Stormworks: Build and Rescue

Stormworks: Build and Rescue

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Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 / GTO
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Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 / GTO

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This is a First Generation (1991-1993) Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 (known as the Mitsubishi GTO in Japan and other territories). Competing against the likes of other legends such as the Nissan 300zx, Acura NSX and Toyota Supra - the 3000GT was Mitsubishi's exotic sports car offering of the decade. Pioneering many technologies that we consider industry standards today, the 3000GT was praised as one of the most technologically advanced and forward-thinking cars of the 1990's.

Some of the advanced technologies and features implemented in this vehicle are as follows:

  • All-Wheel Drive
    The VCU (viscous coupling unit) actively provides the perfect balance of power and torque between the front and rear axles.This provides excellent traction even when off-roading.

  • All-Wheel Steering
    Above speeds of 30 MPH, the rear wheels will pulse steer in-phase with the front wheels, tightening the overall turning radius while also making it easier to perform minor steering adjustments without oversteer.

  • Electronically Controlled Suspension (ECS) [SIMULATED]*
    The suspension adjusts automatically between softer and firmer modes depending on driving conditions.

  • Active Aerodynamics (Active Aero)
    Utilizes a motorized front venturi skirt and rear spoiler to bend the air around the body of the car while in motion to increase down force and stability (deploys above 50 MPH / retracts below 25 MPH).

- V - UPDATED MARCH 2020 - V -

  • Automatic Speed (Cruise) Control - NEWLY ADDED -
    Allow the ASC computer to govern your speed at the press of a button, automatically controlling engine throttle to maintain your chosen speed until disengaged or interrupted by the brakes.

  • Autonomous Climate Control - NEWLY ADDED -
    Tired of fidgeting with the A/C? Don't. The Auto Climate Control unit and it's Econ function will engage the A/C only when necessary to keep you comfortable and cozy at the optimal temperature, hot or cold, rain or shine.

  • Hands-Free Cellular Telephone (Radio) - NEWLY ADDED -
    Stay connected to the ones who matter most to you while on-the-go. Once you've used the dial pad to input your frequency, relax and keep your hands on the wheel thanks to the hands-free microphone integrated into the dashboard. (4km antenna transmission range, tune to channel 0 to hang-up/deactivate the mic and transmitter)

  • Anti-Theft Security System ** - NEWLY ADDED -
    Protect your new vehicle from eager thieves not in-the-know. Just arm the system and walk away. Any attempt to start the car will activate the Ignition Immobilizer and trip the Panic Alarm, rendering the would-be thief able to do little more than flee the scene empty-handed.

    Specifications

    Power Output
    300 HP
    Transmission
    5-Speed Manual
    Top Speed
    180 150 MPH / 241 KPH
    (capped due to instability beyond)
    Fuel Capacity
    712 liters
    (increased from 665-712!)
    Passenger Capacity
    4 (2+2)
    Cargo Capacity
    1,300 liters / 45 cu. ft.
    (with hatch closed)

    - Additional Features -
    • Detailed Interior and Exterior for Luxury and Comfort
    • 12 HR Clock
    • Odometer (Miles)
    • Glass Top Sunroof
    • Battery Disconnect Switch
    • Battery Jump/Charge & Towing Connector

    - Standard Safety Equipment -
    • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
    • Parking Brake
    • Rear Braking Lamp
    • Reverse Warning Lamps
    • Daytime Running Lamps (Front and Rear)
    • Turn Signal Indicators w/ Hazard Mode (Front and Rear)
    • Pop-Up Headlamps & Fog Lamps
    • Anti-Collision Door Reflectors
    • Cabin Dome Lamp w/ Auto-Courtesy Function
    • Cargo Bay Lamp
    • Engine Bay Inspection Lamp
    • Door Ajar and Low Fuel Indicators
    • Anti-Theft Security Armed Indicator

    Drive something you can depend on.
    Too often I've subscribed to land-based vehicles that are simply hopeless to control, channeling far too much power and torque into what amounts to a bar of soap with ridiculously sensitive whiplash steering. I grew tired of ending up in the ocean, careening into chasms and colliding with every standing obstacle in sight... So I changed it.

    This vehicle is my earnest effort at translating the thrill, comfort and control that I enjoy on a daily basis driving my own car - all while striving to faithfully recreate and represent it here in the world of Stormworks for everyone to enjoy.

    - Notes -
    1. This may be a sports coupe, but it is a practical vehicle. It seats up to 4 people and is perfect for road trips with your friends! It can also carry small packages, even a drum or cargo crate in a pinch with the cargo hatch open, as well as tow (or be towed by) other vehicles via the electrical connector inside of her cargo bay.

    2. Speaking of road trips - this car is an exceptionally fuel efficient companion on long haul journeys. She has personally seen me through the more than 80 mile trek from The Sawyer Isles to the end-of-the-line in the Arctic with 170 liters of her 400 liter fuel tank(this has been updated to 700 liters) remaining.

    3. Being based off of a rally car platform, this car is more than capable of handling itself off-roads and climbing up mountains with superb traction and grip, so don't be afraid to take her where no car has gone before! ... Do take caution and drive her as you would in reality though, she was ultimately designed as a high-performance sports GT. She sits less than 6 inches off of the ground and WILL bottom-out upon hitting sudden sharp changes in elevation (as Stormworks geography loves to do). It's highly advised to limit the transmission to gears 1-3 in rocky/mountainous areas and to approach all elevation changes at an angle as opposed to straight-on in order to avoid damaging your new vehicle.
      Take time getting used to the car and drive smarter, not harder!

      Enjoy!

    DISCLAIMERS:
    I do not work for or represent Mitsubishi Motors or it's properties in any way, nor do I make any profit from this creation. I'm simply passionate about my car and the image it's creators once stood for.

    * The ECS system is a feature of the original car that I have managed to SIMULATE on this vehicle by utilizing the aid of the Active Aero system, hidden control surfaces and various specifically balanced tweaks to the suspension, engine torque, and relying on the physics system of Stormworks itself all working in tandem to alter how the suspension responds to forces at low vs high speeds. Though electronics are involved with essential aspects of what I've listed, there is NO DIRECT electronic control of the suspension blocks themselves, as such is currently not possible in Stormworks.

    ** It is obviously difficult to prevent the theft of a vehicle in Stormworks without complicated systems in place to secure it that require equally complicated methods or pass code systems to arm/disarm to such a degree that those with devious intentions could not figure out. This Anti-Theft system does not claim to make theft impossible, but to provide an obstacle to confuse, slow down and deter it.
56 Comments
geep500 12 Oct, 2022 @ 2:14am 
can you make supra with that active aero bcs supra had active aero as option
DylShock  [author] 22 Nov, 2021 @ 9:51pm 
@Twebe Bebe

Thank you for the praise! I still hope after holidays die down (extremely busy at work) I can find the time and will to create an up-to-date version with the modular engine setup that mimics the real engine even more accurately... although space restrictions make a Twin-Turbocharged AND Twin-Intercooled V6 a considerable challenge to stuff under the hood effectively.
Twebe Bebe 22 Nov, 2021 @ 7:51pm 
@DylShock

I actually modified the seat system and it works well. I still love the car especially with the opening hatch and rear glass.
DylShock  [author] 22 Nov, 2021 @ 6:53pm 
@Twebe Bebe

The primary purpose of those specific motors was to achieve the correct angle of the rear seatbacks, but I honestly forgot to consider a button to manipulate them forward. Thanks for bringing it up, I'll have to look into adding that the next time I'm able to update the car!
Twebe Bebe 21 Nov, 2021 @ 4:11pm 
I see there are motors that fold down the rear seats, but no button that folds them down?
DylShock  [author] 14 Jun, 2021 @ 3:22am 
@Dramatic

RESPONSE PART 3

So all of the VCU functionality that's currently present was simulated via the rear axle. Rear axle clutch is rapidly reduced from 1.00 to .92 when the E-Brake (hotkey 1) is pressed. This means that 'pumping' the E-Brake (as one would do in controlled cornering/drifting scenarios) will also slightly 'pump' the clutch for the rear axle alongside variable braking to the rear wheels.
The slight controlled slippage of the clutch on the rear axle can be used by the pilot to help the rear end of the vehicle slide out into a turn more easily, also allowing the front axle to become more dominant for pulling the car into the turn. Release of the E-Brake simulates restoring full clutch bite. Proper usage of this feature helps with pilot control during corners and with restoring stable traction when exiting a corner.
DylShock  [author] 14 Jun, 2021 @ 3:21am 
@Dramatic

RESPONSE PART 2

The logic I have in place for the front axle was tested in a lot of scenarios, but with limited ability for the system to sense traction loss and activate it, all other triggers for reducing power to it in any circumstance only served to weaken the ability of the front steering to pull the car in the desired direction or reduced top speed. So it has been left as-is for the time being until it might be better utilized with future Stormworks updates.
DylShock  [author] 14 Jun, 2021 @ 3:21am 
@Dramatic

RESPONSE PART 1

So first of all: Thanks for pointing out a mistake left in the car's programming! The value in the logic was intended to be left as 1.00 for now, but was accidentally left as 100.

Secondly, I'm sure this then begs the question: Why have such logic that will essentially make no change to the normal value? The answer to that lies in Stormworks' limitations.
In order to replicate the full function as Mitsubishi's original VCU, Stormworks would need to allow it's vehicle wheels to operate with differentials and for tire slip to be detectable. This way, sudden loss of traction on individual axles could trigger shifts in power output between them to restore stability as it does in real life.
SuperGunCowboyAmericanHotDogNo.1 13 Jun, 2021 @ 10:47pm 
Nice car! I have a small question, the VCU (viscous coupling unit) in your creation is achieve by the two clutches connected to the front and rear axle right? I noticed that most of the time the clutch pressure is 1, but when speed is higher than 65 the front axle has a clutch pressure of 100, but the clutch only accepts value between 0 and 1? Little confused on this part, can you please explain it?
DylShock  [author] 27 Jan, 2021 @ 7:47pm 
@bnmlucky
The height of suspension blocks cannot be dynamically adjusted in-game without manual editing in the workbench. This car only simulates the automatic adjustment of firmness/softness depending upon it's current driving environment (speed, turning angle, torque, etc.)