CSW Clubsport Wheel by Fanatec Review on Inside Sim Racing

[FluidViscosity]

I have owned most wheels on the market, g25, g27, Fanatec Porsche wheel. I just received my clubsport and I have to say the realism is beyond believable and the build quality is amazing.

[dowroa]

I have been using this setup for over or close to a year now. The biggest thing for me was the quick release, because I am using an Obutto setup as a desk and a cockpit. Being able to remove the wheel so I can see the single TV I am using has been huge.

Thanks for the review.

[ModelGarage]

Wow, I get mentioned. I am the guy who received the DOA wheel. After many emails, 2 RMA's my now new base seems fine. I love the base and the feel. Fanatecs tech man in the USA is an awesome guy and is a credit to FANATEC and easily contacted on the forum at iracing. Great review to simracing tv. I will add. follow the fanatec support on rma and tech support. The video which I still feel is a bogus deal is absolutely needed to help smooth out the rma process. The second RMA went smoother.

[Racer]

Its really hard to wait for a review like this, but it was the best review that you have ever done. Well worth the wait.

[KillrbAg]

Gald to see things somewhat settled.
Endorsed and VERY Glad to see you guys again with a wider pallate of products.

[dhparadox]

Enjoyed this guys. Thanks for doing this review. You said you would come back to the set pin on the quick release, but never did. You also did not score the base or the rims. I'm glad you like the CSW. I still have my 3 year old 911 Turbo S and CSP V1, never had a real issue with them. I hope to upgrade to a CSW on my obutto ozone soon. Keep up the hard work guys!

[SuperMMCK]

I tilted the peddles on the BMW Rim and they are much easier to reach than. The packaging and bags are a nice feature IMO, showing the care and attention to detail these Germaneering dudes have.
Try to do Grid2 with it. One of the best FFB in a game IMO and with FFB on 100 you will get a free workout at the same time ;). I turned down FOR to 080 for the longer stints. In game at default.
Thanks for this review.

[JonasRosenven]

That is pretty ironic :) My speeder sensor actually malfunctioned three days ago. Probably due to the same problem you described. The wire going into the sensor wriggles around when the pedal is pressed causing metal fatigue (I suspect) in the joint between the wire and the white plastic thing that is inserted into the sensor. I'll have to strip the wire to the pedal to prevent it in the future. I did get an answer to my inquiry the day after I wrote support though.

[kylelewis]

I'm currently having overheating problems with my CSR but Fanatec were very helpful and quick in responses. As long as the wheel is in warranty, they ship it free of charge :)

[latelounge]

hey guys, just wanted to let you know that you're back reviewing fanatec products. it's nice to see that you're professional enough to make a fair review inspite of your previous quarrels with thomas. :-)

[JonasRosenven]

Hi Shaun and Darin. I'm so glad to see another review from your channel. Your channel is, for me, the "go to" channel because you always make an effort to try products for an extended period of time before giving your opinion. The value of any good review stands and falls with the stated argument of WHY a product is good or bad. Not just that *it is good*. I applaud you guys for doing the job you do so well. The internet is a harsh place and you as we are just human :) keep it up guys!

[BlazingBulletNZ]

Hello Inside Sim Racing. Thank you so much for this review! I have been waiting for your particular opinion for quite a long time. Mainly because they are so in-depth and well thought out. Thanks again!

[TheRoggan]

Good review!

I have a CSR Elite and am extremely satisfied after over 1 year hard sim racing!

[Barnacules]

I would love your opinion the V2 base since it looks like they made a 'TON' of changes.

[Stevex]

I had one for seven years and its a fantastic wheel. I gave it to my brother last june and its still going strong for him.

[izagury]

I had problems with my GT3RS2 and with my Club sport base, but everytime the fanatec support was there for me. EVERY TIME!

[JmanEspresso]

Awesome review guys.

On the FFB front, basically every car/track combo you need a different setting. I personally refused to bother with it for a while, but recently have started using the techniques outlined on the iRacing forums for finding the right FFB setting for each car/track combo, and it has been so much more beneficial. When the FFB setting is set right on the CSW, max fidelity with no clipping, the FFB is just wonderful.

[ILAStickman]

The "Travel Pin" is to secure the wheel's quick release mechanism during shipping. It's not for daily use.

There is a screw which comes with the CSW specifically for the purpose of hard fixing the wheel and the quick release to the base, but it's not necessary at all. I don't use it, I only use the quick release, and I have no issues.

[JonasRosenven]

Hi Stephen - When I 1 year ago decided to buy Fanatec products (csr elite wheel and clubsport v1 pedals), it was based on the reviews of the products they sold. I read many posts about Fanatec before buying. I heard good things about the wheel and pedals but bad things about firmware and customer support. The firmware was a big let down for me for the first few months but I have found the CS support to be awesome. Johannes Kirsch from Fanatec is a superstar.

[diablothend]

Great to finally see your thoughts on the wheel i've been using for 6 months now :) - Regarding Fanatec's customer service, the wheel sensor on mine started to malfunction, emailed Fanatec and they sent a new sensor to me the very same day. 5 mins to open the case, and switch out the sensor... job done :) - i would like to have heard a bit more comparisons to the T500 in the video though like which has higher fidelity FFB, which feels more realistic, and which feels more rugged etc