Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Looking to fine-tune the feel of your Thrustmaster AVA base? In this video, we guide you step by step through the process of replacing the dampers on the X and Y axes for improved resistance, smoother motion, and a more personalized flight sim experience.
✅ Steps covered in this tutorial:
1. Remove the top cover by unscrewing the 4 screws
2. Loosen and remove the X and Y axis springs
3. Unscrew and replace the damper on the X axis with the new one provided
4. For the Y axis, remove the 2 screws just under the stick to lift the black cover and access the Y-axis damper
5. Remove the old damper and install the new one
6. Reattach the NEW black cover and tighten the screws properly
7. Reinstall the springs and tighten them
8. Reattach the top cover and securely screw it back in place
✈️ A must-watch if you're customizing your AVA base for enhanced precision and a more realistic flight control feel.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tutorials and flight sim tips!
#ThrustmasterAVA #FlightSim #DamperSwap #JoystickMod #SimHardware #FlightControlUpgrade #ThrustmasterTutorial
Website ➡️ thrustmaster.com/universe/ava
EU shop ➡️ shop.thrustmaster.com/en_gb/ava-damper-plus.html
US shop ➡️ eshop.thrustmaster.com/en_us/ava-damper-plus.html
Looking to fine-tune the feel of your Thrustmaster AVA base? In this video, we guide you step by step through the process of replacing the dampers on the X and Y axes for improved resistance, smoother motion, and a more personalized flight sim experience.
✅ Steps covered in this tutorial:
1. Remove the top cover by unscrewing the 4 screws
2. Loosen and remove the X and Y axis springs
3. Unscrew and replace the damper on the X axis with the new one provided
4. For the Y axis, remove the 2 screws just under the stick to lift the black cover and access the Y-axis damper
5. Remove the old damper and install the new one
6. Reattach the NEW black cover and tighten the screws properly
7. Reinstall the springs and tighten them
8. Reattach the top cover and securely screw it back in place
✈️ A must-watch if you're customizing your AVA base for enhanced precision and a more realistic flight control feel.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tutorials and flight sim tips!
#ThrustmasterAVA #FlightSim #DamperSwap #JoystickMod #SimHardware #FlightControlUpgrade #ThrustmasterTutorial
Website ➡️ thrustmaster.com/universe/ava
EU shop ➡️ shop.thrustmaster.com/en_gb/ava-damper-plus.html
US shop ➡️ eshop.thrustmaster.com/en_us/ava-damper-plus.html
