2015 Round 1- Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit - Nissan GT-R NISMO (GT Academy 2015).

[David Holliss]

Thanks for the videos gents, always helpful to watch. I'm down to 2:10.094, was about 9,000th in the rankings last night, pleased with that for my skill level, hope to get down to 2:09.5xx tonight then leave it until round two.
Really took some getting used to GT6/DS3 after a sold six months on Forza 5.

The only way to roughly see total participants is for someone to use a different profile and set a real slow time, I meant to do it last night but couldn't remember any other profile passwords.

 

[Mike-ZENKAI]

Do not know the total number of participants but it is all close.

Just improved my time a bit, btw far from the top, where there are some incredible times being realized, even with DS3 by some .

Improved by 0.3 sec and I went from 3415 to 2502, so every thousands of a second means a couple of places.

Same time, like almost every time is done by 3 or 4 other people as well.

With DS3/ABS1 I am now at a 2:08.291. Still struggling with this car in Copse and Stowe. With a bit more practice and some tips in these forums I must be able to reach the 07's. Good luck all.

 

[Falcon787B]

For a minute, I thought I was watching an episode of "Top Gear". If anything, an excellent source of entertainment and very well done. A great way to look at it from a lighter side of things. 👍 I would so nominate you to be the voice of GTP, you just seem to have that natural broadcasting voice and delivery. 👍 I no doubt will watch this again just for the entertainment value and look forward to your next episode. Keep up the great work, you are a natural....broadcaster that is.

Awh shucks, you're making me blush thanks very much! I thought I'd have some fun with GT Academy. Historically I've been rubbish when stacked up against other online gamers, be it in Gran Turismo or anywhere else - my first ever online sim race was in NASCAR Heat on a Group C mod, and my only notable contributions were to block the leader, wipe out the 5th place car, and finish 6 laps down...in a 50 lap race.

But for me it's definitely not about winning. In my introductory vlog about this series, I compared myself to Eddie the Eagle, and said this would be like Cool Runnings: GT Edition. It basically is. I know I'm nowhere near the best in the world, and likely never will be. That's why I'm a racing commentator instead of a racing driver But I'm still excited to see how well I can do, and I already feel like since doing that first video that I've learnt a helluva lot. Little techniques, tricks, ways to reprogram my brain and get it working sharper and quicker. It's addictive!

Incidentally motorsport commentary/broadcasting is my dream career, and I've started working this year with Downforce Radio, covering a lot of UK national and club motor racing, which is just awesome on toast. So thanks - with any luck I can make a decent fist out of broadcasting, because I don't think a career in racing itself is beckoning anytime soon

Anyways, I made some mental notes. If these help anyone, you're welcome.

Abbey-Farm: Abuse the inside curbing on approach. Whatever you do, don't let the car drift all the way out on exit. Position the car so you can turn for Farm the second you straighten out. I've held 110 mph once or twice but 107 is a good number.

Village: I like engine braking into Village and modulate the brake. One of the few spots where I may get too much rotation, believe it or not. Anything below 50 mph and that's too slow.

Loop: I go with partial brake and hope I can get good turn-in. This is where I really have to tell myself not to overlap the gas and brake. I believe that's why I struggled so much in 2013.

Brooklands: Trying to determine whether going a little easier on entry is better than charging in. Whatever the case, stay right on the racing line. Bit of a tightrope.

Luffield: One of the times understeer is actually a benefit. Do a double apex. Charge hard on the inside at high speed and let that GT-R wash up to the racing line. Be patient with the gas, though. When you do throttle up, it should be at 100% with 2nd gear. Rear will actually kick out a bit so you shouldn't need that much wheel.

Copse: Braking needs to be early and not quite full. Where the darker patch of track ends is roughly when you should start turn in. I say roughly because results are inconsistent. However, it's better than trying to wait until right before the 50 meter board. That's what I would rather do to clear the apex better but there's too little grip by then.

Maggots/Beckets/Chapel: Get Maggots wrong and the lap's toast. Push the fronts too hard and the lap's toast. Best laps I've had through here has been when I carried the speed through Maggots and I was deliberate through the other two corners while keeping the car moving. With my wobbly low-resistance wheel, it's a nightmare.

Stowe: In 2013, I had the number on this corner. Not so much here. The ideal method is aiming for a super late apex by staying on the outer edge but it's a lot harder with the GT-R. Try to stay just below full brake at the very start and slowly take back it off while turning.

Vale/Club: Brake straight right after the turn board. After that, try to carry the speed through the left and when going right, dump the throttle just enough for some rotation. Then be brave and don't lift all the way through the line.

I feel like I've been given study reading for this evening, I will pour over this notes closely! In all seriousness, this is for me the best way to learn tracks and technique. I did learn a lot by watching a few replays last night, and just from those I figured my technique wasn't aggressive enough and immediately took 2-3 seconds off my previous times, with more time to be had I feel. Silverstone is such a difficult track in that with such long straights and fast corners, a tiny loss of speed on one corner can add up to 1s difference a straight later.

Time to put the kettle on and pour over some more notes and replays...I'm not taking this seriously, honest guv...

 

[Gravitron]

A track walk of 13min got me 67,000th or so.

Slower entries welcome.

 

[super_gt]

 

[Furinkazen]

And this is relevant how...?

 

[select20]

Just got a 2:06.8. I can maybe see myself getting to 2:06.5? I'm jsut not seeing how a 2:04.8 is possible. I hope they don't find out that the tops guys are exploiting somehow like they did with the tops guys a few years ago. Not pointing fingers or anything, I'm just baffled at how fast they are, and hoping it's legit.

 

[GTP_CargoRatt]

Awh shucks, you're making me blush thanks very much! I thought I'd have some fun with GT Academy. Historically I've been rubbish when stacked up against other online gamers, be it in Gran Turismo or anywhere else - my first ever online sim race was in NASCAR Heat on a Group C mod, and my only notable contributions were to block the leader, wipe out the 5th place car, and finish 6 laps down...in a 50 lap race.

But for me it's definitely not about winning. In my introductory vlog about this series, I compared myself to Eddie the Eagle, and said this would be like Cool Runnings: GT Edition. It basically is. I know I'm nowhere near the best in the world, and likely never will be. That's why I'm a racing commentator instead of a racing driver But I'm still excited to see how well I can do, and I already feel like since doing that first video that I've learnt a helluva lot. Little techniques, tricks, ways to reprogram my brain and get it working sharper and quicker. It's addictive!

Incidentally motorsport commentary/broadcasting is my dream career, and I've started working this year with Downforce Radio, covering a lot of UK national and club motor racing, which is just awesome on toast. So thanks - with any luck I can make a decent fist out of broadcasting, because I don't think a career in racing itself is beckoning anytime soon



I feel like I've been given study reading for this evening, I will pour over this notes closely! In all seriousness, this is for me the best way to learn tracks and technique. I did learn a lot by watching a few replays last night, and just from those I figured my technique wasn't aggressive enough and immediately took 2-3 seconds off my previous times, with more time to be had I feel. Silverstone is such a difficult track in that with such long straights and fast corners, a tiny loss of speed on one corner can add up to 1s difference a straight later.

Time to put the kettle on and pour over some more notes and replays...I'm not taking this seriously, honest guv...

Yea, I didn't even know that you were pursuing a career in broadcasting until after I made my post and read your profile. Like I said though, you seem to be a natural and I'm sure you will have no problems succeeding in your chosen field. 👍 Good luck with your future endeavors, I'm sure you'll do well. 👍 Look forward to hearing more from you.

 

[SJC ALPHA]

Incidentally motorsport commentary/broadcasting is my dream career, and I've started working this year with Downforce Radio, covering a lot of UK national and club motor racing, which is just awesome on toast. So thanks - with any luck I can make a decent fist out of broadcasting, because I don't think a career in racing itself is beckoning anytime soon

Nice video, looking forward to more. I think you should do the commentary for all videos posted.
Where do I find Downforce Radio ?

 

[Falcon787B]

Yea, I didn't even know that you were pursuing a career in broadcasting until after I made my post and read your profile. Like I said though, you seem to be a natural and I'm sure you will have no problems succeeding in your chosen field. 👍 Good luck with your future endeavors, I'm sure you'll do well. 👍 Look forward to hearing more from you.

Thanks very much sir it's onwards and upwards from here! Doing stuff like GT Academy helps you gain a new perspective for commentating and broadcasting on motorsport, puts you more in the mentality of the racing drivers. And a better appreciation of just how tough the job is

Nice video, looking forward to more. I think you should do the commentary for all videos posted.
Where do I find Downforce Radio ?

I'd love to, haha! And you can find it right here. I'm host of the Downforce USA show every Tuesday fortnight, and a commentator on the RaceDayLive commentary weekend shows.

 

[rono_thomas]

Just got a 2:06.8. I can maybe see myself getting to 2:06.5? I'm jsut not seeing how a 2:04.8 is possible. I hope they don't find out that the tops guys are exploiting somehow like they did with the tops guys a few years ago. Not pointing fingers or anything, I'm just baffled at how fast they are, and hoping it's legit.

Up until an hour ago would have agreed but something just clicked for me and the lap time has just dropped away.

 

[O_howell20]

So I have the GT force steering wheel and pedals and there is no pressure what's so ever in the pedals it's as loose as you like. Reading reviews for the G27 it seems to be that this is the complete opposite situation. Will the g27 give me a better feel for the car? Most of all once I'm used to it is it gonna shave time off. I get the impression there's allot of time to be saved with one of these

 

[rehdogg15]

So I have the GT force steering wheel and pedals and there is no pressure what's so ever in the pedals it's as loose as you like. Reading reviews for the G27 it seems to be that this is the complete opposite situation. Will the g27 give me a better feel for the car? Most of all once I'm used to it is it gonna shave time off. I get the impression there's allot of time to be saved with one of these

I had a DFGT and then got myself a G27. It's as you say, the pedals are much much better. I'm not sure if it'd make you faster, but on the G27 it's easier to control the throttle and how much you're braking due to the stronger resistance in the pedals. I believe there are some mods to improve the pedal feel for the DFGT if you search on Youtube

 

[O_howell20]

I had a DFGT and then got myself a G27. It's as you say, the pedals are much much better. I'm not sure if it'd make you faster, but on the G27 it's easier to control the throttle and how much you're braking due to the stronger resistance in the pedals. I believe there are some mods to improve the pedal feel for the DFGT if you search on Youtube

Thanks rehdogg15 if g27 pedals have more control in throttle and braking then it tells me straight away that there's at least half a second there I'm at 2.07.5 I'll let you know the difference

 

[WadeOhh]

So, I got a few hours tonight to have some more attempts. Finally started to get a bit more of a feel for the truck, oh sorry, GTR Managed to get a 2.06.208. I didn't even think I'd get into the 06s, but after some experimentation and practice, I can get into the lowish 06 bracket pretty much every lap now (I always like to try and get consistency over just being a one lap wonder). Pretty chuffed with that fastest time. Currently sitting juuuuuust inside the 200 at position 199 (for however long that lasts). For anyone disgruntled like I was, just stick with it. You sort of start getting a bit of a feel for it after a while. Its still not the funnest car to drive, but once the laptimes start coming together, it becomes a little more fun

 

[GTP_CargoRatt]

Thanks rehdogg15 if g27 pedals have more control in throttle and braking then it tells me straight away that there's at least half a second there I'm at 2.07.5 I'll let you know the difference

I think you're being a bit ambitious there with that half second time gain...maybe a few tenths or so. The biggest thing you will notice is consistency when upgrading your pedal set. I went from a DFGT to a G27 and it was the consistency that I noticed right off the bat and not so much improvement in lap times. Granted, my times did improve, but it was nothing big. I did however change the spring in my brake pedal to the GTEye spring which did bring another small improvement in my lap times after I got used to it but again, it was only a few tenths. As I said, when improving your equipment, the biggest thing you'll notice is consistency. Who knows though, you might just hit it off with the new wheel and lap times could improve like you think, but in my experience and from reviews I've read, big gains in lap times are more the exception than the rule. Good luck with your switch though, hope it serves you well.

 

[Kryption]

Going to try again this morning before work, have to get a better lap time winners don't quit xD

 

[CodeRedR51]

I had a DFGT and then got myself a G27. It's as you say, the pedals are much much better. I'm not sure if it'd make you faster, but on the G27 it's easier to control the throttle and how much you're braking due to the stronger resistance in the pedals. I believe there are some mods to improve the pedal feel for the DFGT if you search on Youtube

Thanks rehdogg15 if g27 pedals have more control in throttle and braking then it tells me straight away that there's at least half a second there I'm at 2.07.5 I'll let you know the difference

Bungee cords.

 

[OutlawQuadrnt]

So I have the GT force steering wheel and pedals and there is no pressure what's so ever in the pedals it's as loose as you like. Reading reviews for the G27 it seems to be that this is the complete opposite situation. Will the g27 give me a better feel for the car? Most of all once I'm used to it is it gonna shave time off. I get the impression there's allot of time to be saved with one of these

I can share this much. I have a DF Pro with pedals so flimsy, my big toe hurts because that's the only way I can modulate the brake. I often have to pump the wheel just to get any results. The first time I ever touched a different wheel was the TS500 at National Finals. Absolutely hated the paddle shifters and how rubbery the wheel felt but I finally had a semblance of precision in my hands. Overall, I was slower but there was one car/track combo I had practiced for weeks that showed up in Finals. By the last lap, I hit a few corners faster than my best attempts and even then, I thought there was more to be had.

In short, the only ones that might find more time with a new wheel and pedals are those whose current equipment has noticeable wear and tear or is really really old. Even then, there will be an adjustment period.

 

[select20]

Up until an hour ago would have agreed but something just clicked for me and the lap time has just dropped away.

That's good to hear. Can't wait to get a little more time tonight.

 

[azrilnazli]

in asia they ditch Malaysia, who have long motorsport history

 

[azrilnazli]

G27 go for load cell mod or brake mod by ricmotech, and turn off ffb, focus on less steering input..that the aliens do in iracing

 

[Mt. Lynx]

I sadly don't have much time to play - tops an hour before bedtime usually - so I haven't got more than maybe ten legit laps so far. A high 2:09 means there is alot more out there. My aim is a 2:06 time, so it's time to study!

 

[Kryption]

After hours of hard work an no track experience at all xD also I use ds3

 

[SileightyCyrus]

So I tried my hand at modding the brake pedal on my new T300RS...and had some success, feeling good on the Alpine race mode TT...but I just couldn't figure out why I could not throw down a competitive time with the GTR...

...and realized, about 10 minutes before I had to turn off GT6 last night that I had screwed up my brake mod, and essentially made it impossible to hit 100% brake. I changed up my little brake mod and was immediately lapping .8 faster!

Long story short, I'm in the 300s, but my theoretical best puts me under 2:06

I think you'll be seeing me again this year, American brodudes.

 

[bournidle]

After my 3rd session my best is a 2:08.26 hoping to get in to the 2:07 by the weekend. Just need to stay focused!

 

[4679]

So today I was able to participate in GT Academy for the first time, and all I can say is... HOLY MOTHER OF UNDERSTEER!! This car handles worse on the DS3 than the Chaparral did before it was fixed.

It took me about 15 minutes to even get a time posted, and my top time was horrible. Not even going to say what it is since it's awful compared to all the times listed in this thread I'm not a "hard-core" GT racer though, if anything this event has already made me a better racer. While my time was bad, I still got the bronze easily, so I'll wait for round 2 and hope we get a better car there.

inb4thecaratround2hasenormousoversteer

 

[O_howell20]

What is the secret to a top time? Like top 4 time in England. Is it the device you a using? The experience you have on the game? A good lap with a loada luck? Or just pure time and effort you put into the game? I lap in the 2.07's and can't work out where these extra 2 seconds are gonna come from i want to be prepared for round 4. Also how many of the top British guys do we think are ineligible

 

[MCNAGTROC]

only good part about grinding out extra tenths on my lap is last night my Autobarmy trophy( and platinum) unlocked lol

 

[OutlawQuadrnt]

A few more pointers for those much further down the standings:

1. Take note on what the fast drivers are doing with execution (visual references, braking point, line, throttle up point, etc) but avoid doing it at the same speeds. Before you can do it fast, you you have to learn how to do it right.

2. Run multiple laps at a time rather than restart for every slip up. It develops rhythm and you'll avoid flubbing the last sector due to lack of practice.

3. For most corners, only touch the throttle when you're certain you won't have to back off. Letting the car turn with no gas or brake for an extra half a second is preferable to hesitation with power delivery.