Trak Racer TR8 Pro Sim Racing Chassis Review

[@johnjones276]

This is the best video on this rig. You hit everything you need to know. No one else even gets close. Just ordered one🎉 thanks for the video. If it wasn't for your video, I would of overpaid for a seat when I already had one that works and costs more.

[@TheSimpit]

Super glad this video helped you out!

[@raytherrien2851]

Ordered Asetek Forte setup last week just came in. Ordering this rig this friday on payday...cant wait....

[@MrJeffrey812]

I own this rig and it is a very nice rig,so much adjustability I’m sure any body size can find the correct position.With my fanatec csl dd 8nm there is no flex at all In the steering bracket.I don’t notice any movement or flex in the pedal plate.I’ve owned 4 different rigs and this is by far my favorite,I can’t see myself getting rid of this one.I definitely recommend this rig.

[@Mordrede100]

Hi! Sorry can you tell me which rigs you had before? I am grinding between this, gt elite, gt track and the gt1 evo.

[@AWD_DSM_FTW]

@@Mordrede100did you ever make a decision? I’m in the exact same boat. Returning my GT Lite Pro as it’s creaky and flimsy.

[@Mordrede100]

@@AWD_DSM_FTW Hi, so sorry, I just saw the email notification of this. Yeah, I did go for the GT elite aluminium wheelplate edition. I got a simagic gt neo, alpha (15nm) p1000 pedals with springs. I am very very happy with the choice. It was the cheapest (for me) out of the choices (total cost with shipping, since the next level had 0 shipping cost and the shop offered their own bucket seat for a very good price), but it is wonderful. Me and my flatmate has been racing in it ever since (ca 250 hours combined) and nothing moves or squeaks or bends. I am very very very happy with this decision.

[@tomaszmichewicz7867]

Hi, I’m thinking of buying this rig, are you still happy with it? Is there a lot of flex over the time ?

[@RARRRRRRRRRRR]

A very good review. Comprehensive showing all of the details that you need for assembly and getting to know this rig in general. Well done!

[@biscuit8038]

This is the best review I have seen for this rig and as such, I bought one. Thanks!

[@TheSimpit]

Great to hear!

[@biscuit8038]

@@TheSimpit I will profess though, it does not take 45 minutes to build and can be tricky in places. Very solid, comfortable and good looking.

[@jimijames95]

Thanks for the review Shaun, I just received my TR8 Pro today Feb 2, 2024.

[@Bigheadedwon]

How are you liking it?

[@danielsimpson8385]

Great review and probably the description on how to put the TR8 Pro together. I have mine coming next week. So excited. Awesome video @thesimpit

[@sirpreece9355]

How have you been enjoying it? Abt flex months later? Just ordered mine.

[@tmoshamo]

When i heard the price i immediatley thought heck no, but as the video went on and i saw how easy it is to adjust the wheel and pedals my thought changed to.....not bad. Thank you for the video shaun. Peace✌

[@magsmafia]

Great review, thank you!

[@CarswithBrad]

Thanks so much for making this video! I’ve got this rig and love it.

[@DJ.TOMOHIRO]

Your review was very helpful!! I plan to use TR8Pro in Okinawa, Japan.

[@23ograin53]

The seat bracket at 5:32 designed to allow you to tilt the base of the seat, just like you would a bucket seat, is a huge plus for me!

[@scottydvintagevideos]

I just built my TR8 Pro. I replaced the 4 round button head bolts that attach the seat to the sliders with M8 20mm Hex bolts. It's a giant pain trying to tighten the button head bolts with an Allen Wrench and you will eventually strip the head with the Allen Wrench. The new M8 20mm (1.25 thread) Hexagon requires a 13mm open/closed wrench and takes a minute or two once you get them threaded. The Allen Wrench method takes 20+ minutes tightening in a tiny space under the seat.

[@scottydvintagevideos]

I'm not sold on the adjustable wheel deck being held by only 2 handle screws that dig into the stainless steel tube sliders. Seems rather flimsy when you consider all the parts being well thought out and top quality. Time will tell if the handle screws can keep the wheel deck from moving after the rigors of force feedback.

[@robo3412]

Simply phenomenal review! Very detailed and concise. Looking for a rig myself. Also, trying to determine Moza R9 vs Fanatec CSL DD 8nm. Again, great job.

[@SimonCarson_Racing]

R9, you won’t be disappointed

[@robo3412]

I just ordered the R12 due to the rear ports hoping that it will soon be Xbox compatible in the future. Thanks for the response.

[@wisllayvitrio71]

@@robo3412 Ah yes, the R12 is a much better deal. Too bad it was only announced months after I bought my R9.

[@Jgarthebeast]

I've never bought something so fast after watching a review than this rig. You could sell me ice and I'd buy it all lol

[@martinjudd1284]

Actually looking at one of these to replace my computer desk completely.

[@ClickerSnapper01]

Nice video... I do own the original. The Pro looks great too. One thing I did not see mentioned in the video is the option for castor wheels? I did get a phone call and left the video playing for a bit, I might have missed it. But they are a solid addition to the rig. I would think the pro has this option? I can roll the rig around to clean and dust. Wheels lock into place and are stout! Owned it for about a year now. I'm very satisfied with the purchase. I have the csl dd 8nm and shifter mounted to it. It was pure joy to assemble. Was not missing any parts and everything lines up!

[@MrJeffrey812]

I own this rig and yes you can add caster wheels.

[@maximilliank6339]

any m10 screw castors will fit the 6 dedicated mounting holes

[@jamesdowling8246]

great review

[@ChrisDaytrader]

Great video as usual, and the racing chassis looks awesome.

[@maxmoser412]

I wish they gave buyers the option between the shifter mount or the monitor mount. Monitor mount came standard with the original TR8, so it would seem that giving buyers the option would have been an easy thing to do. Plus, I know far more people that would want the monitor mount and have no interest in adding a shifter to their rig.

[@leogalle003]

Is it possible to put upside down the wheelbase support so u can lower it?

[@ryandotson8648]

Do you feel that the wheel deck height was comfortable? That's one of the only complaints I've really heard with this rig, looking to get one soon.

[@maximilliank6339]

I own a tr8 pro. I had to add a piece of steel under the second beam of the pedal deck to make contact with the frame. The second beam just hangs without it, causing a lot of flex. It only cost 10 USD and completely eliminated the flex. This is only an issue when the pedal deck is mounted further from the driver.

[@leogalle003]

Is it possible to put upside down the wheelbase support so u can lower it?

[@O-Friendly]

I want one. One day, when my money is right.

[@jean-paulschmeitz5015]

Thanks for the video. The rig looks amazing! My only concern is the steering wheel; it seems a bit low. Raising it by 5cm might be better. Did you encounter any issues?

[@SouthernBrother]

I've no experience whatsoever with sim rigs but would like to get into them. With the new Forza Motorsport coming out, I would like to use a rig and no longer use a controller. I play on a Xbox Series X. I've no clue what kind of wheel to get, nor rig. I do like this Trak Racer Rig, but for the price would it be worth for my first setup? Also, as an Xbox Player, I've read where the Logitech G923 Steering Wheel with pedals and shifter are a great start for beginners. The only thing I have against it, is the noise from the gears on the inside. I looked into a Logitech G Pro Steering Wheel which has Direct Drive and quiet operation. Would the Logitech G Pro and the Trak Racer Rig be a good start for a beginner rig setup? The only thing I have against both items is the price. But I don't want a noisy wheel or a weak rig that produces a lot of flex. What advice does anyone have on what I should begin with? (I'd rather not spend no where near $2,000 for a setup because I don't have a set income, but I want something nice. Something best bang for buck for a beginner)

[@TheSimpit]

Most profile rigs will offer you no flex. Look at Trak Racer and Simlab. They offer great rigs. For a wheel base, Fanatec CSL and the Moza R3 offer Xbox compatible direct drive wheelbase that are much cheaper than the Logitech.

[@heli-mad-paul]

Great video, can you clarify if the seat slider is included as standard or do you have to buy it as an extra?

[@kalebquinones255]

Seat slider is included

[@heli-mad-paul]

@@kalebquinones255 Thanks :)

[@alexkotan9277]

Hello! Do you remember how tall the smallest person you recommend is? Is it suitable for my 140cm child? The Trak racer wrote that it is suitable from120cm, but I'm afraid only because of the sale.

[@andrewskordilis9033]

Is the standard wheel plate enough for 10nm alpha mini or will I neeed the Dd plate ? Thank you !

[@miguelleon7514]

will this work with logitech pro wheel?

[@TripleThreatRacing81]

I’m 6’1 & have a sturdy build. I’m worried if I do decide to buy this my legs will not have enough leg room or that my knees will clip my steering wheel. Can someone my height give me any feedback?

[@wisllayvitrio71]

I'm 6'5'' and it fits me no problem. With the right seat angle my thighs are flush with the seat so that my knees don't go towards the steering wheel.

[@robo3412]

Ok my rig showed up and I had one hiccup. The installation of the wheel base mount confused the heck out of me. Long story short, I ended up removing the bearing sliders completely to attach them to the wheel base mount. Once connected to the wheel base mount, I couldn’t get it to slide back on the left and right side. I thought this was a needed step as the left/right sides were originally installed in the upside down position (based on your video configuration). I needed them inverted to place the “lock down” levers on the top. However, removing the bearing sliders only rather than the entire assembly and swapping sides caused me to either wear out the lubrication or slightly damage them causing abrasive sliding mechanics (as I had to use a mallet to get them back on). I haven’t attempted to re-apply lube to the chrome/polished slide poles to improve the sliding movement. Although it’s still functional (albeit abrasive rubbing) I did leave a message with Trak Racer on the possibility of getting a new left/right slider sent out to me. I felt like there was a definite disconnect in the manual (4b) on how to actually go about this step. Now, I’m on vacation and awaiting the arrival of my Moza hardware to install.

[@dargodarling6614]

Hey, I have absolute the same problem like you. Do you get new sliders?

[@robo3412]

@@dargodarling6614 I ordered some bearing grease and I am now able to slide it back and forth with more ease. There were some other manufacturing issues with the welded holes, but TRAK Racer was quick to send me some replacements.

[@jlcourtoreille343]

Were the adapters for a larger tv an add on or did it come with the tv mount?

[@bootsector4983]

Don't have the speakers mount.

[@kenbarthSimAV8tor]

No seat makes it pricey eh

[@trappedintimesurroundedbye5477]

definitely when you add 400 seat lol

[@RandyWatson80]

With Trak Racers inability to deliver products in a timely fashion, I would highly recommend steering clear of this company.

[@yk0578]

aparts from the good look I can say anything good about it. cheap Chinese crap with a few incompatible parts. if you get trx seat you would need to reverse seat brakets and push wider seat in. but even when you figure it out it would not be possible to use it as at highest settings and putting wheelbase as low as possible your wheel will be just in front of you head ...