TMCC15: Malaise Vigilante

[stm316]

Not really. You can’t get more than 10% float. I’ve tried. It goes 9%, 10%, 100%.

[GassTiresandOil]

My mistake… I haven’t gotten into 4.2 yet. While we’re on the subject though, where would I go to figure out how to get into 4.2 instead of 4.1?

[ldub0775]

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@abg7

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Cast Exhaust Manifold(s)

This would mean the only types of manifolds eligible for use would be either cast log or short cast.

Correct.

@abg7

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Solid Rear Axle

As long as it’s a coil- or leaf-sprung live rear axle, it’s in.

Correct.

@abg7

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Galvanized or Corrosion Resistant Steel Chassis Material

What about panel material? I’m expecting it to be standard steel and nothing else (fiberglass and aluminum don’t make any sense for the era and type of car the director is looking for).

As for dual exhausts on V-type engines, will you allow us to use those?

I don’t think anyone is going to fit fiberglass or aluminum panels in the budget, at least without slashing costs everywhere else. I also see no reason to ban dual exhausts, I believe both were common.

@abg7

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“The director thinks thinks a mundane domestic sedan really fits our main character, and I agree. We might consider an alternate type of vehicle if captures the underdog essence of our protagonist and won’t look ridiculous in our climatic chase scene through the subway. One thing is certain, however: absolutely no eye catching sports cars or muscle cars. This is a guy who needs to blend in, not stand out. Also, no small foreign cars. They’re fun, but they won’t work here.”

From this, I suspect Chaz is implying that anything with a wheelbase of under 2.7m (rounded to the nearest 0.1m) won’t be accepted.

I’m not going to impose strict wheelbase restrictions. If it looks like a normal mid or full sized American vehicle, that’s good enough for me.

@abg7

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Automatic Transmission

I reckon this should be a 3-speed unit for realism’s sake.

Four speed automatics will not be penalized.

@abg7

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Hard Long Life Tires, No “Tire Width” Suggestions or Warnings

Can they be cross-ply or radial? And as for wheel type, I’m expecting most entrants to stick to steel wheels, but what about cast alloy wheels? Are we allowed to use those? I don’t think forged magnesium wheels will make sense given the rule set, though.

Both cross-plies and radials are allowed. Steel wheels would absolutely be the most realistic choice, I will revise the rules to exclude aluminum and magnesium wheels.

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@Maverick74

I agree with mart1n here. Given how relatively restrictive the rules are for this already, I don’t think allowing the use of quality sliders is going to effect much before you start running over budget.

[Madrias]

I, for one, have no issues with the quality slider rule. Then again, I rarely ever use them. I’ve always found it easier to compromise on something else than to try figuring out which slider will knock $100 or $200 off of my end price without destroying the stats.

I’m going to start a test build and see where I get with it, but I’m fairly sure I know my engine already.

A little sneak-peek of what I’m working on:

No apologies for the terrible image quality.

[stm316]

I thought that was a Socrates quote.

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[GassTiresandOil]

One last question; is there a preference of color? I have a period-correct 70’s palette at the ready, but I realize that may not translate to current tastes lol.

[oppositelock]

1970’s earth tones are exactly what I’m looking for. Dark brown, avocado green, tan, beige, burnt orange, maroon, etc. Anything like bright red or fly yellow would be missing the plot, entirely.

Edit, for reference:

[Madrias]

Oh, good, I haven’t completely missed the mark with a dark green, then.

[Marv666]

Ooh, interesting! Badges/lettering of stats and general industry-wide improvements is just porn on (classic) cars. I might copy the idea for my entry.

[GassTiresandOil]

Any update on this one? I’ve been tooling around in 4.2 for a little while and haven’t come across too many bugs. Working on a pretty decent car (in my eyes).

[oppositelock]

I’m still experiencing some pretty annoying bugs, and the occasional crash. I suppose I can open entries for submission and see how it goes, but if judging becomes a total migraine I’m going to push back the close date until after the next patch.

Okay, submissions open via PM.

[mart1n2005]

The interior weight problem is one of the biggest right now, but the cost and reliability are ok I think so at least the cars would be on a level playing field.

[Prium]

Is there any preference between mid size (2.7/2.8m WB) and full size (over 2.8m WB) sedan?

[Edsel]

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I guess it’s possible to get decent performance out of a six cylinder, but then our foley guy has to dub over the all the engine sounds to make it sound good.

Does that Czajkowski man have a preference concerning V6 vs. I6 engines, or does he detest all 6-cylinders equally?

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@Prium

Is there any preference between mid size (2.7/2.8m WB) and full size (over 2.8m WB) sedan?

The director thinks a larger car would look more imposing on the big screen, but Chaz prefers a mid-size for stunt work. Call it a toss up.

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@Edsel

Does the speaker have a preference concerning V6 vs. I6 engines, or does he detest all 6-cylinders equally?

Straight sixes are slightly less repugnant. Their main weakness is that they usually make the car as nose heavy as a V8, anyway.

[Madrias]

Would the camera crew prefer a brighter or darker shade of paint on the car?