Went and set a time, with a custom setup because that's what I do.
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Edit: Added a Notes section to the times to mark Custom Setup, since it does make a difference. I bet that was a huge part of why the Sim racers were consistently better than the real F1 drivers over this last weekend.
Once he finally gets 3 curved monitors in front of him instead of that square monstrosity his transition will be complete.
I'm honestly not sure if I should aim for a triple monitor setup or VR. I kind of like the idea of VR, but it's probably the only thing I would use it for (maybe flight sims?)
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Triples don't touch VR for immersion. Like, not even close. On a scale of 1-10 of immersion, a normal monitor might be a 1, triples might be a 3, and VR is 9.
Oh, you may have got me to rethink my setup strategy. I've been looking at monitors and cheap TVs for the last couple days, but maybe VR is the the better way to go.
So my thought had been to wall mount a small (32-43) tv to the side wall, on a full reticulated wall mount. Either that or get a 27 inch curved monitor (preferably 1440p). Then just permanently setup the wheel directly underneath and just have to pull in the perfectly adequate Ikea chair I use with it. Would make reaching the keyboard and mouse easier as well. VR would simply this. The question is, which is easier to convince my wife on.
EDIT: And yeah, my 'puter lives in a closet. Small spare bedroom, and my wife has her work desk setup directly behind the picture. My plan is actually to paint the interior of the closet black/dark grey, and put some shelves in the sides (for my camera gear).
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VR is a lot less intrusive when not being used, since it's just a cable coiled around a headset.
That reminds me, I have a leftover Assetto Corsa (not Competizione) + Dream Pack 1-3 from a Humble Bundle, in case anyone is interesting in Corsing their Assetto's.
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I have Dirt Rally 2.0! Got in a Humble Bundle with my 2017 F1 for PC, I'm going to have to move the wheel/pedals over and try that later today. No VR yet mind you, but soon(tm).
That reminds me, I have a leftover Assetto Corsa (not Competizione) + Dream Pack 1-3 from a Humble Bundle, in case anyone is interesting in Corsing their Assetto's.
I'm struggling to get on with this car, I don't mind admitting. There's probably time to be found everywhere.
As you can see I was getting some consistent times with screw-ups that were enough to invalidate the lap. It was trying to nail down a decent time while staying in track limits; for a while there it was either/or.
I find the damn thing locks up under braking really easily.
It spins super easily too if I'm even slightly heavy-footed on the corner exit phase. Turn 10 in particular.
For me turn 1 is the problem spot. I can take it consistently in 2nd gear, but when I'm able to drop it down to first and keep it straight I'm at least .2 seconds ahead by the next time I hit the brakes again.
Also, I'll be around most of the night and all weekend if anyone wants to get in some multiplayer. If I am on steam I should be able to race, send me a message
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Edit: Added a Notes section to the times to mark Custom Setup, since it does make a difference. I bet that was a huge part of why the Sim racers were consistently better than the real F1 drivers over this last weekend.
That said, I strung together a 1:29.716. If I can clean up that middle sector, I will feel pretty happy.
Once he finally gets 3 curved monitors in front of him instead of that square monstrosity his transition will be complete.
I'm honestly not sure if I should aim for a triple monitor setup or VR. I kind of like the idea of VR, but it's probably the only thing I would use it for (maybe flight sims?)
My setup looks like this:
So my thought had been to wall mount a small (32-43) tv to the side wall, on a full reticulated wall mount. Either that or get a 27 inch curved monitor (preferably 1440p). Then just permanently setup the wheel directly underneath and just have to pull in the perfectly adequate Ikea chair I use with it. Would make reaching the keyboard and mouse easier as well. VR would simply this. The question is, which is easier to convince my wife on.
EDIT: And yeah, my 'puter lives in a closet. Small spare bedroom, and my wife has her work desk setup directly behind the picture. My plan is actually to paint the interior of the closet black/dark grey, and put some shelves in the sides (for my camera gear).
big big single monitor with nice FOV.... from there the next cost effective step is VR goggles.
I would love to take advantage, but I already have Dirt Rally 2.0... someone else must take advantage of the joys of Dirt Rally.
I wonder if the times are comparable between 1.0 and 2.0. I have essentially everything for 2.0, so maybe I could run trials in that?
edit: oh wait, I'm thinking of Dirt 4. FFFF that game.
@Drovek I would take that actually!
Oh yeah? Then use a chassis from the 1960s when all the drivers used to four-wheel drift through faster corners and see what times you set... :-D
The times shall be the largest numbers ever.
That would be terrifying!
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Nothing better for F1 engineers to do, might as well build life saving ventilators.
Down to a 1:30.427 time.
1:28.921.
I'm struggling to get on with this car, I don't mind admitting. There's probably time to be found everywhere.
As you can see I was getting some consistent times with screw-ups that were enough to invalidate the lap. It was trying to nail down a decent time while staying in track limits; for a while there it was either/or.
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It spins super easily too if I'm even slightly heavy-footed on the corner exit phase. Turn 10 in particular.
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For me turn 1 is the problem spot. I can take it consistently in 2nd gear, but when I'm able to drop it down to first and keep it straight I'm at least .2 seconds ahead by the next time I hit the brakes again.
Also, I'll be around most of the night and all weekend if anyone wants to get in some multiplayer. If I am on steam I should be able to race, send me a message
That's probably your weight distribution? Try setting it more rear-wards and see if that helps.