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Title: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 05, 2016, 12:42:49 PM

Season 5 - Metalex to the MAX!
Big THANKS to Gratulin for designing this season, and to Phil.8 for taking on the "lever pulling" again.

Metalex version, B!
Download. (http://zizhgames.ru/en/our-mods/mods-for-assetto-corsa/metalex-mtx1-03-en)
MTX_103 v1.0.7 FAST S3 Download. (https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/flattops.bucket/AssettoCorsaMods/mtx_103v1.0.7.rar)
Updated MX Version 1.0.8 (https://yadi.sk/d/09dDy-yPqzG4Y)
MTX v 1.0.8 FAST S3 Download (https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/flattops.bucket/AssettoCorsaMods/mtx_103v1.0.8.rar)

https://youtu.be/5BiptTcQ4UQ

Track Pack: S3 Download. (https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/flattops.bucket/AssettoCorsaTracks/Season5Tracks.zip) Only non AC Tracks.
Night Scenarios:


AC will control race start and penalties along with latest Wally's PLP
Endurance = 1 race,  ~45 minute race
Sprints = 2 races, with 5 minute qualifying followed by ~25 minute race..

Round 1: Thursday 21^stJuly
Endurance
Track: Redbull Ring (National Layout) - Red Pack DLC

Round 2: Thursday 28^thJuly
Sprints
Track: Modena Fast Download (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/autodromo-di-modena.5346/)

Round 3: Thursday 4^thAugust
Endurance
Track: Tor Poznan Download (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/tor-pozna%C5%84.6118/)

Round 4: Thursday 11^thAugust
Sprints
Track: T78_Hockenheimring Short2 Download (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/hockenheimring-multi-layout.7223/)

Round 5: Thursday 18^thAugust
Sprints
Track: Magione

Round 6: Thursday 25^thAugust
Endurance
Track: Brands Hatch GP

Updated MX Version 1.0.8 (https://yadi.sk/d/09dDy-yPqzG4Y)
MTX v 1.0.8 FAST S3 Download (https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/flattops.bucket/AssettoCorsaMods/mtx_103v1.0.8.rar)

Round 7: Thursday 1^thSeptember
Sprints
Track: MONZA JUNIOR

Round 8: Thursday 8^thSeptember
Endurance
Track: Vallelunga Classic

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on July 05, 2016, 01:21:14 PM

:) love it

Title: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 05, 2016, 03:16:20 PM

Fantastic Bruce!

We'll use version 1 - the B version since it has less down force so a bit slower but better to drive.

Here's the track list;

*** UPDATED ***

Suggested track list for next season:

1. Redbull Ring (National Layout) - Kunos track, Red Pack DLC

2. Tor Poznan - http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/tor-pozna%C5%84.6118/ (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/tor-pozna%C5%84.6118/)

3. Modena Fast - http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/autodromo-di-modena.5346/ (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/autodromo-di-modena.5346/)

4. T78_Hockenheimring Short2 - http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/hockenheimring-multi-layout.7223/ (http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/hockenheimring-multi-layout.7223/)

5. Magione

6. Brands Hatch Indy

7. Ahventisto -
http://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/ahvenisto.10846/

8. Vallelunga Classic

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 05, 2016, 04:40:00 PM

BTW. Would be good if season could start on or after July 21st since I'm away until then.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 05, 2016, 04:49:34 PM

Sounds like a plan.
Thanks for the track list. I will also package these up on S3 to save versioning.probs.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Wally on July 06, 2016, 08:08:12 AM

Looks like fun.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: marty on July 06, 2016, 09:38:29 AM

I will try to make a few rounds this season when I can it should be fun. Round 2 you can always use the official red bull ring instead of the codies ripped track as the red pack should hit hefore then.  ;)

Title: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 06, 2016, 12:08:02 PM

We probably need to think about Redbull track option. If the Kunos track has a South Course layout included then it is the choice. Otherwise I think the drag up the hill is a bit boring in the MTX.

What do people think? Is the full Redbull circuit worth trying? If so, it should be round one track

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 06, 2016, 12:14:21 PM

If I'm not mistaken this shows the shortcut for the South Course layout.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160706/ca105d05ad9317102464d16beaead73a.jpg)

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: marty on July 06, 2016, 02:14:00 PM

Quote from: Gratulin on July 06, 2016, 12:08:02 PM

We probably need to think about Redbull track option. If the Kunos track has a South Course layout included then it is the choice. Otherwise I think the drag up the hill is a bit boring in the MTX.

What do people think? Is the full Redbull circuit worth trying? If so, it should be round one track

Fairly sure I have seen it confirmed as having both layouts, but also for slower cars and better racing there is noting like a good drag up the hill. It makes drafting very likely and spices up the racing, if you only run very short tracks then it will make passing the same as a faster car at a big track. I think the vallelunga short track is pretty crappy too and you guys may want to try the other new layout as this will make passing much more likely.

I remember we had a race in the Abarth 500's at Vallelunga club and it was impossible to pass, in these cars it wont be any better. So you can choose tracks that will be a single file procession or some that open up a bit more and make the lead car more of a sitting duck in the draft.

Its not up to me though but I still find it strange how most people always pick slow cars and short tracks and fast cars fast tracks. Even something like Monza 66 would be fun racing in these, everyone will be fairly close on pace and drafting would make for great racing there. Sure its a boring track on your own but thats the same in any car. I also like putting a big powerful car on a shorter track as that also opens up passing making it much more technical.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 06, 2016, 06:26:24 PM

Track pack download link added to head post.
Marty, nice to see you on the track on Thursdays...
I know what  you mean I am happy to run these things at Spa or Bathurst.... :)
The season's tracks appear to be diverse, should be fun.  I do like the little car, even if it doesn't have a roof and guards :)

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 06, 2016, 11:12:15 PM

In the promo video for the Red Pack the short layout for Redbull Ring is called "National Layout".

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160706/ad7ae75b8acab6a3b7971dc277db3663.png)

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 07, 2016, 08:15:34 AM

Now what type of event, Sprint or Endurance, for which tracks?

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 07, 2016, 08:25:49 AM

Quote from: Bruce on July 07, 2016, 08:15:34 AM

Now what type of event, Sprint or Endurance, for which tracks?

Questions, questions, questions....

1, 2, 6, 8 could work as endurance rounds. They are the more flowing, easier-to-concentrate-for-longer layouts

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 09, 2016, 02:57:01 PM

Original season post updated with track details.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 11, 2016, 03:28:46 PM

Thanks Andrew.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on July 13, 2016, 10:41:00 AM

I have the website ready for results, Round 2 track is just a place holder for modena until the website gets updated later

http://www.racingclubmanager.com/series_tab.cfm?club=1137

If bruce or gratulin need admins to this website I can arrange :)

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 19, 2016, 09:32:52 AM

Thanks Phil.
With the AC update, Wally's PLP update, we may as well run with AC's start /penalty system.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Gratulin on July 19, 2016, 01:15:01 PM

Does everyone who wants to race have the Red DLC?

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Wally on July 19, 2016, 01:40:41 PM

Quote from: Gratulin on July 19, 2016, 01:15:01 PM

Does everyone who wants to race have the Red DLC?

Yup.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 19, 2016, 02:11:36 PM

Yup 2.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: rob on July 19, 2016, 06:22:42 PM

Yup 3.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: AJ on July 19, 2016, 07:16:44 PM

Me 4

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Hornbag on July 20, 2016, 03:59:53 PM

I have the Red Pack DLC, do I have to sign up for the races somewhere or can I just turn up on the night?

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Joe on July 20, 2016, 04:11:39 PM

Still not tried this car. Will give it a quick run tonight so I can be somewhat prepared for Thursday, but I guess coming to a Thursday race totally unprepared was kind of what Thursdays night are all about  ;D

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Guybrush Threepwood on July 20, 2016, 05:43:32 PM

I can't believe how many of you guys have bought multiple Red DLC packs...

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: gawaterman on July 20, 2016, 06:38:19 PM

Got it

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Joe on July 20, 2016, 07:41:41 PM

Think there is something up with the server. I have the car but it doesnt show any available cars in the car list so cant join.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Hornbag on July 20, 2016, 07:51:55 PM

Quote from: Joe on July 20, 2016, 07:41:41 PM

Think there is something up with the server. I have the car but it doesnt show any available cars in the car list so cant join.

Me too

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Joe on July 20, 2016, 07:58:35 PM

Shows 0/0 so something wrong with config

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on July 20, 2016, 08:00:32 PM

i will have a look

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on July 20, 2016, 08:05:27 PM

Try now

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: rob on July 20, 2016, 10:04:38 PM

Looks fine now Phil, thanks.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 21, 2016, 09:43:28 AM

Thanks Phil, Hornbag, turn up, you in! :)
nice to have you on board

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Bruce on July 21, 2016, 01:46:45 PM

I have invited peeps from Pacific Gamers Clan, they are new to sim racing and a couple have AC along with Dirt Rally. 

so if you see some strange "clan like names" that may be them!

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: marty on July 21, 2016, 02:57:08 PM

Quote from: Bruce on July 21, 2016, 01:46:45 PM

I have invited peeps from Pacific Gamers Clan, they are new to sim racing and a couple have AC along with Dirt Rally. 

so if you see some strange "clan like names" that may be them!

Lets hope people dont get the wrong idea.  :o

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/J2OeeeB-f-qxw9QGQDjMcUDB4_YHq0aHJTUxxrnKLBwYqndT5n2-FFsEIK2MpJZm5nI8CHL5wuzWWJ2X-GdauT3r0k5KYvDv-196kORlbkg2T39HG0m98gNYBpNqxZbdwjDUUWqquZhy_L8lqltS9s0E_YKe7g=w200-h200-nc)

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: gawaterman on July 21, 2016, 06:34:15 PM

Been a while, what time do we start again?

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on July 21, 2016, 06:36:51 PM

practice at 7.30 and Qual at 8.15

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Joe on August 31, 2016, 07:50:29 PM

Just downloaded the track for tomorrows race but seems to have a different name on praccy server and I can't join?

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on August 31, 2016, 07:55:33 PM

thats what it extracted at for me
 what name do you have

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Joe on August 31, 2016, 07:57:07 PM

Quote from: Phil.8 on August 31, 2016, 07:55:33 PM

thats what it extracted at for me
 what name do you have

I took the download from the first post. Didn't see the updated version.

Title: Re: Season 5 Metalex to the Max!
Post by: Phil.8 on August 31, 2016, 07:59:02 PM

cool