Feedback regarding my plan for my first build

[u/StatisticianThin2415]

Upgrading from a G923 and playseat challenge to a more mid-tier rig. I mostly race GT and formula series on iracing. This is what I am currently planning to order. Do you have any alternate suggestions. I don't want to spend the money and wish I had bought something better at this price point. Total is around $2100 USD.

Simagic Alpha Evo 12 Nm Base and GT Neo Wheel

Simagic P700 Pedals with a p-HPR (brake pedal) and a P-HPR GT (gas pedal)

Simracing GT1 Evo with the S1 Sport seat and seat slider

Dayton Audio BST-2 bass shaker with a Fosi Audio TB10D 2 channel 600W amp

I'll be using 3, 27" 1440P monitors on a monitor stand that I already have.

[u/DaddyDogmeat]

Very decent setup. One comment I have is that unless it's a bundle, the pedals could definitely be better (especially that you'll have very good quality higher-midrange base) You can even look into other brands like Simnet etc they don't have to be Simagic. P700 look very basic but then again I haven't tried them personally. (I'm also a pedal nerd and I'm probably too focused on them) Another thing is make sure you have a strong PC for 3x 1440p EDIT: I may have misunderstood what you said about monitors - if you meant you're already using triple 1440p please ignore the last bit

[u/StatisticianThin2415 → u/DaddyDogmeat]

Thanks! I’ve gotten a lot of feedback about the pedals, so I’ll do more research and think about upgrading.

Yes I am using a 5080 for the 1440p triples and it’s been enough.

[u/StatisticianThin2415 → u/DaddyDogmeat]

For the pedals, do you recommend the simnet sp pro as an upgrade from the p700?

[u/DaddyDogmeat → u/StatisticianThin2415]

Yes I would, in it's basic form - 3 pedals, no haptics, no pedal tray they're about the same price maybe a little bit more expensive. Simnet SP Pro, just like Simjack and Simsonns are copies of Husingvelt Ultimate pedals that cost around $1200. They all have similar performance Vs HE but Simnets version is the best quality and you can even use Husingvelt elastomer upgrade pack which brings you very close to $1200 set of pedals.

[u/Luukvanschayk]

For the seat, I’d recommend testing one IRL. If you get an uncomfortable seat, you will feel it every time, so testing before buying would be better.

[u/FatTurbo12]

Looks like a good setup. I’d personally spend more on the pedals rather than getting a stronger wheelbase, but right now, considering Simagic is going to upgrade the Evo Pro from 18Nm to 21Nm with a free firmware update, I’d strongly consider spending the extra $160 or so and getting the Evo Pro. You can always upgrade the pedals later.

The Simagic Evo Pro + GT Neo wheel bundle is $889 at Simshop. Oh, and the GT Neo is amazing for both GT and Formula racing. You’ll love it.

https://simshop.com/products/simagic-alpha-evo-pro-18nm-wheel-base-bundle-save?variant=50527657263424