HistorX Hints and Tips

[Rupe Wilson]

Welcome to this Hints and Tips section for the HistorX mod for rFactor. Here we will try to offer help and advice to anyone wishing to use or requiring help for this brilliant mod. To start off with, it is HIGHLY recommended that you install the mod to a clean/fresh install of rFactor. We would also recommend installing the Lite version as it is a smaller download and takes up less space on the hard drive. It's also very important to follow the instructions in the associated manual carefully as this will minimise any mistakes and errors.

1. It is recommended to keep 1 install of rFactor strictly for use with the HistorX mod as installing other mods could cause errors. Also, renaming this as “HistorX” during the install will aid you in finding it in the folder structure and avoid any clash if a second install of rFactor is used. If you want to use other mods with rFactor then make a second install and use this for any other mods you wish.
   
   
2. If you have rFactor installed on Windows 8 or later then it needs to be run with administrator privileges in Windows 7 compatibility mode.
   
   
3. We no longer use XD as our in game hud overlay as it doesn't seem to work correctly when used in conjunction with the Historx mod. GID Hud Overlay is now the plugin of choice and you can get it HERE. Many thanks to Davy Vandevenne for pointing us to this resource.
   
   
4. If you install the mod on Windows 8 or later and want to use the GID Hud Overlay then it may throw up an error stating that dx3d9_40.dll is missing. If this is the case then you'll need 2 extra files called dx3d9_40.dll. Although both files are named identically they are different file sizes and reside in different locations. You can find the files HERE. use at your own risk
5. DXSDK_June10.exe contains the dx3d9_40.dll HERE
   
   
6. If you are using GID hud and the game keeps crashing then make sure you don't have any other overlay (including the Teamspeak or Overwolf overlay) enabled. It seems that they both utilise D3D9.dll and conflict with each other.
   
   
7. If you are using GID hud but your engine health stays at 100% then replace the rFactor.exe with this one HERE. Many thanks to Roland Warmenhoven for figuring this one out and providing the resource.
   
   
8. If you want to turn off the track map in the GID Hud Overlay then you can do this by pressing the 0 (zero) key on the numeric keypad.
   
   
9. Changing the “Number of concurrent servers” entry in the \UserData\your_name\Multiplayer.ini file from 400 to 999 will help you to find our servers by displaying more entries in the list.
   
   
10. When choosing your vehicle take note of the “Power” info in the vehicle specifications pane... e.g. Power 116kw @ 7,400. This will give you a safe rev limit when changing gear. You may find that you can rev higher than this but there is a risk of rev spikes when changing gears which could damage the engine health.

These are just a few hints/tips and suggestions to help you along the way and we hope that they do just that. If you you have any other hints or tips that you feel could be added to this list then please post them below and we'll update this post as and when we can.

You can also post hot links to software that can help get the best out of rfactor.

Type in the name of the app/gadget, highlight it and then hit the link button in the bar above. The green+ and paste in the link, this will look allot better than just the full web address.

Spotter guide for rfactor (a friendly voice keeping you up to date whilst on track) Big thanks to Davy Vandevenne
T500 profile for rFactor
4Gig patch for win 7x64 allows sim to use more than 2 gig of memory
rfDynHUD motecXD style hud interface whilst in game (Java Runtine enviroment 6)
rfDynHud
Manual Damage Control. Choose what level of repair you need (if any).

or you can download the pack for RD HERE

 

[ArneSchoonvliet]

Hello guys
A couple of weeks a go I downloaded the historx mod. So I also bought GTL (steam) so I can install the mod. Now I played GTL for 30 min already and when trying to install the mod it keeps saying I need to play it at least once.
Are there any solutions for this?

 

[Peter Stokman]

`Hi Arne
did you follow instructions in the firt post, maybe stupid question but one never know

 

[Denis Betty]

Does antbody have any tips on installing the mod on a Steam copy of rFactor? @Yves Larose @Jarek Kostowski
My friend bought rFactor a couple of weeks ago and is waiting for me to help with his install. He's already played the rF vanilla game so I'd like to start from a fresh install if possible?
I ask because I helped @Maser v6 with the same thing a few months ago and, if I remember correctly, there was something strange about starting/launching the game, until he worked something out. Would it be possible to copy the game folder and use a different .exe, or would that need an authorisation code?
Thanks in advance guys.

 

[Quas]

Does antbody have any tips on installing the mod on a Steam copy of rFactor? @Yves Larose @Jarek Kostowski
My friend bought rFactor a couple of weeks ago and is waiting for me to help with his install. He's already played the rF vanilla game so I'd like to start from a fresh install if possible?
I ask because I helped @Maser v6 with the same thing a few months ago and, if I remember correctly, there was something strange about starting/launching the game, until he worked something out. Would it be possible to copy the game folder and use a different .exe, or would that need an authorisation code?
Thanks in advance guys.

I don't know about the exe, that might not work with steam version but i changed to the steam version of rf recently because of the 3 controller limit in non steam rf1. No problems whatsoever, simply did a standalone HistorX install like explained in the mod manual and like i always did but then again, for me rFactor=HistorX so i have no idea how good this option will work with other mods being installed in the same rF version.

 

[Kevin Knorpp]

IIRC there is a config string you need to add to steam launcher which defines location of files to use for various installs

 

[Denis Betty]

I don't know about the exe, that might not work with steam version but i changed to the steam version of rf recently because of the 3 controller limit in non steam rf1. No problems whatsoever, simply did a standalone HistorX install like explained in the mod manual

Yes but like I said, he's played rFactor already and the manual says to start with a totally clean install and don't even open it. I guess I'll just remove his player profile and store it somewhere? @Maser v6 told me that the mod wouldn't open unless he starts outside of Steam? Also, he said that he has to have Steam and rFactor (both) set to run in Admin mode. Gonna install tomorrow morning and hopefully he'll sign up for tomorrow evenings club races.

 

[Quas]

Yes but like I said, he's played rFactor already and the manual says to start with a totally clean install and don't even open it. I guess I'll just remove his player profile and store it somewhere? @Maser v6 told me that the mod wouldn't open unless he starts outside of Steam? Also, he said that he has to have Steam and rFactor (both) set to run in Admin mode. Gonna install tomorrow morning and hopefully he'll sign up for tomorrow evenings club races.

I think the fact that he opened it before installing HistorX should be no problem if you stick with the manual apart from that. My standalone HistorX Steam install starts just like any other Steam game so i can't help with that, but if you need assistance tomorrow give me a shout.

Edit: Nevermind, just saw the date of your post and his sign-up .

 

[Peter Stokman]

here's another tip that can very useful guy's its a line you can change in your PLR file that enable you to keep the receive setup folder and its content after you left an online race.

Keep Received Setups="3"
Default="1" Setting this to 3 allows you to keep all setups sent to you for all time.
You have to manually clean out your received setups folder but setting this to "3" is good incase you
forget to save a good setup someone sent you.

Hi Yves can you specify this cuz i cant find that line

 

[Peter Stokman]

Due to some install problems i had to delete and reinstall historic on steam pfff gave a lot off issues now still have one : if i shift the car or in high revs then my whole screen starts to shake this takes up to 10 secs to stablelize again till the next shift. i had this before but dont remember how to solve it

 

[Denis Betty]

Due to some install problems i had to delete and reinstall historic on steam pfff gave a lot off issues now still have one : if i shift the car or in high revs then my whole screen starts to shake this takes up to 10 secs to stablelize again till the next shift. i had this before but dont remember how to solve it

Check out #85 Ian Strom HERE

 

[Peter Stokman]

thx Dennis solved

 

[Peter Stokman]

Anyone who knows this:
When i replace the rf exe with the one supporting themeter off the engine damage wear then after this the game doesnt recognize my wheel and button box . so i hneed to replace the exe with the original one.

 

[Denis Betty]

Anybody want a really cheap Steam copy of rFactor?
http://www.racedepartment.com/threads/rfactor-for-cheap.125576/

 

[Peter Stokman]

Anybody want a really cheap Steam copy of rFactor?
http://www.racedepartment.com/threads/rfactor-for-cheap.125576/

as i can see its not steam cuz steam still askl 22,95 or iam mistaken

 

[Denis Betty]

as i can see its not steam cuz steam still askl 22,95 or iam mistaken

It says you redeam your purchase on Steam. So I'm guessing you get a Steam copy???
"Officially licensed - All our Steam keys are sourced direct from the game's official publisher."

 

[Denis Betty]

Yep, I bought the pack for £1.89 or something and got a Steam key for each game. I didn't look at the other games (and probably wont) but I've redeamed the key for rFactor and I now have a Steam copy.

 

[T_rac3]

@Peter Stokman
I have the same problem with engine damage. Do you solve it?
I use non-steam rFactor.

 

[Peter Stokman]

Non Steam version then i used GID plugin and there it works it only isnt working anymore since i transformed into steam version GID still works except engine health

 

[T_rac3]

Thank you for response. For me don't work in non-steam version. I will try to change the GID with another version.

 

[Peter Stokman]

@T_rac3 Surch for GID 1.1.5 version
there also a other Rf exe to replace but ask Denis about that