Sim racing · head‑to‑head
We are comparing two entirely different cosmetic upgrades: one is a premium aluminum button kit designed to overhaul your Asetek steering wheel, while the other is a budget-friendly set of cap washers to clean up your aluminum profile rig. Your choice depends entirely on whether you are trying to "de-orange" your steering wheel or protect your cockpit's black finish.
Sim-Lab cap washers are frequently reported missing from rig shipments, which can halt your assembly since the included bolts are too long without them. Additionally, some Sim-Lab manuals omit instructions to place an M8 washer inside the cap, leading to loose fits or bottomed-out bolts.
If you own an Asetek wheel and want to get rid of the default orange accents while improving tactile grip, the Aluminum Button Color Kit is a premium, albeit expensive, upgrade at $89.00. On the other hand, if you are assembling an 8020 rig and want to protect its finish from bolt damage for €9.95, the Sim-Lab Cap washers (6x) are a cheap aesthetic fix, provided you do not run into missing parts or manual errors.
| Aluminum Button Color Kit | Sim-Lab Cap washers (6x) | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Asetek | Sim-Lab |
| Ecosystem | Asetek | Universal |
| Starting Price | $89.00 | $11.55 (€9.95)Best |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |
| Type | steering wheel customization kit | Cockpit accessory |
| Connectivity | none | none |
| Compatibility | all Asetek SimSports steering wheels | Sim-Lab cockpits and most 8020-style rigs (available in M5, M6, and M8 thread sizes) |