VNM Shifter 2 years later - a long term review
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
- VNM are a well respected simracing hardware and software house operating out of Hanoi, Vietnam.
2 years ago they begun production of their first retail product - the VNM shifter - and I chose to purchase this shifter back in 2021 based on very positive initial feedback.
I've had numerous interactions with VNM over the course of my ownership of this shifter, and today I present my thoughts as a paying customer - 2 years on.
This video was produced in my new premises, which took a little while to set up but the stage is now set for more efficient video production, so lots more content coming much more quickly now!
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Purchase experience and unboxing
1:47 Design, quality and longevity
2:04 Mounting the VNM shifter
2:26 Software support
2:42 Shift feel and adjustments
3:57 Issues I experienced with the VNM shifter
5:09 Repairing the VNM shifter
6:00 Final thoughts
Intro song is Gang by Jiglr
Other music and effects by Epidemic Sounds
All graphics, animations and video effects by me :)
As always, please leave a comment and subscribe if you like what you see
#simracing #shifter #gearbox #vnm #diy #repair #aluminumprofile #australia #vietnam #vnm - Ігри
i just discovered this channel and its quite refreshing to see these kind of reviews with that editing style, keep it up!
Thanks for your kind words! This video didn't have the kind of reach I was hoping for after my first video did well on UA-cam, and I felt a bit disappointed that relatively few people would see the thought and effort that went into shooting it.
Eventually I realised that I'm proud that I created it from nothing - and that's enough. That said, it means so much to me that you reached out! I'm currently working on quite a few projects and trying to make those videos look interesting too, I hope to see you in the comments :)
@DrAlanQuan i absolutely feel you, i am also a sim racer who reviews products and puts a lot of effort into the editing and the script and video quality, and yes it really sucks when you make a video that you are proud of just for it to not be noticed enough... but the key is to keep pumping out more videos of interesting products.
Is it too late to say... OMG the quality of the filmmaking and also the review!
Not too late at all my friend! Thank you for taking the time to share the love!
Love the camera + editing work, this channel is WAY underrated!!
Thank you Jean-Benoit! I really appreciate the kind words. My production skills are definitely improving with each video - it's challenging but incredibly rewarding to publish my videos, especially when people like you share feedback. Thanks!
@@DrAlanQuan Glad to hear that! Definitely want to see more with the style and direction you have going, it's great to see a more cinematic/video-production approach that's still very informative 😎
Another great video and very thorough!
Glad you enjoyed it! Got a few more in the pipeline!
Love the camera angels and shots 😍
Thanks, I'll try to keep things interesting!
I'm thinking on a motion platform and was wondering about the companies build quality. Looks spot on for this shifter. Thank you for reviewing and your hard work.
Hi Benjamin. One of the wonderful things about producing these videos is it has opened some avenues of communication with the people that run simracing companies and it has been such pure delight speaking with VNM. Jump on their discord and see! Very generous with their time and knowledge.
I'm 100% not on their payroll, I've just been so impressed with who they are and what they do.
Thanks for reaching out!
Yo editing so good. Keep it up this channel will get big
Haha thank you! Your enthusiasm is really appreciated :)
It really is a good lever, I've been here for a year and every day I am more convinced that it will be with me for many years, great work and after-sales service at Discord, thank you or the video
The Discord is incredible. A really passionate and helpful bunch of guys at VNM :)
Great video! I can't fault any of the service I've had from VNM. Tran will help anytime of day and nothing is too much trouble. I now have the shifter, e-brake and pedals from VNM :)
Nice! Thanks for commenting. Tran is a legend
Thanks for the very handy tips 👍
Thank you for taking the time to comment!
To keep the shift knob from loosening. Once I tighten it, I wrap a piece of black electrical tape around the bottom to keep it from loosening. It works well and is not noticable. I only use the seq though so frequently switching the shift knob is not a concern for me.
If I'm understanding correctly, you basically tape the knob+collar to the steel shaft?
I can see that working, and the janky solution is actually very on brand for me hahaha if you've seen my approach to a sharp corner on my seat mount.
Thanks for the suggestion!
@@DrAlanQuan actually, once I tighten the collar, I tape the collar and knob to prevent it from loosening, not tape to the shaft.
Great video, Alan! Awesome graphics! Just one question: Do you keep packages from all your purchases? 😁📦
Hahaha yes I pretty much do keep all my boxes, all the time 😂
How good is this channel please? I would really recommend to get a bit into SEO for UA-cam, there are for example browser add-ins which can support you in that regard...
Your videos deserve a LOT more views!
On topic: Just stumbled upon this manufacturer and I guess after a few years of using an SHH Shifter, it's time to upgrade... A bit of an early christmas present to myself, I guess. :D
Hi Mathias, thank you so much for your kind words. SEO hasn't been a consideration at all, but you're right it's definitely worth looking into if it means I can spread my reach - thanks for the tip!
As for VNM I can definitely vouch for the company - every one of their products I've touched has been really well thought out, and they are a passionate and communicative group of racers even as they continue to grow. I'm really looking forward to seeing their new products (and if you've been on their discord you'll see there's quite a few coming soon!)
The SHH Newt is very interesting to me actually, I had reservations about it in the past because of its 3D printed nature, but since I've started 3D printing myself I've come to appreciate how good printed products can be.
How can I get my VNM shifter to stop making 4 file folders onto my desktop? Everytime I delete or move them it makes new ones when I use it
Hi I haven't experienced this, you should join the VNM discord and ask there, you'll get a response very quickly!
ive had mine for 1 year and the only issue I have is the sensors get dirty and it starts to shift to the wrong gears. Have to unmount it to take it out of the casing and clean sensors. kinda annoying.
I did have concerns about dirt ingress through the open gate but that's not something I've encountered. I do give it a puff of compressed air once in a while to clear things out. Have you determined what it is that makes the sensors dirty (dust, grease, metal shavings etc)? Also have you downloaded the software to recalibrate the 'gear zones' not sure what they're called?
I would be annoyed if I had to dismantle the shifter to clean it regularly too. Thankfully that's not been my experience.
@@DrAlanQuan yes i have the software and everything is updated and zones adjusted. I think its just dust. When you shift and have the software open you can see the ball bounce to the right on all the top slots(135)
Would you buy this or the Fanatec shifter?
That's an easy one - I made that decision when I bought this shifter 2 years ago.
The Fanatec shifter is notorious for electronic issues and although my experiences with Fanatec support have been just fine, I didn't want to risk it.
I went with the VNM shifter when VNM was still very young and they have really impressed me with the quality of the product and ESPECIALLY the passion and promptness of their support.
100% VNM shifter in my opinion