GT5 driving challenge #3

[matthugie]

Sorry i havent updated anything working 6p-6a is killing me... But it looks like spyhunter won

It still goes until midnight tonight, but I doubt anyone will catch him. I might try to get a few laps in after work tonight, but need a full second that I don't think I can do.

[emerson.]

Sorry i havent updated anything working 6p-6a is killing me... But it looks like spyhunter won

[matthugie]

Yeah, I've been debating the same thing. For now I think I'd rather put that money towards my car though.

[MonkeyMan]

^^ so true - I've been fighting the urge to invest in a wheel setup..
perfecting every corner is crucial for a great lap, especially the first slowww righthand hairpin. I've found that diving into it in second from the far left of the track and then controlling wheelspin coming out of it and getting to the far right for the next turn is the only way to do it. At least if you miss that turn, it's early enough to just restart the lap..

[matthugie]

I can shave another 0.5 off with a perfect lap, but doubt I can do much more than that with a controller.

[GaryE30]

I use bumper cam or roof cam. I dont like the whole view of car or inside for competition.

[SpyHunter]

I use bumper cam.

[butters]

gah I struggle to get into the 2:16s. I'll work at it tomorrow and see where I end up, I'd be happy in 2:15s.

2:14.601

Do you drive in 3rd person view?

[GaryE30]

damn i need a wheel. lowest i can get is 2:13.xxx with the controller. input and feedback sucks!!!!

[emerson.]

Will update the leaderboard later tonight. Been working 12s

[SpyHunter]

I use a G25 wheel. Takes a bit to get used to, if you have been using a controller for a long time. However, it is totally worth it, as you can really smooth out your inputs.

[regnu]

Once the kid goes to bed tonight it's on.

[JGood]

I'm using a Logitech Driving Force GT.

[decay]

i've got a G25, mounted to one of these:

http://www.bobearlracing.com/

mine's the older version so it lacks the adjustable seat and doesn't have the brace that they added to stabilize the wheel pedestal, but i still like it a damned lot.

[butters]

I may have to de-mod my M3 and give this a go.

Who is using a steering wheel/pedals combo? Any feedback you can give on your set up? I've been an avid Gran Turismo enthusiast dating back to the original. I've had a couple of wheel/ pedals combos between the PS1 & 2 and never been happy with them.

I have a Logitech G27. I hated wheels back in PS2 days as well, but a buddy got a G25 a little while after GT5 came out and I knew I had to get one. G27 was announced so I waited, and got lucky on craigslist.

The feedback from the wheel is awesome, and is quite realistic. You can get a better feel for loss of grip, though of course this is still just a simulation. I can't say for sure if it makes you better but with practice, I think people probably have more potential on the wheel. You do lose the ability to flick the wheels lock-to-lock by moving your thumb an inch, for what that's worth. I haven't been able to get any respectable times on these challenges, but I am out of practice.

The gearbox and clutch pedal are a bonus with Logitech's setup, not really used except for fun on easier GT mode events, or with a multiplayer situation. The paddles are great but I wish the feedback was a little better, it's a slight electrical switch type of very soft click (you can get more feedback by banging past the click and contacting the paddle stem to the switch housing which is fine, but requires effort).

The pedals are amazing, they are each uniquely weighted. The throttle is smooth with constant resistance (not much), the brake is nice and firm and builds resistance to the floor, and the clutch is between the two with a buildup of pressure as well.

Build quality is very impressive, real leather wheel, aluminum pedals and paddles. I highly recommend you pick up one of these more modern wheels or maybe somehow try one out. A solid foundation/seat is essential, without one it's an exercise in frustration. This means another piece of furniture for me, but I do love hacking around on it from time to time. If you play a lot, I'd call it a must-have. Check out youtube for videos of people setups, some interesting stuff out there.