How to Mount a Button Box on a Sim Racing Rig
By Sim-Lab - Making motorsports accessible | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to mount a button box on your sim racing rig with this step-by-step guide. Tips for positioning, bracket setup, and avoiding common mistakes.
Quick answer
Mount your button box securely using a dedicated bracket that attaches to your cockpit's profile, then adjust the angle and position so you can reach all buttons without shifting your grip.
Why a dedicated bracket beats DIY solutions
While you could drill into your rig's profile or use zip ties, a purpose-made bracket saves time and avoids damaging your cockpit's anodized finish. It also gives you precise adjustability that improvised mounts lack.
Positioning trade-offs to consider
Placing the button box too close to your wheel can interfere with your hands during sharp turns. Too far away forces you to stretch, breaking your driving focus. Aim for a spot just beside or slightly above your wheel base, within easy fingertip reach.
Step-by-step mounting guide
- 1. Choose the mounting location: Identify a profile slot on your rig where the button box will sit within easy reach of your driving hand. Common spots are on the wheel deck side or the main upright profile. Check that the location doesn't block access to your shifter, handbrake, or monitor.
- 2. Attach the bracket to the profile: Slide the bracket's T-nuts into the profile channel and tighten the bolts finger-tight. Use the included self-threading screws if your button box lacks pre-drilled holes. Over-tightening can strip the T-nut threads. Tighten just enough to hold the bracket in place.
- 3. Secure the button box to the bracket: Align the button box's mounting holes with the bracket slots. Insert and tighten the screws evenly so the box sits flush. If the button box has no holes, use the provided self-threading screws and pre-drill pilot holes to avoid cracking the enclosure.
- 4. Adjust the angle and tilt: Loosen the swivel mechanism, tilt the button box so the buttons face you at a comfortable angle, then re-tighten. Test the angle while seated in your driving position. A slight backward tilt often feels more natural than a flat mount.
- 5. Cable management: Route the button box cable along the profile using adhesive clips or zip ties. Keep the cable away from moving parts like the wheel base or pedal linkages. Loose cables can get snagged during intense driving. Leave a small service loop near the button box for future adjustments.
Recommended product
- Button Box Holder: Designed for GT1 Evo, GT1 Pro, P1X, and P1X Pro cockpits with a swivel mechanism that lets the button box tilt backward. You can fine-tune the angle for your seating position, reducing wrist strain and keeping button labels readable.
Button Box Holder
