Thank You so much for posting this! I just pre ordered mine. I am an amputee that races with one hand and am excited to get my shifting assigned to the paddles on the back. The size comparison you did was perfect, I tried a formula rim, but found the smaller diameter and grips to be uncomfortable with one hand. Missed out on V1 and couldn’t bring myself to spend double for a used one.
The positive to the rocker type of shifter is you can change up with your left hand leaving your right hand free to drink a brew while going down the straights
Hello Dave, at 7:09 as u can see there is a pin on the original newly designed quick release, and that is missing on the metal quick release. the reason for this pin is to activate Low Torque mode on DD1 and DD2 (it actually pushes a button on the rear of the wheel) since even though it is enforced plastic, it wont survive much against high torque. and the rocker style shifter on this wheel is to also to use push pull shifting since some people use this style, push to downshift and pull to upshift. just wanted to share some info hope you like them. Nice video as always... Cheers.
@@woutlammertink9567 well in order to output the 8nm on the CSL DD you will need to buy another power supply than the one supplied. Now if the new Qr system will have such a notch to limit power, No information is available yet, but we think that the Qr’s will be interchangeable in order to keep compatibility with rims Fanatec has already released.
This is an excellent wheelrim. I have one of the old ones though i've replaced the rocker shifter with magnetic ones by SRM. The magnetic shifters completely transform this wheel. It is my daily driver although i own the f1 v2 2018 and a round universal hub rim. I can really really recommend the magnetic shifter upgrade made by SRM from the UK.
@@unpaidintern5331 I was looking at their kit a while back and it looked like a good option at the time when the rim was discontinued but was still actually pretty pricey and a pretty involved installation process. Now that the version 2 rim is released by Fanatec with its own magnetic shifters you are only looking at about $65 more to buy the complete new v2 wheel over the SRM shifter kit making that kit option no where near as attractive anymore. Was a good thing though when the wheel went out of production.
My piece after less than 100h just broke - down shifter stopped working. Bad luck for me. Let’s see how the warranty at F works. If not broken, this wheel was great.
Well seeing this I gather the countdown timer can be started for the BMW Fanatec GT3 wheel. . . Regardless of the price still looking forward to seeing the video and be entertained by the comments section.
Dude the online used maket is a joke nowadays. Everyone thinks just because an item is discontinued, they can price gouge. Even if the product is of low quality.
The rocker on the shifter is one of the best things, you can shift or downshift with just one hand, if you want to drink or do other things while racing.
I've been using the v1 for about 1.5 years now and i'm very happy with it. The OLED display broke about 3 weeks ago and i got it back from repairs yesterday. Besides that, really happy.
Update: I have had this wheel since June and I have some complaints about it. The shifter paddles are awkward. Too short and I'm having to reach for them and with the rough-cut pattern it hurts my fingers over time. Plus they are push-pull rather than independent paddles which I thought I would like but I really don't. One other complaint is the hand grip section is a hard plastic type material and it hurts my hands over time. Overall I just don't think this is a comfortable wheel. Too bad. I love the width of it and the button placement is really good. I find everything quite easily in VR. A pin broke recently so I'm getting it sent off for repair and switched back to my old Formula V1 rim. I like it better in a lot of ways but wish it was as wide as this one.
I have a formula carbon wheel and I’m not a huge fan of the alcantara and I wish it was a little bit wider. So I found myself curious about the mcclaren wheel. Your comment pretty much answer all the questions I had about it and I think it’s gonna be a pass for me as I would probably have the same issues with it as you.
Just wanna note saying if you have Fanatec pedals, the hand clutch is already mapped as the clutch. Just uses the same input. Only have to remap if you use separate pedals. Shame I've had no issues with my V1 McLaren rim, I can't justify buying another one! Great video as always Dave!
Good job covering all of the differences! I’m especially impressed that you noticed the honeycomb molding on the clutch paddles since you never had the original.
I have the V1 McLaren GT3 rim and bought it when Fanatec had a bundle on sale that included the rim and the Clubsport metal QR for a really good price. It has been my daily driver and I love it. Was actually worried if it ever failed I could not replace it as it was discontinued. Well just ordered a new V2 to have for a spare. My V1 shifters have always been fine but I will check out the V2 magnetic shifters and if they are better will make the V1 the spare. For the money it is hard to beat the McLaren GT3 rim. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I have enjoyed mine!
My setup is a Fanatec CSR wheel (the old Forza one) with the CSR elite pedals with load cell brake. I bought it a few years ago for £100 from eBay. It's probably shit compared to modern stuff but the difference in price is huge. Like this is a budget rim for £200. Then you need a base and pedals separately.. When did Fanatec get so expensive ha
In Australia this is $350 then another $170 for the metal QR !! So $520 for a plastic rim of $599 for the full carbon Formula v2 !! I thought this was supposed to be a budget rim?? The BMW GT2 and Formula Carbon are both cheaper !
@@davecamyt no but you get many more buttons and dials and options to upgrade those shifters and even swap the grips to leather or replace the Alcantara ;) the McLaren rim should be $260 AUD with the metal QR $100 imo. That would be more inline with USD and about fair compared to the quality rims like the Formula V2.
@@2ndLastJedi yeah I see what you mean. Personally, I don't use all the buttons on the V2, so I don't mind a few less. I guess branding puts the price up a little too.
@@davecamyt I was thinking it may be licensing but the v1 McLaren rim (which I had 3 and got repaired and refunded after a year due to faults) wasn't this expensive.
Well I take it back. In my old rig the MClaren was my favorite and my Porsche rim felt as big as a bus wheel. In my new rig with everything adjusted properly the Porsche wheel as moved back to favorite status.
Oh sweet its back! Ive got the V1 version and I still LOVE IT! Never had the shifting issues that it apparently had. But I am jealous of the paddles falling farther back. The little “bump” for shifting the v1 it has is a bit annoying BUT it allows me to rest my fingers on the paddles unlike the v2, so theres that 😬. I use the rotary knobs for the black box! I also think the pit box button and “N” feels extremely unnatural. But its rarely used so it isnt much of a complaint to me at all. Tbh I think fanatec did an amazing job on the V2. They look to have fixed every issue people seem to have had with the V1
I'm dissapointed they went with the old 650S wheel instead of the recent 720S one. Also a pity you didn't mention rigidity. One of the problems of V1 was creaking noises and that it had not been one of the most flex-less wheels on a DD. Not the lowest price could sell me that.
Good review Dave! Yes you can use that new CSL QR on the Podium WB but the rim will force it to low torque mode only. Similar to all the other CSL based rims.
I have purchased this wheel like the layout etc, but the rattling from the buttons are just a non starter for me. Reverted back to my old wheel which does not rattle like this. I have emailed Fanatec with video and they say this is normal.
Hey Dave, Thanks for the video, just put my order in with your link. :) Was going to buy the Formula V2, but the size difference swayed me instantly. I think it would be worth mentioning in the video that the PnP to England from Fanatec is €20 on top of the wheel price in case people can't afford the extra! Merry Christmas Dave and keep the Videos Coming!
@@davecamyt I know I was only messing about, I saw the other videos pop up at the same time. Just thought it strange that their own social media channels are still silent! Trying to talk myself out of one before they go live. XD
I drive GT3 McLarens in ACC with a Podium Wheel Rim Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Suede in a DD2. I am temped to get this one, but first I'll wait for the Sim Racing Garage 1:30 hour review too. :)
@@sodaaccount it's so cheap thanks to the extensive use of plastic, you'd be surprised how much money you can save using plastic and rubber instead of metal (or carbon fibre in the case of the real McLaren GT3 wheel) and Alcantara.
That's Awesome news i was Very upset with myself for not picking up one of these rims before they were discontinued? Gonna get one Now ASAP Thanks Dave
Hey Dave, just want to say that you were one of the main sim racers who inspired me to become a sim racing streamer. Came here to watch your V2 review, as I needed to make sure the clubsport adapter works fine. Thanks for the steady content! Look forward to having the opportunity to race you.
I am looking for this since 2 years :) cant wait to do my order! The only thing I wished for that Steering Wheel is the PodiumHub instead the new QuickRelease, so the force will be much less. Anyway I think it will be good. I guess also with the Metal QR it will be shutdown to lowest force as they did with the WRC Wheel
Nice review Dave. I have the Formula V2, the rather expensive Porsche GT3 R endurance and this McLaren V2 with the QR2. I confess to have modded the McLaren with aftermarket Shifters as I didn’t get on with the noisy rocker. IMHO the McLaren is by far the best value and for GT racing the best rim overall. For F1 racing the Formula is probably better due to its small diameter but for everything else this one is really good.
If it weren't made from so much plastic, I might be interested. I understand though, they want to keep the price down. I have the Formula V2 with APM shifters so I probably won't ever buy this. Also, I'm not a fan of the rocker paddles on this.
I’ve got the OG and there’s really no difference between the two. I got it w/o the QR, but had to get it when I did a RMA. I love the wheel because it’s bigger than the F1 wheel. Dual clutch is great for standing starts and was a big advantage before the F1 came out. It’s still an advantage to those who don’t have a dual clutch.
I received it 3 weeks later, delay mostly due to UPS and import issues, didn't have to wait until Feb as suggested on website. I love it apart from the shift lever but I will get used to it. Was using an F1 wheel which I now realise was too small as it gets very sensitive the smaller size rim you go to. Thanks for the introduction. Also bought a DD1 and Porsche wheel through the link.
The old one was probably the worst wheel I have tried, it was a plastic mess of a wheel, I don't know if this v2 can save it, but I would 100%skip it and buy another one from fanatec, they have so many really nice wheels.
Sorry Dave I meant the McLaren gt3 v2, if that could save it. But that is nice if they improved the wheel to the extent that you think this is nicer then the F1 v2. I just really didn't like the first McLaren rim at all, the paddles was so bad. And the overall feel was just not good on it and it felt so cheap
NEVER had an issue with my V1. Still use it to this day. Prefer it over my BMW rim almost always. But seeing used prices I may be convinced to part with it if someone is interested 😉
I love the glass infused plastic can't help it lol and it has a great look Edit you mean you like to drive with a gy3/gt4 rim not an f1 wheel lol great video regardless love the wheel rim for sure formula rims have much more in the front going on with more inputs this is def a gt style rim
If it’s still boxed say Santa got the wrong one. Although this does look a bit plastic compared to the formula v2, does it feel budget in comparison Dave?
nice, but if you add the clubsport quick release then the price is simillar to the formula v2, and i miss the rev lights - even though i like the fact that its larger and i like that its a mclaren even more because i love Lando Norris. which one should i get?
I didn't really want to use it with the plastic one on my DD in case there were any issues. I'd say for a Clubsport or CSL Elite the plastic qr would be just fine.
@@davecamyt Yeah I guess you have to drop the DD1 FF to 8nm to be safe for the default plastic quick release system... I am just concerned about the flex on it
I'm sad that you didn't try it with the plastic QR on the DD :) I think it should work fine with lowered torque limit - that's what I'm actually planning to do
@@davecamyt people are using WRC wheels (what are bigger on diameter) with the same plastic QR on DD wheelbases with no problems :) It's actually pretty solid and has less flex than the metal ones - at least, thats what Will says from Boosted Media
What size of gloves you you wear, just looking at getting a new wheel set up looking at that this rim or the podium wheel rim I release there is price difference I just want what feels best in my hands. I see on your videos you have bin rock’n this rim since your review. Do you find you missing having more buttons and switch’s with the podium rim.
I’ll prolly buy this in a bit right now I’m already 2k in the hole for full fanatec setup and my main game is oval in iracing atm once I’m more into road I’ll drop the $
How big of a difference do the vibration motors make on the formula V2 versus this Rim? I just got a V2 but really wanted this rim, of course they release two months after I got mine.
I'm newer to this "advanced" level of wheel rims and bases. I like the price point of this wheel rim and all the features it offers. I'm currently running a Logitech G29 and am looking to upgrade. What wheelbase from Fanatec would pair nicely with this? I don't want to break the budget...so I guess it appears CSL Elite or Clubsport are in the running??
@@davecamyt Do those bases use the connection style that comes with this wheel rim or do I have to buy a quick-release style? BTW, the new intro is a very nice touch!
You can use the quick release that is already there. If it were me, I'd only buy the metal one if I was using one of the Fanatec direct drive wheel bases 👍
Sell the v2. I had a v2 I bought new and I used it 1.5years and sold it for exactly what i paid for it. Wait till fanatec is out of stock on v2 and you will get retail or close. Then buy this for $200
does the Formula wheel have analog paddles for brake and throttle ?? I have right now the McLaren GT3 V2 wheel, using the analog black paddles for brake and throttle, but they are a bit to strong
I hope its reliable. Fanatec are real cheeky! I got a Formula "Carbon" wheel for Christmas thinking it was an actual carbon wheel (I wanted light weight coz I was pairing it with just a CW2.5 so I could feel more). Well, it was a bit of an insult.. the "carbon" was just a thin sheet over top of a normal formula rim. It also failed and started missing shifts, had broken pins after only a few months.
I've been looking at this wheel rim recently and found this video. How good are the lower paddles for braking and accelerating? I assume they know how much pressure is applied rather than just being off or on like the shifters? thanks
So yeah. I saw one of your recent videos where you talk about ultrawide monitors and that you prefer them. Now I odered one and see in your newest videos that you went back to triples. Hm... whats the reason for changing your opinion?
"Why would i show takinng out of the box" I Feel Called out XD
I'm just lazy 😁
Thank You so much for posting this! I just pre ordered mine. I am an amputee that races with one hand and am excited to get my shifting assigned to the paddles on the back. The size comparison you did was perfect, I tried a formula rim, but found the smaller diameter and grips to be uncomfortable with one hand. Missed out on V1 and couldn’t bring myself to spend double for a used one.
The positive to the rocker type of shifter is you can change up with your left hand leaving your right hand free to drink a brew while going down the straights
Alex, you spelt "beer" wrong!
@@simonjtaylor212 it did auto correct to beer actually i changed it back to brew 😅
I personally hold a big joint while driving and occasionally stroke my manhood once pulling off an overtake so I need the rocker shifter in my life.
This might be my single most relatable comment on RUclips
Love it when new products are cheaper than used ones. Just shows you how greedy some sellers are. 😂
I'm like you mate, I wanted 1 for ages, then when I went to actually buy it they were gone :(
Glad they've made a return!
Hello Dave,
at 7:09 as u can see there is a pin on the original newly designed quick release, and that is missing on the metal quick release.
the reason for this pin is to activate Low Torque mode on DD1 and DD2 (it actually pushes a button on the rear of the wheel) since even though it is enforced plastic, it wont survive much against high torque.
and the rocker style shifter on this wheel is to also to use push pull shifting since some people use this style, push to downshift and pull to upshift.
just wanted to share some info hope you like them.
Nice video as always... Cheers.
Does the preinstalled quickrelease system work with the csl dd? it will have 5 or 8 nm
@@woutlammertink9567 well in order to output the 8nm on the CSL DD you will need to buy another power supply than the one supplied.
Now if the new Qr system will have such a notch to limit power, No information is available yet, but we think that the Qr’s will be interchangeable in order to keep compatibility with rims Fanatec has already released.
Re-defining the "unboxing" video genre, get it all out the box straight away, no messing about, the way it should be! Good stuff as always 👍🏻
the only thing I like about the rocker paddle shifter is is that you can up and down-shift with one hand on the wheel
This is an excellent wheelrim. I have one of the old ones though i've replaced the rocker shifter with magnetic ones by SRM. The magnetic shifters completely transform this wheel. It is my daily driver although i own the f1 v2 2018 and a round universal hub rim.
I can really really recommend the magnetic shifter upgrade made by SRM from the UK.
Which mag shifter did you get to fit the McLaren rim?
As I said. SRM in the UK does these shifters. You can send them in to get it done for you as well. although with brexit, i don't know.
@@unpaidintern5331 I was looking at their kit a while back and it looked like a good option at the time when the rim was discontinued but was still actually pretty pricey and a pretty involved installation process.
Now that the version 2 rim is released by Fanatec with its own magnetic shifters you are only looking at about $65 more to buy the complete new v2 wheel over the SRM shifter kit making that kit option no where near as attractive anymore.
Was a good thing though when the wheel went out of production.
Rotary encoders on the V1 are 12 position. I use them for TC1 and TC2 on iRacing. They work great.
My piece after less than 100h just broke - down shifter stopped working. Bad luck for me. Let’s see how the warranty at F works. If not broken, this wheel was great.
The rocker shift makes it possible to shift with one hand only. Push or pull to shift up and down. Quite handy
That style of quick release is called a collet chuck. Very very nice wheel, maybe a bit too minimalistic though
Well seeing this I gather the countdown timer can be started for the BMW Fanatec GT3 wheel. . . Regardless of the price still looking forward to seeing the video and be entertained by the comments section.
Just seen this on their website, I’m ordering mine tomorrow when I get paid.. a lot cheaper than the 350+ for a used one on eBay
Dude the online used maket is a joke nowadays. Everyone thinks just because an item is discontinued, they can price gouge. Even if the product is of low quality.
The rocker on the shifter is one of the best things, you can shift or downshift with just one hand, if you want to drink or do other things while racing.
I've been using the v1 for about 1.5 years now and i'm very happy with it. The OLED display broke about 3 weeks ago and i got it back from repairs yesterday. Besides that, really happy.
I don't know in the UK but in Ireland delivery is €43 on top.
Update: I have had this wheel since June and I have some complaints about it. The shifter paddles are awkward. Too short and I'm having to reach for them and with the rough-cut pattern it hurts my fingers over time. Plus they are push-pull rather than independent paddles which I thought I would like but I really don't. One other complaint is the hand grip section is a hard plastic type material and it hurts my hands over time. Overall I just don't think this is a comfortable wheel. Too bad. I love the width of it and the button placement is really good. I find everything quite easily in VR. A pin broke recently so I'm getting it sent off for repair and switched back to my old Formula V1 rim. I like it better in a lot of ways but wish it was as wide as this one.
I have a formula carbon wheel and I’m not a huge fan of the alcantara and I wish it was a little bit wider. So I found myself curious about the mcclaren wheel. Your comment pretty much answer all the questions I had about it and I think it’s gonna be a pass for me as I would probably have the same issues with it as you.
Just wanna note saying if you have Fanatec pedals, the hand clutch is already mapped as the clutch. Just uses the same input. Only have to remap if you use separate pedals.
Shame I've had no issues with my V1 McLaren rim, I can't justify buying another one! Great video as always Dave!
Good job covering all of the differences! I’m especially impressed that you noticed the honeycomb molding on the clutch paddles since you never had the original.
Obviously I asked Fanatec what changes had been made to V2.
I have the V1 McLaren GT3 rim and bought it when Fanatec had a bundle on sale that included the rim and the Clubsport metal QR for a really good price.
It has been my daily driver and I love it. Was actually worried if it ever failed I could not replace it as it was discontinued.
Well just ordered a new V2 to have for a spare.
My V1 shifters have always been fine but I will check out the V2 magnetic shifters and if they are better will make the V1 the spare.
For the money it is hard to beat the McLaren GT3 rim. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I have enjoyed mine!
I've hardly taken it off the rig. I love it 👍
I have the original, love it and it is my go to rim
My setup is a Fanatec CSR wheel (the old Forza one) with the CSR elite pedals with load cell brake. I bought it a few years ago for £100 from eBay. It's probably shit compared to modern stuff but the difference in price is huge. Like this is a budget rim for £200. Then you need a base and pedals separately.. When did Fanatec get so expensive ha
In Australia this is $350 then another $170 for the metal QR !! So $520 for a plastic rim of $599 for the full carbon Formula v2 !! I thought this was supposed to be a budget rim?? The BMW GT2 and Formula Carbon are both cheaper !
Yes, but you don't get the analogue paddles as standard with the formula rim.
@@davecamyt no but you get many more buttons and dials and options to upgrade those shifters and even swap the grips to leather or replace the Alcantara ;) the McLaren rim should be $260 AUD with the metal QR $100 imo. That would be more inline with USD and about fair compared to the quality rims like the Formula V2.
@@2ndLastJedi yeah I see what you mean. Personally, I don't use all the buttons on the V2, so I don't mind a few less. I guess branding puts the price up a little too.
@@davecamyt I was thinking it may be licensing but the v1 McLaren rim (which I had 3 and got repaired and refunded after a year due to faults) wasn't this expensive.
Well I take it back. In my old rig the MClaren was my favorite and my Porsche rim felt as big as a bus wheel. In my new rig with everything adjusted properly the Porsche wheel as moved back to favorite status.
I just bought one through your link! I'm so excited for my first formula style rim, thanks Dave!
Hope they do that in a Porsche GT3 Cup style wheel.
Oh sweet its back! Ive got the V1 version and I still LOVE IT! Never had the shifting issues that it apparently had. But I am jealous of the paddles falling farther back. The little “bump” for shifting the v1 it has is a bit annoying BUT it allows me to rest my fingers on the paddles unlike the v2, so theres that 😬. I use the rotary knobs for the black box!
I also think the pit box button and “N” feels extremely unnatural. But its rarely used so it isnt much of a complaint to me at all.
Tbh I think fanatec did an amazing job on the V2. They look to have fixed every issue people seem to have had with the V1
Loving the new intro!
I'm dissapointed they went with the old 650S wheel instead of the recent 720S one. Also a pity you didn't mention rigidity. One of the problems of V1 was creaking noises and that it had not been one of the most flex-less wheels on a DD. Not the lowest price could sell me that.
Good review Dave! Yes you can use that new CSL QR on the Podium WB but the rim will force it to low torque mode only. Similar to all the other CSL based rims.
Can’t wait until I can afford a base and wheel! Looks amazing, especially after switching out the quick release. The plastic one has too much flex.
I have purchased this wheel like the layout etc, but the rattling from the buttons are just a non starter for me. Reverted back to my old wheel which does not rattle like this. I have emailed Fanatec with video and they say this is normal.
Hey Dave,
Thanks for the video, just put my order in with your link. :)
Was going to buy the Formula V2, but the size difference swayed me instantly.
I think it would be worth mentioning in the video that the PnP to England from Fanatec is €20 on top of the wheel price in case people can't afford the extra!
Merry Christmas Dave and keep the Videos Coming!
Thanks buddy, appreciate it. Did my first race with the McLaren rim last night and loved it 😁
"Fanatec have announced they are releasing the McLaren GT3 wheel.."
Not yet they haven't, but I think you just did. XD
No, there are like 50 vids on RUclips right now about this wheel, all released today.
All after the official embargo 👌
@@davecamyt I know I was only messing about, I saw the other videos pop up at the same time. Just thought it strange that their own social media channels are still silent!
Trying to talk myself out of one before they go live. XD
Great review dude. I'm still using the McLaren V1 and I love it. Looking forward to more of these review videos. You've got a talent for it my man.
I drive GT3 McLarens in ACC with a Podium Wheel Rim Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Suede in a DD2. I am temped to get this one, but first I'll wait for the Sim Racing Garage 1:30 hour review too. :)
Only 200 euros, that's a bargain! Will definitely have a look at this when switching to Fanatec. Waiting for my TM to die, haha.
If it is as "good" as the old one i would stay away from it. I had a lot of problems with my V1 Rim on a CSW 2.5. Ask yourself why it is so cheap.
I'd imagine all of the gremlins have been ironed out, hence the 'V2' 👍
@@sodaaccount it's so cheap thanks to the extensive use of plastic, you'd be surprised how much money you can save using plastic and rubber instead of metal (or carbon fibre in the case of the real McLaren GT3 wheel) and Alcantara.
Once you add a hub it’s not cheap....
That's Awesome news i was Very upset with myself for not picking up one of these rims before they were discontinued? Gonna get one Now ASAP Thanks Dave
The McLaren new physics make it very usable now. Set it up and give it a go.
Hey Dave, just want to say that you were one of the main sim racers who inspired me to become a sim racing streamer.
Came here to watch your V2 review, as I needed to make sure the clubsport adapter works fine.
Thanks for the steady content! Look forward to having the opportunity to race you.
I am looking for this since 2 years :) cant wait to do my order! The only thing I wished for that Steering Wheel is the PodiumHub instead the new QuickRelease, so the force will be much less. Anyway I think it will be good. I guess also with the Metal QR it will be shutdown to lowest force as they did with the WRC Wheel
mines ordered on 12/20. can't wait to get mines on 1/2021
Bought it on the strength of your review Dave, using your affiliate link. So if it's rubbish, I'm blaming you :P
10:21am - 17th December 2020 ... Has not yet appeared on the site. Waiting to click "Buy". Wifey is going to kill me!
It is on there now :)
@@crazypete3519 hell yeah
Nice review Dave. I have the Formula V2, the rather expensive Porsche GT3 R endurance and this McLaren V2 with the QR2. I confess to have modded the McLaren with aftermarket Shifters as I didn’t get on with the noisy rocker. IMHO the McLaren is by far the best value and for GT racing the best rim overall. For F1 racing the Formula is probably better due to its small diameter but for everything else this one is really good.
How did you get a QR2? Fanatec haven't released it yet. Do you mean the metal QR1?
@@Disco_Potato yes my bad,QR1
Purchased via your link! Thank you for the great review Dave!
Thank you buddy, appreciate it 😁
If it weren't made from so much plastic, I might be interested. I understand though, they want to keep the price down. I have the Formula V2 with APM shifters so I probably won't ever buy this. Also, I'm not a fan of the rocker paddles on this.
If they weren't made the way they are you could add an extra €100.
I’ve got the OG and there’s really no difference between the two. I got it w/o the QR, but had to get it when I did a RMA. I love the wheel because it’s bigger than the F1 wheel. Dual clutch is great for standing starts and was a big advantage before the F1 came out. It’s still an advantage to those who don’t have a dual clutch.
Yes there is a difference. Magnetic shifters is a huge upgrade over yours. And other issues have been fixed.
Hi I/m Tim I also have the fanatec mclaren gt3 v2. It is super!
LOL good timing eh? Best wheel Fanatec has ever made ergonomically.
LOL Dave, 5mins into your video and I made an impulse purchase using the affilate link. Thanks for the tip off :)
Haha, thank you Pete 😁
I received it 3 weeks later, delay mostly due to UPS and import issues, didn't have to wait until Feb as suggested on website. I love it apart from the shift lever but I will get used to it. Was using an F1 wheel which I now realise was too small as it gets very sensitive the smaller size rim you go to. Thanks for the introduction. Also bought a DD1 and Porsche wheel through the link.
Them stickers to label buttons where nice I bought that m3 gt2 wheel didn’t come with them sadly
The old one was probably the worst wheel I have tried, it was a plastic mess of a wheel, I don't know if this v2 can save it, but I would 100%skip it and buy another one from fanatec, they have so many really nice wheels.
I'd rather use this than the V2 tbh.
Sorry Dave I meant the McLaren gt3 v2, if that could save it.
But that is nice if they improved the wheel to the extent that you think this is nicer then the F1 v2.
I just really didn't like the first McLaren rim at all, the paddles was so bad. And the overall feel was just not good on it and it felt so cheap
NEVER had an issue with my V1. Still use it to this day. Prefer it over my BMW rim almost always. But seeing used prices I may be convinced to part with it if someone is interested 😉
Thanks Dave...or Mac...lol. I want that rim and you helped make up my mind. Btw, love the racing videos. You're my go-to guy these days.
Followed your link Mr Cam and bought myself one of these. Hopefully ill see it before Easter.
Thank you Ryan. Hopefully they'll have plenty of stock 👌
@@davecamyt no worries, merry Christmas to you and Mrs cam by the way hope you have a good one.
I love the glass infused plastic can't help it lol and it has a great look
Edit you mean you like to drive with a gy3/gt4 rim not an f1 wheel lol great video regardless love the wheel rim for sure formula rims have much more in the front going on with more inputs this is def a gt style rim
Spuggy and Geoff down the grove would love it.
Yep, I've seen 2nd had ones go for $500 AUD and they would sell instantly 🤷🏽♂️
Noooo! I just bought a formula v2 because I wanted the dual clutch, this looks like a way better buy 😭
i feel you, me too :(
I’ve been using it heavily for 2 weeks, doubt they would accept it back now...
@@TheNButler at the same time one can never have enough wheels ;)
ditto however mines still boxed up for christmas.....
If it’s still boxed say Santa got the wrong one. Although this does look a bit plastic compared to the formula v2, does it feel budget in comparison Dave?
nice, but if you add the clubsport quick release then the price is simillar to the formula v2, and i miss the rev lights - even though i like the fact that its larger and i like that its a mclaren even more because i love Lando Norris. which one should i get?
But you don't get the dual clutch on the V2. Ive not used the V2 since I got this 👍
I was wondering if you could show us your setting for streaming/making videos on obs. Thank you
I would have loved some feedback with the default quick release system before you swap it lol.... that said, good review!
I didn't really want to use it with the plastic one on my DD in case there were any issues. I'd say for a Clubsport or CSL Elite the plastic qr would be just fine.
@@davecamyt Yeah I guess you have to drop the DD1 FF to 8nm to be safe for the default plastic quick release system... I am just concerned about the flex on it
I just pre ordered mine
That new intro is epic!
I'm sad that you didn't try it with the plastic QR on the DD :) I think it should work fine with lowered torque limit - that's what I'm actually planning to do
Yeah I just didn't want to risk it knocking I'd be swapping it out anyway.
@@davecamyt people are using WRC wheels (what are bigger on diameter) with the same plastic QR on DD wheelbases with no problems :) It's actually pretty solid and has less flex than the metal ones - at least, thats what Will says from Boosted Media
Intro title would be awesome at x3 speed
Thanks for the good video, Iam waiting for my new wheel, I already bought it
What size of gloves you you wear, just looking at getting a new wheel set up looking at that this rim or the podium wheel rim I release there is price difference I just want what feels best in my hands. I see on your videos you have bin rock’n this rim since your review. Do you find you missing having more buttons and switch’s with the podium rim.
I’ll prolly buy this in a bit right now I’m already 2k in the hole for full fanatec setup and my main game is oval in iracing atm once I’m more into road I’ll drop the $
Yknow, maybe if the base wasn't 300 bucks as a seperate purchase I would get this
How big of a difference do the vibration motors make on the formula V2 versus this Rim? I just got a V2 but really wanted this rim, of course they release two months after I got mine.
where are the classic Xbox buttons VIEW and MENU...?
Great video Dave, thank you. Quick question: what headphone/mic are you wearing? Cheers
I use an Audio Technica BPHS1 👍
Wow I sold mine one month ago for 300 😂😬
I'm newer to this "advanced" level of wheel rims and bases. I like the price point of this wheel rim and all the features it offers. I'm currently running a Logitech G29 and am looking to upgrade. What wheelbase from Fanatec would pair nicely with this? I don't want to break the budget...so I guess it appears CSL Elite or Clubsport are in the running??
Yes either of those would be a great choice 👍
@@davecamyt Do those bases use the connection style that comes with this wheel rim or do I have to buy a quick-release style? BTW, the new intro is a very nice touch!
You can use the quick release that is already there. If it were me, I'd only buy the metal one if I was using one of the Fanatec direct drive wheel bases 👍
But that intro, though! And I thought the British Sense of Humor was dead. Well-played.
Shit! I wanted the mclaren rim so bad, but due to the used prices I got the formula v2 a few months back, could've saved so much money 😅
Sell the v2. I had a v2 I bought new and I used it 1.5years and sold it for exactly what i paid for it. Wait till fanatec is out of stock on v2 and you will get retail or close. Then buy this for $200
@@SIMRIG412 Thanks for the tip bro👍🏻
does the Formula wheel have analog paddles for brake and throttle ?? I have right now the McLaren GT3 V2 wheel, using the analog black paddles for brake and throttle, but they are a bit to strong
Not as standard. You have to fit the advanced paddle module to get the analogue paddles 👍
Hi Dave. How do you use the twelve position knob on iRacing?
I hope its reliable. Fanatec are real cheeky! I got a Formula "Carbon" wheel for Christmas thinking it was an actual carbon wheel (I wanted light weight coz I was pairing it with just a CW2.5 so I could feel more). Well, it was a bit of an insult.. the "carbon" was just a thin sheet over top of a normal formula rim. It also failed and started missing shifts, had broken pins after only a few months.
That looks nice I need to trade in my thrustmaster stuff for fanetec....man that insta is sick
Hello Dave,
Great video!
How about flex in the wheel while driving on DD?
Feels just fine. I didn't notice any flex at all 👌
NOW THAT is some fast shipping fanatec!! XD
I've been looking at this wheel rim recently and found this video. How good are the lower paddles for braking and accelerating? I assume they know how much pressure is applied rather than just being off or on like the shifters? thanks
Yes fully analogue 👍
So yeah. I saw one of your recent videos where you talk about ultrawide monitors and that you prefer them. Now I odered one and see in your newest videos that you went back to triples. Hm... whats the reason for changing your opinion?
Do you experience any flex with the wheel where the quick release is?
Nice a V2 I was sad when they removed the first
Be happy you never got the old one. Takes all your nerves
Hey Dave. Do you think a rim like this work work okay for oval, stock car, etc?
Your intro is quite nice!
Nice review. Loving the accent.
Bit of a specific question, but is the shifter paddle quite loud on this? From some other videos it looked like it could be quite noisy
No, I wouldn't say it's loud loud. Louder than any of my other Fanatec wheels though
New intro is awesome Dave! Do you know if there is a way to use that wheel on an Accuforce V2?
Your have to get it converted to usb
Isn’t this rim built for the belt driven wheel hubs and therefore limits the amount of torque you can use on the Podium hubs?
Yes. But with the metal QR upgrade you can also get full Torque on a DD.
momorious Ok I did not know that’s all it took, thanks!
That really is a sexy intro
Dave, what fanatec base is that for the wheel?
What settings do you use for IRacing?
Do you have to buy the ClubSport quick release adapter separate?
Only if you want to use the high torque mode on a direct drive wheel base 👍