This Guy FIXED My Biggest Fanatec Wheel Complaint!

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There's no doubt that Fanatec's Formula style wheels are some of the most popular in sim racing, but at 270mm, they're not the most versatile of things, and personally I've always wished they were a bit larger in diameter.

Enter the Pineapple Grips Wider Wheel Mod kit which will increase your wheel to either 290mm or 310mm. This mod doesn't come cleaply though, and there's quite a bit involved in the install, so let's check these mods out together to see if they're suitable for you!

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - Important Information
1:40 - Pricing & Options
8:19 - Build Quality & Ergonomics
16:10 - Installation
27:17 - Driving Experience & Conclusions

#fanatec #mod #simracing

[pineapplegrips]

Hi Will, (video timeline) 14:50 The real leather option is available on the 310mm version (in a round about way). We use Asetek’s grips so it is possible to buy our Asetek grip option in any of the 18 materials we sell which includes NAPA leather). I will look at adding this to the pull down menus so customers can see its possible if the really want to go for non-rubber (caveat is this will take the 310 kit from an in stock item to joining the grip building queue as it involves hand building of the grips of course) Hope this all makes sense, regards Pete

[DrAlanQuan]

Great video! The lighting and photography is really on point, and the transition between the different sizes was really pleasing to watch.

Regarding the grip sizes, I know a lot of people complain that the 270mm grips are too small but with my own grip modification package, a significant number of buyers opt for the 270mm option rather than the larger 280, 290 or 310mm designs which was really surprising to me! There are people who actually prefer the smaller size. I do agree, 290mm is the sweet spot for this rim

Also about your broken grip and the service you received from Peter - I trust that he would look after any customer in the same way. My interactions with Peter have been overwhelmingly positive and I believe he will do what he can to look after his customers.

[jjlee]

Love seeing vids on smaller companies doing stuff to improve gear and add life to all that awesome sim gear out there. We are definitely spoiled with all these constant new sim peripherals, but reviews like this make me slow down a bit and think, "maybe I don't need another wheel. My old ones need love."

[graemacinnis]

These really are stellar. I had relegated my V2 to display only because it was just too uncomfortable to use on a regular basis. I found myself using my McLaren wheel instead. I had originally gone with Peter's best chunky grips, and it was a marked improvement. When the 290 mm kit became available, I jumped on it immediately. Massive transformation. It became my go to wheel. When the 310 became an option, I found the layout exactly what I was looking for. Let me tell you, this turned the V2 into a serious high quality wheel. I use it almost exclusively. The fit and finish from Pineapple Grips is amazing, and Peter does and amazing job with the instructions and any other questions you have. if you're going with the 310, I would make the encoder extensions and extended paddles a must. I'm 6'3" and have huge hands and I still needed them to make it comfortable without switching my hand position. It isn't cheap, but it's on factory level quality. I couldn't say buying the wheel to add the upgrade is very practical on a cost basis, but if you already have one and are looking to elevate it's comfort and performance, this is a no brainer. Glad to see a high profile channel do a comprehensive review to spread the word.

[MrDaviddannunzio]

Just installed my 290 with leather grips and wow! This has taken the Formula V2 from my least used to my most used wheel. Great upgrade- love it!!🎉

[John-fydw]

I just got the 290 kit with the chunky grips in the leather absolutely wonderful. Glad that I got it before this video came out and pushed the wait queue to probably twice as long.

very nice to see Will confirming my suspicions about the 310 being just that little bit too big to access the buttons easily without breaking your grip. Also wanted to know that this came with repair post to fix the little bottom panel on the back.

[BenjaminBauckham]

In regards to support from Peter, he was excellent, we had a bit of a shipping mishap where my order got mixed up with another and Peter was super quick to get onto it and get things sorted so nothing but praise from me there!

I ordered the 290mm with chunky grips and I cannot express how much of a gamechanger they've been for me, before I could barely drive for an hour without getting strain particularly in my left hand as well as blisters that would form below my ring and pinkie finger (which seem semi-permanent at the moment) Now I could drive indefinitely with no aches and pains which is absolutely huge from me.

Couldn't recommend enough if someone has similar experiences with the factory size 😁

[Frank_Steven_Groen]

The 270mm steering wheel is perfect for an 8Nm wheel base for which it was designed. But also a lot of +7k iRacing drivers still use it on Fanatec’s stronger wheel bases. I still have it on my 8 Nm wheel base, the only issue for me was that the grips aren’t thick enough, but the chunky grips from pineapplegrips solved that issue. I might get the kit for the 290mm wheel when I get a stronger wheel base. I race in VR solely so having all buttons on almost exact the same position is a plus, and I don’t need RGB back light on a wheel that I don’t see, in VR the steering wheel always matches with the car 😊

[renef]

Thanks for your amazing honesty and accurate reviews.
Great job.!!!

[redonsundays]

i have no idea why Fanatec doesn't have a 'mid-tier' GT wheel. its seems to be the most popular wheel type and yet I see little to no discourse about the glaring hole in their lineup. it honestly drove me away from Fanatec in favor of Simagic, when I almost certainly would have gone to them otherwise.

[robertcarr]

Can we talk about those rim transitions? holy hell.... But also please know that it was absolutely unnecessary

[Gizfreek]

Good improvement, in the meantime Fanatec announced and kinda released a new rim for their Podium Hub and Endurance Button Module with 318mm diameter.

[Wyd]

I love these mods, but being in Australia, between the mod cost and the shipping and the price of the GT Neo wheel, I couldn't justify the cost.
Now I have an F1 wheel and a GT wheel.

That being said, these mods look fantastic and I am glad someone is offering it

[herlegz]

Got all the formula wheels, McLaren, BMW, v2.5x and 3D printed Dr Quans wheel mod grips for 2.5x and this is the way. Personalized custom size. Just need retrofit LED RGB button upgrades/mod from fanatec ASAP!

[markcollacott]

I am very tempted. I get on with my V2, but always wanted it to be a little wider. I think 290mm would be perfect but £130 is too steep for me. Plus I don't think I could order it without the decent 3D printed handles. Those stock ones have an awful finish to them. Definitely not paying £60 extra for a couple pieces of plastic. Nice idea though.

Impressive video again Will. Love the transitions between the wheel sizes. Really illustrates the difference in hand positions well...

[h.k.]

The price of the steering wheel is already too high compared to Moza KS or Simagic GT Neo.

[regibson]

It's insane that Fanatec hasn't just done this themselves.

[fastforward]

I really wonder what’s so hard for Fanatec coming out with an improved McLaren GT3 wheel on Clubsport-level. Customers have been asking this for years.

[eazyasyoulike]

I bought a Leoxz XGT wheel with their QR2- 295mm diameter, costs more than the Fanatec Formula wheels, but is quality.

[Lenduya]

Can't wait for the SimMagic HPR's. Especially their iRacing setup, which is finnicky last time I checked.