Notes :
The Civic One Make Series was a long tradition in Japan which has been run for over 30 years. It stopped briefly in early to mid 2000's, replaced by Integra Series. With the return of FD2 Civic Type R, the series reignited with Civic back on the spotlight.
This particular replica is based on Championship winning car driven by T. Matsui, the Mugen/ATS/TEIN Tokai sponsored car fought a fierce battles throughout the years from 2008 to 2010 against Nobuteru Taniguchi and several other high profile race drivers. The winning formula is a good setup suspension and LSD as other variable are controlled in one make series ( power/weight/tires/gearbox )
After long research back in GT6 release days, I collected various information about the Civic Type R One Make model. The car was sold officially by Honda Japan at cheaper price - about 1.6 million Yen, compared to vanilla road going model at 2.6+ million Yen. The One Make FD2 omitted many parts from road going model, thus making it strictly track car. Most of road car requirements are gone :
Mechanical
* Helical Limited Slip Differential
Interior
* Honda R Spec seat
* Leather steering wheel
* Drivers metal foot rest
* I-SRS airbags for driver and passenger
Other Equipment
* HID headlights
* LED high mount stop lamp
* Full auto Air Conditioner
* Keyless entry system
* Security Alarm and Immobilizer
* Power Door Locks
* Passenger and rear seat
* All seatbelts
* Sun visors and vanity mirrors
* Center console
* Roof lining, carpet and all other lining
* Under car protective coating, tools, warning flare etc
This gives the Civic FD2 One Make much lower base weight when bought, but racing car preparation, like safety roll cage, suspension, LSD parts also add some fat to the car. The road going Civic Type R FD2 has about 61/39 weight distribution at 1260-1270kg. Removing AC cuts the weight to 1250kg. After some research about weight savings, I decided to use 1220kg and 60/40 distribution. This is a realistic figure based on about 50+kg saving from the omitted parts and added safety roll cage.
Power is based on several Honda Civic FD2 Type R One Make Race Car exported overseas, built by Mugen, the car was dynoed on engine dyno with 235HP output and slight torque increase across the board. This is possible due to the Mugen parts like ECU and Racing Exhaust. Redline should be at 9000 RPM.
The Mugen SSR/TEIN/ATS/Tokai Civic replica is fitted with TEIN Circuit Master Super Racing - Ultimate Spec Coilover, I chose this as the more preferred TEIN SRC Circuit Master Type N1 Damper base spring rate are not possible ( too high ). The TEIN SRC Ultimate Spec is specialized for circuit racing use, offering significant drop in ride height, 10kg/mm front springs and a host of rear springs options ( 8/10/12 kg/mm ). The real car uses lower rear ride height and slightly higher front ( 1 in higher ) to maintain weight balance under heavy cornering. This translate to 100/75 ride height and can be compared to the real car pictures, although the real car is a bit lower overall - about 10 to 20mm - not possible in GT6 as the lowest is 75mm
I have setup the damper, ARB, camber and toe to work on all spring rate combination and ride height. Try them all and choose one that suits you best. The real car suspension setup is best replicated using my personal setup suspension listed at the top above, with high camber, and 97/75 ride height. Visual ride height and camber has been replicated as well.
Gearing is stock as used on on make series, while LSD is special model build from Active Traction Service ( ATS ), this particular LSD is specially tuned to Mr. Matsui spec which help him winning several races. The ATS LSD is 1 way, based on Silent Type Metal disc model line up, with 20 disc/plates, 70 degree cam angle ( high lock ) giving distinct throttle induced car control freedom and medium preload at 8kg-m. The LSD can be setup for lower cam angle at 45 and 55 degree by cam ring rearrangement, I have provided both setup as options below :
LSD - 1 Way ATS Silent Type Metal LSD type R - Matsui Spec - 20 Disc/Plates -Optional 45 Cam Angle
Initial Torque : 19
Acceleration Sensitivity:31
Braking Sensitivity: 5
LSD - 1 Way ATS Silent Type Metal LSD type R - Matsui Spec - 20 Disc/Plates -Optional 55 Cam Angle
Initial Torque : 19
Acceleration Sensitivity: 37
Braking Sensitivity: 5
To get as close as possible to the real life performance, I used lap times record ( race and qualifying times ) at 3 different track that are available in GT6. Suzuka, Twin Ring Motegi Road Course and Fuji Speedway F are the 3 tracks that are regulars in Civic One Make Race Series. The tires is Sports Soft which is comparable to the Yokohama Advan Racing Slick used in the One Make Series ( most probably ADVAN A005 )
T. Matsui held the pole time record at Twin Ring Motegi with 2:10s lap and quickest race best times at low 2:12s, while at Fuji Speedway, race best times at low 1:57s and Suzuka race best times at 2:23s flat. The qualifying/pole record times at Fuji and Suzuka is unknown, but roughly about 1.5 to 2+seconds quicker than race best times. Expect the replica to lap in 1:55s at Fuji, 2:20s at Suzuka and 2:10s at Twin Ring Motegi Road Course.
I tuned and tested mainly at the those 3 tracks, and the replica can easily lap in 2:20s at Suzuka, 2:10s at Twin Ring Motegi Road Course and 1:55s at Fuji Speedway F.
Below are the 3 best lap replays of the track for reference.
Personal Setup Ride Height 97/75
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You really outdid yourself with this tune Ridox. I say this because I just set a 2:23.068 lap time in the current Seasonal Event on Mount Panorama. It was only my second "clean" lap and A) I am terrible with FF drive cars. I just don't drive them enough. I don't know how long to let the wheels spin for maximum power/speed through the lower gears and B) I am awful at night driving on courses like Bathurst. So, if I can get Gold fairly easily, anyone can do it.Mugen CIVIC SSR
TEIN ATS ED Cars / Tokai PALLAS
T. Matsui FD2 Civic Type R
Civic One Make Series Race Car Replica
Special Build Matsui FD2 Civic One Make Champion Car for FITT BTCC
500PP NO FLAT FLOOR Version
Sports Hard
CAR : Honda Civic Type R FD2 '08
Tire : Sports Hard
Specs
Horsepower: 389 HP at 9200 RPM
Torque : 244.9 ft-lb at 7100 RPM
Power Limiter at : 100%
Weight: 1130 kg
Ballast : 91 kg
Ballast Position : 50
Weight Distribution : 54 / 46
Performance Points: 500
GT AUTO
Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity ( INSTALLED IN THIS BUILD ) - MANDATORY - real one make civic has roll cage.
Wheels : Standard Size RAYS 57Gainer
Car Paint : Pure White
Aero Kits Type A
Custom Rear Wing
Wing Mount Standard F
Wing Small I
Winglets Small N
Height -8
Width +5
Car Number : 44
Tuning Parts Installed :
Engine Tuning Stage 1
Sports Computer
Sports Exhaust
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
Catalytic Converter Sports
High RPM Turbo Kit
Triple Plate Clutch
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weight Reduction Stage 3
Carbon Hood ( Body Color )
Window Weight Reduction
Racing Brakes Kit
Suspension - TEIN SRC Super Racing Circuit Master Ultimate Spec Coilover F:10, R:8, 10, 12
Visual + Low Camber
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 100 75
Spring Rate 10.00 12.00
Dampers (Compression): 4 8
Dampers (Extension): 5 4
ARB 4 6
Camber Angle 0.5 1.2
Toe Angle 0.13 -0.66 ( Use lower Rear Toe Out for more stable steering -0.60 or -0.53 )
DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - BTCC Build Specification XTRAC 516 Touring Car
6 Speed Sequential
Set Default
Set Final to 5.339
Set Auto Max Speed at 180kmh / 112mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 3.167
2nd 2.286
3rd 1.800
4th 1.467
5th 1.222
6th 1.042
Set Final : 3.615
LSD - 1 Way ATS Silent Type Metal LSD type R - Matsui Spec Low Lock Medium Preload
Initial Torque : 17
Acceleration Sensitivity: 17
Braking Sensitivity: 5
AERO
Rear : 5 ( MIN )
Brake Balance:
3/7 ( personal BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 2/4, for ABS 1 - feel free to use your preferred brake balance. Highly recommended 3/7 on ABS 1.
Recommended setting for DS3 user :
Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, except ABS 1 ( if not comfortable with ABS 0 ) with 3/7 brake balance as starting point.
Notes :
Quoted Notes from the original replica post :
Originally built for FITT BTCC Championship for a race team ( @Ridox2JZGTE / @Lewis_Hamilton_ ), this is an adapted tune based on a replica of Civic FD2 Champion in Japan Civic One Make Race Series. The car has been proven competitive winning all 3 races at the 1st venue in the championship calendar at Brands Hatch Indy with excellent tire life.
FITT BTCC CHAMPIONSHIP
Some changes have been made from the tune used in the FITT BTCC Championship, mainly power increase ( High RPM Turbo and Intake Tuning ), weight reduced further while maintaining same distribution as mandated in the FITT BTCC, removal of flat floor for more top speed, and revised 3rd to 6th gear ratio and BTCC Spec Final 3.615 for Bathurst. If the car is too loose ( steering too sensitive on lower speed ), use the optional rear toe out values.
The car should be capable of at least 2:20s at Bathurst. Enjoy.
Absolutely , I've tried the thumbstick but I'm not a big fan, apart from the fact it took me ages to stop trying to steer with both sticksHave you tried using the right joy stick for gas/brake (up/down), it's helped me to be able to use abs0 with some decent results, it does take a while to get used to it, but once you get it you'll wonder how you ever lived without it, you'll be able to ease in the brakes and gas more evenly than by using the buttons. It would be fun if you would come and join us in "Car of the Month November" - Maserati Gran Turismo S, it's pretty informal and the people are great, we even have this guy (I can't name him 'cause the FED's are looking at his tunings, they think he uses illegal settings, but if it helps you his name starts with "R" and ends with "E") who submits Replica Tunes
, can you believe it?
to you all, good day
, I like to use left-foot braking (Left edge of thumb braking really.)sometimes and I cant do that with the stick. I have been trying the R2/L2 combo as well (after playing Forza on a friends Xbox for years) this does give a lot more control than the old X and square method too but I don't know, just feels wrong to me. I'm pretty sure it has something to do with an old dog and new tricks. 
Count me in 👍 I saw this pop up while I was at work and thought it would be a great choice for it. I liked the car in GT5 but I've haven't got round to buying it this time around, now seems as good a time as any.
So when I'll be less spooked by it I will try it again and give you a proper review.
but that it was unlikely that something like that could work (that's when I tested your NSX). Well, ...... I'm now ready to enter the data and give it a go, so, if you could please, just tell me which cars are your gems, it would be very very very appreciated. I would need 1x FF, (Coffee Mugs)
Hello good neighbor, these are times of strange happenings. After reading the reviews by @danbojte , @ALB123, and Thorin Cain for your Ferrari Dino, I decided to try it, so I bought one out of the box, no oil change and this is what I get as I added the parts:
Stock: 191HP 413PP
Eng.Stage1 - 212HP 427PP
Computer - 225HP 435PP
Sports Exh. - 235HP 441PP
Cat.Concerter - 246HP 447PP
Intake Tuning - 264HP 456PP
now with oil change and limiter at 97.1 you get 251HP at 450PP, with the limiter at 95.1 I get 250HP at 450PP, and this is again without oil change, so anyways I went to try it, the handling was great but oh what deception, on the last turn some 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬 hit me from behind, sent me out of bounds and *** I *** was given a ramming penalty, finished second very very frustrated. So today, feeling much more zen I decide to go see if I didn't make a mistake when powering up the car, guess what? All the parts I bought had disappeared, it was as if I had never used the car, I had to buy all the parts again, but they did put 82.7km on it for good behavior. I just don't know what to think about this car.
I don't know if you remember that small conversation we had about suspension, I told you I wanted to try to make a suspension emulator, you were quite nice in not saying I was crazy
1x FR, 1x RR, 1x MR, and 1x4WD, I want the best of the best, with no aero if possible. (haven't figured out how to transfer their - PD - downforce numbers into data that I can use yet, but had had a good idea at work today on how to do it).
Of course you will be sent a copy as soon as I finish the prototype for you to try this and give your feedback if you want. I'm off to see my other good neighbors DolHaus and Xande to see if they want to participate. Thanks for your time, have a good morning.
. Check the OP for the complete list. The 1st and 2nd page of the thread has some really good cars ( Kei Office S14, AE86 Nishizao SPL, Zeek MR2 GTSa and Hennessey Venom 600 GT )
I bought the parts fresh out of the box with the car, I'll wait until you have a look on your side and than I'll just buy another one to make sure. You can never have to many Dino's in your garageI will have to check it it has oil change or it may have worn out oil
The missing parts, did you buy the parts when on track and then you quit the game after finishing the race, before returning to main menu. Parts / tuning changes when on track are not saved until the player return to the main menu and after triggering auto save / manually saved by player.
For cars I considered gems, there are many, I think you should just pick models that interests you, most of the bonus tunes are good, the GT4 cars generally well made, except the Evora which I'm still not happy with. Some GT3 cars need work, like the Viper, Jaguar G3 and Gallardo GT3.
For FF : HKS Honda Accord Euro R or Focus ST 2014 MotorTrend Streets of Willow
For FR : Camaro GT3 ( no flat floor ) or Camaro Z/28 replica or Chevroler C5 Z06 or Tom's Advox Supra RZ or Lexus ISF or Ferrari 599XX Evoluzione or SpoonSport / Typr One Garage S2000 ( very good )
For RR : RUF RGT GT4 ( Porsche 996 ) -use the update stable spring setup or Blackbird ( Yellowbird ) Wangan Midnight Stage 1
For MR : Ferrari F40 ( Auto MotorSport version ) or Lamborghini Gallardo SL LP570-4 ( this is also 4WD ) on page64 or the Nicks Forza Dino 246 GT
For Front Engined 4WD : Bee Racing Skyline GTR R32 400PS - page 2 or Nissan GTR replica
Just a small list
I have some completed cars that also very good, will post them within 2 days : HKS CT200MR ( Evo IX ), Corvette C4 Grand Sport etc
This is a good review of GT3 cars that should give an idea of how they perform :
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The base setup needs online shake down with race regs ( tire wear normal etc ) and let me know if it needs more rotation or any improvement. There are quite a few tuning aspect ( ballast position, ride height, springs, damper, ARB, camber, toe ) that can be tweaked to suit, as they were intentionally built with limitation to maximize potential from simple changes. The base tune when driven offline on 1st lap cold tires is capable of mid 1:01s at Silverstone National, 1:34s at Brands Hatch GP, 50s at Brands Hatch Indy, and 1:42s at Indianapolis Road.
This looks like a very cool car. I think I'll build it and see how she drives. I noticed that the Flat Floor is installed on this build. PD really needs to examine how it's implementing Flat Floors in this game. A) The Flat Floor absolutely kills top speed. B) Adding the Flat Floor increases your PP value so much that it's never worth using in a race because you already know you're losing speed. C) I don't think Flat Floors really help through the twisty's as much as it should.KW Competition Volkswagen Scirocco R '10 Cup Racer
Special Build Scirocco FITT BTCC GTP
Sports Soft
CAR : Volkswagen Scirocco R '10
Tire : Sports Soft
Specs - BTCC GTP
Horsepower: 300 HP at 5900 RPM
Torque : 276.6 ft-lb at 5100 RPM
Power Limiter at : 95.6%
Weight: 1300 kg
Ballast : 135 kg
Ballast Position : -24
Weight Distribution : 54 /46
Performance Points: 489
GT AUTO
NO Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity ( INSTALLED IN THIS BUILD ) - MANDATORY
Aero Kits Type A
Flat Floor Type A
Rear Wing Custom Wing Type A
Wheels : Standard Size RAYS GTS in Black Chrome
Car Paint : Tangerine Scream
Tuning Parts Installed :
Engine Tuning Stage 1
Sports Computer
Racing Exhaust
Triple Plate Clutch
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weight Reduction Stage 3
Carbon Hood ( Body Color )
Racing Brakes Kit
Suspension - KW Competition Racing 3 Way Damper 120/90
Base Setup / Stable
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 90 90
Spring Rate: 12.23 9.17
Dampers (Compression): 7 8
Dampers (Extension): 8 3
Anti-Roll Bars: 4 6
Camber Angle: 1.6 1.6
Toe Angle: 0.13 -0.13
Suspension - KW Competition Racing 3 Way Damper 120/90
Loose
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 90 90
Spring Rate: 12.23 9.17
Dampers (Compression): 7 8
Dampers (Extension): 8 3
Anti-Roll Bars: 4 6
Camber Angle: 0.8 1.6
Toe Angle: 0.13 -0.63 ( Rear Toe Out up to -0.70 )
DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - XTRAC Touring Car 516 Series
BTCC Build Spec
Set Default
Set Final to 4.430
Set Auto Max Speed at 200kmh / 124mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 3.167
2nd 2.286
3rd 1.867
4th 1.600
5th 1.353
6th 1.150
Set Final : 3.615 - Short Track ( OPTIONAL : 3.066 Final - more top speed / Long Track )
LSD - 1 Way VWR Plate Type LSD
Initial Torque : 20
Acceleration Sensitivity: 30
Braking Sensitivity: 5
Alternative Loose LSD - Recommended
LSD - 1 Way VWR Plate Type LSD ( Low Lock )
Initial Torque : 20
Acceleration Sensitivity: 20
Braking Sensitivity: 5
AERO
Rear : 5 ( MIN )
Brake Balance:
3/5 ( personal BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 3/5, for ABS 1 - feel free to use your preferred brake balance. I recommend to run 1 or 2 click higher at the rear.
Recommended setting for DS3 user :
Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, except ABS 1 ( if not comfortable with ABS 0 ) with 3/5 brake balance as starting point.
Notes :
A simple base tune for BTCC GTP Championship - a quickie build in 30+minutes. I have several race coilover kit replica setup available
The optional low lock LSD is the lowest setting I recommended, any lower there will be only loss and no gain. Alignment can be tailored to driving style, rear toe out can range up to 3/8" or up to -0.70+, suitable for short/sprint online road race. Ride height can use higher front for more rotation on a sensible amount, will need minor tweaks to keep it smooth. Other spring rate combo also available, higher rate at the rear can be used to an extent. An extreme spring rate setup with closer wheel rate to each other also can be used ( if you are a daredevil )
Brake balance can use higher rear if preferred, 3/7 is possible and should give better rotation on entry.
The base tune above managed to spin out ( over rotate ) while braking and sharp feint move ( ABS 0 ) on entry at Maggots, Silverstone National.
and maintain 60+mph on the last corner, this would translate at least mid 51s 
Courtenay Sport / NITRON Vauxhall VX/R220 Track Racer Replica
Special Build Courtenay Sport/NITRON VX/R220
450PP Version
Sports Hard
CAR : Vauxhall VX220 '00
Tire : Sports Hard
Specs
Horsepower: 215 HP at 6500 RPM
Torque : 196.9 ft-lb at 4500 RPM
Power Limiter at : 99.7%
Weight: 875 kg
Ballast : 85 kg
Ballast Position : 9
Weight Distribution : 45 / 55 as real car spec
Performance Points: 450
GT AUTO
NO Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity ( NOT INSTALLED IN THIS BUILD )
Wheels : Stock
Car Paint : Sunlight Silver Metallic
Tuning Parts Installed :
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
High RPM Range Turbo Kit
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Dog Clutch Transmission
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weight Reduction Stage 1
Suspension - NITRON Race 3 Way Coilover Kit
ERS Springs 500/550 ( Lowered )
Vauxhall Street/Track Alignment
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 89 89
Spring Rate 8.93 9.82
Dampers (Compression): 6 4
Dampers (Extension): 9 9
ARB 5 5
Camber Angle 0.1 1.6 ( Front Camber Range : 0.1 +- 0.2, Rear Camber Range : 1.8 +- 0.2 )
Toe Angle 0.07 0.20 ( Front Toe In Range : 0.00 +- 0.07, Rear Toe In Range : 0.36 +- 0.20 )
DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - Vauxhall VX220 Turbo Getrag F23 (287) 5 Speed
Stock Final
Set Default
Set Final to 3.630
Set Auto Max Speed at 300kmh / 180mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 3.580
2nd 2.020
3rd 1.350
4th 0.970
5th 0.790
Set Final : 3.630
( OPTIONAL Courtenay Sport 4.170 Final for Getrag F23 )
LSD - 2 Way OS Giken Custom Built 25% Preload & Lock
Initial Torque : 17
Acceleration Sensitivity: 17
Braking Sensitivity: 17
Brake Balance:
5/5 ( personal BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 5/5, for ABS 1 - feel free to use your preferred brake balance. I recommend to run 5/5.
Recommended setting for DS3 user :
Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, except ABS 1 ( if not comfortable with ABS 0 ) with 5/5 brake balance as starting point.
Notes :
This replica is based on a Courtenay Sport customer car, originally VX220 NA car modified with Z20LET engine transplant and Z20LEH K04 Turbo from Astra VXR offering better performance and reliability. The 450PP is limited in power to fit in the regulation FITT British Invasion Tuning Challenge.
The weight of the car is 875kg ( curb weight of NA VX220 ) with 45/55 weight distribution of NA car. Suspension has been upgraded with NITRON NTR Race Coilover 3 Way with ERS Springs at 500/550. The stiff springs and ratio are chosen based on well proven formula for track racer VX220 with sticky semi slick tires. The front springs are harder than usual this time, offering sharper steering with damper & ARB all around setup for balanced handling. Ride height has been lowered by about 2 inch from stock height, while the alignment is based on street / mild track duty range of values, and I used less rear toe in to give more play when at the track.
Transmission uses Turbo VX220 Getrag 5 Speed ratios and final. This offers much better spread for the added power and torque, giving nice pull without inherent wheelspin drama. Courtenay Sport also offer performance/track oriented Final Drive at 4.170, giving much quicker acceleration from 1st to 3rd gear at a cost of lower top speed.
LSD is based on OS Giken with custom job, torque preload set at 25% with 2 way setup, also 25% lock. This will give nice balance against suspension setup, while still giving good traction even on lower gear exit. Simply hammer the throttle when in doubt and let the rear kick a bit then the LSD will do it's job, just make sure to hold that steering wheel like a man.
The VX220 was tuned and tested at Brands Hatch Indy, Willow Springs, Tsukuba, Autumn Ring and Red Bull Ring. At Brands Hatch Indy, it managed 52.1s with ease on SH tire. I have provided a replay of the run for reference. A good run would yield 19s 1st sector
No, sorry. I forgot the ballast.
Courtenay Sport / NITRON Vauxhall VX/R220 Track Racer Replica
Special Build Courtenay Sport/NITRON VX/R220
450PP Version
Sports Hard
CAR : Vauxhall VX220 '00
Tire : Sports Hard
Specs
Horsepower: 215 HP at 6500 RPM
Torque : 196.9 ft-lb at 4500 RPM
Power Limiter at : 99.7%
Weight: 875 kg
Ballast : 85 kg
Ballast Position : 9
Weight Distribution : 45 / 55 as real car spec
Performance Points: 450
GT AUTO
NO Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity ( NOT INSTALLED IN THIS BUILD )
Wheels : Stock
Car Paint : Sunlight Silver Metallic
Tuning Parts Installed :
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
High RPM Range Turbo Kit
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Dog Clutch Transmission
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weight Reduction Stage 1
Suspension - NITRON Race 3 Way Coilover Kit
ERS Springs 500/550 ( Lowered )
Vauxhall Street/Track Alignment
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 89 89
Spring Rate 8.93 9.82
Dampers (Compression): 6 4
Dampers (Extension): 9 9
ARB 5 5
Camber Angle 0.1 1.6 ( Front Camber Range : 0.1 +- 0.2, Rear Camber Range : 1.8 +- 0.2 )
Toe Angle 0.07 0.20 ( Front Toe In Range : 0.00 +- 0.07, Rear Toe In Range : 0.36 +- 0.20 )
DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - Vauxhall VX220 Turbo Getrag F23 (287) 5 Speed
Stock Final
Set Default
Set Final to 3.630
Set Auto Max Speed at 290kmh / 180mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 3.580
2nd 2.020
3rd 1.350
4th 0.970
5th 0.790
Set Final : 3.630
( OPTIONAL Courtenay Sport 4.170 Final for Getrag F23 )
LSD - 2 Way OS Giken Custom Built 25% Preload & Lock
Initial Torque : 17
Acceleration Sensitivity: 17
Braking Sensitivity: 17
Brake Balance:
5/5 ( personal BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 5/5, for ABS 1 - feel free to use your preferred brake balance. I recommend to run 5/5.
Recommended setting for DS3 user :
Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, except ABS 1 ( if not comfortable with ABS 0 ) with 5/5 brake balance as starting point.
Notes :
This replica is based on a Courtenay Sport customer car, originally VX220 NA car modified with Z20LET engine transplant and Z20LEH K04 Turbo from Astra VXR offering better performance and reliability. The 450PP is limited in power to fit in the regulation FITT British Invasion Tuning Challenge.
The weight of the car is 875kg ( curb weight of NA VX220 ) with 45/55 weight distribution of NA car. Suspension has been upgraded with NITRON NTR Race Coilover 3 Way with ERS Springs at 500/550. The stiff springs and ratio are chosen based on well proven formula for track racer VX220 with sticky semi slick tires. The front springs are harder than usual this time, offering sharper steering with damper & ARB all around setup for balanced handling. Ride height has been lowered by about 2 inch from stock height, while the alignment is based on street / mild track duty range of values, and I used less rear toe in to give more play when at the track.
Transmission uses Turbo VX220 Getrag 5 Speed ratios and final. This offers much better spread for the added power and torque, giving nice pull without inherent wheelspin drama. Courtenay Sport also offer performance/track oriented Final Drive at 4.170, giving much quicker acceleration from 1st to 3rd gear at a cost of lower top speed.
LSD is based on OS Giken with custom job, torque preload set at 25% with 2 way setup, also 25% lock. This will give nice balance against suspension setup, while still giving good traction even on lower gear exit. Simply hammer the throttle when in doubt and let the rear kick a bit then the LSD will do it's job, just make sure to hold that steering wheel like a man.
The VX220 was tuned and tested at Brands Hatch Indy, Willow Springs, Tsukuba, Autumn Ring and Red Bull Ring. At Brands Hatch Indy, it managed 52.1s with ease on SH tire. I have provided a replay of the run for reference. A good run would yield 19s 1st sector
I'll try that tomorow. 👍
Hard to block 2 of the hungry wolves on that long straightaway! Nice try though.👍Intermediate Level Night Track Challenge|Special Stage Route 5, 5 Laps|500 PP|SS
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I'll try that tomorow. 👍
Thank you, Lion.
I too took the Dino Ascari Challenge. Very well done. No aids is sublime.Wow. Will you post this on the Seasonal Ascari thread, so maybe others can enjoy the Dino ?
Intermediate Level Night Track Challenge|Special Stage Route 5, 5 Laps|500 PP|SS
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I'll try that tomorow. 👍
, reminds me of online dirty racing You should have won there, let me know if there's anything with the car BTW, did you use the shorter final 4.170 ? and thank you for using the car and leaving feedback 👍
Hi,let me know if there's anything with the car
Hi,
The little monster is not so easy to drive. It's short and strong so you can lose easily the rear when braking or downshifting. I'll try your suggested settings tonight and the shorter final too.
I also intentionally gives it slight understeer on entry much like real life VX220 would do when pushed hard.Courtenay Sport / NITRON Vauxhall VX/R220 Track Racer Replica
Special Build Courtenay Sport/NITRON VX/R220
450PP Version
Sports Hard
CAR : Vauxhall VX220 '00
Tire : Sports Hard
Specs
Horsepower: 215 HP at 6500 RPM
Torque : 196.9 ft-lb at 4500 RPM
Power Limiter at : 99.7%
Weight: 875 kg
Ballast : 85 kg
Ballast Position : 9
Weight Distribution : 45 / 55 as real car spec
Performance Points: 450
GT AUTO
NO Oil change
Improve Body Rigidity ( NOT INSTALLED IN THIS BUILD )
Wheels : Stock
Car Paint : Sunlight Silver Metallic
Tuning Parts Installed :
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
High RPM Range Turbo Kit
Adjustable LSD
Fully Customizable Dog Clutch Transmission
Fully Customizable Suspension
Weight Reduction Stage 1
Suspension - NITRON Race 3 Way Coilover Kit
ERS Springs 500/550 ( Lowered )
Vauxhall Street/Track Alignment
Front, Rear
Ride Height: 89 89
Spring Rate 8.93 9.82
Dampers (Compression): 6 4
Dampers (Extension): 9 9
ARB 5 5 ( OPTIONAL ARB 6 6 for more stable ride )
Camber Angle 0.1 1.6 ( Front Camber Range : 0.1 +- 0.2, Rear Camber Range : 1.8 +- 0.2 )
Toe Angle 0.07 0.20 ( Front Toe In Range : 0.00 +- 0.07, Rear Toe In Range : 0.36 +- 0.20 )
DOG CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - Vauxhall VX220 Turbo Getrag F23 (287) 5 Speed
Stock Final
Set Default
Set Final to 3.630
Set Auto Max Speed at 290kmh / 180mph
Adjust each gear :
1st 3.580
2nd 2.020
3rd 1.350
4th 0.970
5th 0.790
Set Final : 3.630
( OPTIONAL Courtenay Sport 4.170 Final for Getrag F23 )
LSD - 2 Way OS Giken Custom Built 25% Preload & Lock
Initial Torque : 17
Acceleration Sensitivity: 17
Braking Sensitivity: 17 ( Increase to 24 for better braking stability )
Brake Balance:
5/5 ( personal BB) or for ABS 0 wheel : 5/5, for ABS 1 - feel free to use your preferred brake balance. I recommend to run 5/5.
Recommended setting for DS3 user :
Steering sensitivity at +1 or +2, all aids off, except ABS 1 ( if not comfortable with ABS 0 ) with 5/5 brake balance as starting point.
Notes :
This replica is based on a Courtenay Sport customer car, originally VX220 NA car modified with Z20LET engine transplant and Z20LEH K04 Turbo from Astra VXR offering better performance and reliability. The 450PP is limited in power to fit in the regulation FITT British Invasion Tuning Challenge.
The weight of the car is 875kg ( curb weight of NA VX220 ) with 45/55 weight distribution of NA car. Suspension has been upgraded with NITRON NTR Race Coilover 3 Way with ERS Springs at 500/550. The stiff springs and ratio are chosen based on well proven formula for track racer VX220 with sticky semi slick tires. The front springs are harder than usual this time, offering sharper steering with damper & ARB all around setup for balanced handling. Ride height has been lowered by about 2 inch from stock height, while the alignment is based on street / mild track duty range of values, and I used less rear toe in to give more play when at the track.
Transmission uses Turbo VX220 Getrag 5 Speed ratios and final. This offers much better spread for the added power and torque, giving nice pull without inherent wheelspin drama. Courtenay Sport also offer performance/track oriented Final Drive at 4.170, giving much quicker acceleration from 1st to 3rd gear at a cost of lower top speed.
LSD is based on OS Giken with custom job, torque preload set at 25% with 2 way setup, also 25% lock. This will give nice balance against suspension setup, while still giving good traction even on lower gear exit. Simply hammer the throttle when in doubt and let the rear kick a bit then the LSD will do it's job, just make sure to hold that steering wheel like a man.
The VX220 was tuned and tested at Brands Hatch Indy, Willow Springs, Tsukuba, Autumn Ring and Red Bull Ring. At Brands Hatch Indy, it managed 52.1s with ease on SH tire. Another run managed 51.8s on 2nd lap, with slower 20.1s 1st sector and slightly lower last turn at 58mph as I overloaded left front tires for a moment. I have provided both replay of the run for reference. A good run would yield 19s 1st sector - reaching 100mph at the top of the hill before braking for the right hairpin
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UPDATE : Added another replay of the 51.8s run at Brands Hatch Indy, added optional ARB and optional LSD braking value.
Great, thank you. 👍May I suggest these little tweaks to make it more stable :
ARB 6 6 ( front and rear )
LSD Braking to 24
Run zero front toe or -0.13 ( toe out )
The VX220 drives much better on comfort medium and soft as it was built on comfort tires originally. It has sharp steering and very responsive to throttle input, the trick is to feed 70% gas when it's about to lose the rear, pump it
Tune has been updated
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, let me get it a little more advanced. I tried your Focus ST '13 on the Emulator with a Civic '97, so far it handled well with your setup base, as did @DolHaus Focus St'13 and my super Clio (from the seasonals so far back I can't remember when). Maybe the Civic is a good chameleon. Anyways the first section of calculations out of five is finished and tested with FF cars.
It looks like the front toe out did the trick. Also, the other tweaks you've suggested helped for sure. I suppose this is the maximum for that interesting short-wide monster, apart from, maybe, that you can't feel the power, presumably because its sound quality lack. 👍One hell of a win, that LFA must be very annoying
This current Intermediate Level A-Spec Event has been fantastic. Not because it was challenging or anything, if you used almost any fairly light car at 500PP you are pretty much assured victory. But, that was the thing...You could use so many different cars for this event, it really got the cobwebs off a lot of my cars that I generally don't use anymore. I don't have many muscle cars in my Garage, but I pulled out my ridiculously heavy (and poorly tuned) Dodge Challenger RT '70 for a go at this event. Let's just say that my hair started getting even more grey...
I've only got a couple of days left with this event. I might take a peek through your tunes Ridox and see what interests me in the lower end of PP value. The Nicks Forza Dino 246 GT was so much fun in this event. Not quite as much fun as it was in the Ferrari Challenge, but still a blast zipping from apex to apex...
