La Prima Sim Racing Pedals | An Honest Review… 

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they are 560 euros in norway, not very cheap at all

EU problems lmao

you can get a clutch for 150eur

I see 334 euros on their site. Compared to 3k euros for Simucube pedals, this is cheap haha

I think this is a bit misunderstood. I'm not an expert, so take it as you will, but to my knowledge (and a tiny bit of research) all these types of load cells measure "deflection" or travel. The sensor itself doesn't measure "raw pressure", the deflection or travel is converted from pressure by whatever "block" the sensor is attached to and how the design is calibrated. The stiffer the block the more pressure is needed to deflect the strain gauge on the sensor (thicker metal is harder to bend). Typical sim racing load cells just stack elastomers and springs against the load cell block, and so you apply pressure directly on the block, which transfers to deflection or "travel"" on the sensor. Asetek basically deconstructed the typical load cell and somewhat inversed the direction of force applied to the sensor. In their design the elastomer is pushing against a solid "block" not directly attached linearly to load cell sensor. And then, a weaker spring is used to push against and deflect the sensor itself based on the amount of pressure you can apply through the elastomer against the solid block. The effect is the same, but the math and calibration is different. You could also argue that you can achieve better resolution across the sensor's available deflection this way as you have more control on the calibration since you don't have the block directly attached to the sensor. So while I agree people have issues with it because it requires a different calibration technique, I think saying that it doesn't measure pressure like others do is misleading. The Asetek CEO addressed this in a RU-vid video and I think explained it reasonably well. Is it a better design? No idea. But IMHO the design has gotten way too much unjustified hate. (sorry for the novel)

@@bourbonbristlesThe normal loadcells are 100 or 200 kg, so they are measuring pressure. You can replace the elastomers with solid plastics and they still work.

@@Leynad778 Yes, on the same page there, but the 100-200kg is the force you can apply to the "body" of the load cell to cause the strain gauge attached to it to deflect. Load cell = strain gauge + metal body. Take away the metal body and you have the strain gauge, which you'll find in the Asetek pedal. They just moved the metal body to a different component. So, as long as they have calibrated the force needed to compress the spring, which deflects the gauge, you'll get the same result, and it is still measuring pressure. Change the system incorrectly, though, and you throw off the calibration, and then travel may affect the pressure more than on a standard load cell. For example, I switch out the elastomers for a spring for driving street cars/trucks. Gives me more travel and less required pressure across the range. It's still measuring the pressure of a spring compressing against the sensor. Having said that, I do think that the system isn't as "robust" as a typical load cell, so eventually, that spring's properties will change and alter the measurement of the force, faster and more inconsistently than a standard block. Not exactly sure why they choose this system but I do like how adjustable it is.

@@bourbonbristlesI haven't tried it, but people talking about issues with this concept regarding lack of precision and problems to calibrate properly. Scaling down a 200 kg loadcell to 5 kg certainly doesn't help with precision and the slightest difference in friction of the elastomer within the caliber, for example due to heat expansion, has too much of an impact on the tiny spring and loadcell. But again, I haven't tried it, but Dan Suzuki was talking about his problems with the brake and I certainly take him serious.

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Yes, all of the new Fanatec direct drive systems come with the QR2 base side. In terms of the rims, I know some of them do but I also know some don’t come with a QR system at all so it’s just a matter of carefully checking on their website before purchasing.

thanks@@OCRacing

I appreciate you 🤣

Yeah I’ve seen them everytime I go. I have zero idea why the TK version is so much cheaper though

@@OCRacing Or vice versa .... 🤔

@@OCRacing Micro center is off loading the TK asetek gear since he hopped to simucube. I got the full bundle for 800 and it's amazing.

@user-my3yp1wb2z TK asetek is in Microcenter only which is a US store and requires in-store purchase.

Working on it now actually

It's good I have my notifications on😂😂 @@OCRacing

Hey, both the G29 and T248 are decent entry-level wheels, the step-up to a direct drive system will be a night and day difference though. In terms of entry-level direct-drives, you can find what I recommend here: www.ocsimracing.com/reviews/sim-racing-for- If you constantly play on your playstation as well as on your PC, it may be worth it to consider something like the Fanatec GT DD Pro which offers support for PS4/5. However, if you don't play much on your Playstation and mostly on PC, the increase in price may not be worth it. Let me know your thoughts.

For the 60 dollar difference between the g29 and t248, which would u recommend. Im not gonna pull the trigger just yet, ill play gt7 more and see if i want to get ps support. I currently plan to play acc, forza motorsport, f1 on pc. Ill let you know what choice i land on, whenever i do since this is a expensive hobby😂 If i do think that ps support is not important, would something like the moza r5 or csl bundle be a good choice or is there something even a better choice? Thanks for the help

@@craxxfn1055 For the $60 difference, I would say go for the T248. With regards to budget DD systems, the R5 or CSL bundles are the best in the market at the moment in my opinion. If you do end up purchasing, feel free to use my affiliate links as it helps me out at zero extra cost to you. Thanks! www.ocsimracing.com/discount-codes

​@@OCRacing of course, thanks alot for the help

Clutch sold separately 😔

I’ve used and recommend all the Fanatec products you’ve mentioned, and me personally I’ve been happy with them. As such I would go with those. Asetek and Moza likely won’t have PlayStation compatibility for years since I believe Fanatec has exclusivity over the licensing and they also take a long time to develop. If you do end up purchasing, feel free to use my affiliate links :)

@@OCRacing Thank you so much, I guess its time to start saving!

I am on Ps5 also. I would advise to go to the Fanatec DD Pro 8nm. It is a big big step up from Thrustmaster T150 and you are good for years ahead! I would say, make sure you add the QR2 standard also to your upgrade.

@@giogamer4825 Thank you so much, I will definitely get the QR, but I dont believe the GT DD pro is with the QR2 I believe its the QR1. However I have had the t150 pro for about 6 years so I think it will be a great upgrade!

@@kaitheguy1411 For now, the DD Pro comes with the QR1, so you will have to purchase the QR2 at extra cost, and probably for any wheel, the QR2 wheel side. In the end, you are gowing to be blown away! I came from the Thrustmaster T300 and TGT and went to the 8nm DD Pro and was like 😱

I know. I'm always watching.

Can confirm it does in person as well

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Logitech hates me

why?@@OCRacing

It is and I was too lazy to re-render the video… it was 2am

Sorry to hear Ed! Wish you the best

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@OCRacing my favorite content out of all the sim racing creators W creator

*that will substitute some gym equipment

@@OCRacing that will give you calves of titanium

No, actually. Most people think I am though

@@OCRacing if you don’t mind could you tell me wich county you are from

Hello how are you?

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I'm thinking of going to the mall today but I also don't want to spend money. How about you?

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I’ll think about it

Fr u should give them to my boke ah@@OCRacing

I NEED THEMMMMMMMMMM fr send it to my broke ah

He sometimes misses but today he didn’t miss!

That’s understandable, it’s of course worth noting that sim racing is simply an expensive hobby. Compare it to photography for example where just a lens will cost $500 for something entry level for example and 🤷‍♂️

I also agree, but what to get for less, not to mention fanatec or thrustmaster??