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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: Muzzy on September 01, 2013, 03:43:02 PM

Title: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: Muzzy on September 01, 2013, 03:43:02 PM: Is it worth it to buy a saitek x52 throttle for 50 bucks? Does it need the disc or can I just plug it in and go?
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: caldera on September 01, 2013, 04:02:48 PM: Unless it's brand new (and includes shipping and a kiss on the lips from Sofia Vergara), that seems steep. You can indeed plug and play without any software.
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: Muzzy on September 01, 2013, 04:09:43 PM: Well I'm looking to buy a decent throttle to go along with my thrustmaster 16000 and the only other option is the CH throttle for 100 bucks, or buying a whole saitek x52 set used for 70, or this.
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: caldera on September 01, 2013, 04:14:08 PM: I have a well worn X52 throttle that cosmetically looks it, but is totally functional. You can have it for free if you pay the shipping.

Send a PM if you want to go that route.
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: Muzzy on September 01, 2013, 04:54:57 PM: Done. Sent you a PM. :aok
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: nrshida on September 02, 2013, 02:49:36 AM: Quote from: caldera on September 01, 2013, 04:14:08 PM
I have a well worn X52 throttle that cosmetically looks it, but is totally functional. You can have it for free if you pay the shipping.

Send a PM if you want to go that route.

Wow, nice gesture Caldera :salute
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: Bizman on September 02, 2013, 09:57:00 AM: This community has some gentlemen indeed! :salute

For those who would like a budget throttle to be used with a T16000M or any other stick, the Thrustmaster HotasX is a cheap alternative.
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: zack1234 on September 02, 2013, 01:53:56 PM: I have a full set up in UK going :)

Don't listen to Shida he is odd :old:
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: nrshida on September 02, 2013, 02:16:14 PM: Yes I built my own throttle even though I hear you can sometimes get them for free :old:
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: morfiend on September 02, 2013, 05:08:24 PM: Quote from: Bizman on September 02, 2013, 09:57:00 AM
This community has some gentlemen indeed! :salute

I will concur, I was recently give a TIR for free! The player knew I have troubles with my hands and offered to not only give me the TIR but send it to me no charge!

That is conduct above and beyond,i sent a thankyou card with dinner on me!

:salute
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: Muzzy on September 02, 2013, 05:12:39 PM: I'm quite grateful for the offer. Of course I'm also in the market for a Track IR, rudder pedals and a hot blonde who watches Doctor Who....well, I suppose I can find those on my own. :D
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: morfiend on September 02, 2013, 05:57:47 PM: Quote from: Muzzy on September 02, 2013, 05:12:39 PM
I'm quite grateful for the offer. Of course I'm also in the market for a Track IR, rudder pedals and a hot blonde who watches Doctor Who....well, I suppose I can find those on my own. :D

I happen to know a hot blonde who watches Dr who,although she might be a redhead this week!....... :devil
Title: Re: Buying an x52 Throttle
Post by: nrshida on September 03, 2013, 01:28:39 AM: Quote from: Muzzy on September 02, 2013, 05:12:39 PM
...and a hot blonde who watches Doctor Who....well, I suppose I can find those on my own. :D

eBay!