r/Fanatec

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My CS DD+ is actually running smoothly but the 18nm update is tempting.

Who of you dared to do the update? Had you any issues?

I'm afraid in running into trouble when executing the update and I don't really need the more power. Then again it "feels" nice to have this extra headroom and I don't want to fall behind for future updates etc.

I’m interested in the new pedal setups but was wondering if the cheaper non carbon version will be available or in a three pedal setup and if it will come with or be available with the heel cups (steel or carbon?)? If so what do the prices look like for that setup… preferably a three pedal setup with the cheaper heel cups as to allow for formula style two pedal use or three pedal manual clutch use.

Hey guys,

I’m trying to find the best Fanatec CSL DD 8Nm settings for iRacing, ideally as close as possible to what fast/pro drivers use.

My main issue is a grainy/notchy feeling through the wheel. With INT off, the FFB feels more detailed and natural, but after ~20–30 minutes the graininess becomes much more noticeable and distracting.

Fanatec also released App/base firmware updates yesterday, so I updated everything, but unfortunately it didn’t solve the issue.

Setup:
CSL DD 8Nm
iRacing
Latest Fanatec App + firmware
Wheel Force: 8Nm
Fanatec settings: everything at 100%, except NDP and INT at 0%

I’m looking for settings that keep the detail and tyre feel while making the FFB smoother, without over-filtering it.
Would appreciate recommendations for both:
Fanatec tuning menu (NDP, NFR, NIN, INT, FEI, etc.)
iRacing FFB settings
Especially interested in what experienced/pro drivers are actually using on the CSL

For the people that own the V3 pedals and the new Podium pedals. Is there much difference? Does your feet rest differently? Pros cons?

I have the 3 pedal V3 which worka well apart from the annoying part where my left leg (brake) sits center seat and too close to my right leg (gas).

I thought about removing the clutch but never got around to it. Im thinking of switching to the new 2 pedal setup.

Podium Pedals Formula

Another batch of Podium Pedals Formula is on the way. The 2-pedal set with carbon fiber pedal plates and heel cups will be back in stock tomorrow from 2 PM UTC.

The second production batch is larger than the first, but we still expect units to move quickly. We recommend acting fast if you want to secure one from this run. Further stock will follow soon, and we expect the supply of Podium Pedals Formula to increase as production ramps up.

Unfortunately, we are no longer able to offer the free GT-style pedal plates with the second batch. Changes to our warehouse operations would have added significant delays to preparing this bundle, and we decided that making Podium Pedals Formula available again as soon as possible was the better option.

Introducing Podium Pedals Sport

Podium Pedals Sport

We’ve also been listening closely to your feedback since launch. Many of you told us that you wanted the performance of Podium Pedals without paying for carbon components or a clutch pedal that you didn’t need. 

Podium Pedals Sport is exactly this – a two-pedal configuration with the aluminum GT-style pedal plates in place of the carbon components found on Podium Pedals Formula, making it the most affordable way to enter the Podium Pedals range. 

Available: End of September 

Pricing: 

- 599.99 USD 

- 599.95 EUR 

- 950 AUD 

- 100000 JPY 

Thank you to everyone who asked for this configuration and helped shape the range. 

Three-pedal version update 

We also want to provide an update on the three-pedal version. As we said before, manufacturing challenges with the clutch pedal delayed the original schedule. These issues have now been resolved, but additional time is required to prepare the clutch for mass production. 

We currently expect availability of the Podium Pedals three-pedal set and separate clutch upgrade to begin in October. 

Thank you again for your patience and for the incredible response to Podium Pedals so far. 

I have a Fanatec CSL DD with the Boost Kit and recently upgraded to a new PC. Since switching PCs, I’ve noticed the wheel feels noticeably different.

It seems like I’m getting a lot more feedback through the wheel, including what almost feels like engine vibration almost like a “grainy” feeling through the wheel at times.

Maybe once or twice over roughly 300 laps, I’ve also felt a slight rattling sensation while turning through a corner. It’s very faint and doesn’t happen consistently.

I’m using the recommended CSL DD settings from the Fanatec forums, so I haven’t really changed anything intentionally from what I was running before that I know of.

Does this sound like something that could indicate the wheelbase is starting to have an issue, or is it more likely a setting/driver difference from moving to the new PC? Has anyone experienced something similar with a CSL DD?

so, i ordered a load cel from Fanatec Canada and it seems to originate from Ontario when it ships. So it took no time to get to me. 2-3 bizness days from UPS.

I then ordered the universal hub v2 with a steering wheel. That one came from down south USA and took about a business week to get to me. UPS.

I just ordered the clubsport v3 pedals because if could not stand the csl pedals and that load cel is garbage to me. That one also seemed to have shipped from Ontario so i would get within 2-3 bizness days.

Long Story short... For Canadian order some stuff comes from Ontario, other stuff come from down south USA.

The good news is that Fanatec now bends over backwards to ship things almost on the same if you order very early in the morning.

Corsair really took that shitty company and turned it around.

I tried to hold off as long as I could and not make a post about the Fanatec Formula V3 delay but my frustration got the best of me. I would appreciate if a Fanatec rep could actually help me and get to the bottom of this.

I ordered the new Formula V3 wheel on April 30, 2026. That’s over 3 months ago! At first, I was told it would ship by June 20th at the latest. Of course that never happened so I reached out AGAIN to customer support. A different Fanatec agent told me it would ship early NOVEMBER?! I seriously thought it was a mistake but the person kept saying it’s an estimate…

Then I reached out to a Fanatec rep on the forums to try and understand why my shipping date keeps getting pushed back. I was told there is a chance i will receive it end of July. So I decided to wait but of course that also didnt pan out. However, I saw on my order a shipping date of Aug. 20 - Aug. 23rd so I decided to wait. Early this week, I see that it has been changed to Sept. 30 - Oct. 3rd?!? Why are the goal posts constantly moving away from me? Ive talked to people that placed an order after me and they’ve had their wheel for weeks. I think at this point I deserve some kind of explanation and/or compensation for this non-sense.

Quick update: Updated Fanatec App 1.5.3.1 is available on their Subreddit. It addresses this issue + more. Thank you!

The latest Fanatec app is dangerous and unsafe to use! I nearly had my wrist snapped off just now while playing Race Room Racing Experience. While playing the game, I paused and then resumed and the wheel snapped extremely hard and then went limp. Had to turn the base off and back on, then when I went into the pits, it happened again. Extremely dangerous! Is Corsair/ Fanatec aware of this dangerous situation their latest firmware update caused? Anyone else experiencing this?

App version v1.5.2.3

Base: 1.9.0.3

Motor: 1.1.0.2

QR: 6.0.1.1