Fanatec Club Sport Pedals V3 Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ส.ค. 2024
- Fanatec's top of the line pedal set. All metal construction lends itself to rigid feeling pedal set.
Intro: 0:00
Closer look: 0:47
Look Inside: 8:18
Changing Springs: 21:27
Changing Pedal Faces: 29:52
Adjusting Throttle Throw: 43:26
Mounting Pedals: 44:15
Calibrating Pedals: 44:52
Driving: 47:37
Final Thoughts: 50:47
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Thanks Barry, you're service to the community is second to none
Thanks for taking the time to watch.
Agreed!
I know this video is old but I am still pretty new to the sim racing hobby but watching this video review helped me make the decision that these pedals are perfect for me. Got the v3 pedals and a DD1 setup. There are a lot of reviewers for these products but none as intuitive as yours. Thank you SRG!
How'd it work out? I'm in a similar position.
Give us an update please
As I was watching this I looked down at my Logitech G29 pedals in disappointment
LMAO!!! i feel like throwing mine away after seeing this video
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Same here. I only play NASCAR Heat 4 - and the game is only compatible with Logitech and Thrustmaster wheel/pedal sets.
I legitimately feel embarrassed for owning them
I also have G920 pedals, and it’s not the first time I’ve felt insecure about my package
I'm really loving your content. unbiased and really good in depth information on how to configure everything before you get it on your rig. Keep up the amazing work.
Always the best reviews, presented in the most informational and non-BS manner. I always look forward to your reviews even if I'm not in the market for that specific peripheral at the moment. Thank you.
The fact that you put timestamps in this video make this one of the best videos in the world! I wish every guy did this awesome thing to timestamp it. I love you for doing that
Thanks so much for the in depth on this pedal set. I have had this for almost 2 years and have not really been using it to its fullest potential. Watching your video inspired me to take it apart and make some of the same adjustments I added the performance kit and the switches the damper to the throttle changed the angle and rise of the pedals themselves, really excited to get used to the new feel. Awesome video keep this up!!
You really make high quality videos and these are extremely useful. Not only do you review the item in question in a traditional sense (ie. how the pedals work in-game), you also review the technical and mechanical side, give insight onto the mounting and things like that, that really make you wonder before you buy. Because, not everyone has professional grade mechanical engineering skills, let alone the tools for the job. I'd hate to buy something just to find out, that I'll need a hydraulic drill and a milling machine for the thing to mount. Your videos really help in fleshing out getting the thing you bought into actual operation (or in some cases, maybe realizing that this product would not be for me anyway). Thanks for the video, hopefully I'll be getting these pedals for Chrismast.
You do an excellent job with these reviews. Very clear, thorough and you keep them flowing well and interesting.
thank you for this professional review, you are THE reference benchmark for reviews ! You give a clear unbiased opinion on strengths and weaknesses of the product, just what a consumer needs. Please keep it up ! We appreciate your work highly.
I just bought these pedals today along with the brake performance kit. Can't wait until they get here! Thanks for the review Barry!!!
Best Sim Racing Reviews on TH-cam, your channel is the best and one of the main reasons I purchased Fanatec products! Thank you for all of your work Barry! Can't wait for your review on the CSL DD!
Just got my set today. I’m amazed by the look!
For anyone wondering, yes you can swap the Clutch and Brake pedal placement for easier left foot braking. No modding required. You simply need to disassemble it and slide the pedals off and rearrange them. Just make note of the black spacers between the pedals. One is a slightly different length than the others (middle sized spacer) and if you put that one on the wrong rod it will not fit back together correctly. I never use a clutch, I mainly race GT3 in ACC and doing this made my left foot braking so much more comfortable. A lot less strain on the hips and legs.
These are a beautiful pedal set no doubt about it. Thanks for the great review Barry, very well done as usual Sir.
Awesome, this is the pedal review I was waiting for from you Barry :)
Giving a "like" even before I watch the video, and it seems I am not the only one, as of writing this there are 437 likes and 0 zero dislikes - have never seen a youtube video with a ratio of so many likes and zero dislikes! Great work Barry!
Thanks to you Barry, I just picked myself up a set of the V3s plus the performance upgrade kit. Can't wait to get my feet onto it!
Love how you go all the way dismounting/mounting it all. When the rubber gloves came on the pedals went "Oh no you don't, you'd have to buy us a dinner and a movie for that!" =)
Even though i have my V3 pedals for over two years now i still watch your review. Top notch as always.
Will wait for the follow up video for damper and brake performance kit.
No need to wait. Damper Review: th-cam.com/video/nQ-TewprKa0/w-d-xo.html
Brake Performance Kit: th-cam.com/video/CnUb686d2pM/w-d-xo.html
I looked here for this review a few days ago, and was disappointed. I literally just cheered loudly when i saw the notification tonight. Thanks Sim Racing Garage!
20:38 Fanatec : mild cold sweat dries up as Barry is pleased...
Thanks Barry for the video. I was going around in circles with frustration because of the stupid acorn nut. I love your clear, calm explanations. I have just sent you a small donation as thanks. Keep up the good work.
Love the channel Barry, I/we hope to see you gain the subscribers and views you and this channel deserves. KEEP GOING!!!
Really appreciate the work you've done on the channel here Barry. I've been dancing around a sim rig build for over a decade now and am finally in the financial position to take the plunge. Diving through your backlog of wonderfully detailed reviews and breakdowns has made the whole buying process so much easier. Take care and thank you!
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Wonderful walk through, I had some trouble installing this before. Thanks !
Thanks for the video. Exactly what I needed to know. Ordered a set today :)
Incredible detail again. Using this video to change spring and throw.
Once again excellent review. The best reviews in simracing gear, very well explained and ez to understand ,... realy dont get it how u only have 30k subs.... hope u keep pushing great content for us simracers. THANKS!!! :D
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I know these are very much “mid tier” pedals when considering the more expensive alternatives but I hesitantly ordered these last night before bed. I woke up this morning, feeling the weight of regret but after watching your glowing review, I feel a lot better. Hopefully I’ll be seeing these in the mail over the next few weeks. Thanks for your analytic and thorough review. Others feel like they’re just reading spec sheets and buying into the marketing hype. Your reviews tear everything down and give the most objective perspective possible.
Did you receive the pedals OK... how do you like them?
@@Radian1978 They're fantastic and a huge leap above Logitech pedals. People swear by HE pedals but it's hard to imagine that they're *that* much better that the V3s. All that's left now is to match my ability to what these are capable of.
@@Obee270 that’s great to hear, thanks! These are definitely on my wish list.
@@Obee270 Just received mine after owning T3PA-PRO's and g27. The thing is that the V3's have no competitor at it's price point. The V3 in my opinion is a brilliant product and does everything you would expect for a 360 eu pedalset. Just a shame there aren't more 400/500 euro 3 pedal sets out there...
@@oli4004 Totally agree, I just came here to watch this video again as i'm about to buy these myself. I think for the pricepoint it's an awesome set, and as you point out, they seems be the only one around this pricepoint . Currently using modded G27 pedals and I think this will be a nice upgrade. Those Heusinkveld pedals are cool and all but it's all just a bit too expensive for me.
I'm looking to buy these pedals and was looking for your review, but couldn't find it. Perfect timing! Excellent review as always.
I got these after 7 years of t3pa pro and all i can say is wow ^^ worth every penny
@@sporkeh90 Placed an order for V3's plus BPK, can't wait to try them!
Thanks for your continued reviews, 2nd to none. Your review was the last thing that made me grab a set of these up.
I was going to do csl or these buy since Barry says it's worth the extra money, I will absolutely buy the v3s. Thanks for all you do, Barry!!!
Juhu! Thanks! I always hoped that you review those pedals. My wish came true :-)
Thank you! I chose this product from this review. Looking forward to my first setup from Fanatec!
Great review, thanks for all the detail.
Thanks for the review! I'll add my thoughts on the brake pedal. This was my first load cell pedal set and I was having a hell of a time getting a good feel for the brake. The stock elastomer set up preloads the pedal pretty hard against the mechanical stop, which makes a very unrealistic and troublesome dead zone at the top of the stroke. You must overcome the preload force before the pedal moves and that initial force registers on the load cell in a very non linear way. I replaced one of the original elastomers with an aluminum bushing and trimmed the remaining elastomer by about 5mm and then adjusted the preload so the pedal just barely touched the mechanical stop. Feels and works SO MUCH better now, with a realistic progressive stiffness and nice and linear force response! If you have a lathe or 3d printer, don't waste your money on the brake performance kit! If you're looking at buying this pedal set, plan on doing some DIY mods or paying for the brake performance kit. I'm very impressed by these pedals but the brake is pretty lousy as it comes from the factory IMO.
Great review, best Iv ever seen for these pedals.
I just did the change the curved plates yesterday and found the installation of the motors very tideous, other than that it greatly improves driving feel and i am very happy about it, great review as well ! :)
Very ready for this review!
Absolutely fantastic review, man.
Great thorough reviews! Thank you!
Super detailed video!👍🏾 many times your videos are of equipment way out off my budget, I see now why usually your videos (of what I do have) are the longest 🙌🏾
Superb review Barry. Thanks.
Great and thorough video!
Excellent review , thx Barry
Love your reviews...very thorough...Thank you!
I run these with my g27 until I finally upgrade and these pedals are top notch, great feeling , great reviews Barry !
I’m thinking of doing the same thing with my G920... I wasn’t sure if they would work with a Logitech wheel, but I suppose they act like another USB controller so it works?
best reviews, all information you need about the pedals :-)
Awesome review, Barry.
Very informative and detailed, thanks Barry
Wtf your reviews are so awesome. I think I would watch these even if I wasn’t interested in the product.
Beautiful review Barry. Thanks so much. I just wanted to add, that the ClubSport pedals always had Hall-sensors for clutch and gas pedal, since the first iteration.
Thanks for the clarification.
Thanks for the great review on Fanatec and Thrustmaster products... My son will be very happy with his Christmas present... Based on your reviews... Lord knows I spent a lot of $$$....
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Nice! Cant wait for the DD review too of the new fanatec
I love them so much I have bought 2 sets.
42:41 - Great tip! Saved me time. Thanks
Great review!!
I have these pedals and they are amazing!! Stock..No upgrades out of the box fantastic!
IMO best pedals till you get to the $1000 + kits.
Did you get any of the upgrades and are they worth it ?
A very accurate review Barry. This is my pedal set. They're not perfect by any stretch, but they look nice and they perform well enough at their current price point for my skill level.
Yeah, I really didn't have any issues as far as lap times, using them.
You can use fanaleds to adjust the vibrationmotors :)
thanks for the review Barry
Great review as always mate, I have these pedals and I love them I went with the option cased for the brake and clutch and kept the original pedal face for the gas.
I re[placed my CSL load cell pedals with this set and although Im very happy with them I could have easily stuck with the CSL set they are really good also.
Keep up the good work Barry and thanks from across the pond
Kurvz: I'm considering the purchase of either the CSL-LC or the Clubsport v3. Knowing you what know now about both pedals - which would you advise buying? (Of course the CSL's are less expensive, and I really like the flexibility of moving the pedals closer or farther apart; but the build quality and dampening options of the v3 really appeal to me too.)
@@eduardol.4831 I would say that the V3s are obviously the better set but not by a large margin, if your budget allows then go for the V3s, but the CSL LC kit is awesome for the money withe csl you can move the position of the pedal arms which is awesome which you can not with the V3s you can only move the pedal faces.
I have the damper kit of my brake pedal and I really have adjusted to suit me nicely, the only grips I had with the CSL LC is the loadcel bushing could be a bit stronger as I had one explode on me I am very hard on my pedal mind you, but I contacted Fanatec and they sent me a new one, I have kept the CSL as spares should my V3 need to be serviced or repaired, so in general the change from CSL to V3s was not amazing as the CSLs do the job again if budget allows the V3s IMO but you want be left short with the CSLs.
i wish i had a buddy like this guy
Little tidbit of info for new owners: the three red screws on the footrest *should not be removed*, ever, by Fanatec's own guide.
They are extremely soft, and prone to being ground to powder with very little torque applied.
Should that happen, Fanatec will *not* cover the specific issue under warranty (i.e. the screws stay stuck.).
I don't think that this is quite accurate, I will explain. I have the inverted version and have removed mine for mounting multiple times when servicing and cleaning without an issue.
In the V3 manual it does say that the red screws must not be loosened which are both on the footrest and the side of the unit holding the frame together.
"NOTE: Red screws of the ClubSport Pedals V3 must not be loosened." (pasted from the Fanatec V3 manual)
On the inverted version all of these screws are black so the manual is a bit more specific about which screws not to loosen. The only reference in the inverted manual to screws that should not be removed is to the screws on the either side of the unit that hold the frame together.
"NOTE: Frame fixing screws of the ClubSport Pedals V3i must not be loos-ened." (pasted from the Fanatec V3 inverted manual)
If the footplate was not intended to be removed then I think they would have mentioned this in the newer inverted version of the manual and wouldn't have changed the wording. What are your thoughts on this?
Yeah, no kidding. Learnt the hard way as I tried to remove these red screws. Ended up getting a screw removal kit and had them replaced just so I can bolt it to the alum profile 😪
I had a hell of a time removing one of those screws, it was definitely overtorqued at the factory. Fanatec did send me a replacement screw though, along with a warning to never remove that plate again.
How do you tighten down the front spots to a rig without removing the plate?
I must say, after seeing your video...My wish would be that all sustainable building of electronics (like cellphones, and all that other related stuff) should understand that Fanatec perhaps by accident choose a Godly solution for not throwing away you pedal (like your Iphone or Samsing s10) after 3 years. Great vid. my friend. From a 63 years old "simulator old dady"
Excellent video, thank you!
Thanks for another great review. The v3 pedals are really great and I never regretted getting them. Check out the GPX wheel from Precision Sim Engineering if you get the chance. It's a work of art!
Great review as always Barry, great job, and made even more useful as I’ve just bought this pedal set, and doing the mods and adjustments made simple when working alongside you 😁😎
This guys is the Bob Ross of Sim Racing :D
After several months of configuring the SFX-100 motion simulator,
I finally bought the Fanatec Club Sport Pedal V3.
The review was useful, and I didn't need to replace the spring because
I want to drive comfortably. Load cell brakes seem to need adjustment
and adaptation. Thanks!!
Next up, waiting for the CSL DD wheelbase and wheel rims,
I guess I'll have to tease the Logitech MOMO racing wheels a bit more. LOL
I'm watching this while I wait for them to be back in stock again (June 30). Have been saving all my unspent beer money during COVID-19 lockdown. Can't wait to get them and replace my G920 pedals!
I just got my pedals last week. Are you using a sim rig with hard mounting options? If not be prepared for some frustration. The pedals aren't ideal for just plopping down on the floor and using like many do with the Logitech pedals (as I did.)
@@shodancat1000 no i'll be still at my computer desk. However I plan to build a heavy platform to bolt them to and give it a better angle. That will be resting against the wall, so shouldn't have any issues with it sliding.
I bought the V3's when they first came out and they were DOA, load cell and accelerator were duff. I have no doubt they are excellent pedals still, but I ended up building my own after that.
Just installed my V3 pedals, love them.
Bpk or have you left it standard
@@trevz1048 i have the kit, but have not used it, the brakes feel fine in my stocking feet.
Great video. Just got my V3's yesterday. The throttle throw adjustment is big for me. Going from thrustmaster to v3's is different.
Thanks again for the excellent review and demonstration. You are 2 for 2 ... Subbed :)
Great review
The brake performance kit adds a huge amount of stiffness and feel, I look forward to you trying it
I'm looking forward to an update with this installed as well.
Same here! And whether the damper is worth it with the brake performance kit installed
Honestly, for the price, I feel it should have been included in the kit. After shipping and tax it was something like 50 bucks for a few pieces of elastomer. I don't feel it added $50 worth of performance to the pedals.
If Barry wasn't doing this, he could easily make a living helping kids get to sleep by reading bedtime stories.
As we say round my way... What a lovely bloke.
These videos both the reason for my insomnia, and a cure for it.
Its currently 3:17am and I threw him on to fall asleep, yet feed my love for sim racing.
Nice review I have this set and just a word of caution those pretty red screws are very soft and extremely easy to destroy when you screw them in and out so use caution and be gentle with them. Fanatec should provide extras of these imo
Your heal toe is on point bro!! Haha perfect
Bro your heel and toe is gnarly. That shits almost dope to watch lol
Brake pedal stiffness is all subjective. On all the F1 teams the mechanics can easily adjust the stiffness and how much travel the driver wants on his brake pedal. I like medium stiffness and about medium to long travel. Some drivers like little to no travel, some like a lot. And other racing series where the teams buy the cars the brake pedal travels more than how you have it. So to be honest I’d have no issue with setting these up to how I like it. Thanks for the detailed review. Number 1 sim racing reviewer out there
I got them as well and if you use the racing shoes and turn it up to 5 then it's really like in the real race car! 🤩👍🔥
Having started sim racing less than a month ago, I have learned so much from you. I love these pedals. I like watching even if it’s something I know I will never be able to afford. Thanks Barry!
Great review as usual. I would love to see a review of the new heusinkveld sprint pedals.
If those ever become available again...
As always a good review:-) I also have the pedals, I thought they looked cool with black pedal plates, so i thought why do i have the chrome ones and not the black ones, until i looked under the table and discovered mine was black to. Hahahaha
Great review. I'm in the market to upgrade. And after this review, this pedal set is definitely in the running.
The one thing that I didn't hear you talk about was how was the vibration feedback in use? They're supposed to help with the feel of tires braking traction (both accelerating and braking). Wondering if they actually help simulate this...
Thanks for the detailed review. I just ordered the V3 pedals and will mount them to a Simlab P1-X. I've heard the red screws on the heel plate are somewhat challenging to remove and was wondering what tool you would recommend to do so?
By far the best reviews of any product anywhere! I just picked these up and tweaking to fit my rig. Does anyone know if adding the blocks back after installing the pedal extensions makes a difference? Trying to understand if they serve a purpose
Thanks man! I just got the CSL Elite V1.1 base and wheel (PC/XBox). Trying to decide what pedals to replace my G920 pedals with (currently having to have my g920 hooked up to run as a hub since the pedals don't have usb). Anyway, I'm trying to decide if I should go with the CSL Elite Pedals or these Clubsport v3 pedals. Watched your review on both and has helped me decide on the Clubsport V3 pedals. Sure, they're more money but I think in the long run I will like them better. Kudos Barry!
Hi Barry, awesome review! just a question, i have a "dead zone" on the throttle 1 can say like 5-10% of the pedal throw, is this a fault on the sensor or a bad adjustment on the throw itself. Regards!
Those look amazing, wish I could justify getting Fanatec kit. I’m a novice sim racer so it’ll be some time until I grow out of the G29.
Brian Prior I definitely will upgrade but not anytime soon as I just recently just got the G29 from a DFGT. I haven’t played a “sim” since GT5 lol (bored of FPS). I’m enjoying GT Sport and just started AC. AC is instant fun. Definitely will be build a PC for better options for racing. It’s pretty crazy how far they’ve gone since GT5. AC feels like I’m driving a real car. GT will always have a soft spot for me though.
I'm a simple man. I see Barry, I see a review and I give a like
Great review! What setup do you have for the wheel and pedals, i mean, the whole frame and cockpit? Thanks!
Hello, sorry for my English, I have a question: Could the throttle and clutch be repositioned to make them inverted? That is, the throttle take them to the left and the clutch to leave it on the right. It would simply be to remove them from the piston and exchange them.
Hi, thanks to your video I realized I'm an idiot and cancelled my order... I ordered a usb adapter and didnt need to bc it came with the handy dandy cable in the box. I just recently switched to PC from console, PC wasn't recognizing my pedal set. Saved myself some money, lol. THANKS!
An alternative method of getting to the brake piston is to just remove the 2, five mm allen bolts on the ends of the crossbar in the bottom that actually holds the pedals.
It'll take the pressure off the pedal and you can quickly remove the piston and change the dampers.
Then put it back in, it lines up easily and then bolt in the bottom pivot tube...
Hi, great video for first. I’m about to order these pedals soon. Only thing what’s worrying me is the mounting option on Playseat Evolution. Does the pedals fit nicely without any extra drilling ? Regards, Tom
I just ordered these pedals cant wait to try them out! Its a shame they don't show the aluminum plates on their promo shots of their website. I thought it they were modding plates.
Hi Barry, are you able to remove the clutch pedal if you don’t use it, are you also able to increase the distance between the gas and brake pedals as you can do on the CSL pedals
New subscriber here. All I can say is WOW Barry! Nevermind the pedals, but your heel-n-toe technique is just phenomenal! Is it too late for a 63 year old “going back to sim racing since the 80’s” to learn this technique?
Never too late to learn. And a lot of fun once mastered.