Wed 20:30-21:30 UK Time - CLOSED - Suspended until further noticePS4

[IBZ6L20VT]

Ooohh team tactics! I don't think that really existed with team Sharp. I was really hoping @IBZ6L20VT would push me around for a lap each time he came through in the Lotus

I had enough keeping the thing within the extents of the track...

In any case, good effort from the whole team. Nervus did great and so did you.

 

[rj5992]

I wonder if they will also increase the allocated storage space for PS4 local game saves. It would help a lot in PC2.

I doubt it, cloud storage would be increasing the server allocation. The 1GB limit is down to the actual console. I would much prefer it if the whole allocation for screenshots and videos would be opened across all games, like a normal hard drive rather than 1GB per game.

In any case, good effort from the whole team. Nervus did great and so did you

Thanks man. LC did a great job in qualifying, got first in the Aston's. Shame the start really screwed him over for damage.

Still working on that video, trying to get footage from different perspectives but I can only rewind the replay twice before it errors.

 

[IfAndOr]

I doubt it, cloud storage would be increasing the server allocation. The 1GB limit is down to the actual console.

True enough. It's just that's such a jump in storage space that it would now need a lot more games/apps to fill it with the current console limit. I think the Xbox was originally limited to 500mb but that was increased to 1Gb last year, so you never know Sony may do a tweak as well.

Anyway, how's your recovery going along? Still improving I hope.

Still working on that video, trying to get footage from different perspectives

Just in case I was involved, don't work too hard.

 

[rj5992]

Anyway, how's your recovery going along? Still improving I hope.

Yeah, gradually getting there thanks. Hoping to be back on the wheel for Monday's race.

Was surprised at how effective the motion control was actually. If anyone wants the settings I use then give me a shout, good in an emergency wheel failure situation. LC had to do that last night actually.

Just in case I was involved, don't work too hard.

I actually looked at your perspective in the replay after you said you didn't see anything and it was literally chaos all around you but you came out scot free!

 

[rj5992]

Video is uploaded.

Just going to state the starting procedure again.

So pole goes on green and sets off at half race speed. Everyone else sets off and lines up behind in single file. Race begins on exit of first corner/complex.

Personally I think this should be changed to a firm 50mph/80kph limit. By the time the Ferrari's and Aston's have set off they were then left basically going full throttle into the first corner. I checked Tav's replay and DD was doing 100-120kph down the straight, I just think that's a bit quick personally.

Edit: No blame game here at all, I just included names at the start and on the chase cams to make it easier to track what went on.

 

[rj5992]

Oh yeah, wanted to say something else as well.

For the guys in the Lotus', it's far better if you can overtake on the straights, either before or after the corner.
A lot of the more tentative drivers would actually hang back on the straights and then overtake into the corner.
The trouble with that is the Ferrari's and Aston's are only slightly slower mid-corner, and sometimes quicker depending on the pace of the two drivers. Quite a few times I'd be overtaken on the brakes by a Lotus only to then have to either chuck out the anchors or tap the rear of the Lotus mid-corner because they aren't able to take it as fast.
Normally it would be the latter because touching the brakes at that point would have completely unsettled the car.
Pretty sure it was Old that I hit in that manner at one point, I know he mentioned getting nudged frequently. Ended up with radiator damage as a result, hope I didn't damage you in return.

It's not a complaint at all, just a bit of friendly advice to play to the strengths of the car, namely the acceleration and top speed. Especially as a few drivers are in the Lotus for the entire series and the rest of the tracks are far tighter and slower speed than the classic Silverstone circuit.

Apologies for the triple-post!

See you guys on the grid and have a good week!

 

[IfAndOr]

I actually looked at your perspective in the replay after you said you didn't see anything and it was literally chaos all around you but you came out scot free!

I have a special chaos button mapped that also activates my shields. I don't use it very often.

I see what you mean through!

As I mentioned on the PSN chat switching off the on HUD screen grid lights is a great help. It reduces the impulse to GO. Because you then have to rely on the actual track lights (which you can't see very well at the back) and the movement of the cars in front of you. It's really much more realistic too.

 

[John Wells]

Those replay errors can quite annoying, waste quite a lot of time, having to restart the game.

The start was a bit rubbish, think I started a little to quick, so wasn't aware of chaos behind.

Agree with passing on the straights as well, think I touch Beach, someone else when trying to get by.

 

[richroo]

It was me ,i hold my hands up ..
Totally forgot about the start and hit the gas on green ,realizing my mistake i braked hard but was to late.
Apologies

 

[rj5992]

As I mentioned on the PSN chat switching off the on HUD screen grid lights is a great help. It reduces the impulse to GO. Because you then have to rely on the actual track lights (which you can't see very well at the back) and the movement of the cars in front of you. It's really much more realistic too.

If you turn off the on screen lights do you still get the audio buzzer cue or is that removed as well? Always had the lights on and didn't know you could remove them.

 

[rj5992]

It was me ,i hold my hands up ..
Totally forgot about the start and hit the gas on green ,realizing my mistake i braked hard but was to late.
Apologies

These things happen! It didn't need another apology anyway, Rich, I remember you saying sorry on the chat. I just uploaded the video so everyone could see what went on at the back! I've done the opposite and stalled it on the line before.

Perhaps we can add the clip to this video:



I think my favourite is Alesi tearing down the outside on the grass

 

[John Wells]

I remember a bad one at Philip Island, World Superbikes, think, someone stalled at start. The pack came through, collected with him, bikes every where, red flag. No one was seriously hurt though, thankfully.

 

[IfAndOr]

If you turn off the on screen lights do you still get the audio buzzer cue or is that removed as well?

Errrr, do you know I'm not sure. I can't say I've noticed it so maybe not. It's one to check on later.

As I say, much more realistic without the lights. They are a bit "arcade" like.

 

[IfAndOr]

It's one to check on later.

@rj5992 removing the on screen lights doesn't stop the audio buzzer. That's because it is controlled separately via the audio/sound effects setting.

I haven't noticed it very much because I have my effects set quite low (25) so realistically it's barely audible above the start line engine revving. The effects can be set to zero to remove it completely. Not sure what else you loose though, nothing much I don't think.


And to @Sick Cylinder - I saw your post on the discussion thread. For quick access, you can save up to 4 Race room settings using the favourites.
From this page you'll find this...

FAVOURITES
If you’ve got a preferred setup for a night race or rallycross event, or any other configuration, you can save it as a Favourite.

The last four sets of race options you’ve created will be available under Favourites.

You can also save up to four specific sets of options by clicking the Set As Favourite button, which will highlight that setup in green.

Note: Every setup you save will reduce the number of event setups that will be shown. So if you have four saved setups, you will have to deselect a Favourite to display the settings from the last session and save it as a new Favourite.

For some reason it doesn't seem to save the public / private option. But, as long as you remember, that's quite quick to set.

 

[rj5992]

Those replay errors can quite annoying, waste quite a lot of time, having to restart the game.

That makes me appreciate your photos even more!

 

[rj5992]

@rj5992 removing the on screen lights doesn't stop the audio buzzer. That's because it is controlled separately via the audio/sound effects setting.

That's interesting, i'll take them off in that case. I listen to the audio rather than look at the lights anyway, so it'll be good to take something else off the screen.

 

[John Wells]

 

[richroo]

Nice photo at the bottom @John Wells can see the steering input in the drift

 

[John Wells]

Nice photo at the bottom @John Wells can see the steering input in the drift

Thanks Rich I like driving these cars, Merc is the hardest think.

 

[upuaut]

I had enough keeping the thing within the extents of the track...

In any case, good effort from the whole team. Nervus did great and so did you.

Thanks Even with three pit stops (the first time entered was busy). These cars are wonderful!

 

[Sick Cylinder]

In early December from 1954 to 1966 many of the World's best drivers, both professional and amateur travelled to the island of New Providence in the Bahamas - 160 miles from Miami - for ten days of racing. Local hotels accommodated the drivers and their teams while local businesses donated the many impressive trophies (over 100 each year) to the overall and class winners. The original aim had been to extend the tourist season and attract wealthy American visitors - and in this the series succeeded admirably.

John Wyer (former Aston Martin and Gulf GT40 Team Manager) had this to say: "The Nassau meeting was a sort of end of the season jamboree for the members of the SCCA, where private owners of Ferraris and Maseratis went to play motor racing and was notable for the number of parties rather than the quality of racing."

Political changes and the prohibitive cost of upgrading the Oakes Field Circuit to meet improving safety standards brought the series to an end.

Above note the Ferrari 250 TR 1st in class 11/12 and 26th overall above. Also the Lotus 30 in 10th and 52nd - when Richie Ginther was asked what he thought of the new Lotus 40 he said "same as the 30, but with 10 more mistakes."

Note very similar cars to the ones we are using took part - the Lotus 30 was used (without much success) rather than the Lotus 40. The Aston Martin DBR2 scored a win with George Constantine at the wheel in 1959 - this was visually almost identical to the DBR1, but mechanically very different having a 4.2 litre engine and different chassis. The Ferrari 250 GT scored many class wins before being superceded by the 250 GTO. The Ferrari 250 TR continued to feature in the results sheets, but was sometimes fitted by owners with a Ford V8 engine!

 

[IBZ6L20VT]

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In early December from 1954 to 1966 many of the World's best drivers, both professional and amateur travelled to the island of New Providence in the Bahamas - 160 miles from Miami - for ten days of racing. Local hotels accommodated the drivers and their teams while local businesses donated the many impressive trophies (over 100 each year) to the overall and class winners. The original aim had been to extend the tourist season and attract wealthy American visitors - and in this the series succeeded admirably.

John Wyer (former Aston Martin and Gulf GT40 Team Manager) had this to say: "The Nassau meeting was a sort of end of the season jamboree for the members of the SCCA, where private owners of Ferraris and Maseratis went to play motor racing and was notable for the number of parties rather than the quality of racing."

Political changes and the prohibitive cost of upgrading the Oakes Field Circuit to meet improving safety standards brought the series to an end.

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Above note the Ferrari 250 TR 1st in class 11/12 and 26th overall above. Also the Lotus 30 in 10th and 52nd - when Richie Ginther was asked what he thought of the new Lotus 40 he said "same as the 30, but with 10 more mistakes."

Note very similar cars to the ones we are using took part - the Lotus 30 was used (without much success) rather than the Lotus 40. The Aston Martin DBR2 scored a win with George Constantine at the wheel in 1959 - this was visually almost identical to the DBR1, but mechanically very different having a 4.2 litre engine and different chassis. The Ferrari 250 GT scored many class wins before being superceded by the 250 GTO. The Ferrari 250 TR continued to feature in the results sheets, but was sometimes fitted by owners with a Ford V8 engine!

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I agree with Richie Ginther...

 

[rj5992]

Richie Ginther was asked what he thought of the new Lotus 40 he said "same as the 30, but with 10 more mistakes."

I agree with Richie Ginther...

Not holding out much hope for when I jump into it in a few weeks time!

 

[Tavilha]

John Wyer (former Aston Martin and Gulf GT40 Team Manager) had this to say: "The Nassau meeting was a sort of end of the season jamboree for the members of the SCCA, where private owners of Ferraris and Maseratis went to play motor racing and was notable for the number of parties rather than the quality of racing."

Where's the party??!!

 

[IfAndOr]

Where's the party??!!

Sick, who certainly knows how to live it up, always has a hot chocolate drink after the races. I sometimes have a glass of milk myself. Party on!

Bring on the Lotus (but not to quickly).



@Sick Cylinder I might be wrong but I think that Don isn't racing on Wednesdays. So that would leave team Foyt a constant man down. Rich seems to be back with us on Wednesdays, perhaps move him back to a regular. If I am wrong on both counts, ignore this message! (It will self destruct in 30 seconds)

 

[Tavilha]

Sick, who certainly knows how to live it up, always has a hot chocolate drink after the races. I sometimes have a glass of milk myself. Party on!

Bring on the Lotus (but not to quickly).



@Sick Cylinder I might be wrong but I think that Don isn't racing on Wednesdays. So that would leave team Foyt a constant man down. Rich seems to be back with us on Wednesdays, perhaps move him back to a regular. If I am wrong on both counts, ignore this message! (It will self destruct in 30 seconds)

You're a better captain than I am

 

[IfAndOr]

You're a better captain than I am

Na, you do the winning I'll do the admin.

 

[rj5992]

Found my car for tonight on Petrolicious, same colour as well!



Check out this 250GTO short film as well... glorious unedited footage with no soundtrack (apart from the V12 that is!)

 

[IfAndOr]

I found this one as well which has the 250 and also features it's spiritual successor the F12tdf.


The F12tdf is also in PC2 so I tried it last night and it's great fun. And frightening if you switch the aids off! Sounds awesome too. Give it a go.

 

[rj5992]

@Sick Cylinder , what was the decision regarding track limit penalties?