| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB | 26Nm | ~£4,000 |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula | 287mm | ~£2,000 |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing) | 200kg Brake | ~£3,500 |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | 120kg+ Frame | ~£15,000 |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | F1 Position | ~£1,500 |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 | 5120×1440, 240Hz | ~£900 |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Integrated | Included |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | Custom | ~£2,500 |
| Total Est. Value | ~£26,345 | ||
🕹️ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB ~26Nm VerifiedActive
Industrial-grade direct drive system delivering 26Nm of peak torque via a Kollmorgen AKM54 servo motor. Features over 2 million resolution points per wheel turn and CP-S custom software modelling. The same wheelbase used by Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz, and other Cool Performance drivers.
[Steering Wheel] CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula Wheel VerifiedActive
Hand-made carbon fibre and anodised aluminium steering wheel designed with input from Lando Norris. Features a comprehensive F1-style button layout with dual clutch paddles, rotary encoders for in-sim adjustments, and a 50.8mm quick release system.
[Pedals] CP-S Hydraulic Pedals with AP Racing Master Cylinder VerifiedActive
Professional-grade hydraulic pedals using genuine AP Racing master cylinders — the same components found in real F1 and GT brake systems. Features a simulated brake caliper with hundreds of configurations, gas-spring throttle with 3 force levels, and an electronically-controlled sliding pedal box with 300mm of travel adjustment.
[Cockpit] Cool Performance Formula Simulator VerifiedActive
The Cool Performance Formula Simulator is handbuilt in the UK (Sevenoaks) to ISO 9001 standards. The frame is CNC-machined powder-coated aluminium weighing over 120kg, engineered for zero flex during high-force feedback. Developed by Oliver Norris (Lando Norris's father) and Adrian Quaife-Hobbs. Used by 9+ F1 drivers including Norris, Sainz, and Albon.
[Display] Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Ultrawide Curved 240Hz VerifiedActive
Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 super ultrawide curved monitor providing an immersive 32:9 aspect ratio that wraps around the driver's peripheral vision. Running at 5120×1440 resolution at 240Hz with 1ms response time, this display eliminates the bezels of a triple-monitor setup while maintaining wide field-of-view coverage.
[Haptics] CP-S Haptics System VerifiedActive
Integrated haptic feedback system that transmits road surface detail, kerb strikes, and chassis vibrations directly through the cockpit frame. Works in conjunction with the Leo Bodnar FFB system to provide a multi-channel immersion layer beyond steering feel alone.
[Motion] None Confirmed — Static Setup EstimatedStatic
No motion platform has been documented for Vips's rig. The Cool Performance Formula Simulator offers optional D-Box G5 3DOF haptic motion (Pitch, Roll, Heave with 1.5" stroke), but competitive sim racers typically prefer static rigs for minimal latency.
🏁 Sim Racing Background
Jüri Vips is an Estonian racing driver born in 2000 in Tallinn. He was a member of the Red Bull Junior Team and competed in FIA Formula 2 (2021–2022) and Super Formula in Japan. He has since transitioned to GT and endurance racing, where simulator preparation plays a crucial role in learning circuits and refining race strategy for longer events.
Vips uses his Cool Performance Formula Pro for GT and endurance racing preparation. The standard Formula Pro configuration provides the fidelity needed for detailed circuit learning and setup work, particularly valuable when transitioning between different car categories and tracks throughout a GT season.
| Year | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2022 | Red Bull Junior Team | Member of Red Bull's driver development programme; competed in F2 and Super Formula |
| 2021-2022 | FIA Formula 2 | Competed in F2 championship; extensive simulator use for circuit preparation |
| 2023+ | GT / Endurance Racing | Transitioned to GT and endurance categories; uses simulator for race preparation |
| Ongoing | Cool Performance Ambassador | Standard Formula Pro configuration for home training |
Software: Assetto Corsa (pre-installed with Formula Pro), iRacing (likely). Specific software preferences not publicly documented.
Streaming: No known dedicated sim racing streaming content or rig tour videos.
📋 Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Specification | Est. Cost | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm) | ~£4,000 | Verified |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm) | ~£2,000 | Verified |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing, 200kg) | ~£3,500 | Verified |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | ~£15,000 | Verified |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | ~£1,500 | Verified |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 (5120×1440, 240Hz) | ~£900 | Verified |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Included | Verified |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | ~£2,500 | Verified |
Total: ~£26,345 (Formula Pro with Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide).
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❓ Jüri Vips Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Jüri Vips use?
• Wheelbase: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm, Kollmorgen AKM54 motor)
• Pedals: CP-S Hydraulic with AP Racing master cylinder (200kg brake)
• Wheel: CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm)
• Display: Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide curved (5120×1440, 240Hz)
• Haptics: CP-S Haptics System
• Cockpit: CNC-machined aluminium frame (120kg+, ISO 9001, lifetime warranty)
Estimated cost: ~£26,345. He is a Cool Performance ambassador and one of their featured testimonial drivers.
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📚 Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Cool Performance Official — Jüri Vips Testimonial — Confirms Formula Pro usage and Cool Performance ambassadorship
- Cool Performance — Formula Simulator Product Page — Standard specifications and pricing
- SimLuxx — Cool Performance Formula Simulator — Pricing and detailed specs
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- Pro-Sim Testimonials — Pro-Sim is the technology partner behind Cool Performance
- Simulator Showroom — Pricing Reference