My first post and lots of questions...

[Ataros]

Avoid SLI, get one nextgen card. Even if SLI works in one patch it may not work in the next patch similar to some other sims. However there is a report on 4-sli system in the tech section of the forums.

[Osprey]

Saitek rudder pedals are the best thing Saitek make. Had mine years, comfortable, well spaced, no regrets. Plus, you can lock them and use the toesbrakes for driving games if you want

[trist007]

Fantastic, thanks for all the great information.

That's all I needed, going for TrackIR5, Saitek Pro Rudder Pedals, and GTX 580 with 3GBs. That should put a good dent in the old till

[kestrel79]

Nice Trist. You're going to like those purchases very much.