Best wheel for GT5?

[DJ]

What's the consensus on the best racing wheel for GT5? I had a wheel for GT3 back on the PS2 but man, it seemed SO touchy. I'd barely touch the wheel and my car would go off track.

If you don't use the wheel, can you change the controls so that you can hold down one of the trigger buttons to accelerate instead of the X button?

[DirtyJerz32]

I'd like to know this as well. I've been waiting on this game and to get a wheel but, I didn't know what to get.

[fliplm0de]

Well the most popular in my opinion is the G27 or G25. It is kinda pricey but both come with fully functionally gear boxes and clutch. If price is an issue you can check out the Driving Force PRO GT (Made especially for GT5). However the GT doesn't feature the gear box and clutch just a normal sequential shifter/paddle shifter and standard gas brake. I currently own the GT (Can get it for under 100 on eBay and using it for Prologue and DiRT 2) and have used the G27 if money wasn't an issue right now I'd have the G27 but I am completely happy with the GT wheel, the feedback and response is awesome and it really feels good in your hands. However in the near future I'll probably be saving up for a G27/25 set up.

Here is the logitech site comparing the two wheels, both wheels do feature 900 turn radius and feedback.

http://www.logitech.com/en-us/gaming...ac=bc|714|4172

Here are also two very good in depth reviews on both the G27 and GT PRO

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5-BowDSEc0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDH-RmW4iZs

[DJ]

Wow, those are expensive. But, I'm sure if you are big into racing games, they are worth it. I don't think I could justify spending that much money for a wheel. I wouldn't mind payng 50-60 bucks for one but I'm sure the quality wouldn't be so hot.

[fliplm0de]

Quote: Originally Posted by Djwlfpack

Wow, those are expensive. But, I'm sure if you are big into racing games, they are worth it. I don't think I could justify spending that much money for a wheel. I wouldn't mind payng 50-60 bucks for one but I'm sure the quality wouldn't be so hot.

Yeah I know, but if you aren't big on needing the gear box and clutch I say try to get a deal on the GT wheel it still makes driving games 10x better. Here is where I got mine.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Logitech-Driving...#ht_3449wt_905

[DJ]

Quote: Originally Posted by fliplm0de

Yeah I know, but if you aren't big on needing the gear box and clutch I say try to get a deal on the GT wheel it still makes driving games 10x better. Here is where I got mine. http://cgi.ebay.com/Logitech-Driving...#ht_3449wt_905

That's a little better. I like the setup, too.

I had this wheel back in the day for GT3. I was thinking I need to pick it back up (I read you can use it for GT5 as well) so I can use it for GT3 and GT4, which I need to go back out and buy. Anyone know where I could find this wheel?

http://www.gameaction.com/images/Joy...driveforce.jpg

[demencia_total]

As stated before, if you have the moolah to spare go for a G25/27 or a Fanatec wheel. If you are like me and can't justify spending that much money on a gaming accessory, then go for the DFGT. I use it mostly with racing sims on the PC, and it is awesome. The only thing that I don't like about the DFGT is the "resistance" of the pedals, but you can fix that by inserting a spongy material under the pedal. It works like a charm.

Racing sims without a wheel are fun, but with it its just a whole new ballgame. As long as its not a $50-70 cheapo it should be fine. I paid $120 for my DFGT in Australia, and usually we have to pay double of what you guys get it for in the states.

[beatnik]

Driving Force GT is an excellent wheel for the price. It also duals on your PC as well like the other Logitech wheels. Can't go wrong with a DFGT.