(Part 2) Top products from r/granturismo

We just put together a new racing line infographic. I really like these kinds of quick reference sheets that pack a lot of info into one graphic. Hope you like it.

http://www.paradigmshiftracing.com/racing-basics/racing-line-quick-reference-apex-troubleshooter

The 3rd book in The Science of Speed Series is also now available. The Perfect Corner 2 covers complex track sections and completes our core program starting with The Perfect Corner and Perfect Control. Here is the Amazon link, but it's available from other retailers as well.

http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Corner-Step---Step-Optimizing/dp/0997382449/

Feel free to ask questions as well.

> Yeah, I am wondering that myself since Sony havent confirmed if the PS4 will support the G25/G27.

After I saw this, shortly after the Driving Force GT started to disappear from online retailers like Amazon, it basically cemented my needing to wait on getting a wheel.

When the DFGT was around $150 (which it was for quite a while), I might've been able to justify it. (Though adding something like this to the purchase doesn't help.) But the G27 was always out of my price range, unfortunately.

But maybe Logitech will come out with a good DFGT replacement that's 100% PS4 compatible and still goes for the same price as the DFGT did and this will all work out for the best in the long-run! :)

Thanks for the suggestion. I think I'm due for an upgrade.

The last time I bought a set of headphones, they were also from Turtle Beach. I just used them for my WoW raiding back in the day. I definitely need something more sophisticated.

There are lots of high-performance driving resources available for learning & improving, such as (to name just a few):
• Ultimate Speed Secrets: The Complete Guide to High-Performance and Race Driving by Ross Bentley (book)
• Skip Barber - Going Faster (90-minute YouTube video)
• iRacing Racing School (YouTube video playlist)
• DrivingFast.net
• TurnFast.com

ViperConcept has done many helpful videos too, like:
• Racing games - How to drive powerful cars
• Racing Games - How to avoid spins
• Racing Games - How to deal with Rain
• Racing Games - 4 Frequently Asked Questions
• Racing Games - 5 facts about downforce

Good luck & have fun!

This, I have the Challenge and it folds up nicely with the wheel and pedals still attached. It's also a relatively cheap entry into have a seat that is attached to the wheel/pedal. Comfortable and easy to store for sure.

edit: Amazon link for the the interested.

On sale, Thrustmaster T300 RS GT has great pedals and is much cheaper than the base version.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M1L2NRL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_-MFXCb63RW7X2

To keep my wheel from overheating, I pushed a couple buttons to keep the fan on constantly. I do back to back races all the time, a couple hours at a time. The wheel hasn't decreased in quality this past year and a half.

A gaming desk can be a good substitute for a wheel stand.

To keep the pedals from sliding, I put a small foldable table with some weight on it to block the pedals and keep them sturdy. The carpet helps to keep the table from sliding away, though the carpet alone won't keep your pedals locked in position.

My two cents on this.

Wheels, obviously are nice, but a lot of feedback i see says they have a short life, at least for the cheaps ones. Some brands have a shit support, and some dont hold their word what they write on their warranties. The good ones are expensive, over 300, i mean, Fanatec is just plain idiotic prices.

Controllers, 3rd party? Dont bother, none of them have Motion Steering, which if you are not using, you're missing a lot.

I did get one of these though, they're embarassing, but it makes up for the good feeling.

https://www.amazon.com/HKS-Racing-Controller-Playstation-3/dp/B003UF9BK2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504146664&sr=8-1&keywords=hks+ps3+controller
I don't have one personally so I can't tell you how it is but it seems pretty cool.

Well, it is expensive. The wheel I got on sale for Christmas ($199):

http://mobile-gaming.logitech.com/en-us/product/g27-racing-wheel

The seat for my birthday (full price listed):

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005ZQAGIU/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/188-8546093-8227452

Without the wheel in general, I don't know if if still be playing GT6, it is that much better with everything. I had 220 hours around there before the wheel, now I'm at 310 hours with everything. Those last 100 hours would have not been there if I had a controller.

I highly recommend this:Next Level Racing wheel stand.

It's incredible stable, no center bar, full adjustable, and 100x better than my custom TV stand that I outfitted with metal plates for added stability and worked well with my G25 for about 7 years - I would place about 20lbs of free weights on top to stop the wobble. Now that I updated to a FANATEC I needed something better. I was skeptical at first but after 6 months of continued use I wouldnt go any other way.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012TOREKS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Lego Speed Champions series

Ferrari-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079YBQVRT/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_K-GwCb5NHDVR5

Porsche- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079YBQMB2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_h6GwCbABBWFZM

Mercedes- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J41GO2S/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_n7GwCbJW05NEA

Corvette-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012NOD5AW/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_g8GwCb7RW7EDR

McLaren-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GZ7WP5W/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_l9GwCbYBKF3SX

Im using a folding tray table until I get a wheel stand pro. It’s not the most sturdy option, but it works and walmart usually has them for around ten bucks.

Something like this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01KKMD6UI/ref=mh_s9_acsd_top_b9IN0F1_c_x_6_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-4&pf_rd_r=4P1102GW2P0Y935VCE65&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_p=0eafbf70-bd16-5869-b3ff-077b9b25eabf&pf_rd_i=8516652011

Here you go - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gran-Turismo-Sport-Collectors-PS4-x/dp/B01ICV10AM :)

They're very cheap, but amazing. I also use inverted caps for the thumb sticks, I hate the stock mushroom shaped he thumb stick as my sweaty digits always slip off

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B003QHY0HI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1427033475&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX200_QL40&keywords=ps3+thumb+grips&dpPl=1&dpID=31SGYyxj-DL&ref=plSrch

11,625 copies of Gran Tursimo 6 and a couple of candy bars

If you're not opposed to reading, this is a fantastic book on the subject of suspension and aero tuning
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0879380713/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Ra-Dyb063XJNZ

Amazon link, there's a ton of these on there

Here you go bud, seems you need it

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-Driving-Force-Steering-Wheel/dp/B001IWR9JY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463700731&sr=8-1&keywords=logitech+steering+wheel+ps3

Any ideas?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crucial-CT960BX500SSD1Z-Internal-Solid-State/dp/B07KL82RLL/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=ssd+hard+drive+price+1tb&qid=1570133133&s=gateway&sr=8-11

For example.