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    Hey guys I just have a question... right now I'm just using the MSFFB2 and keyboard but my friend says he has a saitek and never uses it. Since I don't think I could fly without force feedback is the throttle alone worth using? Also, I read that the throttle slides around when you move it around due to lack of good grips. If he does give it to me and I have that problem do any of you have solutions for it? Thanks.
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    Hey guys I just have a question... right now I'm just using the MSFFB2 and keyboard but my friend says he has a saitek and never uses it. Since I don't think I could fly without force feedback is the throttle alone worth using? Also, I read that the throttle slides around when you move it around due to lack of good grips. If he does give it to me and I have that problem do any of you have solutions for it? Thanks.
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    I use this combo and it works great. I also have a set of CH rudder pedals and I think it's the perfect setup. The throttle has a screw for adjusting the friction and if setup properly it slides freely without the base moving. The only drawback is that you need to have the X45 stick plugged in to use the throttle but it's no problem I just store it out of the way under the desk.


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    alright thanks for the heads up on needing the X45 stick as well that would have saved me a trip and a little confusion
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    I got an x45 + evo here works great
    x45 stick is for "extra" functions (button bay )
    yes I could profile both lol but what the - i got too many buttons already


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    thinking of getting a CH Throttle Quadrant USB
    once they have been out a while and the bugs sorted out
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    <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by FutureAce:
    I read that the throttle slides around when you move it around due to lack of good grips. If he does give it to me and I have that problem do any of you have solutions for it? Thanks.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

    The throttle can slide around - so I have a roll of heavy duty Duck tape and about once a week put a new strip over the base to stick it to my desk.

    X45 + FF stick + pedals is the best setup I've found so far.

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    <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by No601_prangster:
    I use this combo and it works great. I also have a set of CH rudder pedals and I think it's the perfect setup. The throttle has a screw for adjusting the friction and if setup properly it slides freely without the base moving. The only drawback is that you need to have the X45 stick plugged in to use the throttle but it's no problem I just store it out of the way under the desk.

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    Or if possible set up your arrangement so the X45 stick is easily reached with your throttle hand.
    It makes a great button bay. Map to your own tastes

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    nice... i was just ordering an x45 when i saw this topic, and i have that stick (the best force feedback ever made... possibly best stick for feel and accuracy ever) I think now ill pay for the next day delivery!!!
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    <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by tfu_iain1:
    nice... i was just ordering an x45 when i saw this topic, and i have that stick (the best force feedback ever made... possibly best stick for feel and accuracy ever) I think now ill pay for the next day delivery!!!<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

    You'll love the combo tomorrow then

    Stick as button bay in proximity to throttle works very well.

    Especially the red button under that flap, mapped to eject

    Combined with the MSFFB2 and CH pedals it rocks..(TIR is also very good with it )

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