rFactor is a racing simulation designed with the ability to run any type of vehicle from street cars to open wheel cars of any era. More information can be found here at the Official rFactor website and the rFactor Wiki. The full v1255 install of the game can be downloaded HERE.The DaDs Army has a history of online racing. See the DaDs Army Promotional Video Here. rFactor offers the ability to race on virtually any track with any vehicle. Below you'll find information on our servers, mods, tracks, and short-cuts.
Connecting to DaDs rFactor Servers:
Server Name: TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #1 - Server ONE
IP Address: 69.28.220.115 Port: 0
Password: **********
Server Name: TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #2 - Server TWO
IP Address: 69.28.220.115 Port: 37297
Password: **********
Server Name: TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #3 - Server THREE
IP Address: 69.28.220.115 Port: 38297
Password: **********
Server Name: TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #4 - Server FOUR
IP Address: 69.28.220.115 Port: 35297
Password: **********
Server 1 runs in ALL CARS MODE which means it hosts several different car mods (ie: go-karts, porches, sprint & legends cars). Server 2, 3, and 4 are set up to run single car mods (ie: Indy, F1, NAGT).
NOTE: Not all above servers may be running at all times. Contact a DaDs member with server access to start a server if you want to get a particular race series mod started.
The following shortcut will launch you directly into the DaDs server. Just make a copy of your existing desktop shortcut and call it DaDs rFactor. Then make sure it looks exactly like the lines below unless you installed in a different directory.
MAKE NOTE OF THE DIFFERENT PORT ADDRESS ON THE SECOND SHORT CUT!
TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #1 - Server ONE
"C:\Program Files\rFactor\rFactor.exe" +connect 69.28.220.115:0 +password "********"
TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #2- Server TWO
"C:\Program Files\rFactor\rFactor.exe" +connect 69.28.220.115:37297 +password "********"
TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #3 - Server THREE
"C:\Program Files\rFactor\rFactor.exe" +connect 69.28.220.115:38297 +password "********"
TheDaDsArmy.net Racing #4 - Server FOUR
"C:\Program Files\rFactor\rFactor.exe" +connect 69.28.220.115:35297 +password "********"
By the way, for those of you with dual/quad cores you can also add the line +fullproc to your launch shortcut to have the program better utilize multiple cores.
Speed Up Your Load Time:
To further speed up your load time you can bypass the intro movies when loading the game. Delete the files inside the \rFactor\MovieFiles folder of your installation. Be sure to look there after loading a new MOD as the developers like to put new files there.
Those new to rFactor may be interested in downloading THIS TUTORIAL VIDEO.
Custom Mods (cars) and Tracks:
The custom mods and tracks server runs the files you see below. The rule of thumb here is if you see a file in the web directories listed below then they are loaded on the modded server:
CAR MOD DOWNLOAD FOLDER:
www.thedadsarmy.net/files/rfactor/cars/
and
TRACKS DOWNLOAD FOLDER:
www.thedadsarmy.net/files/rfactor/tracks/
When you install a MOD make sure if it asks for the location of rfactor on your PC you browse to that location and make sure it is right.
The modded cars are put inside of this folder:
C:\Program Files\rFactor\GameData\Vehicles
The tracks get put inside of this folder:
C:\Program Files\rFactor\GameData\Locations
Its a good idea for you to click around the above folders on your PC. Get accustomed to what the other folders look like inside. This will help you trouble shoot any error you will come up against if your mod or track is loaded in the wrong place. Download from DaDs server below to ensure we all are on the same versions! Click the DOWNLOAD HERE blue link!
OF COURSE ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP HERE WHEN NEEDED!
CURRENT CUSTOM MOD VEHICLES RUNNING ON SERVER:
VHR 2010 (Download HERE)
Truck Off Road Racing Version 1.26 (Download HERE)
Série Internationale Du Mans 2.77 (Download HERE)
WRC Subaru 1.10 (Download HERE)
CART Factor 1.00 (Download HERE)
Daytona Prototype Grand Slam 2006 (Download HERE)
RMi Mustang GT 1.00 (Download HERE)
Osella T2R Minichamp 1.42 (Download HERE)
CURRENT CUSTOM TRACKS RUNNING ON SERVER:
Road Courses:
Lime Rock Park Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
GP-200 International Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
TPSCC Sonoma Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course 1.10 (Download HERE)
Road America ElkhartLike Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Watkins Glen Version 2.00 (Download HERE)
Laguna Seca Version 1.20 (Download HERE)
Istanbul Park Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Eastern Creek Laser Version 1.01 (Download HERE)
Monaco New Layout Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Monza 1988 Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Putnam Park Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Le Mans 1972-1986 Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Birmingham Motorplex Version 1.55 (Download HERE)
Virginia Raceway Version 3.00 (Download HERE)
Detroit Streets 2007 Version 1.30 (Download HERE)
Road Atlanta 2007 (Download HERE)
Vanport International Raceway Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Miller Motorsports Park Version 1.2 (Download HERE)
Pukekohe Park-WGTL Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Brands Hatch 2005 Version 1.01 (Download HERE)
Chatham Version 1.20 (Download HERE)
Donington TL Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Imola Grand Prix (Download HERE)
Interlagos GP4 Version 3.10 (Download HERE)
Mosport Version 1.30 (Download HERE)
Oran park Raceway Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Sebring 12h Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Spa Francorchamps 1988 Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Wakefield Park Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Wanneroo Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Mid America Motorplex 2.00 (Download HERE)
Daytona Road Course 1.10 (Download HERE)
A1-Ring 2.00 (Download HERE)
Autobahn Country ClubVersion 1.00 (Download HERE)
Varano de'Melegari Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Vallelunga Version 2.10 (Download HERE)
Teretonga Version 1.50 (Download HERE)
Rattlesnake Point Version 1.10 (Download HERE)
Autodromo Internacional Algarve Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Hungaroring 2009 Version 1.0 (Download HERE)
Eifel Track Version 1.50 (Download HERE)
Oval Tracks:
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Texas CFM Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Arizona Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Loudon Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
ORR - Off Road Racing:
Chula Vista Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Coyote Point Version 1.01 (Download HERE)
Crandon Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Harleigh WCORR Raceway Version 1.00 (Download HERE)
Rally Tracks:
Coast Track 1.00 (Download HERE)
Pikes Peak 1.00 (Download HERE)
Dragstrip Tracks:
2 Lane Dragstrip 1.00 (Download HERE)
CUSTOM SKINS DOWNLOAD:
VHR COT DaDs Car Skins Pack (8-14-2009) - (Download HERE)
MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONAL DOWNLOAD:
Improved Texture files for Original and a few Custom tracks (8-14-2009) - (Download HERE)
Real Feel FFB Plugin - Enhanced Force Feedback
Leo's FFB plugin - Enhanced Force Feedback
Map Plugin - Moving map of track and vehicles.
DOWNLOAD All CAR MODS IN ONE FILE:
One Download For Easy Update. This is the entire GameData Vehicles folder with all custom car mods and paint schemes listed above as of 8-14-2009 -> OFF_DO NOT DOWNLOAD
DOWNLOAD All TRACKS IN ONE FILE:
One Download For Easy Update. This is the entire GameData Locations folder with all custom tracks (Except VHR Tracks) and improved textures listed above as of 1-16-2010 -> CLICK HERE
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN NEW OR UPDATED INFORMATION IN THE FUTURE.
The information and images below are to help new drivers to rFactor install new TRACKS and CAR MODS that are loaded on the DaDs Racing servers.
The first thing you should do is become familiar with your rFactor installation folder. For the purpose of this instruction we will assume a default location. Look at the image below and look at the folders listed.
You’ll notice the USERDATA folder where your profile is stored, the GAMEDATA folder where tracks and mods are stored, and the RFM folder where occasionally you might have to drag a file to.
Typically when installing a CAR MOD there is a self installer, and it will ask you for your rFactor installation folder. The image above shows the location where the installer is looking.
Next we move to the GAMEDATA folder.
Notice the two folders within this folder. You see LOCATIONS, where tracks are located, and VEHICLES where car mods are located. You should become familiar with the layout of these folders to be able to check any future issues with mod or track installations.
Your VEHICLES folder will contain the car mods, and the folder names will identify what car mods are installed.
Click through a few of your default car folders to see how the structure is laid out. This will educate you in case you need to troubleshoot an installation in the future when a copy and paste has gone wrong.
Your LOCATIONS folder contains all of the tracks installed. Look at the image below to see that the LOCATIONS folder is located within the GAMEDATA folder.
Typically when installing a track you want to either extract the contents of the .zip or .rar file to a temporary folder, see how it is structured, and then copy it to the LOCATIONS folder. Or, from within winrar drag the folder right from the winrar window right to the LOCATIONS folder window you would have open on your desktop. Either will work. The important thing to know is, how the folders are laid out and how they should look.
The image below will display what the Lime rock track folder looks like inside once you click on it:
Usually there are one or more folders within, and several single files that are part of the track files. This is the most common folder structure for tracks. Occasionally there may be an extra folder level. Be sure to check any READ ME files when you are about to install a new track.
Typically if you get an error during load it’s because rFactor is looking for the track files in a folder that is not correct. This is why it’s important to click around through the other default track folders and get an understanding for how they are structured, and laid out visually. You’ll be able to troubleshoot your own mistakes much easier.
ALSO, if you haven't:
Those new to rFactor may be interested in downloading THIS TUTORIAL VIDEO.
The first thing you should do is become familiar with your rFactor installation folder. For the purpose of this instruction we will assume a default location. Look at the image below and look at the folders listed.
You’ll notice the USERDATA folder where your profile is stored, the GAMEDATA folder where tracks and mods are stored, and the RFM folder where occasionally you might have to drag a file to.
Typically when installing a CAR MOD there is a self installer, and it will ask you for your rFactor installation folder. The image above shows the location where the installer is looking.
Next we move to the GAMEDATA folder.
Notice the two folders within this folder. You see LOCATIONS, where tracks are located, and VEHICLES where car mods are located. You should become familiar with the layout of these folders to be able to check any future issues with mod or track installations.
Your VEHICLES folder will contain the car mods, and the folder names will identify what car mods are installed.
Click through a few of your default car folders to see how the structure is laid out. This will educate you in case you need to troubleshoot an installation in the future when a copy and paste has gone wrong.
Your LOCATIONS folder contains all of the tracks installed. Look at the image below to see that the LOCATIONS folder is located within the GAMEDATA folder.
Typically when installing a track you want to either extract the contents of the .zip or .rar file to a temporary folder, see how it is structured, and then copy it to the LOCATIONS folder. Or, from within winrar drag the folder right from the winrar window right to the LOCATIONS folder window you would have open on your desktop. Either will work. The important thing to know is, how the folders are laid out and how they should look.
The image below will display what the Lime rock track folder looks like inside once you click on it:
Usually there are one or more folders within, and several single files that are part of the track files. This is the most common folder structure for tracks. Occasionally there may be an extra folder level. Be sure to check any READ ME files when you are about to install a new track.
Typically if you get an error during load it’s because rFactor is looking for the track files in a folder that is not correct. This is why it’s important to click around through the other default track folders and get an understanding for how they are structured, and laid out visually. You’ll be able to troubleshoot your own mistakes much easier.
ALSO, if you haven't:
Those new to rFactor may be interested in downloading THIS TUTORIAL VIDEO.