H-Shifting in a Formula Seating Position?

juanmoorethyme · Jul 21, 2020

Okay so strange question. I'm new to sim racing and obviously have never driven a formula car before

. But I am drawn to formula racing more than any other type. I would like to build my rig (P1-X) with a reclined/formulat style position (exploring sim-lab formula seat among others), but I would also like to buy an H-shifter and drive some road cars at some point.

With a floor mounted pedal set (Sprints or similar), will H-shifting feel out of place and awkward in a formula position? Or better off in a 15-20 degree reclining position more versatile for formula/GT/road car ... I know it's subjective, but curious if anyone has thoughts/input. thanks in advance!

Adrian Herrera · Jul 22, 2020

Maybe get a rig with adjustable seat so you can slide forward/backward and recline the back depending on what you drive.. also you could use pillows to feel more comfortable in different positions

lovemesomespeed · Jul 22, 2020

Very interested to hear any other opinions... I’ve been wondering this myself, but don’t have a Formula-style cockpit to try it out.

Emery · Aug 2, 2020

You can get used to anything, but an adjustable seating position is more desireable.

Most people have GT seating positions and fake the formula seating.

Emery · Aug 2, 2020

Here's one setup that swings both ways

Combined F1/GT Rig + Custom CSL Elite Brake Load Cell

Built an aluminum profile rig and thought I'd share some of my ideas here. Podium DD1. Two standard slotted profile brackets on top and bottom of a 40 mm profile work out at just the right distance to accomodate a Podium wheel's side mounts. The angle can still be adjusted by rotating the...

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juanmoorethyme · Aug 2, 2020

Thank you for sharing

. Good information regarding seat position and adjustability.

I think I am just going to set up in a reclined position, somewhere between GT and full formula!

TShrimp · Aug 2, 2020

juanmoorethyme said:
Okay so strange question. I'm new to sim racing and obviously have never driven a formula car before . But I am drawn to formula racing more than any other type. I would like to build my rig (P1-X) with a reclined/formulat style position (exploring sim-lab formula seat among others), but I would also like to buy an H-shifter and drive some road cars at some point.

With a floor mounted pedal set (Sprints or similar), will H-shifting feel out of place and awkward in a formula position? Or better off in a 15-20 degree reclining position more versatile for formula/GT/road car ... I know it's subjective, but curious if anyone has thoughts/input. thanks in advance!

I have the F-GT, and it does both GT and Formula. I have never raced it in the Formula position, but IMO it is solid, comfortable, and fairly inexpensive.