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Can anyone recommend some dust covers for the Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS HOTAS? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) by yo_scottie_oh@lemmy.ml to c/buildapc@lemmy.world

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I have the T.16000M FCS HOTAS (throttle and stick) like this one linked on Amazon. When I search Amazon for "dust cover for hotas" I get listings that say "for Thrustmaster Warthog." Does anyone have the T.16000M, and if so, can you recommend a dust cover for those? Doesn't have to be custom fitting, any generic dust cover will do, my main concern is keeping dust from collecting in the ball joint of the stick and the rail of the thrust slider. Thank you!

EDIT: I'm thinking about getting this or this, or just going cheap with some clear plastic bags.

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[–] yo_scottie_oh@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 months ago

Thanks for your input. I think dust is actually a common complaint with these particular controls. In my own experience, I bought these second hand, and initially the z-axis didn’t work right (the cursor’s movement was really finicky and jumped around a lot). After cleaning the sensor with some rubbing alcohol and a q-tip, it’s been smooth sailing, but taking apart and re-assembling the joystick is something I’d like to avoid going forward if I can help it.

You’re right about the cost of those dust covers being a tad steep, but if I could find something for closer to $20, I’d spring for it.