Thrustmaster Warthog joystick extension mod - various lengths

[Aviators]

beautiful!!! Great ;)

[Johnny Dioxin]

Fantastic service and an excellent product! I'm using the 120mm extension. The hardest bit was deciding which length to go for - so I made 3 plastic imitations from map holders and had a go with each one first. As mainly a whirley jockey the choice was obvious in the end.

 

Very quick delivery and I was so happy with it, I've put links to his website on mine (and I don't have any 'adverts' or the like normally).

 

They also sell out very fast (despite not being a sticky... ahem) - so get in quick!

 

Thanks!

[Paradaz]

Anyone else have a problem removing their extension from the base. I hand tightened mine when I first got it. Now I can't remove it. I am afraid if I put too much force on it I will break the gimble in the base.

 

Yep, the extensions provide extra leverage and if they're too tight there is a real danger of some damage that is expensive to put right.

 

It's not so much the gimble, but the internal wires and hall sensor/magnet which will go first....there are a couple of us on the SimHQ forums that had the exact same problem. Because the locking mechanism doesn't have a direct connection when an extension is in use, attempting to unscrew a stick extension means that the gimble only needs to twist 90 degrees (and it will) inside the base before the wires and sensor get ripped out.

 

I got a quote for £150 to replace the base section by Thrustmaster because they wouldn't supply the gimble/sensor separately, however I believe some other people have had some joy in getting individual spares for their sticks since. I ended up getting a spare Warthog base shipped from Canada to the UK just to fix my issue. Only other recommendation I can give is to ensure that stick extensions aren't overtightened in the first place. :(

[cichlidfan]

Actually, if the base of the extension duplicates the base of the stick (internals, not just threads) then the problem does not occur.

[Paradaz]

But do any of the extensions feature the locking pattern at the bottom? I have had 3 different extensions (all great by the way) but all of them only have threads top and bottom......so this is where the problem occurs if overtightened.

Edited September 27, 2015 by Paradaz

[cichlidfan]

But do any of the extensions feature the locking pattern at the bottom?

 

Yes, but I won't post an ad for a competitor's product in Wasy's thread. It has it's own thread.

[Paradaz]

Yes, understood. These extensions greatly benefit the fine control......moral of the story anyway is just be careful and try not to over-tighten. That gimble ideally would have been of something a little better/stronger - compared to all the other quality components in the WH and based on how fundamental it is for control it was a strange design decision to go with such a rough plastic.

[Lucky]

I don't believe I over tightened mine. I have a RealSimulator FSSB r3 warthog coming tomorrow, then I'm going to do what wasy100 suggested and take the base apart. That way I'll be able to get a better grip on the socket.

Edited October 14, 2015 by Lucky
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[chev255]

Hello Wasyl, your website mentions restocking was expected on 23rd October, do you have any in stock now?

Cheers!

[wasyl00]

Hello Wasyl, your website mentions restocking was expected on 23rd October, do you have any in stock now?

Cheers!

 

Hi chev255, Yes. I'm about to receive another batch in coming days and expect to start taking orders by the end of this week. :thumbup:

[NeilWillis]

Is there any possibility of producing a longer one - 300 mm would be a pretty useful length - particularly for home cockpit builders?

[wasyl00]

Is there any possibility of producing a longer one - 300 mm would be a pretty useful length - particularly for home cockpit builders?

 

I don't have plans for custom sizes at the moment unfortunately.

[chev255]

Just ordered 100mm extension - can't wait to try it!

[chev255]

Received the extension very quickly, it was an easy fit (just need to be careful when tightening it or removing it as torque through the ball can damage stuff) and the Warthog feels so much better now! Thanks a lot.

[JNelson]

I got one of these last Friday, great service fast delivery and the product is great quality definitely a must if you have a warthog.

[cichlidfan]

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Thanks Sahaj!

 

I think you posted in the wrong thread.

[Ragtop]

Wasy, how much of a difference would you say I'd feel from changing up from a 100 to a 120?

 

As I said in my brief review, my only regret was not getting a bigger one! After flying for a few months with it I'm feeling like I'd like the 120 even more now.

 

Just wondering how worthwhile it'd be for me to drop another £40!

[wasyl00]

Wasy, how much of a difference would you say I'd feel from changing up from a 100 to a 120?

 

As I said in my brief review, my only regret was not getting a bigger one! After flying for a few months with it I'm feeling like I'd like the 120 even more now.

 

Just wondering how worthwhile it'd be for me to drop another £40!

 

I would not call a swap from 100 to 120mm a massive difference yet it further lessens the centering force and gives a stick a bit more throw. Well.. it will feel different. I'm sure I can help you Ragtop. PM sent, check your inbox. :thumbup:

 

cheers

[Bast]

Just received my 100mm extension and I have to say I am very pleased with this product. The quality is superb and allows for the flexibility of different twist angles for center mounting.

 

The warthog just cant reach its performance potential without the increased travel mods like this one provide, and at this level of quality and customer service.

 

Dealing with wasy100 has be especially great as he has been quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had.

 

Pick one up when they are available and you want be disappointed!

[Ragtop]

For those interested - I decided to make the switch from 100 to 120, and I'm extremely satisfied. The change isn't huge, but I truly feel a level of immersion like I've never felt before. The sheer accuracy over control you get is amazing. Flying formation is far easier!

 

Thanks again Wasyl00 - Great product, great guy!

[jwheare]

I bought a 100mm extension. It's excellent and vastly improves the flying experience in both helicopters and planes. wasyl00's emails were extremely professional and prompt throughout, and his helpful advice regarding mounting solutions prompted me to build my own floor standing system out of plywood and soil pipes.

 

Get one, even if you need to mod your setup to fit it in!

[Maulkin]

I have been using mine since Sept 2015 (80cm) and I think it is the second most valuable thing in my simpit as far as adding to immersion and satisfaction when flying (the TrackIR being the first). If you have a TM Warthog I would HIGHLY recommend it.

[y51c]

Are 120mm extensions still available?

[wasyl00]

Are 120mm extensions still available?

 

 

 

The project is not dead. It was only in minor hibernation :-) I expect some more extensions to be available later this summer. Cheers!

[y51c]

Thanks very much for the update:).