RIDOX Replica Garage Fan Club - Suspended

[danbojte]

I know exactly how you feel @OdeFinn. Trying to get brake balance set properly is literally one of the most important things we can do. I think each and every member of this fan club is capable of winning a race if we drive well. Getting those brakes set properly is critical. I promise you all, when I wrote in here the last couple of days that I was having terrible issues setting my brakes, I was no exaggerating. Even when the race started I was not feeling comfortable with my brake balance at all. Somehow, on either lap one or two I started doing this thing where I was doing short quick pumps of the brakes - not stabbing at the brakes - there was some slowly feathering going on, but it somehow seemed to work for me and I tried my best to keep at it the rest of the race. I really couldn't trailbrake at all. I think I did 96% of my braking pre-turn in. I could have used trail braking more, but during practice I had several spins trail braking so I didn't want to chance it..

@danbojte Was your car based on the Diablo GT2? I thought all of our cars were built on the GT? Your car looked different. I don't think I built one of the GT2 base Diablo SV-R's...but it looks fantastic - unless those are just style changes from the GT6 Parts Shop? Either way...it looked sharp out there!! 👍

Another question, danbojte... I do agree that we should all be using a minimum amount of camber, whether that minimum is 0.0/0.0 or 2.1/3.0, whatever the Ridox Replica setup calls for...but do you think it would provide any type of competitive advantage to allow a driver to apply MORE camber, like @Thorin Cain would have preferred? In the "Great Camber Experiment", of which some of us Ridox Fan Club members participated, it was pretty well known that Camber is beneficial under some circumstances at lower values (like 1.0 - 2.0). I think camber IS still broken, however, because I don't think it works EXACTLY as it should under ALL circumstances and that sometimes 0.0 WILL be the fastest, highest grip setup. But I do know that certain camber ranges will provide slightly slower lap times but lesser wear on the tires. Anyway, I will always defer to your judgement and decisions when it comes to the rules of our Club Events. I just thought I would ask the question. While I haven't collected any raw data my guess would be: if Thorin Cain ran the higher camber setup on a track like Monza, he would probably experience slightly worse/less grip in straight line acceleration, but better turn in and in his own words, better braking stability. I don't know if he would have had any competitive advantage at all...

No, it was the GT and it is built like the tune sheet says. The GT2 has Pirelli logo on front and has different back. I couldn't win with the GT2, anyway. I'll double check it when I'll turn on my PS3. Yes it is a great looking car, thanks.

About the camber, it is true what you said about pros and cons related to camber. I'd just like that we stick with the replicas built by our friend, Ridox.
TC used different camber only in Practice sessions for testing purposes.

 

[Thorin Cain]

About the camber, it is true what you said about pros and cons related to camber. I'd just like that we stick with the replicas built by our friend, Ridox.

Me too. I like the fact we use identical cars for the races Of course I'd never run a race out-with the specs required. That's why I sought clarification before hand, to make sure when I was testing out BB for the race I was running the right set-up 👍

TC used different camber only in Practice sessions for testing purposes.

Yes, for testing purposes only 👍 I just like to experiment with the options Ridox provides on his replica's. Sometimes that small tweak here or there has a big impact on the set-up of the car for the driver and I like to find the one that helps to bring more enjoyment whenever I use the car. It was only after race 1, I tried the other camber options, purely out of curiosity It was no surprise to me that 2.5/1.5 was better for my lack-of-driving style. The low camber option, not so much

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

How was the oval race with the Camaro ? Any thoughts of the next week race ? Still oval, but maybe with slower car like 86GT ( amuse ) or Jun BRZ or use faster car ? I will post McLaren F1 ASAP.

 

[Thorin Cain]

How was the oval race with the Camaro ?

Mostly taking place on the other side of the track from where I was The first few laps were a bit scrappy by most of us but the others found their groove quicker than I did. Then I found an inconvenient parking spot against the pit wall entrance and had no hope after that

I've not watched the replay yet to see what happened up front yet, but It was shaping up to be a good battle last I saw 👍 Man that car goes some and sounds good doing it I'm going to have to try the Flat Floor version on some real race tracks real soon

I think more oval races could be cool. It's not something I've done a lot of but they can be pretty good fun 👍 A vs battle could be interesting if there are any cars similar in performance

I will post McLaren F1 ASAP.

I'll need to try that. I better find a nice wide track for this one

 

[OdeFinn]

I might have cheated bit, my diablo might had that "option" 5th gear, shorter... Probably just lost speed because of it, not sure, remembering at I was wondering should i use long or short..

@danbojte forthcoming events would be easier if there is explanation which choices are on use from tune sheet.

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

Mostly taking place on the other side of the track from where I was The first few laps were a bit scrappy by most of us but the others found their groove quicker than I did. Then I found an inconvenient parking spot against the pit wall entrance and had no hope after that

I've not watched the replay yet to see what happened up front yet, but It was shaping up to be a good battle last I saw 👍 Man that car goes some and sounds good doing it I'm going to have to try the Flat Floor version on some real race tracks real soon

I think more oval races could be cool. It's not something I've done a lot of but they can be pretty good fun 👍 A vs battle could be interesting if there are any cars similar in performance

I'll need to try that. I better find a nice wide track for this one

The Mac Laren F1 is on CM tire :scared : and it's already quicker at Tsukuba than the real life lap record by more than a second I will put higher grip tire as well up to SH.

For oval, there are plenty of GT3 replica based on road cars than can be used, 458 Italia, McLaren Mp4 12C, etc

I might have cheated bit, my diablo might had that "option" 5th gear, shorter... Probably just lost speed because of it, not sure, remembering at I was wondering should i use long or short..

@danbojte forthcoming events would be easier if there is explanation which choices are on use from tune sheet.

The 5th gear option ( lower top speed ) won't give advantage IMO, I saw your 1st race top speed in the main straight I think all used base gear ratio like I did

For next time, we should have a post similar to mine with the AWD at Bathurst, list of the specs used for the race and link to the actual replica if necessary

 

[Thorin Cain]

The Mac Laren F1 is on CM tire :scared : and it's already quicker at Tsukuba than the real life lap record by more than a second I will put higher grip tire as well up to SH.

It'll take a while for me to beat the lap record with it . Don't think I won't have fun trying though I find fewer cars have a better cockpit view and I'm looking forward to seeing some more of it:tup:

For next time, we should have a post similar to mine with the AWD at Bathurst, list of the specs used for the race and link to the actual replica if necessary

I think this would be the best way to avoid any possible confusion 👍 it worked really well for the Bathurst races. Having all of the cars on the same post also saved a bit of time in building the cars. If needed

 

[ALB123]

First of all, I just want to apologize to @danbojte -- I wasn't implying that I thought you had an advantage or anything with the Diablo SV-R based off the Diablo GT2. I know you would NEVER take the track with a pre-planned advantage. You don't have to...you whoop are butts just fine! I'm just incredibly embarrassed if anyone thought, especially you, that I was implying something like that. I was just curious as to it's looks. I don't know why, but I thought it looked different than the other cars. Maybe it was just the color.

As far as the issue I raised with allowing people to use different camber amounts. I raised the question, you answered it and I totally respect and agree with your answer. We really should be running 100% the exact same specs. That way it comes down to skill completely. I do believe that you and @OdeFinn possess greater skill than me, TC, TL, joaosoarescso and Brewguy44, but I don't think the gap is all that much. I 100% believe that any single one of us can win ANY given Saturday. And if you keep winning, well then TC and I are going to start teaming up to take your ass out malachi-crunch style! Just kidding...We would never do that!

Odefinn is exactly right. I'm not trying to make more work for you, danbojte...maybe Ridox could help with this? As if HE doesn't do enough for us already... But maybe on the 1st page, where you post the Weekly Event and brief list of specs, then there could be a copy/pasted listing of specs as they appear from Ridox's Garage but run through with a fine tooth comb, that way if Ridox had provided ANY optional or alternate damper, ride height, standard/racing brake recommendations, LSD settings, etc. our page will ONLY list the settings deemed appropriate by you, dear leader... 👍 Just something to think about. I think TC also recommended something like this.

@Ridox2JZGTE, I thought the oval race was fun. It was certainly different than what I'm used to. I don't know if I'd personally want to do another one this upcoming week unless it was like a 3rd race single race option, but that's just my opinion. There is one benefit about short-track oval racing and that is if someone messes up, like I did, it's very easy for the person behind to over take and I think that's good because it gives more people a chance. I don't know how I'd feel about racing a track like Daytona because of it's size. Ovals certainly aren't easy, but I don't think they're nearly as difficult as traditional circuits and therefore not as many "mistakes" are made. If danbojte or Odefinn take a decent lead on an oval, I'd say the chances of catching them are nil - barring a total wipeout. Perhaps I'm completely wrong about that. I have very little experience with those oval tracks.

 

[danbojte]

First of all, I just want to apologize to @danbojte -- I wasn't implying that I thought you had an advantage or anything with the Diablo SV-R based off the Diablo GT2. I know you would NEVER take the track with a pre-planned advantage. You don't have to...you whoop are butts just fine! I'm just incredibly embarrassed if anyone thought, especially you, that I was implying something like that. I was just curious as to it's looks. I don't know why, but I thought it looked different than the other cars. Maybe it was just the color.

As far as the issue I raised with allowing people to use different camber amounts. I raised the question, you answered it and I totally respect and agree with your answer. We really should be running 100% the exact same specs. That way it comes down to skill completely. I do believe that you and @OdeFinn possess greater skill than me, TC, TL, joaosoarescso and Brewguy44, but I don't think the gap is all that much. I 100% believe that any single one of us can win ANY given Saturday. And if you keep winning, well then TC and I are going to start teaming up to take your ass out malachi-crunch style! Just kidding...We would never do that!

Odefinn is exactly right. I'm not trying to make more work for you, danbojte...maybe Ridox could help with this? As if HE doesn't do enough for us already... But maybe on the 1st page, where you post the Weekly Event and brief list of specs, then there could be a copy/pasted listing of specs as they appear from Ridox's Garage but run through with a fine tooth comb, that way if Ridox had provided ANY optional or alternate damper, ride height, standard/racing brake recommendations, LSD settings, etc. our page will ONLY list the settings deemed appropriate by you, dear leader... 👍 Just something to think about. I think TC also recommended something like this.

@Ridox2JZGTE, I thought the oval race was fun. It was certainly different than what I'm used to. I don't know if I'd personally want to do another one this upcoming week unless it was like a 3rd race single race option, but that's just my opinion. There is one benefit about short-track oval racing and that is if someone messes up, like I did, it's very easy for the person behind to over take and I think that's good because it gives more people a chance. I don't know how I'd feel about racing a track like Daytona because of it's size. Ovals certainly aren't easy, but I don't think they're nearly as difficult as traditional circuits and therefore not as many "mistakes" are made. If danbojte or Odefinn take a decent lead on an oval, I'd say the chances of catching them are nil - barring a total wipeout. Perhaps I'm completely wrong about that. I have very little experience with those oval tracks.

👍
I'll try to eliminate any confusions for the future events.
I agree about the ovals. Maybe we can do them from time to time for fun.

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

First of all, I just want to apologize to @danbojte -- I wasn't implying that I thought you had an advantage or anything with the Diablo SV-R based off the Diablo GT2. I know you would NEVER take the track with a pre-planned advantage. You don't have to...you whoop are butts just fine! I'm just incredibly embarrassed if anyone thought, especially you, that I was implying something like that. I was just curious as to it's looks. I don't know why, but I thought it looked different than the other cars. Maybe it was just the color.

As far as the issue I raised with allowing people to use different camber amounts. I raised the question, you answered it and I totally respect and agree with your answer. We really should be running 100% the exact same specs. That way it comes down to skill completely. I do believe that you and @OdeFinn possess greater skill than me, TC, TL, joaosoarescso and Brewguy44, but I don't think the gap is all that much. I 100% believe that any single one of us can win ANY given Saturday. And if you keep winning, well then TC and I are going to start teaming up to take your ass out malachi-crunch style! Just kidding...We would never do that!

Odefinn is exactly right. I'm not trying to make more work for you, danbojte...maybe Ridox could help with this? As if HE doesn't do enough for us already... But maybe on the 1st page, where you post the Weekly Event and brief list of specs, then there could be a copy/pasted listing of specs as they appear from Ridox's Garage but run through with a fine tooth comb, that way if Ridox had provided ANY optional or alternate damper, ride height, standard/racing brake recommendations, LSD settings, etc. our page will ONLY list the settings deemed appropriate by you, dear leader... 👍 Just something to think about. I think TC also recommended something like this.

@Ridox2JZGTE, I thought the oval race was fun. It was certainly different than what I'm used to. I don't know if I'd personally want to do another one this upcoming week unless it was like a 3rd race single race option, but that's just my opinion. There is one benefit about short-track oval racing and that is if someone messes up, like I did, it's very easy for the person behind to over take and I think that's good because it gives more people a chance. I don't know how I'd feel about racing a track like Daytona because of it's size. Ovals certainly aren't easy, but I don't think they're nearly as difficult as traditional circuits and therefore not as many "mistakes" are made. If danbojte or Odefinn take a decent lead on an oval, I'd say the chances of catching them are nil - barring a total wipeout. Perhaps I'm completely wrong about that. I have very little experience with those oval tracks.

The oval can be for bonus race if the mood it there Motegi is better IMO, shorter and suited well for cars with 500HP as it will requires some braking

 

[ALB123]

The oval can be for bonus race if the mood it there Motegi is better IMO, shorter and suited well for cars with 500HP as it will requires some braking

I definitely think we should stick to Motegi due to its size. Even when the tires were shredded you could do a lap in 40 seconds or less. Braking on those shredded right tires makes for an interesting turn-in, that's for sure! Honestly, I hope that we stay away from LMP style cars, which I'm assuming we will since this is a Ridox Replica Garage fan club. I don't mind driving them, but there are several hundred better choices for danbojte to choose from out of your inventory.

I have been rather busy lately...I haven't even built the Veyron yet. Hopefully I will be on a track with the Veyron within the next hour or two. I am REALLY looking forward to the McLaren. 👍

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

I definitely think we should stick to Motegi due to its size. Even when the tires were shredded you could do a lap in 40 seconds or less. Braking on those shredded right tires makes for an interesting turn-in, that's for sure! Honestly, I hope that we stay away from LMP style cars, which I'm assuming we will since this is a Ridox Replica Garage fan club. I don't mind driving them, but there are several hundred better choices for danbojte to choose from out of your inventory.

I have been rather busy lately...I haven't even built the Veyron yet. Hopefully I will be on a track with the Veyron within the next hour or two. I am REALLY looking forward to the McLaren. 👍

I may post a special car for Motegi, A JGTC car ( premium ) that should be easy to be consistent and fun to race. I have built it long ago but never got the chance to post it.

 

[danbojte]

I've built the Veyron - Base and Handling, and took it to Ascari Challenge on CS tyres.
I didn't win but I think it can be done (had not necessary time to do it).
The car is Beautiful.

 

[ALB123]

I've built the Veyron - Base and Handling, and took it to Ascari Challenge on CS tyres.
I didn't win but I think it can be done (had not necessary time to do it).
The car is Beautiful.

The Ascari Challenge? I'm assuming that is the 10 Lap event in the Super license class? That's actually a really nice, challenging event if you don't just hop in the sickest of cars with specs completely maxed out by event specs. I've lost a few races there but had a really good time because I was battling an AI driver that wasn't doing anything dirty, just driving faster than I could...

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

I've built the Veyron - Base and Handling, and took it to Ascari Challenge on CS tyres.
I didn't win but I think it can be done (had not necessary time to do it).
The car is Beautiful.

It's beautiful looking, but the handling had me worried when I posted it. It has so much power that it could burn all 4 tires in mid corner The CS tire also may be too much for many drivers, but the next McLaren F1 is on CM

 

[danbojte]

It's beautiful looking, but the handling had me worried when I posted it. It has so much power that it could burn all 4 tires in mid corner The CS tire also may be too much for many drivers, but the next McLaren F1 is on CM

I wrote Beautiful with Capitals (as I did before) and you already should know I'm talking about the Whole Car, including handling. 👍

 

[Brewguy44]

I've built the Veyron - Base and Handling, and took it to Ascari Challenge on CS tyres.
I didn't win but I think it can be done (had not necessary time to do it).
The car is Beautiful.

Can you use the 2013 model or are they different. I don't have the 2009 model and I didn't want to buy it if I don't have to.

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

Can you use the 2013 model or are they different. I don't have the 2009 model and I didn't want to buy it if I don't have to.

I think both year are identical ( power, weight and PP ) when bought from dealership, try it

 

[Brewguy44]

I think both year are identical ( power, weight and PP ) when bought from dealership, try it

I just checked and Yea they are the same, so I'll try it on mine.

Do you use Standard Brakes Only for all your tunes?

 

[danbojte]

Indianapolis 500 Live Now!

 

[Ridox2JZGTE]

I just checked and Yea they are the same, so I'll try it on mine.

Do you use Standard Brakes Only for all your tunes?

Yes, standard brakes unless I stated otherwise ( usually racing brakes is optional )

 

[Thorin Cain]

And if you keep winning, well then TC and I are going to start teaming up to take your ass out malachi-crunch style! Just kidding...We would never do that!

We'd need to catch him first though

 

[Brewguy44]

Indy Update!!! 3 Car Crash with 22 laps to go. WOW!!!

 

[danbojte]

Fantastic racing and a Wow finish.

 

[ALB123]

We'd need to catch him first though

Crap...I never thought about that!

 

[danbojte]

Car specs for May 30th Club Event:


Tuned to replicate Camaro GT3 YACO Racing (Reiter Engineering)
Sports Soft

CAR : Chevrolet Camaro SS '10
Tire : Sports Soft or less

Specs
Horsepower: 641 HP / 650PS at 6300 RPM
Torque : 589.3 ft-lb at 5300 RPM
Power Limiter at : 100%
Weight: 1310 kg
Ballast : 9 kg
Ballast Position : -50
Weight Distribution : 48 / 52
Performance Points: 582

GT AUTO
Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity - Mandatory
Aero Kits Type C
Custom Rear Wing :
Wing Mount Type A
Wing Large Type B
Winglets Type C
Height +2 and Width +38
Wheels : Standard Size ENKEI RC-T4 or OZ Racing Superfogiata or OZ Racing Ultraleggera or GT-Ab11 in Black or Dark Bronze
Car Paint : Black, White or Silver (Plain - choose either of those when buying) - repainting will put big stripes on the car.

Tuning Parts Installed :
Engine Tuning Stage 1
Sports Computer
Racing Exhaust
Catalytic Converter Sports
Supercharger
Triple Plate Clutch
Carbon Drive Shaft
Fully Customizable Dog Clutch Transmission
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weigh Reduction Stage 3
Carbon Hood (Body Color)
Window Weight Reduction
Racing or Standard Brakes Kit

Suspension - GT3 Reiter Engineering Suspension System with Ohlins TTX Racing Springs and Damper
Front, Rear

Ride Height: 80 80
Spring Rate: 13.25 15.25
Dampers (Compression): 6 5
Dampers (Extension): 7 4
Anti-Roll Bars: 6 6
Camber Angle: 0.2 0.2
Toe Angle: -0.07 0.07

LSD - 2 Way LSD High Preload
Initial Torque : 33
Acceleration Sensitivity: 36
Braking Sensitivity: 36

DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - HOLINGER Speed Shift Homologated Ratio with Low Final
Install all power parts
Set Default
Set Final to 4.965
Set Auto Max Speed at 210kmh / 130mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 2.846
2nd 2.235
3rd 1.764
4th 1.473
5th 1.232
6th 1.037
Set Final : 3.088

AERO:
REAR : 20 (MAX)

Recomended Brake Balance:
4/4 (personal (Ridox) BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 4/4.

Recommended setting for DS3 user :

Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, with 4/4 brake balance as starting point.

Feel free to alter the BB.

 

[danbojte]

Let's have some fun.
Room opened in Club Lobby. Seasonal Intermediate , Ralliart Evo X 451PP 12 laps. Join me.

 

[joaosoarescso]

I would love to join you, its been 2 weeks without racing with you guys.

I'm having a blast with the FIT/JAZZ RS, maybe I'll create a room for 450pp cara

 

[danbojte]

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/thre...rspeed12-veyron.294814/page-115#post-10696426
This car, the base version.

 

[ALB123]

Ahhh I just got home. I don't have that car built. I'm not a very big fan of those types of cars. I've got a few things I need to do first anyway, so I probably won't be able to join ya. So, we're using the Camaro GT3 again this week? That's the same car we used at Motegi two days ago, right?