Stock Car Association of North America | Pre-Season Discussion

Id like to participate in this event. Been playing Forza a long time and just got my DF GT wheel for GT5. I race clean as possible and love organized events. Also, Tuesday is perfect for me.

My GT is HPainTrain. All racers out there, please add me as a friend on GT5. looking forward to it.

H
 
Great turn out so far!

Thanks I got everyone.

It looks like we will have a full lobby! I don't know if we can have more than 16 in the lobby at once. So if you cannot get into my lobby, please message me via psn.

Thanks
 
I'd love to give this a shot! I still need to do some grinding to get enough money for a stock car but I should have it by Tuesday, no problem.
 
Question,

Will we need to purchase a stock car for the tire tests or can we use one from the lobby garage? If we are just running them stock, I hope using a default stock car will suffice b/c I don't have 500 g's to drop on one yet. Thx

H
 
No one will need to have a Stock car before this event. You can use the loner cars. In the future, yes it will be required for you to own a stock car.
 
I would like to join , I was in fuzzy's nascar race last night which was a good laugh. I can make the time ( tuesday 7th @ 3:00 GMT,I think ) it just depends if the lobby is full , but like you say 1st come first serve.

PSN: JDM_BLITZ
 
Thanks Blitz,

Well we have a full house for Tuesday evening. Any who wants to still racing can try to get into a later race, when and if someone drops out.

See you all Tuesday
 
With some lessons learned from GTP_Fuzzy's event yesterday, this should be fun. For the drivers, please read the rules before entering the room to help the race admins keep the discussions somewhat focused and easy to follow during the event.
 
GENERALLY, THESE ARE THE RULES WE WILL BE FOLLOWING TOMORROW NIGHT. PLEASE READ UP! A HEADSET IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I want VERY clean racing. The only time you should be touching another car is in the straights, other than that give each other LOTS of room to race. Failure to comply to these rules, and you will be asked to leave.

A. COMMUNICATION

  • A headset is strongly recommended
  • No cursing, racism, bathroom humor, or innuendos of any kind is allowed over the radio or in text form through the PSN or GTPlanet at any time. This includes shortcut words like STFU or WTF.
  • Flaming is not tolerated in open or public. Debate the incident in a civilized manor but do not flame the other driver.
  • During the race keep communication light and strictly to issues concerning the race.
  • Communication is to be kept silent during qualifying sessions.
  • Keep off-topic (non GT5/race related) chatter to a minimum

B. GENERAL ON TRACK BEHAVIOR

  • You must bring your car to a stop either in the pits or on a safe place on the track before exiting the vehicle using ingame options.
  • Reversing or driving backwards on track for a period longer then needed to recover from an incident is forbidden.
  • Making donuts or standing stationary and spinning your tires is forbidden in every session.
  • You are not allowed to park your car anywhere on track.
  • Intentional wrecking of any kind is not allowed, even between two consenting parties.

C. PIT STOPS

  • Each track has a pit lane speed. You must reduce your car's speed to the speed limit by the time you enter pit road.
  • Do not merge onto the track until the backstretch at Daytona Speedway, Twin Ring Motegi, and Texas
  • If possible, do not slow down for the pits while on the racing line.
  • When exiting the pits pay attention to any merging lines on the track. Watch out for other cars already up to speed when exiting the pits.
  • Do your best to alert those around you of your intention to pit. If you have a headset alert those around you about your intention to pit. Ex: "Car 24 pitting this time"

I. RACING

  • Bump drafting the car ahead of you at a sensible speed is allowed on the straights, but is strictly prohibited in the turns.
  • Any kind of contact while cornering is strictly prohibited.
  • "Bump and Run" techniques are strictly prohibited.
  • If you are about to be lapped by the leader keep sensible in your driving. If you are considerably off the pace or damaged it would be better to just move out of the racing line and give plenty of room to the leader or other leading cars.
  • You are not allowed to intentionally wreck anyone, even in practice sessions.
  • Certain ovals have an "out of bounds" line. You are not allowed to put two tires below this line. You are not allowed to advance your position over any car on the track below this line. If you are forced below this line and you advance your position, you must give the position back before the end of the lap.
  • When blocking you are not allowed to make sudden changes of direction. The following driver must be given enough time to react and avoid you depending on his closing speed. You are allowed to only make one blocking move per straight. Weaving across the track to block someone or break a draft is not allowed.
  • There is no strict formula on how to pass another car or how to be passed. SCANA expects all drivers to respect their fellow drivers. Do not dive bomb drivers. Keep an eye on drivers attempting to pass you from behind. Give a reasonable amount of room. If you find yourself constantly creating alot of contact when you make a pass you probably aren't doing it right. Do not boss your way through the field or through lapped cars. Keep in mind that on roadcourses most turns are not suitable passing opportunities.
  • Physics for every racing series will be "Professional".

J. ACCIDENTS

  • Accidents are a part of racing and are expected to happen and most are honest mistakes. However there is a difference between a mistake and carelessness. A careless driver drives beyond his limits or the limits of others around him time and time again. Learn the limits of your own driving ability and the limits and driving ability of the drivers you race with on a weekly basis before attempting any risky manuvers.
  • If a driver wants to a file a complaint against another driver for wrecking him in a race he should not attempt to retaliate in the race. He should file a complaint with SCANA after the race. The SCANA officials will review the replay and take proper actions. Attempting to retaliate during the race is a bad idea because the driver cannot be 100% sure how or why the incident happened and retaliation may collect a bystanding driver.
  • If you spin/wreck another driver you may slowdown at a safe point on the track and let him retake the position ahead of you. This is NOT a requirement for any accident. It is up to the driver's conscience. However doing this may prevent or lessen post-race penalties. If you think a race accident was just a racing deal and nothing outside of superhuman reflexes or abilities could have prevented the situation then continue on racing. If you think the accident was the other driver's fault then continue on racing. Everything will be settled after the race if the driver you wrecked files a complaint.
  • When recovering from an accident wait until the track is clear before reentering the race course.

K. CONNECTION ISSUES & WARP

  • If a race is disconnected it may or may not be run at another time.
  • If a single driver is disconnected from a race he will be scored behind all the other drivers who finish the race. This will be seen as a mechancal failure.
  • If more then half of the drivers in the race are disconnected the race may or may not be rerun at a later time.
  • If you start to warp drop to the back of the pack or away from other cars. You may be asked to disconnect from the race if you are a threat to the other drivers.
 
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New information in first post. Important, please read if you are attending.

Thanks
 
Came very close to finally reaching lvl 21 and picking up my stock car tonight. Didn't quite make it but with the inclusion of mechanical damage I have extra incentive to do it tomorrow before 8:30.

Hope I can remember all of those rules. :)
 
I was originally going to participate, but my connection keeps dropping and Im currently trying to get that seen too.

So its a no go on my part, but hopefully I'll get to one of these some day :D
 
finially it let me in to post a message chad if it isnt to late id like to race tonight. i understand if its full i was having problems trying to post to the boards..
 
gtuuk73
finially it let me in to post a message chad if it isnt to late id like to race tonight. i understand if its full i was having problems trying to post to the boards..
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TommyWizard cannot race, so you have a good chance of getting in. Honestly, I think a you will make it for sure.
 
Any known alternates on hand for this event Chad? I am uncertain whether I'll be home in time to compete.
 
Chopes
Can't wait till tonight, rules were just what I was looking for. :)
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Good. Me too.

Tagger
Any known alternates on hand for this event Chad? I am uncertain whether I'll be home in time to compete.
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Next week we will have another tire test. But this event last until 10:30pm. With multiple races. :)

L_Hamilton
Can I hop in if there's a no show?
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Yes, this event is first come first serve
 
Chadwicksracing
Good. Me too.



Next week we will have another tire test. But this event last until 10:30pm. With multiple races. :)



Yes, this event is first come first serve
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So, just because our name is on the list doesn't gaurantee us a spot?

Also, when I purchased my Stock Car it came with the racing intermediate tires. Am I correct in assuming they'll be there for the online race too?
 
Yes, it was always. That list gives you a idea of participation; so you can plan on coming to join or not . And gives me an idea of what to expect.

SIGN UP:

This is strictly first come first serve, so who ever shows up before the 16th place has been taken will be able to race. Others who are interested will have to watch the races until there is a place for them to join.

Step 1. Please go here to sign up, http://gt5-scana.net/sign-up *
Step 2. Post your PSN & interest here in this thread

* If you are already signed up, don't worry about it, just post your PSN here.
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TK42OnE
So, just because our name is on the list doesn't gaurantee us a spot?

Also, when I purchased my Stock Car it came with the racing intermediate tires. Am I correct in assuming they'll be there for the online race too?
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Yes, we are using racing intermediate tires tonight

You should be fine to get in.
 
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Chadwicksracing
Yes, it was always. That list gives you a idea of participation; so you can plan on coming to join or not . And gives me an idea of what to expect.

Yes, we are using racing intermediate tires tonight

You should be fine to get in.
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Great, I'll be there on time and my headsets charging. Looking forward to getting some online racing under my belt!

So far it just been GTLife.
 
It just occured to me I'm supposed to add you to my friends to participate:dunce: Just Sent you one.
 

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