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[Alex ONeill]

Merry Christmas guys!!

 

[GTLehman]

Well, step number one of returning to my rig was accomplished yesterday. It was a bit of a struggle but I managed to get in and out. It was good that no one was there to see it!
Throttle is no problem but I left foot brake. I can press the brake pedal all the way down but it’s lifting my foot off the pedal completely that is the issue. Mike mentioned there is a setting that you can set free play in pedal before it engages but I am not aware of that. Will check it out because that might just help. Having to brake with my right foot would still be better than having to use the controller, but after all these years of left foot braking it would be strange indeed.
Hopefully I can get Denise to haul all my stuff back out to my man cave today so I can get everything hooked back up and give it a go.

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Quit wimping out - we want full heel-and-toeing from you slacker!

Merry Christmas to all!

 

[aerolite]

After getting in and out of my rig last Sunday, I was chomping at the bit to get set back up, but my legs were really bothering me for the first few days this week so I had to rest. I finally got all my PS4 and stuff back out to the man cave on Thursday and got it all hooked back up. Man, you have no idea how good the wheel felt after a month of using the pad! All seems to work ok, I can rest my left foot on the brake without the brakes engaging, and can apply full pressure if needed. I have to physically lift my right leg up to the gas pedal but once there it’s comfortable. Now the only question is, can I last an entire race evening.
Mike and I got together and did a couple of laps of the Nord, and then did a couple of 5 lappers with practice and I felt pretty good after that, albeit pretty darn rusty after not using the rig in 6 months!
Oh, yeah, almost forgot, Colts joined us for a bit with his usual 24MHz hum, what a welcome back to the rig for the first time that was.

Tried out a couple of the new (to me) Ferrari’s, love the old 250 Testa Rossa and GT. And that F355 Challenge is nice to drive. I think Mike warned you guys awhile back that when me, (and Jeff), returned to expect some repeats of cars/combos that you ran not too long ago! This means vintage and open wheel stuff. We will have Jan 7th’s combo posted in a couple of days.

I just realized as I was writing this that today, the 29th, is exactly 6 months to the day of my accident. What a crazy half a year it has been, and I just want to thank you guys, again, how much I’ve appreciated the kind words, gifts, and support you have given me. I couldn’t ask for a greater bunch of guys to know and race with.

 

[davidt33]

After getting in and out of my rig last Sunday, I was chomping at the bit to get set back up, but my legs were really bothering me for the first few days this week so I had to rest. I finally got all my PS4 and stuff back out to the man cave on Thursday and got it all hooked back up. Man, you have no idea how good the wheel felt after a month of using the pad! All seems to work ok, I can rest my left foot on the brake without the brakes engaging, and can apply full pressure if needed. I have to physically lift my right leg up to the gas pedal but once there it’s comfortable. Now the only question is, can I last an entire race evening.
Mike and I got together and did a couple of laps of the Nord, and then did a couple of 5 lappers with practice and I felt pretty good after that, albeit pretty darn rusty after not using the rig in 6 months!
Oh, yeah, almost forgot, Colts joined us for a bit with his usual 24MHz hum, what a welcome back to the rig for the first time that was.

Tried out a couple of the new (to me) Ferrari’s, love the old 250 Testa Rossa and GT. And that F355 Challenge is nice to drive. I think Mike warned you guys awhile back that when me, (and Jeff), returned to expect some repeats of cars/combos that you ran not too long ago! This means vintage and open wheel stuff. We will have Jan 7th’s combo posted in a couple of days.

I just realized as I was writing this that today, the 29th, is exactly 6 months to the day of my accident. What a crazy half a year it has been, and I just want to thank you guys, again, how much I’ve appreciated the kind words, gifts, and support you have given me. I couldn’t ask for a greater bunch of guys to know and race with.

Great as usual to hear Aero. You know something, getting back on the pedals might actually be good therapy for the legs. Just don't overdo it though. Nice and slow. I guess you'll know best how much you can do at a time, but I figure it will actually help your legs get stronger and stronger. Cheers bro. Look forward to racing with you when we get back going.

 

[Mike Lobban]

Here’s Sgeti on his/her last trip to GameStop

 

[SGETI]

Here’s Sgeti on his/her last trip to GameStop

Obviously not a true representation of myself. Glaring reason this is not who I am, Even I know you don't wear shoes that are different colors of pink than your top!!! call the fashion police, OMG!!!! Lets not even get me started on her/his roots.

Girl, you need to go buy a hat, along with some meds for that nasty PMS you have going on.

 

[yogi bear]

Well, step number one of returning to my rig was accomplished yesterday. It was a bit of a struggle but I managed to get in and out. It was good that no one was there to see it!
Throttle is no problem but I left foot brake. I can press the brake pedal all the way down but it’s lifting my foot off the pedal completely that is the issue. Mike mentioned there is a setting that you can set free play in pedal before it engages but I am not aware of that. Will check it out because that might just help. Having to brake with my right foot would still be better than having to use the controller, but after all these years of left foot braking it would be strange indeed.
Hopefully I can get Denise to haul all my stuff back out to my man cave today so I can get everything hooked back up and give it a go.

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Left foot braking from an old school guy like you?.. really?... I cannot do that... even with paddle shifting I still use the clutch, heel and toe downshift. Guess I'm a dinosaur, also the reason I don't like front wheel drive or 4 wheel.
Camel did a room with 4wd in the snow, I was so frikken slow I was going to bow out. Camel showed me how to disengage the front drive so it rear wheel only. I was 8 seconds faster and actually had fun. Oh and not last either.
But,,, best for last..super happy to see you back behind the wheel my friend... talk to you Monday.

 

[Gr8_Lakes]

Left foot braking from an old school guy like you?.. really?... I cannot do that... even with paddle shifting I still use the clutch, heel and toe downshift. Guess I'm a dinosaur, also the reason I don't like front wheel drive or 4 wheel.
Camel did a room with 4wd in the snow, I was so frikken slow I was going to bow out. Camel showed me how to disengage the front drive so it rear wheel only. I was 8 seconds faster and actually had fun. Oh and not last either.
But,,, best for last..super happy to see you back behind the wheel my friend... talk to you Monday.

DAMMIT CAMEL!!! That's my only trick for being faster than Bear in 4wd cars! Now he knows about the transfer case clutches - Thanks a lot!

Oh, and the "Ma'am" in Game Stop: HILARIOUS! My favorite part, when she plants both fists by her sides and growls. What's she want the corporate number for? "I want to call your corporate store and tell them how I kicked merchandise all over the store and threatened the employees." Just priceless.

 

[GUTTERBOY3007]

I can’t wait for that trans-dude to call the Gamestop corporate office. “I’m calling to file a complaint against one of your employees.” Alright sir,let me put you on hold for a minute. TRIGGERED!

And did you see the snowflake vape store employee melt down over a Trump shirt? It sounded like the soy boy swallowed his rape whistle! lol.

 

[Gr8_Lakes]

I can’t wait for that trans-dude to call the Gamestop corporate office. “I’m calling to file a complaint against one of your employees.” Alright sir,let me put you on hold for a minute. TRIGGERED!

And did you see the snowflake vape store employee melt down over a Trump shirt? It sounded like the soy boy swallowed his rape whistle! lol.






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"Do my bidding!" Oh my Lord, did that hit the cashier's hot button, or what? All politics aside, I love the customer. He was as cool as a cucumber and just stayed in his lane. I'd love to say I've never "poked" at a person like he did, but, nope, I've turned a couple dudes into Koko the gorilla before. It's sooo satisfying to see somebody lose their schitt while you're staying in control.

Well done guys, I had a stressful holiday, and those two clips made me laugh my friggin' butt off!

Alright "SIR!!!" .... I have friggin' tears running down my face thinking about that! AHHHH!!!

By the way @GUTTERBOY3007 , I looked at my wheel settings tonight, and you're right. Somewhere in all the updates our wheel settings went a little goofy. It's funny how you don't play the game for a long time, then come back to it and just assume it's you that's "off." But as I've practiced more and more, I've realized there's just some weird things going on. So I re-calibrated my wheel, and then reset the Gain, Volume, Tone, and FX, and things feel much better now. My gain was set to 100, and I think that was causing some clipping where the car just felt numb under load. Between that, and the whole pit stops without changing tires in the rain issue - hopefully I can start racing somewhat competitively again. We've gotta' admit, PCars 2 is the best game as far a sim-racing goes, but it's glitchy as F---, especially if you don't stay on top of all the updates. Hopefully I'll get all caught up, and get reminded of all the little ins-and-outs. But by then Old Bear's going to know more, and be my technical adviser.

 

[aerolite]

Cars and Tracks for Jan 7th 2019

Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

Imola and Mugello - each race 10 laps, NO pitstop. 25 liters total will get you through each race.

Race 1 - Imola - Grp A - Berlinetta / Grp B - Testa Rossa

Race 2 - Mugello - Grp A - Berlinetta / Grp B - Testa Rossa

Race 3 - Imola - Grp A - Testa Rossa / Grp B - Berlinetta

Race 4 - Mugello - Grp A - Testa Rossa / Grp B - Berlinetta


Here is the invite list for the active drivers
Note: @Mike Lobban and @Hanable have been moved to Grp A

Group A
@Mike Lobban
@CB_racer
@Alex ONeill
@coltsjugg
@Hanable
@Rednose58
@SGETI
@The__Camel
@Xradkins

Group B
@aerolite
@bigtimedave
@davidt33
@Gr8_Lakes
@GTLehman
@GUTTERBOY3007
@potvinsuks
@Rob Brown
@sgohsixthree
@yogi bear

 

[aerolite]

Mike and I would like to wish all of you a very Happy and safe New Year, and a big thanks for your continued support of our series.

 

[davidt33]

Looks good Aero.

All the best for the new year to y'all too.

 

[GTLehman]

Cars and Tracks for Jan 7th 2019

Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

Imola and Mugello - each race 20 min's - laps and fuel to be announced - NO pit stops

Race 1 - Imola - Grp A - Berlinetta Grp B - Testa Rossa

Race 2 - Mugello - Grp A - Berlinetta Grp B - Testa Rossa

Race 3 - Imola - Grp A - Testa Rossa Grp B - Berlinetta

Race 4 - Mugello - Grp A - Testa Rossa Grp B - Berlinetta


Here is the invite list for the active drivers
Note: @Mike Lobban and @Hanable have been moved to Grp A

Group A
@Mike Lobban
@CB_racer
@Alex ONeill
@coltsjugg
@Hanable
@Rednose58
@SGETI
@The__Camel
@Xradkins

Group B
@aerolite
@bigtimedave
@davidt33
@Gr8_Lakes
@GTLehman
@GUTTERBOY3007
@potvinsuks
@Rob Brown
@sgohsixthree
@yogi bear

BELLISSIMA!!!!
Wow, that's the best Christmas present I've received! Any chance we can start early like 7 or 7:30?

For a coupla BoBs, you guys are pretty nice. No matter what @Alex ONeill says...

 

[potvinsuks]

Oh, why o whyy?

www.gtplanet.net/project-cars-3-will-be-a-spiritual-successor-to-shift/

 

[Hanable]

Oh, why o whyy?

www.gtplanet.net/project-cars-3-will-be-a-spiritual-successor-to-shift/

Well thats disapointing. They decided to make a sim-cade for p cars 3. Hope they change there mind.

 

[GTLehman]

Oh, why o whyy?

www.gtplanet.net/project-cars-3-will-be-a-spiritual-successor-to-shift/

Yeah, a bit concerning. More 'focused and fun'? WTF is he talking about? Is it going to be more acadey? I never played shift, so no idea, but IMO they only need to fine tune the current vesrions issues and maybe physics - the overall package is great.

 

[davidt33]

Have no idea what Shift is or was either.

 

[yogi bear]

Well thats disapointing. They decided to make a sim-cade for p cars 3. Hope they change there mind.

I have a sinking feeling there will be no vintage cars....I hope they continue to support p cars 2
Cause I have a feeling we ain't gonna be impressed with p3.

 

[Rednose58]

Happy new year to y’all!

We have another day or two in the sun. Hopefully back next week

 

[Hanable]

Yeah, a bit concerning. More 'focused and fun'? WTF is he talking about? Is it going to be more acadey? I never played shift, so no idea, but IMO they only need to fine tune the current vesrions issues and maybe physics - the overall package is great.

Just an idea of what shift is. Shift makes forza look like iracing. Thats how bad it is. Hopefully its just added dlc and they keep 99 percent of pcars2 intact getting rid of the glitchy 1 percent of the game. Fingers crossed because the last thing we need is another forza or gt3 only assetto corsa competion type of games.

 

[Gr8_Lakes]

Hey guys, looking forward to the upcoming Ferrari night! As I was running a few test laps I found myself wondering about the radiator settings. I know that's always been kind of an unspoken subject (Advantage since damage is turned off), and am wondering if we could lock something down on a "gentleman's agreement" basis. Frankly, I think it's just stupid to have my Crew Chief telling me my engine's going to blow up if I don't cool the engine down for the last 3/4 of a race. So, to be totally honest, I ALWAYS run the radiator at a setting that keeps the engine cool. But, you guys know me (*cough-and @GTLehman - cough*), I'm a sucker for realism, and will take "true" sim-racing over winning any day. I'm not trying to rewrite the rule book here, because we all know you don't fix what ain't broke. But, I just thought we could maybe talk about this eensy weensy little tuning issue. If I'm out of line... Oh, I'm sure I'll know if I'm out of line!

 

[GUTTERBOY3007]

Simply Mad Studios is leaving PCars and going back to be more like Shift? Looks like we better hope Assetto Corsa gets some improvements soon. Shift 1 & 2 were definitely a step forward for the parent series: Need For Speed. Yeah, that’s right, they’re warning us that they’re going back to an arcade game like NFS. Watching Shift videos you can see where PCars came from but I’m just disappointed that to make a little more $ in the short term they’re willing to dumb down PCars 3. Dumbing it down will backfire in the long run because their game will just get lost among all the other arcade “racing” games.

 

[2pfspiff]

I hope everyone has had a great Christmas and wishing everyone a Happy New Year.

 

[aerolite]

Hey guys, looking forward to the upcoming Ferrari night! As I was running a few test laps I found myself wondering about the radiator settings. I know that's always been kind of an unspoken subject (Advantage since damage is turned off), and am wondering if we could lock something down on a "gentleman's agreement" basis. Frankly, I think it's just stupid to have my Crew Chief telling me my engine's going to blow up if I don't cool the engine down for the last 3/4 of a race. So, to be totally honest, I ALWAYS run the radiator at a setting that keeps the engine cool. But, you guys know me (*cough-and @GTLehman - cough*), I'm a sucker for realism, and will take "true" sim-racing over winning any day. I'm not trying to rewrite the rule book here, because we all know you don't fix what ain't broke. But, I just thought we could maybe talk about this eensy weensy little tuning issue. If I'm out of line... Oh, I'm sure I'll know if I'm out of line!

Oh, thanks for the reminder, I'm always forgetting to turn that down!

I think it would be hard to come up with a number as each car is different. Regardless, I'd rather not get into having to ask people to start doing the same thing with one particular setting, it could easily lead to things like, everyone not to change camber setting etc. Then we might as well just run default tunes. Having all drivers just starting with the same max fuel quantity is enough work, lol.
I believe you can turn off that part of Crew Chief that calls out that warning? I'm pretty sure the only car related warnings I get is low fuel and tire temps.

 

[Mike Lobban]

RIP Super Dave, you were the best.

 

[davidt33]

RIP Super Dave, you were the best.

LOL.

 

[yogi bear]

Simply Mad Studios is leaving PCars and going back to be more like Shift? Looks like we better hope Asseto Corsa gets some improvements soon. Shift 1 & 2 were definitely a step forward for the parent series, Need For Speed. Yeah, that’s right, they’re warning us that they’re going back to an arcade game like NFS. Watching Shift videos you can see where PCars came from, I’m just disappointed that to make a little more $ in the short term they’re willing to dumb down PCars 3. Dumbing it down will backfire in the long run because their game will just get lost among all the other arcade “racing” games.

They have mislabeled the game....it's should be **** 1 and **** 2
What the hell? I hope p2 continues to be supported.

 

[SAMHAIN85]

if we could lock something down on a "gentleman's agreement" basis.

The Radbulls at Monaco come to mind when reading that.
#wastegate gate

 

[RobbiefromBC]

#coltsgate