Sim racing · head‑to‑head
We are comparing two entirely different upgrade paths: a premium cosmetic and tactile face-lift for Asetek steering wheels versus a mechanical modulation upgrade for VRS pedals. Your choice depends entirely on whether you want to eliminate plastic wheel buttons or fix a weak throttle return spring.
The VRS Throttle Pedal Damper suffers from widespread reports of oil leaks occurring shortly after installation. Many users have experienced multiple failures even on replacement units, pointing to a fundamental design flaw that resembles a basic RC car shock.
The Aluminum Button Color Kit is locked to the Asetek SimSports ecosystem and only fits their steering wheels. Meanwhile, the VRS Throttle Pedal Damper is designed specifically to mount onto VRS DirectForce Pro Pedals.
If you own an Asetek wheel and want a premium, tactile upgrade to replace cheap plastic buttons, the Aluminum Button Color Kit is a solid choice, though the $89.00 price tag is hard to justify for VR users and it lacks matching thumb rotaries. However, if you are trying to fix the weak return on your VRS pedals, the VRS Throttle Pedal Damper offers great modulation but comes with a high risk of messy oil leaks.
| Aluminum Button Color Kit | VRS Throttle Pedal Damper | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Asetek | VRS |
| Ecosystem | Asetek | Universal |
| Starting Price | $89.00 | $75.99Best |
| Type | steering wheel customization kit | pedal damper |
| Connectivity | none | none |
| Compatibility | all Asetek SimSports steering wheels | VRS DirectForce Pro Pedals |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |