RFactor Racing
 

Looking to see if anyone is interested in getting weekly / biweekly races going on rFactor. Won't be a points thing, just some pick up races everyonce in a while. The latemodel addon seems to be the most popular, but the midgets and non-wings are pretty fun as well. We could always switch it up (lates one night, sprints another).

Just seein who all would be up for it:6:

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Couple screen shots I took while just messin around on Bloomington, for those of you that aren't familar with RFactor...

We just got our Rfactor recently and are having a hell of a time getting up and running......iRacing setup wasn't that bad we just can't figure out the Rfactor.....any suggestions?

Matt Schuck
SETracing 52 and 53

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Send me a message with the problems you are having.

And jake, I can't run every week but I will try and make all I can. I'm game!

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Check out www.simproracing.com and www.truspeedsim.com
They both run series races every week. SimPro is currently running a series backed by MOWA. On the 14th and 15th SimPro, along with TruSpeed and Online Dirt Racng are hosting the 2nd Annual Sim Racing World Finals event with all three classes. (410 Wing, Late Model, Big Block Mods) There is also a few other series out there running different classes. This past Monday, we had 44 people show up for a 360 winged sprint car race at The Tulare Thunderbowl. There are a lot of real racers that sim race with us "fans" such as Chase Briscoe, Chris Bell, Nick Hoffman, Mike McKinney and I believe even Kyle Larson ran a few times in years past.

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I've seen those.. but being from Indiana and racing mainly in Indiana I think it'd be cool to just do some races on Indiana tracks. Most of those online leagues don't hit Indiana very much if at all (I think..) I'm thinking Gas City one night, Bloomington another. And as far as technical help... HotShoe would be the guy to ask, I think he's been on the game for a while.. I've only had it a few months.

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I agree with that 100%. We could run Bloomington, Gas City, The Burg, THAT, IRP. I've been at it for just over a year now so feel free to ask me any questions as well.

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The thing that still confuses me is all the different track download variations... Different sites have the same tracks but different downloads. Anyone wanna throw up a website and we will use those track files?

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We won't require team speak.. I'm acutally not even sure what that is. But I'm thinking about pick up races on all Indiana tracks.. just for fun. Obviously we can't have people driving backwards and what not

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I actually have a server Jake. Im having issues with it working correctly, but I can give you the info to it if you want to figure it out and run it.
I agree with the Indiana only tracks, but lets keep it to dirt only. Maybe do a three part series, switching between late models, mods, and sprints (non wing or wing, i dont care).
I've tried hard to get more indiana tracks made but couldnt convince anyone to make them. Maybe if a handful of us get together with a series we can get them to make LPS, brownstown, or other tracks.

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agree on only dirt tracks. But the modified addon sucks. Stick to lates (DLM1 or DLM2 idc..) and the sprints and midgets. Working on a facebook page that we can send out dates, times, track etc.. And I really don't know anything about getting servers to work, might have to talk sometime and work it out.

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As far as track versions go, there are different versions that work better with the different classes. It makes it a little difficult to get everyone the correct version, but if we set up an email list it wouldn't be too tough and it would be worth it in the end. (Would make the racing better)

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http://www.facebook.com/IndianaRFactorDirtRacing

I just created this.. I know not everyone is on facebook, but I don't think you have to be a registered user to view that page. Like I said, I'm one of the last people to ask for technical help but I think a page just for this would be helpful.

If someone can post some links for tracks and cars, I'll throw them up on that page. lets see what we can get going here

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Would love to do rfactor. Where do I download the software to my computer. More info. would be appreciated. Thanks.

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We run a leauge over on www.wooracing.net
Right now we are running pavement mods midway through the season, in the spring we are going to run dirt mods, using the modified mania mod tweaked to our liking.

We have previously run the SBS non-wing sprints and they are by far my favorite cars to run.

Anyone is welcome to come race with us and we would love to help as much as we can.

If there is any interest go to the website or contact us at
spinex@wooracing.net

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If we can get this up and going, I'm in. Sounds like a way to help beat the off season blahs.

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Had quite a few people join the facebook group.. Again, if you don't have facebook I think you can still click the page and view it.

HotShoe65s and I threw some links up on the page on how to download the software, tracks and cars.

Once I get my computer and everything set back up at home I'll start putting dates up...

so keep an eye on this page for dates and links for help:6:

http://www.facebook.com/IndianaRFactorDirtRacing

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Video on how to install the Dirt Late Model add on

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Just so you know, you can't take a mod and change it. That is someone else's property. At that point your pretty much stealing there work, especially if it is going to be handed out to others.

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I don't see the problem, heck I created the kartfactor mod and didn't have time to finish it properly. Since then it has been improved on many times but still with my base work intact. I say if you can make it better do it.

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you can pick it up on amazon. get the rfactor 1.255 version. i would get the dvd. then you always have it if something crashes. 1.255 is what most of these mods are on atm. Rfactor 2 is available but there isn't a lot out there for that yet and might not be for a lil while. get yourself a decent steering wheel w/pedals. its a must.

fyi: peeps should prolly ask the maker of the mod you want to change as a courtesy. besides they may even be helpful in your quest. the non wing sprints and midgets are a blast. there are some F1 mods that are incredible also. there are a ton of mods out there with leagues. from free to pay leagues. enjoy

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The only thing that was changed was the amount of adjustments allowed in the sets. And I'm pretty sure we talked to the original developer.

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I wouldn't even call what I'm trying to do a league. I mean it could eventually lead that way someday, but as for now I'm seeing it as a way to get races together on Indiana dirt tracks!

If this starts working out really well, then we could possibly put a season together for points.. but for now just an easy way to get people together for some pick up races.

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I just bought a g27 wheel and rfactor from amazon. I wanted to get into this in the past and never figued out what all was needed.

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I wouldn't mind messing around a little bit with it. I haven't tried any of the dirt mods for a couple of years because they all used to be "insta-spin" (trademarked :5:) or "insta-push" (also tradmarked :D) and pretty much crap. You couldn't run anything remotely resembling a realistic setup. So, I'm guessing they're a lot better now?

I think the late models and modifieds are pretty good. But the sprints lack realism. I'd classify them as your "insta-spin".

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The sbs non-wing sprints are very racey and fun as hell to drive. Havent found a dirt mod or lm that i liked yet. We run the vhr pavment mods and they are ok on the smaller tracks

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DaveP63 - much
11chaudion (and others getting started) - hop on a site or two and they will help you get things rolling. theyll help you get the mods and tracks downloaded. help with wheel and chassis set ups etc... the community is awesome with help. Here are a few links to get you started and ya can go from there. Here are a few links on top of the ones posted in this thread already.
http://www.jcrtracks.com/ an awesome track and mod builder. has an open wheel offset super modified "mod" and a little surprise on the horizon for all you classic sprint car buffs.
http://www.harmotorsports.net/ - good group supers and dirt late models/stock cars/modifieds
http://www.simproracing.com - wing / non wing sprints and midgets and others (pay league)
http://www.udsra.net/ - outlaw wing sprints
http://www.simracingnz.com/ for you kiwi's
http://www.core-racing.co.uk - for you F1 guys. an awesome group of guys mostly from across the pond. they go out of their way to help you but are very strict about race etiquette and car control.

There are some more good ones out there, but along with the others posted in this thread this should help ya get started with mods, tracks, skins(paint jobs) etc... if ya are thinkin about league races, pick yourself up a headset. your gonna need to get on to a thing called teamspeak so the admins can communicate lineups etc... with you. Teamspeak is free as are most all mods and tracks. hope this can help you guys that are getting started and also with your pick up games.

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Cool! If you guys are trying to get something set up, make sure everybody knows what mods to pick up and the specific tracks you want to run. I'll give some of these a try in the next couple of weeks and see. The midget mod used to be the closest, but it was still pretty bad because you couldn't get it to "take a set" so it would either spin or push like a dump truck when you gassed it up.

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I'm gonna run a test room tonight.. First time I've played online so it might be an adventure getting it set up. I'll open up around 7:30..

Bloomington Speedway Tacky, with dirt late model. version 1.5

Below are links to the cars and tracks. Bloomington Speedway is listed towards the bottom, doesn't have a picture above it

http://www.dirtlatemodelsim.com/?page_id=30
http://www.dirtlatemodelsim.com/?page_id=27

click below for FAQs
http://www.dirtlatemodelsim.com/?page_id=435

if anyone has experience starting a room, any advice would be great!

Jake you've got to have a server to do it. Just starting one through rfactor doesn't work. I've got one, but I haven't taken the time to figure it out yet. I can give you the info to it if you want to try and get it working.

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I can try.. have never messed with servers before.. send me a pm or a message on fb giving me the details and kinda what I need to do.

I just got rfactor and got everything to download but everytime I go to race it closes rfactor anybody have any help?

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Right click rfactor logo on desktop and click run as administrator........

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I should be getting my copy of rfactor and steering wheel tuesday, hopefully I can get it loaded tuesday night.:8::31:

i have mine loaded up with winged ad non wing sprints, midgets and late models...lets try it!

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Maybe this will help

http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.ph...2602168/1.html

http://negativesum.net/games/rfactor...ting_guide.pdf

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Hosting a server on your own computer, and hosting it well is difficult. You will need to throttle the data rate for each individual upload and download and alter the frame rate to reduce the load on your processor. It really is better to spend the money each month to get a dedicated server that is on a true 100/100 connection.

If you ever have any specific questions, please let me know, been doing this for several years.

-Jon
http://www.wooracing.net

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I bought the rfactor dvd and the g27 steering wheel. I cant get the wheel it self to set up, its like the steering wheel doesnt work. I cant turn. I can go straight but cant turn, When I calibrate the wheel it wont do anything when I turn left or right. I have no clue how to get the sprint cars/ late models etc and other tracks to add to the game. Very frustrated.

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Few tips (I use a G27, very nice wheel):

1. Make sure rFactor is not already running when you plug the wheel in.

2. MOST IMPORTANT. You need to assign which control turns left, turns right, etc in the game.
Instructions:
- At the main spinner screen, click on "Settings" and then "Controls.'
- In the 'action' box, you will see a list of actions with what button does what. Go to the one that says "turn left", click on it, then turn your steering wheel left. Repeat the same procedure for turning right, brakes, gas, shifting, etc etc.

Example (click on link below):
Wheel Set-Up Link

After you get that set-up you will need to set all your steering rates and sensitivities. Below are screen shots of my wheel settings. They have served me & others well for years.

Again, Settings ---> Controls ---> Rates tab
Rates Tab (Click Here)

Force Feedback tab
Force Feedback Tab (Click Here)

Controller 1 Tab:
Sensitivity - all options set to 50%
Deadzone - all options set to 0%

Controller 2 Tab:
Same as Controller 1

Next, click on the "Mappings" tab, then click "Save" (in the middle of the screen). Type in whatever you like then click "OK" (now that profile is saved... you don't have to do that again!)

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Next thing, setting the "difficulty"

- Click on the "Difficulty" tab.
- Set all options to "OFF" except for "Auto-Clutch."
- Rest of the options don't matter.
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For about 95% of all the mods & tracks out there this is a very simple procedure.

Anytime you download a mod for rFactor, run the installer program and then it will ask you where to install the files. Click the "browse" button and navigate to your "rFactor" folder... typically this is found at 1 of 2 places:
1: C:\Program Files\rFactor
2: C:\Program Files (x86)\rFactor

After you find the rFactor folder, just click on it once then click "ok/next/install" (whatever the option is). You will be given a confirmation message that the install is done.

That's it! When you go into the game and select a different "series" (ie. going from Sprint Cars to Modifieds) it is best that after making your selection you restart rFactor to make sure all the mod settings load correctly.

Also, never EVER have rFactor open while installing any track or mod.

Keep in mind, rFactor is a SIMULATOR, not a game, so lots of configuration is needed to get it going, but once it is going, it's a very low maintenance program.

If you need any help, please let me know. I'm happy to get more people involved with sim racing.

email: jrhuston81@gmail.com