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jayblue
9 July 12, 14:04
This thread provides all the information regarding race format, points system and calendar events for season five.

Mod:

http://downloads.gamers-crib.com/Sim%20Racing/NGR%20GTR2%20League/Season%205/Cars/NGR%20Season%205%20proto%20mod%20V2.rar

Race Calendar:

1) 28th July 2012 - Paul Ricard - http://www.nogripracing.com/details.php?filenr=15416

2) 4th August 2012 - Sebring Virtua LM - http://rapidshare.com/files/2113670709/VLM_Sebring_GTR2_V100.exe

3) 18th August 2012 - Mid Ohio Virtua LM - https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8346744/MidOhio_Virtua_LM.rar

4) 25th August 2012 - Donington Park Gp - Stock game circuit

5) 15th September 2012 - Brno Gp 2004 - Stock game circuit

6) 29th September 2012 - Long Beach - http://www.nogripracing.com/details.php?filenr=23283

7) 6th October 2012 - Virginia - http://www.nogripracing.com/details.php?filenr=16141

8) 20th October 2012 - Spa Gp 2008 - https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8346744/Spa_2008.rar

All dates and tracks subject to review.

POINTS SYSTEM

The points system has been kept the same as it was in season four.

1st 30 pts
2nd 26 pts
3rd 23 pts
4th 20 pts
5th 17 pts
6th 14 pts
7th 12 pts
8th 10 pts
9th 8 pts
10th 6 pts
11th 5 pts
12th 4 pts
13th 3 pts
14th 2 pts
15th 1 pt

Everybody will drop their lowest total points finish, effectively allowing us all to miss one race without too much of a points hit.

To be classified for points you must finish the lap on which 75% of the total race distance takes place.

WEIGHT/SUCCESS BALLAST:

In order to make the events closer success ballast will be given to cars as follows.

1st: +40kg
2nd: +30kg
3rd: +15kg
4th: 0kg
5th: -10kg
6th: -20kg
7th: -30kg
Lower: -30kg

Maximum success ballast to be 120kg. This will be kept under review during the season and may be refined as we progress.

RACE LENGTH, TIME ETC

15 minute quali session commences at 19:30 UK time (currently GMT)

Races commence at 19:45 UK time.

Races will be 45 minutes in length.

Drivers must pick a car prior to the season starting and then keep the same car for all events. This will help avoid the situation in which more experienced drivers or drivers with more time to test gain an advantage by picking the strongest car for each event. You can change car but this will incur a penalty of 35% of the points scored (rounded up to the nearest point) in the event you changed car. Following a car change you must either stay with the new car or incur the penalty again if you switch to any other car for the subsequent events.

All of the above is a work in progress. If anyone has an suggestions or idea's regarding any of the above please post below before we set dates for the season to commence.
jayblue
10 July 12, 19:33
Finalised race download links and race calendar :thumbup:

With regard to the mod i am in the process of uploading now ready for everyone to download.

I must thank PhilH, the staff and admin at NAGP (NorthAmericanGp.com) and anyone else who contributed to the car pack that we have been granted use of for the coming season :thumbup:
scottydog
10 July 12, 20:10
Is it ALMS mod then mate?
jayblue
10 July 12, 21:36
Yep - i have put the link in the first post now.
fromgehenna
11 July 12, 04:39
How much there is difference on car performance on this mod??

Made my selection based on how the car look's.:mrgreen: So zero laps done. Going to miss the first race but try to make as many as possible.

See you guys at track. :thumbup:
Backo
11 July 12, 13:12
...nice too see starting new season,thx to Jay and guys who created this mod:)I never try it so I'm looking forward on it:)lol
wpsracing78
14 July 12, 02:24
Paul Ricard layout?

PR is what all the LMP's use in testing - big straight.

I think the chicane in the GT version is too annoying and detracts from the great circuit with the long straight and fast T1/2
jayblue
14 July 12, 15:08
Paul Ricard layout?

PR is what all the LMP's use in testing - big straight.

I think the chicane in the GT version is too annoying and detracts from the great circuit with the long straight and fast T1/2

Dunno yet - the best one :laugh:

I haven't done much testing of the mod in terms of the cars out and out lap speed relative to each other so it will be a guessing game for the first few events.
scottydog
17 July 12, 21:20
FWIW, i agree with WPS the PR version is 100% definitely the best for these Protos, did some laps today... great fun driving these cars, great choice with this mod Jay, looking forward to racing very much :thumbup:
quake_gl
17 July 12, 23:04
What about the teammates and car choice?Do you have to stay with that car for whole championship?
skogkatt
18 July 12, 08:17
I'll miss the first one and a few others ;-) but I'll register anyway. I look forward to try this new mod (on holidays now...)
jayblue
18 July 12, 20:10
What about the teammates and car choice?Do you have to stay with that car for whole championship?

Updated the first post with the following:

"Drivers must pick a car prior to the season starting and then keep the same car for all events. This will help avoid the situation in which more experienced drivers or drivers with more time to test gain an advantage by picking the strongest car for each event. You can change car but this will incur a penalty of 35% of the points scored (rounded up to the nearest point) in the event you changed car. Following a car change you must either stay with the new car or incur the penalty again if you switch to any other car for the subsequent events.
edgecrusher
18 July 12, 21:21
I'll have to test some cars then...maybe Sunday :D
JJC1
20 July 12, 12:58
Only just spotted that you have decided on a mod...:-D

This thread provides all the information regarding race format, points system and calendar events for season five.

Mod:

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8346744/NGR...roto%20mod.rar (https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8346744/NGR%20Season%205%20proto%20mod.rar)


I have some concerns about the way this is packaged though...

If you drop the GameData into your GTR2 folder, then the the Music and UIData folders will not be installed correctly!!!

...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Music <<<--- Music folder should not go in GameData !!!
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Sounds
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Teams
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\UIData <<<--- UIData should not go in GameData !!!
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\2012_NAGP_ALMS_icon.tga
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.gdb
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.txt
JJC1
20 July 12, 13:12
Race Calendar:

1) 28th July 2012 - Paul Ricard - http://www.nogripracing.com/details.php?filenr=15416


Server's up

There are 3 layouts, GT, PR and SH
not specified in post#1,
so I've selected all 3,
vote it on to the correct one and pm me pls :-P
quake_gl
20 July 12, 13:34
Only just spotted that you have decided on a mod...:-D



I have some concerns about the way this is packaged though...

If you drop the GameData into your GTR2 folder, then the the Music and UIData folders will not be installed correctly!!!

...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Music <<<--- Music folder should not go in GameData !!!
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Sounds
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Teams
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\UIData <<<--- UIData should not go in GameData !!!
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\2012_NAGP_ALMS_icon.tga
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.gdb
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.txt


Yep,thought about that too.I installed it correct manually however.MUSIC and UIDATA go to the main GTR2 folder
Backo
20 July 12, 13:46
Server's up

There are 3 layouts, GT, PR and SH
not specified in post#1,
so I've selected all 3,
vote it on to the correct one and pm me pls :-P

I think we gonna use PR (prototype one) ;-) ,this layout is fastest:mrgreen:
JJC1
20 July 12, 16:57
Yep,thought about that too.I installed it correct manually however.MUSIC and UIDATA go to the main GTR2 folder

I've repackaged it to show the correct relationships :-)
get it here...
NGR Season 5 proto mod V2.rar (http://downloads.gamers-crib.com/Sim%20Racing/NGR%20GTR2%20League/Season%205/Cars/NGR%20Season%205%20proto%20mod%20V2.rar)

...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\Music
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\UIData
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Sounds
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\Teams
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\2012_NAGP_ALMS_icon.tga
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.gdb
...\NGR Season 5 proto mod\GameData\SIM_2012_NAGP_ALMS_.txt
scottydog
20 July 12, 18:29
Hang on a sec isn't this all gonna start causing mismatches if people are running different installs?
JJC1
20 July 12, 18:38
Hang on a sec isn't this all gonna start causing mismatches if people are running different installs?

No

but if you install the Music in the wrong folder then you won't get the music

and if you install the UIData in the wrong folder then other stuff won't work
(not really sure what they are... some menu options and look of the menus I think?)
Backo
21 July 12, 21:40
Guys I did some online practice tonight but I realized I've got 60kg weight lol can someone remove it pls:) thx
JJC1
22 July 12, 00:15
Guys I did some online practice tonight but I realized I've got 60kg weight lol can someone remove it pls:) thx

All penalties now removed:thumbup:
Backo
22 July 12, 01:09
Thx jjc1;-)))
Sweet_Dane
22 July 12, 22:19
Where to find the password for the online server?
jayblue
23 July 12, 10:30
I've repackaged it to show the correct relationships :-)
get it here...
NGR Season 5 proto mod V2.rar (http://downloads.gamers-crib.com/Sim%20Racing/NGR%20GTR2%20League/Season%205/Cars/NGR%20Season%205%20proto%20mod%20V2.rar)

Thanks :thumbup:

Everyone please use this link for the mod to make sure we all have the same files in the same format etc.

It is always good to make a clean install of GTR2 first before using any league mod to avoid mismatches and other problems joining the server.
quake_gl
23 July 12, 10:41
What about weather?Maybe we should put a program at server that makes changes during race?
Sweet_Dane
23 July 12, 19:02
Why are my questions not answered???

1) Could we please have our car skins in the package? They are ready to go!!

2) The password for the online server is where?

GTR24h - team
jayblue
23 July 12, 19:32
Why are my questions not answered???

1) Could we please have our car skins in the package? They are ready to go!!

2) The password for the online server is where?

GTR24h - team

The password is in the pre race chat thread (its season5) :thumbup:

As for adding skins - keep them and we can look at adding them after the first two back to back races when we know everyone has the mod installed and running ok. To add them now could complicate things for some prior to the first race. Sorry :-(
Sweet_Dane
24 July 12, 09:33
The password is in the pre race chat thread (its season5) :thumbup:

As for adding skins - keep them and we can look at adding them after the first two back to back races when we know everyone has the mod installed and running ok. To add them now could complicate things for some prior to the first race. Sorry :-(

Thanks :)

We will post the download link when time comes... ;)
loking forward to some nice and save 45 min. races with you all :)
quake_gl
26 July 12, 15:26
Fuel tank set to 100 or 80 L?
PhilH959
28 July 12, 02:11
Finalised race download links and race calendar :thumbup:

With regard to the mod i am in the process of uploading now ready for everyone to download.

I must thank PhilH, the staff and admin at NAGP (NorthAmericanGp.com) and anyone else who contributed to the car pack that we have been granted use of for the coming season :thumbup:

HI Jay! Thanks for the props and I hope you have a good time! Let me know if you have any car conflicts online please.
Phil
JJC1
30 July 12, 16:45
2) 4th August 2012 - Sebring Virtua LM - http://rapidshare.com/files/21136707..._GTR2_V100.exe (http://rapidshare.com/files/2113670709/VLM_Sebring_GTR2_V100.exe)

Server's up (12h layout right? ;-))

still set for 30 laps, let me know if/when/what to change :thumbup: (by pm pls)
jayblue
30 July 12, 17:57
Server's up (12h layout right? ;-))

still set for 30 laps, let me know if/when/what to change :thumbup: (by pm pls)

Will do, just got to do some laps first to figure it out :thumbup:
wpsracing78
3 August 12, 18:40
Remember you have to be CLASSIFIED to get weight OUT.
Sweet_Dane
6 August 12, 21:10
When is server for race 3. online?
Mad Hamish
7 August 12, 08:37
I can run a practice server until the official one gets online.

name: NoGrip practice
password: same as usual.

-kim-
JJC1
12 August 12, 19:40
3) 18th August 2012 - Mid Ohio Virtua LM - https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8346744/MidOhio_Virtua_LM.rar


Server's up... how many laps do you want?

set for 3 laps for pit tests atm.
Nectaria
14 August 12, 11:41
Is the Lobby fixed again? It was down since saturday or something.
Mad Hamish
14 August 12, 14:04
how to connect :

1. Go to your GTR2 directory.
2. Find the following file: LOCAL_IP_LOBBY.TXT
3. Open that file and replace what is in there with gtr2lobby.bier-buden.de - You may want to back up the original txt file or rename it old.
4. Start GTR2
5. Select internet then at the top click register to register a new account
6. After you registered with your new account, you should now be able to join the lobby with your new login.
Nectaria
14 August 12, 14:14
Works! Thank you.
diesel4x4
15 August 12, 08:45
cheers Hamish!!
jayblue
15 August 12, 15:12
how to connect :

1. Go to your GTR2 directory.
2. Find the following file: LOCAL_IP_LOBBY.TXT
3. Open that file and replace what is in there with gtr2lobby.bier-buden.de - You may want to back up the original txt file or rename it old.
4. Start GTR2
5. Select internet then at the top click register to register a new account
6. After you registered with your new account, you should now be able to join the lobby with your new login.

I tried this but i still can't access the lobby? It says "unknown error" when i attempt to join.
Mad Hamish
15 August 12, 15:18
try and put this IP into the lobby.txt instead : 91.121.102.7

also remember to register again
fromgehenna
17 August 12, 13:29
I tried this but i still can't access the lobby? It says "unknown error" when i attempt to join.

For me it worked.

Hmmmmm..... been of the forum since the last race and have no idea on what is going on. What is this skin incident that is causing some drivers do pull out from the league?? :?:
Sweet_Dane
17 August 12, 13:53
If you get an error, try login with old user again... It worked for me..
Racecraft
27 August 12, 14:28
The link for Spa is broken, does anyone have an alternative?
jayblue
27 August 12, 16:41
The link for Spa is broken, does anyone have an alternative?

Fixed :thumbup: Download from first post.
Racecraft
27 August 12, 19:45
Cheers!
JJC1
2 September 12, 12:27
5) 8th September 2012 - Brno Gp 2004 - Stock game circuit


Server's up
Sweet_Dane
2 September 12, 17:33
Server's up

Simbin Lobby working....

gtr2server1.gtr-evolution.com
JJC1
3 September 12, 19:06
Simbin Lobby working....

gtr2server1.gtr-evolution.com

True

but wouldn't you rather stick with the more reliable 'bude lobby ? ;-)
wpsracing78
4 September 12, 05:52
Lets stick with what we just switched too.
jayblue
9 September 12, 19:03
Race dates updated following server problems with the Brno race originally on 8th September 2012.
karlisss
29 September 12, 16:23
hallo!
i would love to race few races on this mod, but i downloaded it and droped in GTR2 folder all files and can't see it ingame. im not expert in GTR2. i have 1.1 version
txnks
Sweet_Dane
29 September 12, 16:54
Did you unzip the files? Think there is a gamedata folder in it. Drop that in your GTR2 folder.

Best with a new GTR2 install.
karlisss
29 September 12, 17:10
yes. i unzip files. as i understand there must be some ALMS type cars like zytek etc . or am i wrong?
Sweet_Dane
29 September 12, 18:05
you are correct. Check the GTR2\gamedata\teams\xxxx to confirm.
karlisss
29 September 12, 22:37
ITS OK! I just didn't know that there in menu is "mod button" lol
i played this game some 5 years ago in default way on loby servers (mostly at EOAA.org server) only without mods.
Sweet_Dane
30 September 12, 13:52
Cool you figured it out :)
karlisss
2 October 12, 20:15
is there some publics server for league practice online? or name, where to join for online practice and meet some ppl?
jayblue
3 October 12, 10:57
is there some publics server for league practice online? or name, where to join for online practice and meet some ppl?

See post #39 by Mad Hamish in this thread on how to setup for joining the No Grip server - http://www.nogripracing.com/forum/showthread.php?t=293862.

The server will be up in the next day or so for online practice to start :-)
JJC1
4 October 12, 09:41
The server is up

There seems to be a little bug with the 'bude lobby.
It is not clearing the entry when I restart the server.

You'll see there are 2 servers listed... NoGripRacing.com
NoGripRacing.com*
The one with the trailing * is the real one, and shows the correct track loaded.

(But it does not seem to matter which one you choose, you get to the same place :-))
Berger R - 74
21 October 12, 16:56
hello jayblue,

do you already know if there will be another season in Nogrip league?
and if so, do you already know what cars? will you do this protocars again?

...and a good suggestion is, to switch back to simbin lobby.

servus
jayblue
21 October 12, 18:45
hello jayblue,

do you already know if there will be another season in Nogrip league?
and if so, do you already know what cars? will you do this protocars again?

...and a good suggestion is, to switch back to simbin lobby.

servus

Hi Berger,

Unless i am told otherwise another season will start soon. Don't know what cars, won't be prototypes again though. Will be posting a poll in due course.

Now the Simbin lobby seems stable again i think that switching back is probably a good idea :-)
JJC1
23 October 12, 19:27
...Now the Simbin lobby seems stable again i think that switching back is probably a good idea :-)

I still think the benefit of having out-of-hours support available is worth considering.

If (on a future Friday) it goes down again (as it has before), you may have to wait until (Monday) morning for service ;-)

If (when) that happens ...it's easy to switch to the 'bude I agree, but last minute changes will probably lose some. :-P