Fanatec CSL, CSL LC and CSL Elite: all the essential 3DRap Upgrades

Sim Racing is an activity that requires a mix of precision, sensitivity and reactivity to achieve high-level performance on the track. To meet the needs of the most demanding Sim Racing enthusiasts, 3DRap has developed a series of MODs specifically designed for the Fanatec pedalboards of the CSL, CSL LC and CSL Elite series. These MODs were created with the aim of improving the technical characteristics of the pedal sets, offering a more professional, precise and engaging driving experience, allowing drivers to improve their performance during Sim Racing sessions and lower their times on the track lap. One of the main missions of 3DRap is precisely to allow sim drivers to make their driving position professional without necessarily having to change hardware.

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Fanatec CSL, CSL LC vs CSL Elite pedals: Similarities and Differences

Before examining the MODs offered by 3DRap, it is essential to understand the similarities and differences between the Fanatec pedalboards of the CSL, CSL LC and CSL Elite series. While the CSL and the CSL LC share similar operating mechanics, with a steel structure, kinematic mechanisms on bushings and HALL sensors, the main difference lies in the presence of a load cell on the brake pedal in the CSL LC. On the other hand, the CSL Elite V2 features a rigid plastic structure of industrial origin, completely black in color and with a more refined support structure, in addition to the presence of a load cell on the brake pedal and 2 HALL sensors on accelerator and clutch. Despite these differences, all three pedalboards can benefit from the MODs offered by 3DRap and can be connected to Fanatec wheelbases: Podium DD, Podium DD2, CSL DD, GranTurismo DD Pro, ClubSport DD.

Brake MOD: Realism and Improved Performance

One of the most significant MODs offered by 3DRap is the Brake MOD. This MOD aims to improve the realism and performance of the brake pedal, allowing the driver to achieve a more accurate and consistent response when braking. The Brake MOD simulates the behavior of a real car’s brake pedal, increasing resistance based on the pressure applied by the driver. This allows for greater precision in braking dosage, avoiding wheel lockup and improving pedal sensitivity during longer driving sessions. Thanks to this MOD, the driver can fully exploit the range of use of the brake pedal, obtaining a more immersive and realistic driving experience.

It is possible to use the brake pedal in 5 configurations, combining our elastomers and the inserts supplied by Fanatec:

• Linear (with 1 “LINEAR” elastomer), allows you to recover 36% of the travel and always use it all during braking, obtaining clear and intense braking. Characteristic of covered wheel cars (GT, Rally, Drift).
• Full Linear (with 2 “LINEAR” elastomers), amplifies the effect of the Linear configuration, and adds pedal travel up to 53%.
• Progressive (with 1 “PROGRESSIVE” elastomer), allows you to recover 20% of the travel and obtain braking that becomes very intense in the final part of the curve, weighing down the pedal more suddenly. Characteristic of slim, light and high-performance cars (formula).
• Full Progressive (with 2 “PROGRESSIVE” elastomers), amplifies the effect of the Progressive configuration, and adds pedal travel up to 32%.
• Hybrid (with 1 “LINEAR” elastomer and 1 “PROGRESSIVE” elastomer), allows you to recover 43% of the travel and obtain initially linear braking which gradually becomes more abrupt (LMP and Prototypes).

Throttle and Clutch MOD: Added Realism

In addition to the Brake MOD, 3DRap also offers the Throttle and Clutch MOD, designed to improve throttle and clutch feel respectively. The Throttle/Clutch PRO Kit is a MOD that improves the experience of using these axes thanks to the study of the related kinematics developed by 3DRap. The radial bearing coupling, layered-filled torsion spring and custom profile rail offer the opportunity to radically modify the character of the accelerator and clutch pedals, ensuring greater precision and sensitivity during driving sessions.

The track supplied within the kit has a dual profile:

• Vintage, suitable for Rally and Drift;
• Modern, suitable for GT and Formula cars.

Excursion MOD: Adaptability and Customization

The Excursion MOD for Throttle and Clutch is another option offered by 3DRap to customize your driving experience. This endstop device allows you to significantly modify the range of use of the pedal, offering greater adaptability to the driver’s riding preferences. Thanks to the “eccentric” design of the limit switch, it is possible to choose between different configurations to better adapt to the driving style and type of car used.

MOD ZeroNoise: Noise Reduction for Greater Comfort

“ZeroNoise” MODs reduce noise during Sim Racing sessions, helping to make the driving experience more comfortable. These MODs allow you to eliminate the noise when releasing the pedal, avoiding the noise and wear caused by “metal-plastic” contact, thus improving the comfort and overall quality of the driving experience.

Ergonomic Pads: Optimized Comfort and Control

To complete the driving experience, 3DRap also offers two types of Ergonomic Pads: the Formula PADs and the Carbon Fiber PADs. These pads are designed to provide optimized comfort and control during driving sessions, allowing the driver to fully focus on the track and driving. The Formula PAD faithfully reproduces the shape of Formula single-seater pedals, ensuring unparalleled control, while the Carbon Fiber PAD offers a more realistic and engaging driving experience thanks to its carbon fiber design.

3DRap Feeling Upgrade Kit: Maximum Immersion in Sim Racing

Finally, for those seeking an even more immersive driving experience, 3DRap offers the Feeling Upgrade Kit, an advanced system designed to maximize realism and immersion in simulation. Equipped with four 12V rumble motors and an advanced electronic board, this kit offers precise and customizable tactile feedback, allowing drivers to feel every curve, bump, and brake with an unprecedented sensation.

Thanks to its compatibility with various pedal sets and customizable configuration, the Feeling Upgrade Kit offers a tailored driving experience for every driver, ensuring total engagement.

In conclusion, 3DRap mods represent an ideal option for drivers looking to improve the performance and realism of their Thrustmaster pedal sets. With a wide range of options available, drivers can customize their driving experience and enjoy full immersion in the world of Sim Racing.

3DRap mods can be used on a variety of SimRacing titles, providing an enhanced experience across different driving simulators. Some of the most popular titles where these mods can be beneficial include:

• iRacing
• rFactor
• Assetto Corsa
• Assetto Corsa Competizione
• Project CARS 2
• Automobilista 2
• RaceRoom Racing Experience
• Dirt Rally 2.0
• F1
• Gran Turismo Sport, GT7

These are just a few examples of the numerous SimRacing titles available on the market. The mods offered by 3DRap are designed to improve the driving experience across a wide range of simulators, allowing drivers to achieve optimal performance and a greater sense of realism regardless of the title used.

A further step forward for all Fanatec wheelbases: nGASa Pedals

A significant step forward in the world of Sim Racing is represented by the professional upgrade offered by 3DRap with the nGASa pedals. This new model not only improves performance and technical characteristics compared to the CSLs, but completely replaces them, guaranteeing a higher level of driving experience. The nGASa is designed to be directly compatible with Fanatec bases through the RJ connector, allowing for quick and easy installation on various platforms, including PC and consoles such as PlayStation (PS) and Xbox.

The nGASa’s cross-platform compatibility allows drivers to enjoy a consistent, high-quality racing experience across different devices, thus opening up new opportunities for fun and competition in a wide range of gaming environments. With the nGASa pedal set, sim drivers can take full advantage of their driving skills on different platforms, expanding the possibilities for challenges and immersion in the world of Sim Racing.