I'm glad people are happy with the G940.
Since 2002 I've been using an MS FFB2 and still very happy with it. But as usual with heavy used stuff, some problems arose in the years... buttons not eager to work etc.
Recently I received a Saitek wheel & pedals and a broken MS FFB2. So out of two sticks I built a very good one (is as good as new!) and used the internal electronics, switches and pots of the other to expand my throttle-setup. This really will become a HOTAS.
I'v already built my own pedals out of wood, but that one had a gameport interface. Now I'm going to use the steering wheel internals... very surprised to see the Saitek uses optics, like old mice!
Further I'm going to use more steering wheels for trimming, they are much more precise. Just remove the return-to-center spring and all is ready to go!
I will be using the MS FFB2 for a LONG time. Parts are cheap/cost next to nothing and I can repair them myself. That's a big plus!
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