Things To Know Before Ordering An 8020 Sim Racing Rig - Featuring Trak Racer TR80 Cockpit
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ก.พ. 2021
- I built a Trak Racer TR80 and it nearly killed me. I have now (8 months later) moved onto a GT Omega Prime, link to that at the end screen. As for the Trak Racer TR80, here's what I think everyone should be aware of before buying so that it's a much more enjoyable build experience.
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Wheelbase: Fanatec CSL Elite v1.1
Steering Wheel: Fanatec Mclaren GT3 V2
Pedals: Fanatec Clubsport V3
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This one of the best reviews on the TR80 I have seen. Thanks!
Fair winds and following seas to all.
I built the exact same rig two weekends ago. Definitely took me longer than I expected, but I too had to undo and redo some stuff. And then when it was all together, it took me another couple of hours to dial it in just right for me.
But now that's done, and it's amazing.
A real journey is it not? Makes you appreciate the humble roadie with all their stage building and that.
We have actually just uploaded the new manual. I am sorry you had to struggle through the old one. Please reach out if we can assist with anything else
new manual - tinyurl.com/myv2mhwb
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@@dannyleeracing could I ask if you know the length of the 24inch triple monitor is? I have a very very tight space but if not thanks for the review best one on TH-cam by far
You gave the best advice I have ever heard about the time and knowing if you can build a 80/20 rig! Thanks I just got this rig!
The main reason I went with a proper sim rig is because of upgrade options and how easy it makes it due to universal 8020 mods, future upgrades are much easier to plan and execute with a solid foundation, consistency in terms of everything being in the same alignment from cockpit to monitor spacing etc and lastly moving from a play seat having actual leg room without a post obstructing the centre section making heel and toe a pain in the ass without having a super odd seating and leg position hindering lap times straight from the get go
Been on the fence about this one for a bit, this video sold me on it
This is great - excellent advice and content.
Alright mate, hope your stuff's going good. All I can say about this is that if Jan 2020 me saw Jan 2021 me, I would not believe it. Such a slippery slope.
Am looking at one of these but most 8nternet content is for the TR160. Thanks for the video, realky informative and pragmatic overview
we will work on increasing this with our customers. there are over 5000 TR80 customers out there so the number of reviews is disappointing.
I ordered mine yesterday. Can't wait!
Great looking rig Danny!
Very, very nice and clear review, good job man, and i hope you'll have fun on this
Wish you joy of your new rig ! :) I am not at your level but I was thinking of doing a semi step on a smaller cockpit. Thanks for the video as always.
Cheers mate - stick around for the next one because I'm actually back on my GT Omega ART cockpit because reasons. I've got a lot of praise for the ART, though, I think it's a belter for the cost but again there's things worth knowing!
This is a great video for anyone who is seriously interested in getting into an 8020 rig but one thing that I would like to add is that yes it may take you 4-10 hours to build yours I found that even after having my rig for 2 months I was still constantly adjusting it to make sure it fit me 100% perfectly and now I'm more comfortable than ever. They can be very fiddly but I would argue that people who love sim racing don't mind fiddling with something to get it perfect to them :)
Sounds like my relationship with my mountain bike, always a mm here or there to be tweaked till I get it just right.
I would say I love fiddling with things and changing them around more than the racing sometimes
Great video Dan!
Cheers James Salt
Great vid, awesome review. Got exactly what I came for
Hi Danny. I'm on the same journey. For years I've a desk/wheel stand sim racer and now feel I'm ready to take that next step. By the second half of this year I should have enough saved up to purchase an 8020 rig like yours.
Did u End up getting it bro
@@arlapex5587 yes, but I opted for an OMP seat instead of the Trakracer one as it was £100 cheaper .
Thanks for sharing! Would you be able to create a video discussing the chosen posture while using your 8020 rig?
Well now, that's a very reasonable price range considering what you get. Nice one, wasn't aware this was out there.
cool video, I always check your channel before buying so new equipment!
Cheers man, I appreciate the comment. I'll never say something is good if it isn't, and if I don't know from first-hand experience how something is, I'll always say so.
I built one and had swarf and dried cutting fluid on some of the rails, open outside! , rails cut when wrapped, ditched the too short screws for new bolts from tool station, the advice in the video is spot on, take your time.
I am sorry you experienced this. In the past 12 months our rigs have improved a lot and this is no longer an issue.
@@TrakracerAu glad to hear the production issues are better I am otherwise happy with my rig
Fantastic video. Really useful food for thought. I'm currently weighing up the TR8 v TR8020 right now. Tough decision!
how did you decide and are you happy?
Brilliant video and explanation. I absolutely want one of these but just as you refer to, the TR8 is probably more likely due to my impatience and lack of experience with assembling things.
Curious to know though, what are the measurements of your exact rig with monitor stand? Just want to see if it would fit in my games room
Looks great Danny - my TR160 rig was the same - a lot of bits and quite daunting to begin with! But slowly it comes together (much to the chagrin of the wife!). Good luck breaking it in - like any setup there will be quite a few adjustments to make once you get the seat settled in and get your driving position just right. Would love to see some video on your button boxes and other peripherals setups. Good luck on the track in your new rig!
Same rig here, are you using the seat sliders? Any squeaking?
@@roartex4249 No squeaking from my seat rails - perhaps loosen your rail bolts just a little, run the seat back and forward and re-tighten?
thank you for your support and let us know if we can help with anything else.
I have the exact same rig and it took me a whole weekend to build 1 month ago.
I'm still tinkering with it to find the best driving position.
One good thing from your video, I discovered I had the seat rack reversed that's why my seat was so upright.
Feels a lot better now.
Y'know, I made the same mistake, the brackets look like they should go one way but they definitely don't! Otherwise you end up like you've said, really really upright. Glad you got something of value out of this
@@dannyleeracing great video, keep up, I've subscribed
I got myself a GT1 evo about 3 months ago, haven’t looked back since, adds an extra layer of immersion to my racing not worrying about my wheel or pedals moving in the heat of battle, the mounting flexibility is another fantastic reason for going profile, great content once again, keep up the great work,
it's also a great rig. Happy racing
@@TrakracerAu hello, I’m currently in the market for a 8020 rig, what seats are compatible with this tr80 if I choose to not go with a track racer seat? Also if you don’t get a seat does the seat slider and all that other seat related stuff still come with the tr80?
@@andresbarboza594 we have two different seat brackets. one for bucket seats and another for car/office/recline seats. In short, any seat can be installed to our frame but you'll just need to select the right brackets
Great honest in depth video. Wanted to know is the the tr80 lite?
Completely agree about the instructions. I spent maybe 2 hours on the sliders alone. My downfall was watching a video where he installed them wrong! Which made me question everything!
The instructions are simultaneously high quality (with high res CAD renders used) yet not as clear as they could be and things weren't labelled quite as well as they could be. I survived but at times I wondered if I'd misused bolts and nuts but luckily they give you a massive amount of excess and surplus.
We have actually just uploaded the new manual. I am sorry you had to struggle through the old one. Please reach out if we can assist with anything else
new manual - tinyurl.com/myv2mhwb
Good video!
Hey man. Enjoying your channel. I've been looking into these rigs as well. Just out of curiosity what made you choose this one over the TR160? How do you find the pedal tray for adjustability and rigidity?
Cheers man, thanks for dropping in. The pedal tray is rock solid and could probably stop a bullet, absolutely no complaints from me, it's rock solid and doesn't budge at all. Adjustability is like the rest of the rig, in theory you could have the pedal plate in any position you could possibly want, but it's not a 2-minute job so you wouldn't do it on the regular. The choice of the TR80 over the TR160 was the cost as there's about £300 difference between the two, I guess the TR160 might have even more rigidity and more capacity to mount added extras but I can't imagine it has an edge by much.
Gorgeous and solid! I am questioning my choice on the DOF-Reality set up. Unlike this TR, the DOF cockpit is very flimsy, even with the option of an extra brace. And worse yet, the DOF cockpit requires modifications to mount the Fanatec direct drive at a driveable angle and a comfortable distance from the seat. The DOF is really set up for one driver; it requires intensive time and complications to readjust it for another driver. And it's $3200 USD. The big upside of the DOF, however, is that it's a motion rig with 3-degree of freedom.
Excellent video on this model - and letting folks know it’s a big boy erector set and not going to get set up in 30 minutes.
As you said, some folk’s expectations are it looks easy to build, when they can’t build an Ikea (fill in the blank) - clever analogy.
All you need now is haptic feedback like a Buttkicker or even HF8 gaming pad, or any other brand/device to add another layer of immersion.
I’m in the planning stage right now and wanting to build my own rig, garning ideas from a few makers.
Keep up the great content!
Thanks man - since this video, I've assembled a few rigs of this nature from other manufacturers. Whilst experience factors in, it's also true that the particular rig in this video was absolutely on the trickier side
Thanks Dan... I have yet to build!
Hi Danny, enjoy your new rig, it looks great. Quick question: are you still using the same seat angle that is in the video? It looks too steep. I just cannot find the right balance for me so wanted to check in...
The seat brackets seem to be opposite. The wider range should be in the rear for extreme "Formula" like driving recline angle...
Just got my TR 80 it was an absolute pain to build but great and v adjustable when done
We have actually just uploaded the new manual. I am sorry you had to struggle through the old one. Please reach out if we can assist with anything else
new manual - tinyurl.com/myv2mhwb
Do you mind telling me the widest and longest measurments of this complete set up. With and without the triple monitor setup please. Thank you
Have you had any problems with the strength of the wheel base holder and does it flex at all?
Hiya Dan How stiff is that Trak racer seat.does it flex under heavy braking etc.
Built my TR8 last week and can second the comments on fast delivery; ordered it on Sunday night, took delivery of three huuuge boxes at 8:30am on Tuesday. Thank jeebus for Trak Racers UK warehouse, otherwise I’m sure it would be stuck somewhere in Europe with my Fanatec gear courtesy of the clusterfuck that is post brexit customs. Ah well, you live and learn 😂
Anyways, great vid as always, keep on keeping on!
Awesome - how do you find the TR8? Was it fast to assemble and does it feel solid?
@@dannyleeracing From the looks of it assembly was much more straightforward than your 8020. It comes in 3 main pieces, and all screws are already in place so you know exactly what goes where as you build it up, all in all it only took a couple of hours start to finish, is really well designed and intelligently laid out. Regarding feel I would have to echo your mate; is rock solid, all joints mate flawlessly and the 2" tubing does its job well. Granted I'm only running a CSL Elite but the thing doesn't move even when running full FF. Good amount of adjustability too; im 6'3", just shy of 200lbs and can get real comfortable.
I doubt its as solid as your 8020 (that thing looks Robocop industrial strong), but it was my preference looks wise. I'm a shallow, shallow man lol
thank you for your support. Unfortunately the shipping delays we experienced last year are often mentioned, during the height of the pandemic. we have our stuff sorted these days.
Nice video ! Do you know if v3 motion platform is compatible with TR80?
Very nice setup, in the process of building my GT1 Evo, different world. What screen size/res have you got there?
They're 1080p 24" monitors, bog standard Philips workstation monitors that would cost around £80 a piece normally. They're 84hz which I've gotten on fine with so far but are probably next in the firing line.
@@dannyleeracing Thanks for for coming back, currently running similar myself, good to keep you going, trying to decide between 24 144hz and 27 144hz, what do you think you will land up with? Enjoying the content, good to see your journey.
Thanks for sharing. Plan to get a TR80 when we purchase our own home.
Wondering how do you find the comfort of the GT Style seat on long stints?
I'm in two minds about purchasing one of their seats or use a spare race seat I have laying around.
The seat is great, the butt might be a bit firm for very long stints but generally speaking it's really nice to sit in, especially across the shoulders and back. If the seat's too firm you could easily pad it and the cushion is removable entirely.
if you do triples really take your time getting everything spot on. like on the mm. otherwise you will end up taking all the monitors off again and start from scratch.
Is the centre monitor piece 800 or 1200mm. Not sure which one to get. I have a g7 neo 32”
Not if will go triple in the future
hello nice rig!! I just assembled a rig with aluminum profiles and I can't figure out if it's normal to hear little tiks while using it. It is as if the corner seams are loose when in fact they are very tight. Do you also have this problem? Anyone who reads the comments and owns a rig has also encountered this problem?
I built my P1-X two weeks ago. The instructions say "Generally it takes about 3-4 hours to build this cockpit." lol I guess it could be possible if you're very good at building and only have the main rig to build. The accessories make it at least twice as hard, everything looks the same and the instructions are often quite vague. Was fun to build though overall, now I'm waiting for the wheel base...
what did you struggle with? 3-4 hours is already a stretch
simlab also make great cockpits. Happy racing.
What is the difference between the TR8 & TR80. In the specs they both take the same wheel & peddles. But the TR80 seems harder to build. Thank you
I have the money and the will. But not the space goddamnit.
Years pass, and here I am, still with the damn Wheelstand Pro.
I don't just need a cockpit. I need a fucking new house lol.
Hey man great video, been looking at this rig, what made you get the floor mounted monitor stand over the rig mounted thanks?
I like the idea of separating the screens (which should definitely not wobble at all, not even a bit) from the main chassis (which is mounted on foam matting and does wobble as I move and shift in the seat because of that). If I had the rig on a solid floor with no matting then that wouldn't be such a big deal as the frame would be completely static.
A bit late... :) But very important all do I have time before making the purchase 'cause I need to get the money for :) is this the small or the bigger one? (I'm not a tall guy anyway, just asking to know what should I buy) and this is a really good option for the money, I think that I'll go with it when I'll have to buy the cockpit:)
Perfect video.
I noticed your wheel stand isn't reinforced beyond the two double profile 8020 pieces bolted to the bottom of the frame.
Is it unnecessary to reinforce this? My rig has both sides reinforced with 2 double 8020 peices on a single 8020 at the corner. I've seen some with one side reinforced.
I'd much rather use these reinforcing pieces to build a TV stand mounted directly on the rig but worry about losing rigidity.
If you want to mount a TV stand directly onto the upright sections then you will certainly want to reinforce them, if for no other reason than your peace of mind! Add an extra couple sections of 8020 near where the uprights meet the base and you should be OK. Also depends on how brutal your wheel base is - if you're running 15nm+ then you will be better off with a standalone monitor mount that isn't bolted to the frame.
Wait. What? You can put inserts into the profiles? I thought the red lines were painted. Do they sell those seperately?
The image at 2:38 what size are those monitors and what's the overall width in cm from end to end of the monitors?
I just grabbed a TR160 a couple of weeks back. I am using the seat sliders. I saw that in the video you started off using them, but eventually took them off. Can I ask why? Mine are squeaking quite a bit and just wondered if that's why you got rid of them too.
I took the seat sliders off because I thought they were a bit wobbly. Turns out I needed to torque the seat bolts much more than I had been doing but by that point I'd already finished so I just left them out, plus no need to move it back and forward. For squeaking, try applying some silicone or lithium grease like what comes with it as standard, the thick stuff.
I have a silly question, I finally put mine together, what bolts did you use to attach the pedals to the pedal base ? I don't seem to have those with my kit.
you'll need the countersunk 8mm screws for this. please contact us via email if any problems and we will resolve.
I know you are using other equipment now but I have to ask....how did th3 seat hold up, was it comfortable and of good quality. I'm between this and a double the price Sparco Evo and this would be perfect if its comfy.
The seat is good but it's not EXACTLY plush, but neither is the Sparco Evo by the looks of it. Good quality though, nice embroidery on it and the fiberglass shell was as good as you'd hope.
Great set up! Could I ask what the dimensions are from the end of the triple stand to the back of the seat. I don’t have much room to play with
Thanks
I don't have this cockpit anymore unfortunately, but I have a GT Omega PRIME which is about 170cm from the tip of the front edge to the back of the seat. Screen crossbar is about 150cm wide in total. You can see my review of the PRIME here, but since that video I now have the integrated triple monitor mount which is superb: th-cam.com/video/bEl8PG7SWc8/w-d-xo.html
I know i’m 2 years late but can you upgrade to 3 monitors if you get the single
Thanks for review,thinking of purchasing a TR80 kit,quick question,,can the seat rail mounting bar be adjusted left and right ? As I'd be using a real car seat with different rails. Thanks
Thanks man - The seat rails can be situated anywhere along the horizontal width of the chassis, I can't imagine any car seat would be too wide for the chassis, and even if it was you can likely find brackets to make it happen, so I should think you'd be well accommodated. It's only if you were using the accompanied seat slider that you might be somewhat constrained with seat widths but, as I found, you can leave them out. Feel free to ask anything else and be sure to click the correct link for your region in the vid description when you do go to order
thanks for the reply. I received the tr80 today. You were right about the project part. What a pain in the arse of a thing to put together,I’m quite handy with hands on stuff,but it was still such a pain to assemble,mainly due to the extremely unfriendly instruction manual. Shows no clear steps of how it is assembled with their google drive manual,would’ve spent 2 hours just trying to find the right length bolts was the hardest part. Took me all up around 6 hours just to assemble it. The seat rails will work with anything from 420mm maximum width to nearly maybe 10mm width & just about the same with length,it will basically fit anything that will fit a car.
I am actually to buy either your one or your mates pro so just trying to decide which way to swing I’m using series x so unfortunately it will be a 50” for me and not triples but maybe one day build a pc but for now it’s Xbox
Out the 2 I’m leaning towards the mk5 as the gear shifter plate on the pro does have movemt
LOL, the 4 possible reasons for getting an 8020 rig are amazing!
I am tempted to get a 80/20 rig. To replace my wood rig. My truck stopped me from getting one when I had to get rid of it thanks to some engine problems.
If you've got a wood rig that you're happy with then be sure you're buying an 8020 for the right reasons. Those reasons being they look cool as heck and they're extremely adjustable. Otherwise, if your rig is solid as a rock then don't rush! Weird advice, I know...
please do not rush it ive had mine for like 2 and half years and im still adjusting it
Hey mate, with the monitor floor mount is it hard to get to your eye level and can it be changed easily?
It's easy to get it to eye level, you have almost limitless range with an alu-profile monitor stand - all you really need is a spirit level!
is there a rig that u has a keyboard and mouse tray that can swivel to front so u can play other things. essentially making the sim rig dual purpose desk?
Most profile rigs have an optional keyboard and mouse tray accessory that swings in and out just like how you describe, that's usually no problem!
I just got that triple monitor mount but how do I put the monitor on the mount? The triple monitor mount came with 3 plates but It didn’t come with any screws to hold the monitor to the provided plate. Those 8mm hex screws are huge and the screw holes for the monitor aren’t that large
the reason we dont include screws is because every monitor is different. what we supply could be too long and damage your monitor.
I am thinking about getting a 6 DOF rig.
Trak racers shipping in the states is atrocious. Every box was shipped from a different shipping company. I got one box one day another box a few days later ect ect. The second box was the pedal plate and bolts, washers ect ect. Every bag was shredded and there wasn’t a single washer left in a bag. Shit happens but this is absolutely ridiculous and I’m sure I’m not alone. Can’t lie though, the pedal plate seems like it would stop a train. In that respect I gotta say the rig seems like it’ll be a beast when I put it together. I’m not worried about the time or patience needed to put it together. Right now I’m wondering how long before I lose my composure this weekend when I’m off work to tackle this just to find out I’m missing shit that is custom and not found in the local hardware store. I’ll probably go through the parts when my wife is sleeping so I can’t just walk outside and throw shit around the backyard when I realize just how incompetent the folks in shipping are and provable have been for years.
Unsure whether to go integrated monitor mount or stand alone? I like the idea of everything fixed to the rig. But its a tr80 not 160...
The only reason you'd want an integrated mount is if you prefer the look of it or if you had the whole thing on wheels, or if you wanted to save a bit of money. Generally speaking it's a good idea to physically separate monitors from the chassis so that there is clear zero wobble or shock transmitted.
Im still in doubt for what i want im looking at the tr8 and the tr80 both look great but have there weak spots in terms of looks to any advice for me ?
+ on the tr8 is the console stand and tv stand on it
+ it looks great
- i dont know if it can handel a dd wheel if i every buy 1
Tr80
+ looks like i never have to buy a new rig
- looks boxy but while still looking great
- looks weird with just 1 screen
Both are great rigs. The TR80 will take 4-6 hours to build depending on your level of OCD while the TR8 takes 45 minutes. I personally prefer the TR8 as it's minimal but each to their own.
@@TrakracerAu thanks will for sure pick one up once the csl dd for ps5 drops
@@KevinX_0 i've just had a go of the CSL DD and it's amazing. Better than the DD1 in my opinion lol
Will a V3 Motion Simulator fix to it?
Instructions unclear: I have a Ceiling fan on my rig now. Send Help.
hello, does someone know if it is possible to demount the seat of a playseat evolution and mount this seat on the tr8020 rig? thanks for answering ^^
you can, but you should consider our recline seat brackets. otherwise it's a pain to get the seat on, but it's possible.
What monitors are those? My tr80 looks lost with a single 27”
It's these: amzn.to/2NQLuNu - though they're not really for gaming use because they're 84hz so they could be smoother. I've managed just fine but I could see how higher refresh monitors could be even better.
1 question. How tall are you?
Does the TR80/TR80 lite come with bucket seat brackets
I think you have to specify you want some when picking your rig options!
Any coupons or promo codes i’m order one now.
“I’ll never need more than this”….full motion sim calling!
How low can it go?
I have an f1 play seat and require a monitor stand that can go very low.
Thanks
The monitor stand has almost limitless height adjustment, but it would look pretty silly if you had it really low and the posts were 4 feet higher than your screens. Nonetheless, it'd definitely do the job!
Thanks for your response 👍
What size are your monitors and will triple 27 inch monitors give good immersion?
I use triple 24's to keep the cost down, but they are plenty big enough. The bigger the better but all it'll do is show you more of the peripheral cockpit view in the end! Good for immersion but not essential to reap the gameplay benefits of correct FOV
When you were building this was it hard to get the monitors just about touching each other? And if so how do you make them get close enough ?
@@rickmorty1211 The most important thing is to pick the monitors with the thinnest bezels, lining them up is a little fiddly but you soon forget about the hassle.
@@dannyleeracing what about the height to get it at the right eye level? Is that hard to get perfect?
And is it fiddley?
I've built the lego technic Porsche GT3RS, Bugatti Chiron and Lamborghini Sian each taking similar time to this cockpit. I think I have the patience.
how comfy is the seat ? super hard or not to bad?
I'd say it's about medium - it's not quite as soft/plush underneath the butt as the GT Omega RS9 I used to have but it's definitely comfier on the back and shoulders. The butt cushion is removable so it's completely feasible to replace it but I doubt anyone would feel that was necessary.
@@dannyleeracing sweet,thanks for the info!
How much do you think the entire rig weigh after assembly?
It weighs a lot - I'd estimate over 80kg
@@dannyleeracing thanks!
what size is your middle Monitor?
All 3 are 24"
Why did you change to omega prime rig?
Sold the Trak Racer to release some coins for a house buy. When I was out the other side, I checked out something different which ended up being the Prime, and I still have that today!
I’m torn between this and RS6 😩
Cute dog
simlabs is still much cheaper if you live in EU
Simlabs was another strong name in the toss-up and in the end I just went with my gut. I've fawned over a Trak Racer rig for about a year!
@@dannyleeracing thank you for your support. both rigs have their own pros. It's important to note that we supply with seat brackets, seat slider, gear shift mount, rubber feet, cable ties, red piping blah blah.
@@designamk1160 I looked into diy but for me it wants worth my time. But you might get it cheaper
@@designamk1160 the problem is that you dont get a real pedal and wheel Base plate without DIY
Or, save a fortune, and design your own an order the aluminium from Motedis. I paid £500 for everything to build a cockpit and monitor stand.
What you mean?
It honestly isnt that much more for a kit. Plus you get a piece of mind and a front wheel mount and adjustable pedal plate.
@@chrisstaples182 mine is better. And a lot cheaper.
@@simracer1256 id love to see it.
i just write an email, the answer was kind of uninsterested, and the website is weird.
Nice would like this one BUT $1500+😱 delivered to my door $450 of that is shipping 👎🏻😩
Thanks for sharing
👍🏻👍🏻🙃🙃
Bummer - you live in Aus I presume? There is an Aus site for TR, especially given it's their country of origin, but would still wind up around $1500 all-in: www.trakracer.com.au/tr8020-black-tr80-mach-2-80mm-x-40mm-aluminium-coc~4333/?ref=39
@@dannyleeracing
Yep I do in the top end of Australia. So about as far away from any other capital city as you can gat. Yep that’s the site & model I looked at for
AU $1,078.00 & the scum bags want to charge me almost $500 for shipping. They are dreaming.
Try order without a seat. we just charge what TNT charge us, no margin on that. We ship from Melbourne, Australia but if you're very far then you would be use to high costs when shipping bulky items i would say.
@@TrakracerAu
Yeah but it cost $300 for a seat then you have to buy the runners. & yes we get bent over with shipping. Everyone thinks the NT is a different country. I ended up buying a TR80 with seat & you guys found a more affordable way to ship it so we don’t get bent over so hard. 🙃
Loving my cockpit by the way changed the design a little to make it my own & incorporate the monitor stand & PC shelf to be all in one either the cockpit.
@@matk4731 we include the seat sliders, is this what you mean by runners?
The Monitors are Connectet with VGA! 😳
Trust me, the irony is not lost on me - they're on the chopping block
all of your links dont work
why did you move to the gt omega prime ?
Fancied trying out another manufacturer's offering and ended up preferring it!
@@dannyleeracing i just ordered the tr80 lite. Hope its good though
@@mrgrilledpotato3103 Should be good - the TR80 Lite is a fine looking rig, just a little more expensive
Sim-lab answer my emails within 10 minutes. Trak Racer 24-72 hrs.
Trak Racer cancelled my order without notification. Which required more correspondence. Then sent less than 1/3 of my order. So now I have more correspondence to endure.
There is no number for TR UK. Even the Dutch department state they won't answer calls.
"Buying a cockpit should be a happy time."
I agree completely.
My experience has been, and still is, fucking shit. Be aware.
Worth noting, thanks for dropping feedback about how it went for you, i.e. badly. Keep us posted how it goes as it just rubs salt in the wound if you not only have something go wrong but also have an uphill battle getting it put right.
@@dannyleeracing Will do. Appreciate the content, mate.
Turnaround was actually very good (fri-mon). The uncertainty that their delay in communication causes isn't though. Couple of issues with the product. Not too much of an issue for me personally though.
Cheers
I am very sorry you experienced these issues. Since you purchased we have tripled our staff and inventory. We now have a phone, albeit answered from Holland but you can reach us.
yep €700 of pure flex... and I don´t even sim race :)
When you say flex, do you mean bendy flex or gangsta flex, cos you gotta make that distinction in this subject
8020 is a company that makes aluminum extrusion, I don't understand why people call it 8020
Same reason sticky tape is called selotape, Vacuum cleaners are called Hoovers, etc - it's a hell of a lot easier to say than 'aluminium profile rig' that's for sure.
Surely that's an 80 40 rig ??
I thought the same. 8020 doesn't actually have anything to do with the dimensions apparently, it's basically like how 'selotape' is now the name for sticky tape, '8020' is now the name for profile rigs. Or so I'm told.
I believe it’s 8040 instead of 8020. Your video title is misleading..
I'd probably say 'incorrect' instead of 'misleading'
Omg all of them are reasons to get a 8020 rig 😂 yes they are
It s called 40/80 ffs
I am told this style of aluminium extrusion became known as 8020 (even though the sizes are definitely not 80x20 in this context) because of a company called 8020.net - a bit like how vacuum cleaners are just called Hoovers (in this part of the world) and wirewool pads are called Brillo pads, etc.
Terrible waste of money. Profile is too thin in critical parts. The makers know this themselves and solve this by just doubling doubling the profile, adding more costs and weight and parts to build.
Why not suggest a better option if you know better?
@@demiquadfpv3333 I plan to on my second channel. My advice is to not buy these rigs. Build it yourself. Cheaper, as strong as you want them to be, customisable any way you want them to be.
I can completely see how you could custom make a rig like this if you have the knowledge and perseverance. For most people however, that knowledge and tooling is paid for in advance. Same reason I don't mill my own flour and bake my own bread, I'm trading more money for less hassle. But absolutely, there's nothing stopping someone with more time and handiness getting it done for half the cost and I support anyone getting material out there for people with that need.
18 months ago the profile was thinner than it is now. It's thicker than most on the market and within 5% (more or less) to Simlab evo. Contact us by email if you have any unresolved issues please. Matt the CEO of Trak Racer here.
Only one thing you really need to know. And that is you do not need this expensive crap to be good. You are or you aren't. Judt like normal drivers on the road, most are ignorant. And the same with sim racing. I use VR with an old ps3 wheel and pedals on a alienware laptop. 90% podium finishes with top 5 being the rest. I just started sim racing around a month ago joining iRacing.
Agreed, you don't need an 8020 to be good, it's a luxury purchase for the sim racing superfan and only a necessity if you have top of the line direct drive kit. But passion is passion and while there are reasons you don't need an 8020 rig, there's no real reason why you shouldn't if you just, well, want one.