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    Thread created on 22:01:54 - 05/02/15 (11 years ago)
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    RD_'s Racing Guide "2.0"
    Part I

    There is no instant gratification in racing, just like everything else in Torn it will take a while to master. Most or All cars by now (except the Bugatti) have individually been fully upgraded to the specs of individual tracks by top racers. There has been a bigger diversity of cars in best lap global records than before. As more players experiment with different cars I think new cars may emerge as best lap records.

    Safety items didn't do anything before or now. My crashes always rotate in the same exact order. 1st crash 3 upgrades lost, 2nd crash 2 upgrades lost, 3rd crash 1 upgrade lost, all safety equipment or none. One comment was they might affect the quality or point cost of the upgrade you loose when you crash but I would still get them last.

    If there is any green on the track indicating dirt that means all dirt is best(maybe the way the coders made it?). The cross tires are useless and making transmission tarmac and suspension dirt or vise versa combinations seem to slow every car I tried different combinations on, on every track. It's either all dirt or all tarmac in this basic style racing sub-game.

    Turbo 3 is the better choice for 95% of the cars in all classes especially when you're starting out. Turbo 2 does have a purpose later in racing when you start upgrading individual cars for individual tracks but until you have progressed far enough to find any of the "part III" relevant I would recommend turbo 3 on all your cars.

    All Tarmac: Adjustable Coilover Suspension, Paddle Shift Gearbox, and Track Tyres
    All dirt: Group N Rally Suspension, Rally Gearbox, and Rally Tyres

    There are only 6 choices of upgrades that determine long or short in the transmission upgrade options. Rally Gearbox's or Paddle Shift Gearbox's are the only 2 I would suggest you use in any car. Long ratio tracks are the ones with big straightaways and short ratio tracks are the ones with a lot of shorter lengths between turns.

    Merits

    RacingReach Class A
    250 wins in the same car





    Class E - 0 upgrade points earned
    Class D - 25 upgrade points earned
    Class C - 100 upgrade points earned
    Class B - 250 upgrade points earned
    Class A - 475 upgrade points earned

    Best single well rounded cars for maximum tracks for all lower classes in my opinion, message me for questions.
    1)Volvo 850Class Eshort ratioall tarmacturbo 3
    My best record in Speedway 00:32:35 RD_It is the record in all 3 long ratio tracks and with the short ratio option to best balance it out it is a top competitor on 9/16 tracks making it the most versatile E class car.
    1b) If you wanted a second E class car I would get the Vauxhall Corsa turbo 3 for all the short ratio tarmac tracks and then set your Volvo long ratio for Withdrawal, Speedway and Convict.
    2)Toyota MR2Class Dlong ratioall tarmacturbo 3
    My best lap in Withdrawl 02:13:82 RD_
    Top record in Convict 01:10:33 RD_    		This is a car I had pre respo and it was record on all 3 long ratio tracks for the longest time after respo. It performs well on most of the tarmac tracks having good acceleration as well.
    2b)If you want a second D class car I would get Honda Accord long ratio, turbo 3 all tarmac to fill in on the tracks that need better handling and breaking power.
    3b)Honda Integra RClass Clong ratioall tarmacturbo 3
    My best lap in Uptown with the R 01:20:60 RD_This car is very balanced making it a top performer on 25% of the tracks long ratio.
    3) My best lap in Speedway with Z06 00:29:22 RD_The second C class choice is my original Chevrolet Corvette Z06 with the same specs as the Integra R for Speedway and Docks as well as being versatile in many of the tarmac tracks.
    4)Ford MustangClass Blong ratioall tarmacturbo 3
    My best lap in Speedway 00:27:62 RD_Being the car with the highest mph always has it's benefits and thats the case here as well as performing well on most tarmac tracks.
    5)The second car for class B would have to be the Sierra Consworth to cover 25% of the tracks using short ratio all dirt turbo 2 and this car will also be the top performer in Mudpit when you get to A class.



    Best Upgrade Choices

    AerodynamicsAir Forced Engine Cooling 4 points, Air Cooling Ducts for Brakes 6 points, Adjustable Rear Spoiler 6 points, Front Diffuser 8 points, Rear Diffuser 8 points 32points
    Brakes6 Pot Uprated Brakes 10 points, Brake Balance Bias Control 6 points, Competition Racing Brake Pads 6 points, Grooved and Drilled Brake Discs 6 points, Braided Brake Hoses 4 points, Fast Road Brake Fluid 4 points36 points
    EngineCompetition Racing Camshaft 6 points, Stage Three Turbo Kit 18 points, Stage Three Remap 10 points, Bored Out Engine + Forged Pistons 6 points, Front Mounted Intercooler 6 points, Competition Racing Fuel Pump 6 points, Competition Polished Throttle Body 6 points
    Ported and Polished Head 3 points    		 61points
    ExhaustCustom Forced Induction Kit 6 points, Stainless Steel 4-1 Manifold 6 points, Full Exhaust System 6 points 18points
    FuelSuper Octane Fuel Plus Nitrous 6 points 6points
    SuspensionAll upgrades available Group N Rally Suspension or Adjustable Coilover Suspension 36points
    TransmissionPaddle Shift Gearbox (Long ratio) or Rally Gearbox (Short ratio) 10 points, Ultra-Light Flywheel 6 points, Competition Racing Clutch 6 points, 4 Pin Differential 4 points, Quick Shift 2 points 28points
    Weight Reductionall available 35points
    Wheels and TyresUltra-Lightweight Alloys 8 points, Rally Tyres or Track Tyres 6 points 14points
    Ready for competition with turbo 3 1st cell 45 upgrades without any safety items, 2nd cell with all safety items, required point totals266 total311 total
    Ready for competition with turbo 21st cell 45 upgrades without any safety items, 2nd cell with all safety items, required point totals260 total 305 total





    Factory Car Statistics

    Car
    		Class
    		Name
    		Top Speed
    		0-60
    		Brake Dist.
    		Top Speed
    		Acceleration
    		Braking
    		Handling
    		Dirt
    		Tarmac
    		Safety


    		Class E
    		Honda Civic
    		118
    		11.2
    		157
    		12
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Citroen Saxo
    		90
    		10.0
    		157
    		4
    		12
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Fiat Punto
    		98
    		11.0
    		157
    		4
    		8
    		8
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Renault Clio
    		121
    		11.3
    		157
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Classic Mini
    		75
    		13.0
    		163
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Nissan Micra
    		106
    		11.6
    		150
    		8
    		8
    		12
    		4
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Reliant Robin
    		75
    		13.0
    		163
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		8
    Class E
    		Vauxhall Corsa
    		99
    		10.2
    		150
    		4
    		8
    		12
    		8
    		4
    		8
    		8


    		Class E
    		Peugeot 106
    		109
    		10.0
    		163
    		8
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		4
    		8
    		8
    Class E
    		Volvo 850
    		121
    		11.3
    		157
    		12
    		4
    		8
    		8
    		4
    		8
    		8



    l
    Car
    		Class
    		Name
    		Top Speed
    		0-60
    		Brake Dist.
    		Top Speed
    		Acceleration
    		Braking
    		Handling
    		Dirt
    		Tarmac
    		Safety
    Class D
    		Toyota MR2
    		140
    		7.7
    		150
    		20
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		16
    Class D
    		Honda Accord
    		130
    		9.6
    		144
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		16


    		Class D
    		Hummer H3
    		98
    		9.3
    		137
    		16
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		12
    		16

    		Class D
    		BMW X5
    		124
    		9.8
    		137
    		16
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		12
    		16

    		Class D
    		Seat Leon Cupra
    		123
    		7.5
    		144
    		12
    		20
    		16
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		16

    		Class D
    		Alfa Romeo 156
    		129
    		7.6
    		150
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		16


    		Class D
    		Vauxhall Astra GSI
    		150
    		8.8
    		144
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		16
    		12
    		16
    		16


    		Class D
    		Volkswagen Beetle
    		126
    		8.4
    		144
    		12
    		16
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		16


    		Class D
    		Volkswagen Golf GTI
    		128
    		8.2
    		144
    		12
    		16
    		16
    		20
    		12
    		16
    		16

    		Class D
    		Chevrolet Cavalier
    		139
    		9.2
    		144
    		20
    		16
    		16
    		12
    		12
    		16
    		16



    l
    Car
    		Class
    		Name
    		Top Speed
    		0-60
    		Brake Dist.
    		Top Speed
    		Acceleration
    		Braking
    		Handling
    		Dirt
    		Tarmac
    		Safety
    Class C
    		BMW Z8
    		155
    		5.8
    		124
    		25
    		20
    		29
    		25
    		20
    		25
    		25

    		Class C
    		Firebird
    		168
    		6.2
    		131
    		29
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		20
    		25
    		25


    		Class C
    		Audi TT Quattro
    		155
    		5.7
    		131
    		20
    		29
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		25
    		25
    Class C
    		Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    		170
    		5.9
    		131
    		29
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		20
    		25
    		25
    Class C
    		Ford Focus RS
    		163
    		5.7
    		137
    		25
    		29
    		20
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		25

    		Class C
    		Mini Cooper S
    		143
    		6.4
    		131
    		20
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		20
    		25
    		25
    Class C
    		Holden SS
    		165
    		6.0
    		131
    		29
    		20
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		25
    		25


    		Class C
    		Audi S3
    		155
    		5.713125
    		29
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		25
    		25
    Class C
    		Honda S2000
    		150
    		6.0
    		124
    		25
    		25
    		29
    		20
    		20
    		25
    		25
    Class C
    		Honda Integra R
    		145
    		6.5
    		137
    		25
    		25
    		20
    		29
    		20
    		25
    		25



    l
    Car
    		Class
    		Name
    		Top Speed
    		0-60
    		Brake Dist.
    		Top Speed
    		Acceleration
    		Braking
    		Handling
    		Dirt
    		Tarmac
    		Safety


    		Class B
    		Dodge Charger
    		190
    		4.7
    		118
    		37
    		33
    		33
    		29
    		29
    		33
    		33

    		Class B
    		Porsche 911 GT3
    		160
    		4.0
    		118
    		35
    		37
    		33
    		33
    		29
    		33
    		33


    		Class B
    		BMW M5
    		186
    		5.2
    		118
    		37
    		35
    		33
    		33
    		29
    		33
    		33

    		Class B
    		TVR Sagaris
    		185
    		4.7
    		124
    		33
    		33
    		35
    		37
    		29
    		33
    		33
    Class B
    		Subaru Impreza STI
    		158
    		4.2
    		118
    		33
    		37
    		33
    		35
    		33
    		29
    		33

    		Class B
    		Mitsubishi Evo X
    		155
    		4.5
    		118
    		33
    		37
    		33
    		35
    		33
    		29
    		33
    Class B
    		Sierra Cosworth
    		137
    		5.1
    		118
    		35
    		33
    		33
    		45
    		33
    		29
    		33
    Class B
    		Lotus Exige
    		148
    		4.2
    		118
    		35
    		33
    		33
    		37
    		29
    		33
    		33
    Class B
    		Ford Mustang
    		192
    		4.8
    		124
    		37
    		33
    		29
    		33
    		29
    		33
    		33
    Class B
    Audi S4
    155
    5.4
    111
    33
    35
    37
    33
    29
    33
    33





    Part II

    It seems by watching the races you can't learn anything unfortunately, the way certain cars get passed or pass others makes no sense sometimes. You would assume the highest mph cars would accelerate on straightaways and fall back on turns but no. The racing portion of the game I don't think is that sophisticated and the wins seem predetermined so, the actual race would be just for show.
    In A class short ratios transmissions work better on some of the tracks that appear long ratio because of the insane top speeds some cars already have. In classes B and lower what appears long ratio usually is in my opinion.

    Best 4 A class cars to own.
    1)Ferrari 458Class Ashort ratioall tarmacturbo 3 tracks: Uptown, Underdog, Docks and Vector
    I am still testing Ferrari (even know its one of the 1st I owned). When building my fleet the Ferrari turbo 3 won me most of my points.
    2)Honda NSXClass Ashort ratioall tarmacturbo 3tracks: Commerce, Industrial, Sewage and Meltdown
    When I had lower skill and was trying to perform 25% of the tracks with this one car turbo 3 seems to work better. Later on you can choose turbo 2 or 3 for this car depending on what tracks want the to perform best on. I would say Underdog, Commerce and Sewage are turbo 2 tracks for the NSX but stick with the turbo 3 being more versatile and only seconds different with either option.
    3)Audi R8Class Ashort ratioall dirtturbo 3tracks: Parkland, Two Islands, Hammerhead, Stone Park and Mudpit
    Like the NSX I would suggest turbo 3 to start, later on you can switch to turbo 2 when you no longer need this car to cover all 5 dirt tracks if you want to experiment turbo 2 on seemingly short ratio dirt tracks. The consistency of wins is higher with turbo 3. The NSX is better for dirt but the NSX is better for everything and the R8 was an instant winner to replace the NSX for dirt tracks.
    4)Lexus LFAClass Along ratioall tarmacturbo 3tracks: Withdrawal, Speedway and Convict. (Docks alternative)
    This car is the top dog on long ratio tracks and extremely competitive in any track with decent straightaways. Excellent handling on top speeds makes this car a excellent point winner.

    Next car to get for point building and complete the set to cover all 16/16 tracks
    5)Sierra ConsworthClass Bshort ratioall dirtturbo 2track: Mudpit

    RD's Racing Guide "2.0"

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    Car
    		Class
    		Name
    		Top Speed
    		0-60
    		Brake Dist.
    		Top Speed
    		Acceleration
    		Braking
    		Handling
    		Dirt
    		Tarmac
    		Safety
    Class A
    		Bugatti Veyron
    		253
    		2.5
    		120
    		46
    		46
    		30.5
    		30.5
    		26.5
    		38
    		38
    Class A
    		Mercedes SLR
    		208
    		3.7
    		105
    		45
    		41
    		41
    		37
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Ferrari 458
    		202
    		3.4
    		105
    		37
    		45
    		41
    		41
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Aston Martin One-77
    		220
    		3.5
    		105
    		45
    		41
    		41
    		37
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Lexus LFA
    		202
    		3.6
    		111
    		45
    		41
    		37
    		41
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Lamborghini Gallardo
    		202
    		3.4
    		105
    		41
    		45
    		41
    		37
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Ford GT40
    		205
    		3.7
    		98
    		41
    		37
    		45
    		41
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Audi R8
    		187
    		3.8
    		105
    		37
    		41
    		41
    		45
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Nissan GT-R
    		200
    		3.3
    		105
    		37
    		45
    		41
    		41
    		29
    		41
    		41
    Class A
    		Honda NSX
    		165
    		5.0
    		98
    		37
    		37
    		45
    		45
    		29
    		41
    		41


    Part III

    As for the turbo, you can see in the racing section in forums the turbo 2 gives TOP SPEED + 5 ACCELERATION +5 OVERALL BENEFIT +10 and the stage 3 turbo TOP SPEED +7 ACCELERATION +4 OVERALL BENEFIT +11

    I found in class A most all cars work best short ratio with turbo 3. Some cars with highest mph work best with turbo 2 like the GT-40 and Aston Martin One-77. Some tracks would realistically be best with turbo 2 but in Torn racing turbo 3 seems to be the best for many cars even the Ferrari 458 in tracks like Vector? Withdrawal and Speedway are defiantly turbo 3 tracks, I use the Lexus LFA on.
    Next set of cars to consider after having the first 5 point winning cars working for you. These are for those looking to set records or have better cars for individual tracks.

    6)Ford GT-40Class Ashort ratioall tarmacturbo 2tracks: Vector, Commerce and Docks (occasionally does well in sewage and meltdown)
    7)Aston Martin One-77Class Ashort ratioall tarmacturbo 2tracks: Uptown and Convict
    8)Nissan-GTRClass Ashort ratioall dirtturbo 3tracks: Stone Park and Two Islands
    9)Lamborghini GallardoClass A short ratio all tarmacturbo 3tracks: Uptown and Docks
    1 track car for record setting (poor consistency best record setter)
    10) Mercedes-SLRClass A short ratio all tarmacturbo 2 track: Convict
    The GT-40 has better single lap time in Commerce and Vector but overall less of a winning ratio compared to 458 or One-77.
    Mercedes SLR is milliseconds faster in Convict but less consistent to win so I would save points and use the LFA or One-77 until you have all your point earning cars maxed in upgrades.
    Lamborghini Gallardo has better single lap time in Uptown but less consistent to win (without 30.0-40.0 skill) compared to the One-77.
    The Galardo is cool but its one of the last cars besides the SLR I would suggest to own as there purposes are most limited.





    Skill is the big factor but your cars also have to be geared properly. I'll sometimes loose 5 races in a row then win a race I forgot to select the right car for, it's sometimes odds and luck with the matchups to. Individual lap times can vary 15 seconds lap to lap on some tracks so know your average before making an upgraded and being surprised you didn't beat one of your own best personal times on the 1st race. I go by my lap time average to check consistency and test upgrades one at a time on about 500 laps. If everyone is doing it right your chance of winning also get divided.

    Not knowing about respo and what it would do I wasted over 1,500 points on cars I don't need.
    I totaled around 4,600 points total since I started racing more then a year ago.
    I have been in around 4,500 races so far
    Driver Skill 21.7





    More info and tips

    1st 5 tracks listed here are the dirt tracks
    I tested both the R8 and GT-R rally v.s. rally-cross v.s. dirt tranny and suspension combinations at the expense of several points to identify upgrades for these tracks. They are "all dirt" and "short ratio" despite the fact they look like there is only small amounts of dirt on the track, for some reason that's just they way it is. I used turbo 3 on these tracks with my R8 and SLR to get my current best lap times as of now. I did set my personal best lap with my Consworth turbo 2.
    TrackImageInfoNotes
    ParklandTrack Info: A large indecisive track through the center of the city which is kinder to cars with higher handling and breaking. It contains a tortuous windy dirt road which drivers have dubbed 'the noodle', mastering this section can be the difference between 1st and last place.My turbo 3 best lap record with my R8 beats my turbo 2 best lap record.
    Two IslandsTrack Info: This track has you racing through the financial district, slingshotting around the coast of two separate islands. It demands considerable handling, "rally tires are recommended". This is the only track that suggest anything helpful to upgrading and it's accurate.
    Hammerhead This large track with soft bends with favor those with better braking and handling. It's feature piece is a small island in the middle of a lake which is connected by two rickety old bridges. Optimising for the threatening scenic dirt path may be a wise choice.The NSX is the top competitive car on these 4 tracks. In this Guide the NSX is used for tarmac tracks so the R8 is the best to use followed by the GT-R. All short ratio, all dirt.
    Stone ParkTrack Info: Torn is well known for it's legendary Stone Park race track. Designed by racing professionals and quotes as 'the perfect track'... It was carefully crafted so that it demands a balance of all statistics. My turbo 3 best lap record with my SLR beats my turbo 2 best lap record.
    MudpitOne of only three official racing circuits in Torn, this rally track is very unforgiving to those who have not tuned their car for off-road use. 4 wheeled drive vehicles will probably have the most luck. You can't beat the Class B Consworth on this track. My turbo 2 and 3 best lap records are only milliseconds difference.
    All the rest listed below are the all tarmac tracks
    DocksThis sprint through the Docks has several long straights followed by harsh 90 degree bends. Freight and heavy goods vehicles are also commonplace for an unlicenced race event. This track requires a great deal of both acceleration and speed for the win. Riddle of the Docks, This is the only track that I am as far as 5 seconds away from the record. I have tried both short and long ratio with several cars. I believe this is one track that driver skill makes all the difference as the record holders have a skill of over 30.0 and more like 40.0+. The NSX even hit the records for this track showing its more about the acceleration then the top speed.
    Uptown A simple yet slightly unnerving track in one of the richer districts in Torn including smooth bends of all shapes and sizes. Drivers will probably find speed and acceleration more rewarding due to the two lengthy straights and lack of hard corners. short ratio, all tarmac. This track needs high m.p.h. and fast acceleration. My best lap record is with turbo 2 One-77.
    WithdrawlThis ginormous track loops around the bay and crosses both bridges to and from the financial district. With few tight corners, those with higher top speed will be more likely to come out on top.long ratio, turbo 3, all tarmac
    Underdog A short and sweet track just outside of the official raceway with tight corners and tight straights, favoring cars with higher acceleration. A common unofficial track for drivers of all skill levels. short ratio, all tarmac
    Commerce This short circuit in the shopping district requires an almost even balance of statistics. One side features a smooth, calm straight, on the other an unforgiving slalom. short ratio track, all tarmac
    Vector Sitting just above the Docks, this track is filled with razor sharp corners but provides solace with a lengthy straight to end the lap. Speed, acceleration, braking and handling all play vital roles in this balance circuit race. My turbo 3 best lap record with my 458 beats my turbo 2 best lap record.
    Sewage This drive around Torn's water treatment plant will surprise you around every corner. It features a vast array of different bends and corners, catering very well to cars with higher breaking. short ratio, turbo 2 all tarmac track
    Meltdown Tear through this goliath power plant sitting on a peninsula of Torn's coast. Handling and braking will be required in order to handle the high-speed bends around the funnels and sharp corners.short ratio, all tarmac
    Speedway Torn's official Speedway is built for not much more then pure speed and handling. Deceptively simple, one wrong move will totally wipe out your vehicle. long ratio, turbo 3, all tarmac
    Convict This illegal street race ironically flies past the entrance of Torn's jail, and continues around to form a circuit. Due to it's four almost identical straights speed is the essence. My short ratio, turbo 2 One-77 beats my long ratio, turbo 3 LFA. all tarmac




    Its believed that 100 lap custom races build skill faster, I think skill is based on laps not races. 100 laps in a 10 min wait or less to start gains more laps than the 10 laps average for an official race with the hour wait to start. The laps times you get in custom races also qualify for personal and global records.

    My best laps records (as of sometime 2015)


    Track NameTrack ImageCarFormulaBest LapEngine
    IndustrialHonda NSXshort ratio, all tarmac01:18:18 RD_
    		turbo 2
    Uptown


    		Lamborghini Gallardo
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:12:45 RD_turbo 3
    Aston Martin One-77
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:12:52 RD_turbo 2
    Ferrari 458
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:12:67 RD_turbo 3
    Withdrawl Lexus LFA
    		long ratio, all tarmac01:52:73 RD_turbo 3
    UnderdogFerrari 458
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:26:25 RD_turbo 3
    Honda NSX
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:26:53 RD_turbo 2
    ParklandAudi R-8
    		 short ratio, all dirt02:33:31 RD_turbo 3
    Docks Ferrari 458
    		short ratio, all tarmac 02:46:52 RD_turbo 3
    Lamborghini Gallardo
    		 short ratio, all tarmac02:47:76 RD_turbo 2
    Aston Martin One-77
    		 short ratio, all tarmac02:48:63 RD_turbo 2
    Commerce Ford GT-40
    		 short ratio, all tarmac00:50:16 RD_turbo 2
    Ferrari 458
    		 short ratio, all tarmac00:50:34 RD_turbo 3
    Honda NSX
    		 short ratio, all tarmac00:50:38 RD_turbo 2
    Two IslandsNissan GT-R
         		short ratio, all dirt01:41:06 RD_turbo 3
    Audi R-8
         		short ratio, all dirt01:41:58 RD_turbo 3
    VectorFerrari 458
    		 short ratio, all tarmac01:00:82 RD_turbo 3
    Ford GT-40
    		short ratio, all tarmac 01:00:86 RD_turbo 2
    MudpitSierra Consworth
    		short ratio, all dirt00:35:81 RD_turbo 2
    HammerheadAudi R-8
         		short ratio, all dirt00:56:13 RD_turbo 3
    SewageFord GT-40
    		short ratio, all tarmac01:36:20 RD_turbo 2
    Honda NSX
    		short ratio, all tarmac 01:36:41 RD_turbo 2
    MeltdownHonda NSX
    		short ratio, all tarmac00:57:14 RD_turbo 3
    SpeedwayLexus LFA
    		long ratio, all tarmac 00:26:56 RD_turbo 3
    Stone ParkAudi R-8
    		short ratio, all dirt01:12:28 RD_turbo 3
    Nissan GT-R
    		short ratio, all dirt01:12:92 RD_turbo 3
    Convict Aston Martin One-77
    		short ratio, all tarmac 00:59:89 RD_turbo 2
    Lexus LFA
    		short ratio, all tarmac00:59:98 RD_turbo 3




    I now have 16 fully upgraded cars, 8 A class, 2 B class, 2 C class, 2 D class and 2 E class!

    I did join a car dealership for 1 extra racing point a day for a while. Now I need to travel more and have a different job for expenses. Butters [34298] and ScHiZoPhReNiC [535496] have been collaborating information to help people start racing.

    (Mechanic Shop)
    1 star Machinist + Racing point (5 job points)
    3 star Discount Parts - 25% discount on car parts (Passive)
    5 star Junkyard Dog + Random car (5 job points)
    7 star Refurbish Lose no car parts after crashing (Passive)
    10 star Driver + 25% driving skill gain (Passive)

    (Car Dealership)
    1 star Test Drive + Racing point (5 job points)
    3 star Discount parts - 25% discount on car parts (Passive)
    5 star Salesman No item market fees (Passive)
    7 star Two-Faced + 25% fraud success rate and skill gain (Passive)
    10 star Getaway car + 95% run away chance (Passive)

    (Gas Station)
    1 star Machinist + Racing point (5 job points)
    3 star Discount Parts - 25% discount on car parts (Passive)
    5 star Arsonist + 25% vandalism success rate and skill gain (Passive)
    7 star Molotov Cocktail + Molotov Cocktail (5 job points)
    10 star Blaze of Glory + 100% molotov cocktail damage (Passive)

    I believe there will be more updates to racing as long as a lot of players are interested so, keep racing and who knows what events and/or rewards may come for competitive racers in the future :)

    I was asked if drugs affect races. In all my experience no drugs do not affect the races. I always take Xanax for training and also always on a max alcohol cooldown so I'm rarely ever not on a drug cooldown. My winning ratio is always positive and I continue to beat my own personal records from time to time. I think it would be cool if there was an update were drugs or items could affect racing positively or negatively which would make things more challenging and interesting maybe we can hope for in the future. I always wait until I receive the icon showing I have a drug addiction before I rehab and never took more drugs beyond that so I can't speak for the real druggys of Torn. I did crash today after an OD but I'm not convinced crashes or lap times are drug related as they seem to me they are just random.

    Last edited by AngryVGNerd on 05:22:36 - 24/03/18 (8 years ago)

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    Posted on 04:27:17 - 17/04/15 (11 years ago)
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    Great thread 1+




    Buying DPs,FHC,Stat Enhancers,Cans,Xanax and most items in Torn,Top prices paid

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    Posted on 04:50:05 - 17/04/15 (11 years ago)
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    Great thread. from my experience tho, it seems i get better times from SLR turbo3 than SLR turbo2
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    Posted on 14:05:39 - 20/04/15 (11 years ago)
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    The SLR will preform more consistently with turbo 3 for more wins but when you want the record turbo 2 will get you that top time in a low percentage of many races.
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    Posted on 08:09:22 - 30/04/15 (11 years ago)
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    very thorough guide, ty :)
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    Excellent guide thank you..
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    This guide has been extremely helpful - just made into B Class racing and looking forward to cracking A!
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    just today, bought the racing licence. wish to make-use of your suggestions to win some ! thanks.

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    Posted on 15:07:51 - 12/05/15 (11 years ago)
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    I wish I found that guide sooner! R+ [:tongue:]
    Last edited by David on 15:08:16 - 12/05/15 (11 years ago)

    Recently in the Auction House:
    Dune Vest (sold for: 820m),
    and Dune Gloves (sold for: 515m)

    See you next time face_08.gif

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    Awesome guide. Thanks for this. R+
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    Excellent!


    Edit: Car images are broken.
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    Posted on 08:07:54 - 04/07/15 (11 years ago)
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    Love the guide RD - we miss you in 39th!



    Quick Q for anyone who knows - how do I know how many racing points I have won in total?

    I can add up the cost of upgrades still on my cars and those points I haven't spent yet, but is there any way to see how many have been lost in crashes?

    Thanks.
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    Very extensive guide but I would have to question your choice for Class C and Class B. I won more than 50% of my races in class C using a ford focus, it is the only class C car that anyone should use. In class B I used porshe 911 and my friend used ford mustang. I won a lot more races than he did with the same amount of points used.

    I also see no mention of racing experience. In class A that is essential much more than even the car that you use. The best way to gain experience is by racing over night in 100 lap races.

    A rule of thumb in how to spend points that worked very well for me. Spend all the points you made from the previous class on the new class.
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    Lovely guide - helped me reach class A, thank you

    One question - do custom race wins count towards the 250 wins merit for a car?
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    Yes. I used my class b car in one lap speed way races mainly because I had head start with it.
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    Chuckyboy2 [1875579]

    Yes. I used my class b car in one lap speed way races mainly because I had head start with it.
    Brilliant, ty, that's exactly my plan :)
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    Yes custom races count toward your 250 wins so, u can actually set them up with a friend to achieve faster with 1 lap races :)

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    bump

    Now that i'm older, i thought it was great that i seemed to have more patience.

    turns out i just don't give a shit anymore.
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