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You probably saw that Phile had voted in the thread, but missed when he took flack for that, lol.
You actually vote in report #2, you will see where to do that. It then goes to a form that only Mike and I see. We don’t want others to see who votes for what. So if you can edit your post and vote in report 2 that would be great, thanks.
 
G29 guys:
In your 'options', under 'pedals', what does it show? Mine altenates between 'N/A' and 'Logitec G29' - both greyed out. My 'Wheel' Shows G29, in color, just fine.
Tonight and Monday it seemed like I wasn't getting full throttle. The throttle burbles and the red line climbs then hesitates, or in fifth gear, stops - and other cars are walking by me on the straights. Even in a private race against AI the other cars are faster.
Note: I tried recalibrating and setting defaults, but haven't tried PCars 1 yet as a comparison.
Cheers for any input,
Shaun
 
aerolite
You probably saw that Phile had voted in the thread, but missed when he took flack for that, lol.
You actually vote in report #2, you will see where to do that. It then goes to a form that only Mike and I see. We don’t want others to see who votes for what. So if you can edit your post and vote in report 2 that would be great, thanks.
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Done and lesson learned
 
GTLehman
G29 guys:
In your 'options', under 'pedals', what does it show? Mine altenates between 'N/A' and 'Logitec G29' - both greyed out. My 'Wheel' Shows G29, in color, just fine.
Tonight and Monday it seemed like I wasn't getting full throttle. The throttle burbles and the red line climbs then hesitates, or in fifth gear, stops - and other cars are walking by me on the straights. Even in a private race against AI the other cars are faster.
Note: I tried recalibrating and setting defaults, but haven't tried PCars 1 yet as a comparison.
Cheers for any input,
Shaun
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Reboot the PS4 and make sure you have the wheel plugged into the first USB port on the console itself. That might work. If it doesn't I'm not sure because it should automatically recognize your wheel and the pedals that are attached to it if everything is plugged in properly.
 
GTLehman
G29 guys:
In your 'options', under 'pedals', what does it show? Mine altenates between 'N/A' and 'Logitec G29' - both greyed out. My 'Wheel' Shows G29, in color, just fine.
Tonight and Monday it seemed like I wasn't getting full throttle. The throttle burbles and the red line climbs then hesitates, or in fifth gear, stops - and other cars are walking by me on the straights. Even in a private race against AI the other cars are faster.
Note: I tried recalibrating and setting defaults, but haven't tried PCars 1 yet as a comparison.
Cheers for any input,
Shaun
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My Pedal Type is greyed out with NA.
But my Calibrate Pedals is highlighted.
All works fine.
 
aerolite
My Pedal Type is greyed out with NA.
But my Calibrate Pedals is highlighted.
All works fine.
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Yeah it should be recognized as one unit. There shouldn't be an option for pedals because obviously they are plugged into the wheel. Not sure why it would be hesitating or stumbling. I'd unplug and replug and make sure it's in USB1 on console
 
Awaffle14
Yeah it should be recognized as one unit. There shouldn't be an option for pedals because obviously they are plugged into the wheel. Not sure why it would be hesitating or stumbling. I'd unplug and replug and make sure it's in USB1 on console
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I was curious and tried in both USB ports, there was no difference.
Shaun, maybe a good cleaning might be in order, you've probably brought in too much of that Hawaiian sand with you, lol.
 
Heads up guys, we are going to two rooms for this coming Monday, Nov 20th. Division 1 and Division 2.
One reason is we have had to turn away others two weeks in a row now. Another reason is it will make the whole process a lot easier as well and free up a bunch of my time on race night, especially between races.

As Mike and I will both be in D2 this coming week, we will need someone to step up and host the D1 room, and also someone to take down the scores and send to me after the race, so please let us know, by posting here, if you can help. We will let the host know all the settings for the night in advance.

*The format will change slightly as well. The 45 minutes before the race will now be qualifying, and Race 1 will be a standing start based on the qualy results. Race 2 & 3 will still be reverse order rolling starts (the same 10 min practice between races).

Div 1
@The__Camel
@RobbiefromBC
@mphile77
@SAMHAIN85
@Awaffle14
@CB_racer
@SGETI
@Rednose58
@mexxifrieboy

Div 2
@Mike Lobban
@Xradkins
@Zii1993
@aerolite
@sgohsixthree
@McTrucker
@yogi bear
@Gr8_Lakes
@GTLehman
@GUTTERBOY3007
@davidt33

Divisions were created based on the ranking numbers as of this past week, with the same split number we used to divide group A & B previously.
Any new drivers or inactive drivers who want to race, need to notify us in this thread no later than Monday's at 6 pm est.
 
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GTLehman
G29 guys:
In your 'options', under 'pedals', what does it show? Mine altenates between 'N/A' and 'Logitec G29' - both greyed out. My 'Wheel' Shows G29, in color, just fine.
Tonight and Monday it seemed like I wasn't getting full throttle. The throttle burbles and the red line climbs then hesitates, or in fifth gear, stops - and other cars are walking by me on the straights. Even in a private race against AI the other cars are faster.
Note: I tried recalibrating and setting defaults, but haven't tried PCars 1 yet as a comparison.
Cheers for any input,
Shaun
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Two Shaun's in the same group that spell their names the same? What universe is this? I knew I liked you. :cheers:
 
This must be your guys fav!


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I'm kind of slow or buzzed and struggle to interact with the full capabilities of the game. I'm sure there are lots of us who have no idea how much the game offers. I came across this YouTube channel.....SimRacing604....... This guy explains a lot of things about the game in easy to understand language that us old Bobs can grasp. I highly recommend it.

Sgeti, how's that one point feel?

Harpy Harp here.........
Who is recruiting new guys?
Who wants to host the Awesomeness room?
 
This post is for anyone who has, or is, contemplating cockpit/helmet view, or wants to improve on that view.

In PCars1 I switched back to roof view from cockpit, but it always bugged me because I wanted the realism of being in the cockpit. I decided to go back to cockpit when PC2 came out and I did that a few weeks ago. This video from SimRacing604 has made a huge difference. I'm also using Helmet cam with all the same settings, but I can now have the car tilt slightly when turning and I do a slight turn towards the apex as well, about 5%. As he states, one of the biggest complaints he here's is the disappearance of side mirrors and side view, but the driving realism of the car is so much improved. I'm still getting used to it, and I'm panning my side view a lot more, plus with the help of crew chief that I just added it should help when around traffic. It has made a difference in some of the cars that are very hard to see out of. I hope that after I get it just the way I want it, and get used to it some more, that it will eventually make me faster, but if it doesn't, oh well, so be it, but at least I'm back in the cockpit where it's closer to the real deal!

 
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aerolite
This post is for anyone who has, or is, contemplating cockpit view, or wants to improve on that view.

In PCars1 I switched back to roof view from cockpit, but it always bugged me because I wanted the realism of being in the cockpit. I decided to go back to cockpit when PC2 came out and I did that a few weeks ago. This video from SimRacing604 has made a huge difference. I'm also using Helmet cam with all the same settings, but I can now have the car tilt slightly when turning and I do a slight turn towards the apex as well, about 5%. As he states, one of the biggest complaints he here's is the disappearance of side mirrors and side view, but the driving realism of the car is so much improved. I'm still getting used to it, and I'm panning my side view a lot more, plus with the help of crew chief that I just added it should help when around traffic. It has made a difference in some of the cars that are very hard to see out of. I hope that after I get it just the way I want it, and get used to it some more, that it will eventually make me faster, but if it doesn't, oh well, so be it, but at least I'm back in the cockpit where it's closer to the real deal!

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Now, if we can get the the old man to do the same. :sly:
 
aerolite
As Mike and I will both be in D2 this coming week, we will need someone to step up and host the D1 room, and also someone to take down the scores and send to me after the race, so please let us know, by posting here, if you can help. We will let the host know all the settings for the night in advance.
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I will give it a try.

Sgeti, how's that one point feel?
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aerolite
Heads up guys, we are going to two rooms for this coming Monday, Nov 20th. Division 1 and Division 2.
One reason is we have had to turn away others two weeks in a row now. Another reason is it will make the whole process a lot easier as well and free up a bunch of my time on race night, especially between races.

As Mike and I will both be in D2 this coming week, we will need someone to step up and host the D1 room, and also someone to take down the scores and send to me after the race, so please let us know, by posting here, if you can help. We will let the host know all the settings for the night in advance.

*The format will change slightly as well. The 45 minutes before the race will now be qualifying, and Race 1 will be a standing start based on the qualy results. Race 2 & 3 will still be reverse order rolling starts (the same 10 min practice between races).

Div 1
@The__Camel
@RobbiefromBC
@mphile77
@SAMHAIN85
@Awaffle14
@CB_racer
@SGETI
@Rednose58
@mexxifrieboy

Div 2
@Mike Lobban
@Xradkins
@Zii1993
@aerolite
@sgohsixthree
@McTrucker
@yogi bear
@Gr8_Lakes
@GTLehman
@GUTTERBOY3007
@davidt33

Divisions were created based on the ranking numbers as of this past week, with the same split number we used to divide group A & B previously.
Any new drivers or inactive drivers who want to race, need to notify us in this thread no later than Monday's at 6 pm est.
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Yeeaaaaa!!!!!
 
Someone had mentioned it last week, but I'll say it again in my own words;

Part of me racing with you lot is because I enjoy racing with you guys, and love listening to the BS and SS (Sheep S**t) being thrown around the room. I think this week is going to be a lot quieter in both rooms, hopefully the same atmosphere and camaraderie translates in the split... no reason why it shouldn't cause you're all bitter old bast- I mean great guys ;)
 
RobbiefromBC
Someone had mentioned it last week, but I'll say it again in my own words;

Part of me racing with you lot is because I enjoy racing with you guys, and love listening to the BS and SS (Sheep S**t) being thrown around the room. I think this week is going to be a lot quieter in both rooms, hopefully the same atmosphere and camaraderie translates in the split... no reason why it shouldn't cause you're all bitter old bast- I mean great guys ;)
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By far the hardest thing about having to try the divisions!
I really don’t like the idea of not being in the same room, but if we have enough people that are enjoying themselves and we’ve made the effort to grow, then I guess we have to.
When we originally started the Lounge, as many of you know, it was a place that Mike and I wanted to just race against other mid pack guys in a more casual environment. Problem is, we are good friends with too many faster guys and they ended up here as well :banghead: :lol:
It didn’t take long before we were coming up with ways to keep these guys back, other than taking them out, but after many weeks of trying different scenarios there didn’t seem to be any way, so 🤬‘em, they’re on their own now :D
So which division gets the “Mr. Awesome” title, and which one gets the “Wanker of the Week” title......hmmmm......
 
Shoulda voted for the Beamer, we tried both last night and although the Merc is fun, the Beamer is even better......only me and Waffle voted for the better car. Oh well, you guys all suck...
 
Mike Lobban
Shoulda voted for the Beamer, we tried both last night and although the Merc is fun, the Beamer is even better......only me and Waffle voted for the better car. Oh well, you guys all suck...
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Poll results don't lie. Most people voted that you do indeed suck. Fact! It's just too bad a good guy like Waffle got mixed up with you in that.
 
aerolite
This post is for anyone who has, or is, contemplating cockpit/helmet view, or wants to improve on that view.

In PCars1 I switched back to roof view from cockpit, but it always bugged me because I wanted the realism of being in the cockpit. I decided to go back to cockpit when PC2 came out and I did that a few weeks ago. This video from SimRacing604 has made a huge difference. I'm also using Helmet cam with all the same settings, but I can now have the car tilt slightly when turning and I do a slight turn towards the apex as well, about 5%. As he states, one of the biggest complaints he here's is the disappearance of side mirrors and side view, but the driving realism of the car is so much improved. I'm still getting used to it, and I'm panning my side view a lot more, plus with the help of crew chief that I just added it should help when around traffic. It has made a difference in some of the cars that are very hard to see out of. I hope that after I get it just the way I want it, and get used to it some more, that it will eventually make me faster, but if it doesn't, oh well, so be it, but at least I'm back in the cockpit where it's closer to the real deal!

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Thanks! Watching his video, I didn't think I'd like the settings, but they seem fine. I went up to 77 from 70. Not sure they make me faster, but they're good and not annoying. The apex 'look in' setting doesn't seem to make any difference at all though. BTW, anybody who doesn't drive with cockpit or helmet view is a pussy...cat...

Also, thanks to all of you who chimed in on my throttle issue. I turned my pedals upside down, but didn't have the guts to take a screwdriver to them. But between that and reseating the cables the issue seems to be gone. Maybe I shook loose some gecko poo, moustache wax or beach sand that was gumming up the works. I ran the 'Vette at Watkins and was able to get in the .47s as opposed to Monday when I couldn't break .50, so definitely an improvement.

Looking forward to the Merc on Monday, it WAS my choice even though I forgot to vote. I actually hated the the car the first time it was a combo in SNAIL, but ironically it was the first SNAIL race I won. D4, whoo-hoo!
 
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RobbiefromBC
Someone had mentioned it last week, but I'll say it again in my own words;

Part of me racing with you lot is because I enjoy racing with you guys, and love listening to the BS and SS (Sheep S**t) being thrown around the room. I think this week is going to be a lot quieter in both rooms, hopefully the same atmosphere and camaraderie translates in the split... no reason why it shouldn't cause you're all bitter old bast- I mean great guys ;)
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I wanted to post about the 2 room decision a few days ago and never did but in the short time I've raced with you guys I as well have enjoyed the full room of casual crap talk and for the most part racing around someone for laps at a time. Also as a guy that's at the bottom end of D1 I can kiss any hope of a win goodbye lol. @The__Camel and @RobbiefromBC are just a couple that are completely out of my league. I understand the change but also am hoping the atmosphere stays somewhat similar..
 
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Awaffle14
I wanted to post about the 2 room decision a few days ago and never did but in the short time I've raced with you guys I as well have enjoyed the full room of casual crap talk and for the most part racing around someone for laps at a time. Also as a guy that's at the bottom end of D1 I can kiss any hope of a win goodbye lol. @The__Camel and @RobbiefromBC are just a couple that are completely out of my league. I understand the change but also am hoping the atmosphere stays somewhat similar..
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Welcome to my world. From a guy that's at the bottom end. Keep consistent, and stay out of trouble, that's how I gain positions.
 
Question: Re "At Nurburgring (GP, Sprint, Sprint Short)" as listed tracks. Isn't GP the shortest Nurburgring track? (Looks the same as in the map image). What's the "Sprint" and "Sprint Short" about? Not seeing those.

One more thing. Since we will be racing in two separate rooms this Monday how do we know whose invitation to accept to avoid ending up in the wrong room/lobby? That's a possibility I think. I'm assuming I'll be looking out for an invitation from Aero or Lobban since we are in the same division but suppose some guys get invites or from others in our league and join the wrong group/room?
 
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Sorry for the double-post but this requires a separate discussion comment.
Has anybody been putting in some practise sessions with this car (Merc-Benz 190E 2.5-16 DTM) and track (Nurburgring GP)?
Is it only me or is this car slippery as hell in the sharp corners, of which there are many, on this track? I was lucky enough to get a tune from a good/renowned tuner but lord put a hand the car is still slippery as hell navigating the corners with a penchant for oversteer/tail happy regardless. The tuner shared the same feeling. I eventually consulted with the in-game's Race Engineer who suggested adjusting Suspension/ softening the Anti-Roll Bar. The tune I got had set Anti-Roll Bar at 30. I dropped it to 25 as suggested which may have helped a bit. Still slippy I next dropped to 20....eventually now at 10N/mm. Though issue with cornering. I know I'm not the best driver but Jeeezus Christ it's frustrating.
And it's not because of the season/weather being cold/rainy or tyres.
Season selected for Practice is "Summer". Time: "12:00". Forecast: "Clear".
Tyres are selected as "Slick"
 
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davidt33
Sorry for the double-post but this requires a separate discussion comment.
Has anybody been putting in some practise sessions with this car (Merc-Benz 190E 2.5-16 DTM) and track (Nurburgring GP)?
Is it only me or is this car slippery as hell in the sharp corners, of which there are many, on this track? I was lucky enough to get a tune from a good/renowned tuner but lord put a hand the car is still slippery as hell navigating the corners with a penchant for oversteer/tail happy regardless. The tuner shared the same feeling. I eventually consulted with the in-game's Race Engineer who suggested adjusting Suspension/ softening the Anti-Roll Bar. The tune I got had set Anti-Roll Bar at 30. I dropped it to 25 as suggested which may have helped a bit. Still slippy I next dropped to 20....eventually now at 10N/mm. Though issue with cornering. I know I'm not the best driver but Jeeezus Christ it's frustrating.
And it's not because of the season/weather being cold/rainy or tyres.
Season selected for Practice is "Summer". Time: "12:00". Forecast: "Clear".
Tyres are selected as "Slick"
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I practiced a while last night in a public lobby. Seems less throttle until you get relatively straight and smooth application helps.
Very slippy though...
 
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GTLehman
I practiced a wild last night in a public lobby. Seems less throttle until you get relatively straight and smooth application helps.
Very slippy though...
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Glad to hear it's not only me. Man I've tried various speed navigation....taking it reasonably aggressive, cautiously babying and in-between....and even dropping acceleration reasonably enough before cornering to try and coast round the corner...trail-braking I think it's called.
 

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