail point for me, all I can get are pictures and no sign of being able to buy these any time soon, they lol nice though, apart from that weird throttle spring, not pretty..

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Yeah only a small first batch went out. Hopefully by summer they will have more available.

[@Johnny_Thunder]

That throttle spring design looks so amateur. Big turn off. The brake looks really great though.

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

It does, I totally agree. However it does work very well. And I feel much better now I can't see it when its mounted on the rig. 😂

[@garysmith70]

WHERE HAVE YOU GONE?? No more youtube??

[@SmokingSteelGarage]

Hi. Sorry!!! I'm still here just got a lot on. I'm updating you all shortly on what's been happening. Appreciate the message though! 🙏👍 Will be back soon.

[@garysmith70]

@@SmokingSteelGarage Topman I`ve just bought thre VRS pedals on the back of your review. Hope to see you youtubing again soon.

[@KHMR1SNV]

Holy smokes that throttle spring. Totally unacceptable for a pedal set at this price point.

[@5950ziel]

The audio is poor. The reason I wont be watching.

[@tylerdracing]

100% agree. Lav mics are easy to come by.

[@TheSettlers90]

First world problems

[@trevz1048]

Goodbye 👋

[@rbecker380]

"5950ziel 8 months ago The audio is terrible, well beyond acceptable."

[@rbecker380]

Find a hobby.