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The Bottom Line

Choosing between the Asetek Aluminum Button Color Kit and the VRS Throttle Spring highlights the split between cosmetic personalization and functional hardware correction. One is a premium visual and tactile luxury for your steering wheel, while the other is a cheap, essential fix for your pedal feel.

Watch out

The VRS Throttle Spring has a curved geometry that looks intentionally offset at rest, which can confuse buyers during installation. Furthermore, some users report the spring snapping after roughly two years of heavy use, though official customer support is highly praised for sending free replacements.

Why choose Aluminum Button Color Kit

7.0
Upgrade Value
  • It replaces standard plastic caps with premium aluminum, significantly improving tactile feel, grip, and overall build quality.
  • It allows you to customize your wheel and completely "de-orange" the Asetek design.

Why choose Throttle Spring

8.5
Upgrade Value
  • It fixes the overly light and weak sensation of the stock VRS throttle pedal, even when adjusted to maximum preload.
  • At only $15.90, it provides a massive functional improvement to your driving precision for very little money.

The Verdict

If you want to rid your Asetek wheel of plastic caps and do not mind the $89.00 price tag, the Aluminum Button Color Kit offers a beautiful tactile upgrade, though VR users can easily skip it. However, for VRS pedal owners, the $15.90 Throttle Spring is a must-have functional fix that directly improves your control on the limit.

Spec comparison

Brand
Ecosystem
Starting Price $89.00 $15.90
Price trend Unchanged over 90 days Unchanged over 90 days
Type Steering wheel customization kit Pedal accessory
Connectivity None None
Compatibility All Asetek SimSports steering wheels VRS DirectForce Pro Pedals

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