Just had a couple of laps around the server again and noticed something that perhaps I should have noticed before.
I selected the "internet" option when I join online, but there are other options. which should I be using? I also suffered from a screen blackout when someone else joined the server?? is this normal??
Sorry to be an infinite source of useless questions but... I am old(ish) and knowledge is only assimilated slowly
I selected Auto clutch whilst I am learning about these cars and only discovered after about 50 laps that I don't need to lift of the gas when upshifting. I assume that if I turn off Auto Clutch I will have to protect the engine from over revving?? Which comes more naturally to me anyway.
We have a choice of Hard or Soft tyres, what sort of time difference should I expect, 'cos i can't see one lol!!!
Anyway I'll give you a rest now. Off to practice for LOOOOONG 67 GPL race at Watkins Glen which we are running tonight if any of you guys fancy a challenge??
We love your questions, it gives us know-it-alls a chance to show off.
Internet is the correct option.
If a driver joins when you are on-line your PC has to load that drivers car so you can see it, otherwise he will be invisible. You have a setting under Options/Multiplayer that allows you to choose when to load the joining drivers car, straight away, when your going slow or when your back in your garage. Sounds like you need it set to the latter.
See the top of this graphic
I would suggest you keep auto clutch on but it's up to you. Cars vary and so do their levels of engine tolerance.
Tyre wear probably plays a bigger part in longer races. The soft options will give up on you quicker than the hards. Another reason to have XD installed. It shows tyre wear.
Good luck in your race tonight
