Getting a X45, need some tips.

[statrekmike]

So I found a X45 pretty cheap on ebay and I hope to have a decent idea of how to set it up by the time it comes in next week.

 

I play LOMAC, Black Shark and A-10C, I was wondering if anyone had profiles to recommend for those games and what kind of things should I keep in mind.

 

I have never used a HOTAS before so any help would be really cool.

 

 

Thanks

 

Mike

[statrekmike]

I looked over the images on the site and it seemed to be in very good condition (you are right though, many on ebay are pretty much garbage now) and the seller has a return policy.

 

I don't have any choice, I cannot continue to learn to play the DCS sims in any effective manner while having one hand tied behind my back, also, I have heard many folks say that the stick is really great and the center play issue is easily fixed with a tighter spring in place of the stock on (quick and cheap fix).

 

I also don't want a force feedback because I simply don't like force feedback in sticks and I need a full set of hat switches.

 

thanks for the concern and the advise however, I am grateful.

[BIGNEWY]

Nothing wrong with the x45's

 

I use mine for BS2 and A-10C with no problems. Of course buying second hand always has its pitfalls and can be the luck of the draw sometimes.

 

Got mine for £40 on ebay and was like new :) its a great cheap hotas to start with, much better than any other cheap alternative.

Edited January 15, 2012 by BIGNEWY

[statrekmike]

Could you tell me how you have your X45 set up?

 

I imagine that I will alter the setup to taste but a good idea of what to start with is all I am looking for.

 

The ebay ad said it was in great condition and the pictures on the auction looked really nice, almost no dirt or dust on it at all (including where it would be almost impossible to clean so I imagine it spent little time out of it's box.)

 

Thanks.

[FieroCDSP]

If you move the X45's position around a bunch on the desk, be prepared to replace your ground wire between the throttle and the stick. Both Saitek X series (35 and 45) I've had failed there before anything else. It breaks right behind the connector. It's easy enough to solder in a new one. I just cut out a spot in the throttle case to accommodate the wire and taped it to the original. Also, if you're heavy on the trigger, the mount for the micro-switch will break.

I just tore mine apart for parts for collective controller I'm building, but it amazed me how many of the tactile switches were worn out from the years of abuse.

 

As an addition, I'd like to say that my X45 held up remarkably well given the abuse, and I have another one sitting on my shelf in barely used condition (got from a friend), should I ever need it's help again.

Edited January 16, 2012 by FieroCDSP