"My sim has become a crucial part of my pre-race preparation."— Robert Megennis
| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB | 26Nm | ~£4,000 |
| Steering Wheel | LM-Pro GT3 Wheel + DDU Display | GT3 Format | ~£2,200 |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing) | 200kg Brake | ~£3,500 |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator | 120kg+ Frame | ~£15,000 |
| Seat | Sabelt GT PAD FIA-Approved Seat | Upright GT Position | ~£800 |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 | 5120×1440, 240Hz | ~£900 |
| DDU | Cool Performance 4.3" LCD Dashboard Display | 16 RGB LEDs | Included |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Integrated | Included |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Water Cooled) | Custom | ~£2,500 |
| Total Est. Value | ~£25,445 | ||
🕹️ 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 is shared between both GT Pro and Formula Pro variants.
[Steering Wheel] LM-Pro GT3 Wheel with DDU Dashboard Display VerifiedActive
300mm GT3-format steering wheel with polyurethane grips, magnetic shifters, and carbon fibre paddles. Features an integrated 4.3" LCD DDU (Driver Display Unit) dashboard display with 16 RGB LEDs, providing real-time telemetry, lap times, and car status directly on the wheel face. Designed for GT racing applications — matching Megennis's real-world IMSA GTD and GT3 driving.
[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. Identical pedals between GT Pro and Formula Pro variants.
[Cockpit] Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator VerifiedActive
The Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator is handbuilt in the UK (Sevenoaks) to ISO 9001 standards. The frame is CNC-machined powder-coated aluminium weighing over 120kg, configured in an upright GT seating position rather than the reclined formula layout. Features a Sabelt GT PAD FIA-approved seat instead of the formula fiberglass seat. Same core engineering as the Formula Pro with lifetime warranty.
[Seat] Sabelt GT PAD FIA-Approved Seat VerifiedActive
FIA 8855-1999 certified racing seat with interchangeable padding system, allowing personalised fit. The upright GT seating position mirrors real GT3 cockpit ergonomics — critical for Megennis's IMSA race preparation. This is the GT Pro-specific seat; Formula Pro uses a custom fiberglass formula seat instead.
[Display] Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Ultrawide VerifiedActive
The Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 is the standard display included with Cool Performance builds. This super-ultrawide curved monitor delivers a 5120×1440 resolution across a 1000R curve, providing excellent peripheral vision from a single panel. At 240Hz with 1ms response time, it delivers smooth, responsive visuals ideal for GT racing.
[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 Megennis's rig. Cool Performance simulators offer optional D-Box G5 3DOF haptic motion (Pitch, Roll, Heave with 1.5" stroke).
🏁 Sim Racing & Motorsport Background
Robert Megennis is an American professional GT racing driver who has competed across multiple IMSA series. Based in New York, he has built an impressive career in GTD and GT3 competition, racing machinery from BMW, Ford, and Ferrari. His Cool Performance GT Pro serves as a dedicated training tool for IMSA race preparation, with the upright GT seating position and GT3-format wheel directly mirroring his real-world cockpit environment.
| Year | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | IMSA GTD — CarBahn/Peregrine Racing | Four GTD class podiums in IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship |
| 2024 | Michelin Pilot Challenge — Turner Motorsport BMW | 3rd in MPC championship; highest-finishing BMW in the series |
| 2025 | IMSA GT3 — Gradient Racing | Ford Mustang GT3 in IMSA WeatherTech Championship |
| 2026 | IMSA GT3 — Triarsi Competizione | Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO at Rolex 24 at Daytona and IMSA season |
| Ongoing | Sim Racing Training | Uses Cool Performance GT Pro for IMSA track preparation and setup work |
Software: Assetto Corsa and iRacing (pre-installed with Cool Performance builds). Used for GT racing preparation — matching his real-world IMSA GTD and GT3 activities.
📋 Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Specification | Est. Cost | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm) | ~£4,000 | Verified |
| Steering Wheel | LM-Pro GT3 Wheel + DDU Dashboard Display | ~£2,200 | Verified |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing, 200kg) | ~£3,500 | Verified |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator | ~£15,000 | Verified |
| Seat | Sabelt GT PAD FIA-Approved Seat (FIA 8855-1999) | ~£800 | Verified |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 (5120×1440, 240Hz) | ~£900 | Verified |
| DDU | Cool Performance 4.3" LCD Dashboard Display (16 RGB LEDs) | Included | Verified |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Included | Verified |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Water Cooled) | ~£2,500 | Verified |
Total estimated value: ~£25,445 (Cool Performance GT Pro configuration with LM-Pro GT3 wheel, Sabelt GT seat, Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide).
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❓ Robert Megennis Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Robert Megennis use?
• Wheelbase: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm, Kollmorgen AKM54 motor)
• Pedals: CP-S Hydraulic with AP Racing master cylinder (200kg brake)
• Wheel: LM-Pro GT3 (300mm, polyurethane grips, magnetic shifters, carbon fibre paddles) with integrated DDU dashboard display
• Display: Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide (5120×1440, 240Hz)
• Seat: Sabelt GT PAD FIA 8855-1999 certified seat (upright GT position, interchangeable padding)
• DDU: Cool Performance 4.3" LCD Dashboard Display with 16 RGB LEDs
• Haptics: CP-S Haptics System
• Cockpit: CNC-machined aluminium frame (120kg+, ISO 9001, lifetime warranty)
Total estimated cost: ~£25,445.
What IMSA series does Robert Megennis compete in?
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📚 Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Cool Performance Official Website — Confirms Robert Megennis as GT Pro Simulator user
- Cool Performance — Simulator Product Pages — GT Pro and Formula Pro specifications
- SimLuxx — Cool Performance Simulators — Pricing and detailed specs
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- Pro-Sim Testimonials — Pro-Sim is the technology partner behind Cool Performance
- Simulator Showroom — Pricing Reference