Gt4 Drift newbie, help needed

  • Thread starter Thread starter squashedmonkey
  • 63 comments
  • 3,555 views
S

squashedmonkey

Messages
2
Hi. I have been told that it is possible to set up gt4 for drifting. I can see from some of the vids on here that this is true.

I have been playing with the settings trying to get it right but I am struggling. I am not a big gamer gt4 is the only game I own so I was hoping someone may have the right set up already that I can copy?

I have bought the Nissan silvia k's s13. I have bought everything for it so it is fully adjustable. Does anyone have this and could suggest a set of values for me to use?

Tia Mike.
 
best option would be to go to the settings depot or the drift settings, on the upper parts of this forum.
 
I don't think drifting a stock car is for new drifters, it's a lot harder trying to drift a stock car imo than a car with settings that suits your drifting style. Try out different settings in the settings depot, then tweak the settings further based on your feel.
 
If you have good driving skill, you can drift right away.
If you don't, test every setting in DSJ thread. This should give you a clue.
If you don't have enough credit to do that, read GT4 games guide. Tune you car for grip driving first before turn it into drifting car.
 
nos2
I don't think drifting a stock car is for new drifters, it's a lot harder trying to drift a stock car imo than a car with settings that suits your drifting style./QUOTE]

i learned on a stock m5 and would recommend learning on stock cars for all beginners for the following reasons:

*its "harder"- drifting stock requires use to use more technique than modded. once the basics have been learned the transition from stock to modified will be a pleasant one. learning on a modified car and then trying to drift a stock car may end up be like pulling teeth trying without the advantages of a tuned car.

*newbs dont have a drifting style- as with any sport, nobody starting out has a particular style. the goal of a newb is to just complete the task whichever way possible. trying to learn using someone else's settings based on their style very well may throw off one's learning experience. for instance, my cars are generally high power and set up with strong oversteer that would most likely put beginners off course or spinning out. the steering, gearing, and braking is set up for my way of driving and is probably not suitable for many.

*newbs may not understand tuning- with all the variables of tuning, a newb will most likely not have a comfortable feel of what effects what. jumping right into that would be like me jumping into spacecraft and trying to fly the thing with its 800 buttons. i wouldn't know what does what and i'd be pushing buttons having no idea what each one does.



my advice to you and anyone starting out would be to go to arcade mode, get a suzuki cappacino, turn the power all the way up, turn off aids, and put n1s or n2s on it. that way you can practically floor it through most turns without worry about throttle control. this lets you focus solely on steering technique(it also spins out less.) once you feel comfortable with this, you can move on to higher power cars, and ultimately move onto tuned cars.
Click to expand...
 
squashedmonkey
Hi. I have been told that it is possible to set up gt4 for drifting. I can see from some of the vids on here that this is true.

I have been playing with the settings trying to get it right but I am struggling. I am not a big gamer gt4 is the only game I own so I was hoping someone may have the right set up already that I can copy?

I have bought the Nissan silvia k's s13. I have bought everything for it so it is fully adjustable. Does anyone have this and could suggest a set of values for me to use?

Tia Mike.
Click to expand...

you're not alone, i'm just starting to drift
 
hmm...i practice day and night at gt4 drifting from vans, to trucks, and cars of course. i didnt get any help, but if you want to start off use a trueno gt apex or corolla levin gt apex. good for beginners. low power and descent torque. dont have to worry about going to fast. set up stiffer rear springs(not too stiff) and adjust the camber a little positive in the front. Im not giving you actual numbers because its something you have to find out for yourself. Trial and error. Just keep at it! :)
 
hmm. an fc is a rotary. when you drift it its got a problem keeping torque up. i kept mine at 256whp(perfect for touge). thats a good p/w ratio and i still cant adjust throttle pressure as i exit. i have to floor it. FCs arent good with torque. try an FD. of course it may just be my suspension. lemme tinker with it.
 
karate_crimson
hmm. an fc is a rotary. when you drift it its got a problem keeping torque up. i kept mine at 256whp(perfect for touge). thats a good p/w ratio and i still cant adjust throttle pressure as i exit. i have to floor it. FCs arent good with torque. try an FD. of course it may just be my suspension. lemme tinker with it.
Click to expand...

Drifting a Stock FC and FD is a bit tough. But I can do it...my first stock drift car was a FC. I don't like the FD much though.
 
^true nightkids4ever. the FD has a lot of torque which could make you spin. you can only tap the gas button not hold it or apply normal pressure.
 
You know..there is a quote button... but not all Stock cars are for incoming drifters.
 
karate_crimson
Yeah i run my own forum. I know about quoting. :o but anyway yeah at least buy a used car and add a sports suspension and exhaust if you dont have much credits. Thats all you need. The stock tires will do because you wouldnt have that much power yet. When you start dealing with power...ie. 250-300+ hp, then you should get sports soft
Click to expand...
Wrong again...Try Economy on front and back for ALL TYPES OF CARS !!! remember, Balance is what to be attained (FR Guide) and please read this
 
karate_crimson
nightkids4ever, their is NO perfect setup. That was how i started, he doesnt have to take my advice. anyway, just do what feels right to you.
Click to expand...
Im not saying there is a perfect setup, but it has to be Balanced and with no aids.
“Drifting with ASM Understeer on is like riding a bike with training wheels” ~ Boundary Layer
Click to expand...
 
karate_crimson
hah true. i want to race you. you seem very educated about this. too bad theres no online.
Click to expand...

You should enter some competitions, they are fun. And you sound like you are a good drifter. Good experiance, and compare your skills to others on the site. :)

karate_crimson
hmm...i practice day and night at gt4 drifting use a trueno gt apex or corolla levin gt apex. good for beginners.
Click to expand...

Thats the best way to get better, practice makes perfect. I used a Trueno as one of my very first drift cars. It's one of my favourites. 👍
 
karate_crimson
Thanks you guys. I dont think a photo comp does the underpowered 86 any credit. I'll probably get on that xlink thing.
Click to expand...

You should try the photo comps, they are alot of fun. And I think the 86 would go great. I know I have some good 86 drift photos in my opinion. :sly:

Good luck with the xlink thing. 👍
 

Latest Posts

Back