I Bought A Fanatec QR2 From AliExpress

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[randomcallsign]

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[brentonedwards]

To be fair, Fanate'cs QR is also Chinese.

[rich]

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. I just upgraded to the qr2 and since Fanatec is out of stock of their qr2, I purchased this one as well. It’s cheaper than the normal qr2 and free shipping to the US. Still baffles me how Fanatec doesn’t offer free shipping in 2024 especially with the price you’re forking over for their products.

[loophole]

In the US this is available on Amazon under prime so no issues with return if you don’t like it.

[penguinfury]

The Fanatec QR2 is a chinese knockoff of the Krontec QR3 in the first place. So it really shouldn't be a surprise that the aliexpress feel and function nearly the same as the actual fanatec ones.

[calansvc]

People always refer to these as "knock-offs", "copies", etc. The fact is, some of them are EXACTLY the same as Fanatec's, but without the "$170 markup because it says 'Fanatec'".

I have several $50 QR2's from Aliexpress, and I can't tell any difference at all in most of them... right down to the labeling and minor details on the box and the tool packet that comes with them. The only difference I've noticed after hours of driving is that my wallet is a lot happier.

Not to mention, most sellers on Aliexpress actualy respond to emails and are HAPPY to fix customer complaints from what I've seen :)

[irlantiisti]

I bought the black one at a discount for $40 with free shipping.. A little more than 7 months ago... It cannot be broken, I tell you that right away.. It can withstand 32nm with easeThe main thing is not to forget to install the round plastic that comes with the kit, this is very important.!!!! These are Fanatec requirements... And the Chinese took care to add it to the kit... Because if you don’t install it, the steering wheel’s internal part will not be in tight contact with the QR2 that is installed in the base.. When you install the plastic ring.... Please note that the head of the bolt should not be higher than the plastic.... Use the bolts that come with the qr2.

[Marcyo]

Just wanted to say thank you to all the comments in this video and @randomcallsign for making this video. Ended up buying this exact one for my CSL DD and I couldn't be happier with the initial purchase! Now to put it through its paces and see the long term durability. The package and all the parts look almost identical to the fanatec offical QR2. It feels like they are getting the parts from the same manufacturer and just changing up the release shape.

[cmorin]

So if you’re getting a metal one for 50 bucks, that’s a hell of a lot cheaper than Fanatec. They charge 50 for the plastic one don’t they?

[playalife]

I also got one for 42€ AliExpress. It is the same as the original. Only it was delivered faster than from Fanatec. And I'm from Germany. How is that possible !? 😂

[theheaddon]

I purchased 2 of these. Couldn’t get either to work with my Esports Formula 1 v2. Both worked perfectly with my Clubsport Formula 1 V 2.0 and my podium hub.

[thumpr]

I got 2 at a time. They both are perfect. Only the early batches had a issue and they will replace it very quickly for you. Just get it.

[productproducer]

i am currently using one from aliexpress and it works better than the actual fanatec one for half the price

[herlegz]

QR2 is absolutely the best, the slop in others and slow swap is easily worth the extra for the great engineering and quality. The AliExpress ones are just as good, I have about 4 of each.

[densiltobas]

From what I understand, some of these qr2's are legit because they come from the same factories that fanatec get theirs from. Some factories come online after hours to make them and sell them at a cheaper price to make a quick personal buck

[bertram-raven]

The Chinese version is based on the Fanatec QR2, but the Fanatec QR2 is a copy of Krontec. So turnabout is fair play.
You can fix the "stickiness" on the wheelbase side by using teflon (PTFE) spray. Spray onto a cloth and then wipe it over the OUTSIDE of the wheelbase side stem and the vertical bars of the wheelside release. This is exactly what Fanatec do with the pro system. You will need to apply the teflon spray at least once a year to both the Fanatec and OEM releases.

[sdad]

I bought the same QR2 and I think the built and quality is better than the Fanatec. I’ve had it for a year and no issues whatsoever. I have the one that overrides the torque so I could use any wheel, did not need a hub and saved me money.

[Sponge]

I think it would probably make sense to go look for third party / aftermarket parts, because with the situation Fanatec is in, they might not be around in the future, plus their customer service / support is terrible at best…

[alchemistkj]

Really looking forward to that building out a fanatec system video.
Because i have QR1 and a couple wheels i am in limbo... if i buy anything new i have to buy wheelside QR2 and QR2 pro for my older wheels also

[paulsdotman]

If you buy the base side and 2 of these knock offs as opposed to the qr2 bundle from fanatec its about a £40 saving inc postage. I think i would stick to fanatec if putting on a fanatec wheel.