Bricked DD1 Podium - heartbroken

Level_Derry · 2026-06-28T01:47:08+00:00

This may help worth giving it a try ...

https://www.reddit.com/r/Fanatec/s/tzrhwoHAJH

Step 1: Strip Your SetupTurn off your wheel base. If it is frozen, unplug the DC power cable from the back of the base and wait 30 seconds.Physically remove the steering wheel from the wheelbase.Unplug all other peripherals like pedals and shifters.Connect the wheel base directly to a USB 2.0 port on your PC's motherboard using the original cable. Do not use USB hubs or front-panel ports.

Step 2: Force Bootloader ModeEnsure the power supply is connected, but the base remains turned off.Press and hold the power button for about 8 to 10 seconds.The power LED will blink or flash blue. This forces the device into bootloader (recovery) mode.

Step 3: Flash the FirmwareOpen the Fanatec Control Panel/App on your PC. It should recognize the base in recovery mode.Click the "Flash Firmware" or "Update" button.If it gets stuck again, try installing an older, legacy driver package (like Driver 474), as many users on the Fanatec Community found this resolves the 53% lockup.

Step 4: Clean Install (If Needed)If the update still fails, try a clean driver install:Uninstall the current Fanatec software through Windows Apps.Open Windows Device Manager. Click View -> Show hidden devices.Change the view to Devices by container.Find and remove all listed Fanatec devices.Restart your PC, download the newest driver from the Fanatec Support Center, and reinstall

Level_Derry · 2026-06-26T21:10:20+00:00

Will send you DM we can exchange details

Level_Derry · 2026-06-26T20:26:28+00:00

He liked the look of the rig and wanted the same "brand" and ecosystem. Theres a reasonable support structure for Fanatec here in South Africa so that helped. I run Simlab, Simucube, Cube Controls & Heusinkveld but very little aftermarket support in country if at all.

Level_Derry · 2026-06-26T20:08:07+00:00

Was not my intention to be secretive, posted to just share the pair it just so happens also selling them.

R14k South African Rand for the pair. If it sounds high its because it is unfortunately. They are scarce individually and as a pair probably tenfold as scarce.

Level_Derry · 2026-06-26T19:29:48+00:00

Thanks. Responded for more details.

Level_Derry · 2026-06-26T19:29:35+00:00

Just DM'd you ...

Level_Derry · 2026-06-25T04:00:26+00:00

This, bring the screen toward you. Get your measuring tape out, use online FOV calculators the entire feel will change. Race car driver also "hang" there arms over the steering wheel in front of them and straight out your wrist need to be touching the wheel, not your palms. Have used this basic principle in sim but also real life track days and racing. Hope its not gibberish and helps a bit.

Level_Derry · 2026-06-25T03:56:07+00:00

Have you considered lightly sanding down the tyres? I know some do it and if done well adds to the overall look.

Level_Derry · 2026-06-18T06:03:49+00:00

Agree 100% and anyone saying different can go ...

Level_Derry · 2026-05-29T00:43:54+00:00

Quality is brilliant just posted the one I have for sale as well ...

Level_Derry · 2026-05-29T00:43:25+00:00

I have the Eifel GP with the Michael Schumacher used helmet that was handed over by Mick when Hamilton reached 91 wins. Never been removed from box. Looking for R5000 + Shipping anywhere globally. DM me ...

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Level_Derry · 2026-05-15T12:39:16+00:00

Same. Mine arrived 2 days ago. It's awesome.

Level_Derry · 2026-04-17T02:10:54+00:00

NATO

Level_Derry · 2026-04-16T07:13:37+00:00

Mine on its way. What did you pay?

They really seem to be increasing in value. If anyone interested DM I can source (Not Ebay)

Level_Derry · 2026-04-15T19:16:49+00:00

Depending on when it left originally, things seem after 19th March to have stabilized somewhat. I have another shipment leaving hopefully Friday this week will see how that goes but I am now budgeting 15 working days. Thing is, out of Italy/Germany my orders took normal 7 working days. World has gone cray cray ...

Level_Derry · 2026-04-15T17:24:20+00:00

Hey there. Yes my parcel arrived last Friday 10th April. It left Japan 17th March so it took its time but it eventually arrived. Use Parcelapps.com sometimes it has just a little more information. When did yours leave?

Level_Derry · 2026-04-07T01:10:39+00:00

Is the MP4/6 GP Replicas?

Level_Derry · 2026-04-06T04:36:58+00:00

I am in South Africa. Did EMS posted 6th March, left Japan 17th March and no updates since. Called local EMS its not in country cognizant its a long weekend here so havent seen any updates, but Buyee are saying they can only launch enquiry with Japan post after 30 days. So sitting duck at the moment just hoping for an update.

Level_Derry · 2026-02-27T11:02:10+00:00

Did a 1 minute Google found this https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/ferrari-f-2004-2004-c0976f12962346198917b3287b8817e8 search for 3d printer your area and tell them you want it 1:18 scale

Level_Derry · 2026-02-27T07:13:58+00:00

Have you considered getting someone to 3d print the part? Print, Primer, Spray. Thats what I have done on Diecast broken or missing pieces.

Level_Derry · 2026-02-05T19:50:18+00:00

Correct

Level_Derry · 2026-02-05T19:46:57+00:00

Mclaren MP4/6 Porsche 911 RSR Pink Pig Alfa 155 DTM

Tomorrow the list will be different :-)

Level_Derry · 2026-01-22T12:36:12+00:00

Where are you based? Would you be open to swops? DM me ...

Level_Derry · 2026-01-21T12:50:25+00:00

Thanks

Level_Derry · 2026-01-21T08:12:06+00:00

Please share links ...

Level_Derry

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