No clutch, just manual shifting. I have tested manual clutch upshifting only and I know the distinct advantage of using it but I do not use it in races simply because of extra finger movements are distracting in midst of tight racing. Plus, in simulation mode I cannot downshift properly leading to transmission damage.
I am currently using:
A = upshift
B = downshift
LT = brake
RT = accelerate
LB = manual clutch (when I do try it)
So upshift = Press/Hold LB + A + Release LB (simple enough)
I use my left index for braking. If I used the middle finger for braking then it may be possible to do this but I use index finger for sensitivity. It may be a matter of training my middle finger for braking this is a lot of finger work . . . plus I may need the middle finger for other uses . . .
Is there a known method to clutch-downshift-blip using the joypad?
I have tried A-Clutch and LB/RB-Shifting and managed a 1:34.5/1:34.0 (clean/dirty) in hot lapping. The control still seem awkward to me; it's as if I'm learning to drive all over again.
I'll do a proper Q run once I am more familiar with the new layout since 1:35.217 does not represent my pace.
I have tried A-Clutch and LB/RB-Shifting and managed a 1:34.5/1:34.0 (clean/dirty) in hot lapping. The control still seem awkward to me; it's as if I'm learning to drive all over again.
I'll do a proper Q run once I am more familiar with the new layout since 1:35.217 does not represent my pace.
If you change your buttons to
X = Downshift
B = Upshift
A = Clutch
That way your thumb always hits the A on every gear change as it is already in that position if you were just on manual.
It does feel odd at first but within a day or 2 you wont even notice it. You might find you may miss the clutch for a few laps which gives you a 4% gearbox damage so you may go through a few gearboxes at first.
I have tried A-Clutch and LB/RB-Shifting and managed a 1:34.5/1:34.0 (clean/dirty) in hot lapping. The control still seem awkward to me; it's as if I'm learning to drive all over again.
I'll do a proper Q run once I am more familiar with the new layout since 1:35.217 does not represent my pace.
the way i ran the clutch with the controller was to switch the downshift to the RB so that your always mostly off the acc when shifting down
I'll try that too, MP. Did not find X-Downshift too appealing but I can keep my trigger fingers and downshifts are not as critical as upshifts therefore little X button awkwardness would be far more easier change than LB/RB shifting.
Ok... Done. Hate the steering on this little bugger! Only one I'm close to is JDan. 139.896 on lap 6. Posted on my storefront. Now to drive with race trim!
Is there still room on the CLIO CUP sessions,Church.
As you know i'm a newie to the forum haven't got Clio or tunes,liveries or numbers,can anyone gift me the right tunes and liveries,numbers love to run this session..... i'm using game pad as haven't invested in good quality steering wheel setup,have you any specific wheels you guys us for these race sessions.
Parcells I appreciate your concern but I would find it very hard to beat your time. If I spent some time an effort I might get close but I doubt it. So in this rare case I bow to your impressive speed. That actually hurt a little bit.
Cheers fella.
A few of us ran this and the first few races before it all got silly where really good fun.
Although me and Jonny had an epic battle @ Atlanta until a Merc SLR joined us .
Catalunya was brill.................!.gif "173")
1:34.813, lap 4. Replay on my store front.
Edit 2013-05-19: New qualifying time submitted, 1:34:503 lap 2. Replay on my store front.
Edit 2013-05-20: New qualifying time submitted, 1:34:146 lap 4. Replay on my store front.
The replay on my SF was a trial run using TC (which I do not use) 1:35.205.
I ran without TC at 1:35.217 which I have not loaded into SF yet; will do soon.
Losing so much time shifting (using controller = no clutch) using the qualifying build (production transmission).
Are you using Manual Clutch with the joypad GRD?
No clutch, just manual shifting. I have tested manual clutch upshifting only and I know the distinct advantage of using it but I do not use it in races simply because of extra finger movements are distracting in midst of tight racing. Plus, in simulation mode I cannot downshift properly leading to transmission damage.
I am currently using:
A = upshift
B = downshift
LT = brake
RT = accelerate
LB = manual clutch (when I do try it)
So upshift = Press/Hold LB + A + Release LB (simple enough)
Downshift = Holding LT (usually) + Release RT + Press/Hold LB + B + Blip RT + Release LB.
I use my left index for braking. If I used the middle finger for braking then it may be possible to do this but I use index finger for sensitivity. It may be a matter of training my middle finger for braking this is a lot of finger work . . . plus I may need the middle finger for other uses . . .
Is there a known method to clutch-downshift-blip using the joypad?
There is an option to change the clutch button from LB to A button, that way your thumb covers both buttons when shifting, its a whole lot easier
What Max said.
I use the A button for the clutch. Just press both together then :-)
Gotta think outside the box! I'll give that a try! Thanks for the tip.
I have tried A-Clutch and LB/RB-Shifting and managed a 1:34.5/1:34.0 (clean/dirty) in hot lapping. The control still seem awkward to me; it's as if I'm learning to drive all over again.
I'll do a proper Q run once I am more familiar with the new layout since 1:35.217 does not represent my pace.
If you change your buttons to
X = Downshift
B = Upshift
A = Clutch
That way your thumb always hits the A on every gear change as it is already in that position if you were just on manual.
It does feel odd at first but within a day or 2 you wont even notice it. You might find you may miss the clutch for a few laps which gives you a 4% gearbox damage so you may go through a few gearboxes at first.
Keep at it, its worth it
the way i ran the clutch with the controller was to switch the downshift to the RB so that your always mostly off the acc when shifting down
I'll try that too, MP. Did not find X-Downshift too appealing but I can keep my trigger fingers and downshifts are not as critical as upshifts therefore little X button awkwardness would be far more easier change than LB/RB shifting.
Thank you for the pointers!
I have small delicate hands therefore A-B & A-X combination did not work well but I'm getting accustomed to LB/RB-A combo.
New qualifying time submitted, replay on SF: 1:34.011, lap 6.
Qualifying time submitted, replay on SF: 1:34.972, lap 2.
Qualli on SF: Lap 6 1:34.759.
Any one got a paint I can use, my muse has left me :(
See you on track.
Some good times there lads.
Still missing a time from:
1.34.554 lap 9 replay on SF
Got it, and I HATE that car. lap time 1:37:179
1:36.183 for me
Cheers lads!
Is there still room on the CLIO CUP sessions,Church.
As you know i'm a newie to the forum haven't got Clio or tunes,liveries or numbers,can anyone gift me the right tunes and liveries,numbers love to run this session..... i'm using game pad as haven't invested in good quality steering wheel setup,have you any specific wheels you guys us for these race sessions.
Welcome Green
There is one open spot left.
In regards to wheels ect I personaly use a joy pad. I think the split of pad and wheel users is around 50/50 so dont worry about using a joypad.
do i have to be in a team or can i run solo
You can run Solo if you wish
1.34.187 lap 6 Replay on Storefront
Fitzy, you're not gonna let that trash talking SOB Parcells out-qualify you are you?
Parcells I appreciate your concern but I would find it very hard to beat your time. If I spent some time an effort I might get close but I doubt it. So in this rare case I bow to your impressive speed. That actually hurt a little bit.