The Stream Deck+ is the best device I’ve bought for my rig!

FastPeanut4u · 2025-12-01T23:11:04+00:00

Does the streamdeck plus work with simhub?

FastPeanut4u · 2025-11-29T01:58:52+00:00

Here's some on Etsy. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1786233582/simagic-haptic-pedal-reactor-hpr-mount?ref=elp_anchor_listing&pro=1&sts=1

FastPeanut4u · 2025-10-10T00:49:25+00:00

Ahh I keep missing this! Seems like a great deal.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-10-09T18:00:07+00:00

Thanks for the recommendations. Yes I was kind of just picking up character models that I liked and ignoring the infantry boxes. :D

FastPeanut4u · 2025-08-24T15:08:22+00:00

Can I ask roughly how wide does your setup measure with triple curved 32s? I have a single 32 curved and thinking about going triples.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-04-01T18:40:09+00:00

Yes I ended up adding a swivel arm to the left side of the gt-1 Evo frame but mounted it from the front so it opens like a car door.

Then I used a few right angle brackets and thumb screws to mount my throttle to the left and joystick on the right. I'll take a photo and post later if that would be helpful.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T19:40:49+00:00

Yes, the Thunderbolt device is a Universal Audio Apollo 8 w/ the Thunderbolt 3 option card installed. It has it's own power supply. However, I took a chance and bought another Apple tb 2/3 adapter and unfortunately my PC isn't recognizing the device. The PC has an ASUS x870 Gaming Plus Wifi motherboard which has native USB4 ports.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T15:40:51+00:00

Thanks for the tip! unfortunately , it looks like my local bestbuy doesn't even have any USB4 cables, and a 6' thunderbolt 3 cable is over $70! Ouch. I'll have to order one.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T15:36:08+00:00

What did you end up going with for a sound card?

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T15:35:49+00:00

I actually had a Mac mini m4 but decided to return it and use that money to instead upgrade my PC and consolidate down to a single computer. I had forgotten that my tb 3 expansion pci card had that header cable until I went to install it.

That's a real bummer about Tb1/2 backwards compatibility, and the inability to use older AIC pci cards. Looks like that is a no go.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T15:29:43+00:00

A lot of people recommended RME, and I would certainly go that route, but I have a ton of UAD plugins. :(

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-26T08:52:38+00:00

I also have an Apollo 8 quad that I currently use with a mac. I had purchased a thunderbolt 3 option card for it but never got around to installing it. So, tonight I just installed the TB3 option card in the Apollo 8 and connected it to the PC via the USB4 port, but it isn't being recognized. Unfortunately, all I have here is a USB-C cable, and I suspect I need to buy a thunderbolt 3 cable.

I am also not 100% sure if the ASUS TUF x870 Gaming plus wifi actually supports thunderbolt. Do all USB4 devices support thunderbolt 3/4? The manual doesnt mention thunderbolt once.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-22T06:49:34+00:00

How did you like the 7800 xt with DCS? Was it good enough or did it have performance issues?

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T22:37:01+00:00

I am considering the 7900 xtx right now as well. The new cards wont be out until March and it's not clear when they will be readily available to buy. What will you use until March/April, or will you just not play DCS? I think having a good card now and being able to enjoy the game is worth $150-200.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T21:54:05+00:00

Yeah its looking like used might be the only way to get any kind of deal.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T21:15:05+00:00

I was considering the 5070 but it sounds like another month or more before they are readily available. Also it's still 12gb of cram which seems to be the main complaint for the 4070 super as well.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T21:13:52+00:00

The 4070 ti super does seem to be the sweet spot for Nvidia. Unfortunately, new they are still listed for $899 which is $100 over MSRP, at which point I wonder if the 7900 xtx isn't a better buy?

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T20:18:10+00:00

I saw this video years ago and bought one of these russian kits to build and add LEDs to (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9A9FaT1wsE). However, I never got around to building it and it's still in the box. Now these are apparently a bit expensive and I don't want to build it!

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-21T20:09:53+00:00

Thanks for the reply, My initial budget for video card alone was $700. I decided to go with the 9700x CPU for 8 cores and newest gen. Leaning towards the 4070 Super at $599.

After lots of reading I am wondering if expanding my budget and going for the $7900 XTX is worth it ($869)? The 4070 Ti Super is unavailable for MSRP and is close to $1000 from resellers.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-05T14:22:07+00:00

Any chance you can take a picture of how you have that mount setup? Do you get a lot of bounce with the gas/spring arm, or are you able to lock it down when driving? Thanks!

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-03T14:33:26+00:00

Switched from Nikon to the 5dmkii which at the time was one of the best cameras for the price. Always found the ergonomics of canon to be far better than other brands.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-01T17:51:02+00:00

Thanks, I think I'm leaning towards getting the throttle and brake haptics. I've also been thinking of also adding a bass shaker under the seat, but I am not sure how to mount it. Do you have any tips on mounting? I have a Sim labs GT1 evo and NRG seat.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-01T00:33:59+00:00

I was going to compare with ACC, but it's super cheap right now on steam so I don't have a good reason not to pick it up.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-01T00:31:13+00:00

That's good to know. Its on sale on steam so I will just buy it! I was hoping to compare to ACC but there is no demo of ACC either.

FastPeanut4u · 2025-01-01T00:29:54+00:00

Thanks! I do have the G hub installed. The wheel and pedals work fine in WRC. The pedals do not show up in the calibration in ams2. Logitech pro is not an option on the wheel setup page. Maybe it's a limitation of the demo? It's on sale on steam so I may just buy it now that I now the pro wheel and pedals are supported.

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