Watkins Glen 1948 Track???

[Braddw25]

Hello, does anyone know if the 1948 Watkins Glen track was ever converted for use in GTL? This is the original road course that went through the main street in the town and then out through the countryside when the first races were held there in 1948 before the permanent course that most are familiar with was built. I have this track working in RFactor (with some issues that still need fixed), but have always felt that it would be a better fit in GTL. Does anyone know if this was ever made for GTL or does anyone know how to convert from RFactor to GTL? Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Shovas]

Is there a dirt section around the back half or did I take a wrong turn at one point?

 

[philrob]

Shovas
About half way around the track changes to gravel. I do not know if the real track was like this.

 

[4loom]

You'll have to keep us updated as you work on it. Definitely let me know if you need specific info and I'll do the best I can.

 

[4loom]

This is an updated map based on the map from 1948, it includes the 4 surface types. "Macadam" is asphalt. The oiled gravel section is the dark brown on either side of the stone bridge. The dirt surface in the GTR2 version is pretty rough, a smoother dirt surface would be great if possible.

 

[philrob]

4loom,
great map will be very handy in placing objects,surfaces etc

 

[MittensTheDoggo]

I went to Watkins Glen recently for the IMSA race and drove about 10 laps around the 1948 road course in my Toyota Prius. It is an absolutely phenomenal road to drive. The best driving road in the US. The American Nordschleife. It would be fantastic if this wonderful circuit was immortalized virtually. Please.

 

[4loom]

I've started learning Blender specifically to try to and bring this track to virtual racing (Assetto Corsa). I'm going up to Watkins Glen in September to do research and get as many in period photos/videos as possible from the racing library.

 

[umma gumma]

I sent dashcam footage of a lap I did a few years ago to somebody who is also working on this. If he has abandoned the project I'd be glad to provide it

 

[umma gumma]

I heard they tore down the old bridge across the river in the woods & rebuilt it, widened the road, is that true?