General Tuning Principles for a 1969 Dodge Charger in Forza 2:
* Corner Tracks: Prioritize handling. You'll want a setup biased towards stability and responsiveness. This means:
* Stiffening suspension: Increase spring rates and anti-roll bars (front and rear) to reduce body roll. Experiment to find a balance – too stiff and it'll become unpredictable.
* Adjusting dampers: Set dampers to a balance between rebound and compression. More compression damping can help with bump absorption.
* Brakes: Upgrade brakes to the best available, and adjust brake bias slightly towards the front (60/40 or 65/35 front/rear is a good starting point).
* Aerodynamics: Slight downforce (rear wing) can help with stability through corners, but too much will hurt top speed.
* Gear ratios: Shorter gearing for quicker acceleration out of corners.
* Speed Tracks: Top speed and stability at high speeds are paramount.
* Aerodynamics: Maximize downforce (within reason) to maintain stability at high speeds. Experiment with different wing settings.
* Gear ratios: Longer gearing for higher top speed. You might sacrifice some acceleration, but that’s acceptable on a speed track.
* Suspension: A slightly softer setup than for corner tracks might be beneficial to improve high-speed stability. Avoid excessive stiffness that can cause the car to become unstable.
* Brakes: Still crucial for emergency situations, but less critical than on corner tracks.
Finding Your Tune:
Because there's no readily available optimal tune database for Forza Motorsport 2, your best bet is to experiment. Start with a base tune and make incremental changes, testing each adjustment on the relevant track. Pay attention to:
* Your driving style: Aggressive drivers might need a stiffer setup than more cautious ones.
* Track characteristics: Tight, technical tracks need different setups than fast, sweeping tracks.
* Tire wear: Monitor tire wear and adjust your driving style and/or tune accordingly.
Remember to save your tuning setups as you experiment. This will allow you to compare and easily revert to previous versions if a change doesn't improve performance. Good luck!
