How to Dial in Force Feedback in iRacing (360 Hz Update Included)
Published on June 25, 2025
1. Understand 60 Hz vs 360 Hz FFB
- Traditional 60 Hz signal sends single data points.
- Updated 360 Hz lets wheels replay six samples per frame—adding detail—but may feel “rubbery” unless properly tuned :contentReference[oaicite:62]{index=62}.
- Toggle it off in app.ini via
enableFFB360HzInterpolated=0:contentReference[oaicite:63]{index=63}.
2. Set a Proper Base Strength
- Set Strength & Wheel Force near max torque.
- Damping and Min Force set to zero.
- Calibrate in-session, avoid clipping into red :contentReference[oaicite:64]{index=64}.
3. Tune Filtering and Smoothing
- Increase smoothing if wheel is twitchy.
- Reduce for clarity, especially with 360 Hz.
- Simucube users report needing less smoothing with 360 Hz :contentReference[oaicite:65]{index=65}.
4. Don’t Fear Clipping
- Adjust Strength/Wheel Force so clipping bar stays out of red :contentReference[oaicite:66]{index=66}.
5. Leverage Wheel Software Settings
- Match steering angle, surface detail, damping, inertia, speed-based damping :contentReference[oaicite:67]{index=67}.
- Start conservative; refine from there.
6. Decide Whether to Use 360 Hz
- Offers more detail—some prefer it, others don’t :contentReference[oaicite:68]{index=68}.
- Try both modes, tune filtering accordingly.
7. Final Fine‑Tuning Routine
- Calibrate in-session
- Check FFB feel under load
- Adjust for clipping, oscillation, lack of detail
- Retest
Why this matters for any wheel
- Helps any wheel user extract maximum detail.
- Enhances grip detection, race feel, consistency.
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Summary
Proper FFB setup is layered:
- iRacing base settings
- Clipping avoidance
- Filter tuning
- 360 Hz experimentation
- Wheel software tweaking
Follow the process for precise track feel, confidence, and faster laps.