DSC Sport Controller - GT4 Settings
10-30-2023, 07:18 AM
#271
Ok, so I think this has got it. Using the new 718 GT4/Spyder file from 9/2/20, below are my tweaked settings. I no longer have that "kick up" in the rear from hitting bumps (tried known bump on my test route), the car is no longer bouncy (i.e. cabin bouncing up and down what feels like too many times "after" clearing stretch of rippled pavement), no "harsh/abrasive" feeling nor sound, when hitting sharp edged potholes, and balanced damping between the front and rear, over the same road imperfection (Hooray....Finally!).
Sport mode is still "firmer" than Normal, but I feel like suspension, as a whole, could be even stiffer, and it would still be comfortable for daily driving over rough roads. For comparison, the recently installed PSS10s on my Mk6 Jetta, set at "1" all round, has a substantially firmer ride.
Sport mode:
GForce (G Comfort Parameters)...Stock 718 9/2/20 file GForce settings, but different from my most recent post:
Default Rate: 20.0
Offset: 100.0
Sensitivity: 15
G Rate Max: 20.0
Shock Calibration (0%-100%)...different from stock 718 file settings:
LF: 1100mA-100mA
RF: 1100mA-100mA
LR: 1200mA-500mA
RR: 1200mA-500mA
Velocity (Cmp-High, Cmp-Med, Cmp-Low – Reb-Low, Reb-Med, Reb-High)...different from stock 718 file settings:
LF: 5.0%, 5.0%, 5.0% – 0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%
RF: 5.0%, 5.0%, 5.0% – 0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%
LR: 6.0%, 3.0%, 0.0% – 0.0%, 5.0%, 10.0%
RR: 6.0%, 3.0%, 0.0% – 0.0%, 5.0%, 10.0%
Sport mode is still "firmer" than Normal, but I feel like suspension, as a whole, could be even stiffer, and it would still be comfortable for daily driving over rough roads. For comparison, the recently installed PSS10s on my Mk6 Jetta, set at "1" all round, has a substantially firmer ride.
Sport mode:
GForce (G Comfort Parameters)...Stock 718 9/2/20 file GForce settings, but different from my most recent post:
Default Rate: 20.0
Offset: 100.0
Sensitivity: 15
G Rate Max: 20.0
Shock Calibration (0%-100%)...different from stock 718 file settings:
LF: 1100mA-100mA
RF: 1100mA-100mA
LR: 1200mA-500mA
RR: 1200mA-500mA
Velocity (Cmp-High, Cmp-Med, Cmp-Low – Reb-Low, Reb-Med, Reb-High)...different from stock 718 file settings:
LF: 5.0%, 5.0%, 5.0% – 0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%
RF: 5.0%, 5.0%, 5.0% – 0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%
LR: 6.0%, 3.0%, 0.0% – 0.0%, 5.0%, 10.0%
RR: 6.0%, 3.0%, 0.0% – 0.0%, 5.0%, 10.0%
10-30-2023, 04:05 PM
#272
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Depends on your definition of "work". The controller, and dampers will still continue to function with those settings. However I was specific about posting my car model, installed parts, and condition of car/parts, in order to clearly convey my intended goals and results.
10-31-2023, 02:37 AM
#273
Depends on your definition of "work". The controller, and dampers will still continue to function with those settings. However I was specific about posting my car model, installed parts, and condition of car/parts, in order to clearly convey my intended goals and results.
11-16-2023, 06:32 PM
#275
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11-16-2023, 07:17 PM
#276
Officially, nowhere, DSC doesn't have a publicly accessible database anymore. If you're an original owner, you can email them and request a tune file. If you bought the controller second hand, it costs $150. Some people have posted their files publicly in threads like this one.
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StigN (11-17-2023)
03-26-2024, 09:10 AM
#278
Yeah, I had that. However one caveat is that I'm not sure how these settings will translate to the 718. That said, in general, the basic direction of the changes should apply. You may need to tweak values to your liking. The over setup makes driving over bumps more compliant, and the dampers compress more, and it reduces rebound speed to minimize that lifting action when coming out of dips. Overall ride is just more composed.
Let me know if the DL link doesn't work. I'm not good with google.
ColnagoG60's June 12, 2023 settings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w0H...ew?usp=sharing
As always, "use at your own risk, etc. etc....".
Let me know if the DL link doesn't work. I'm not good with google.
ColnagoG60's June 12, 2023 settings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w0H...ew?usp=sharing
As always, "use at your own risk, etc. etc....".
04-02-2024, 03:57 PM
#281
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Than you @ colnago. I reverted back to my stock spring setup and calibrated unloaded shock position. Thereafter i loaded this file and have driven about 300 miles since. My views on the file and what is does. The GT4 rides much better over minor undulations (and both low and high speeds). On the mountain twisted rods, the car suspension loads predictably well and in a progressive manner. I would have preferred and lesser loading than what it is though. Only the one issue that i have faced is that at speeds about 40mph+ when the car encounters an 1"+ high ridge then the compression and consequent rebound unsettles my 718 GT4. If the ridge is followed by a dip, then it feels like saddle bronc ride. I would like to know what parameters to change to make it more compliant. But overall the ride is superlative and predictive. Thank you again.
Than you @ colnago. I reverted back to my stock spring setup and calibrated unloaded shock position. Thereafter i loaded this file and have driven about 300 miles since. My views on the file and what is does. The GT4 rides much better over minor undulations (and both low and high speeds). On the mountain twisted rods, the car suspension loads predictably well and in a progressive manner. I would have preferred and lesser loading than what it is though. Only the one issue that i have faced is that at speeds about 40mph+ when the car encounters an 1"+ high ridge then the compression and consequent rebound unsettles my 718 GT4. If the ridge is followed by a dip, then it feels like saddle bronc ride. I would like to know what parameters to change to make it more compliant. But overall the ride is superlative and predictive. Thank you again.
05-23-2024, 07:30 AM
#282
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Yeah, I had that. However one caveat is that I'm not sure how these settings will translate to the 718. That said, in general, the basic direction of the changes should apply. You may need to tweak values to your liking. The over setup makes driving over bumps more compliant, and the dampers compress more, and it reduces rebound speed to minimize that lifting action when coming out of dips. Overall ride is just more composed.
Let me know if the DL link doesn't work. I'm not good with google.
ColnagoG60's June 12, 2023 settings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w0H...ew?usp=sharing
As always, "use at your own risk, etc. etc....".
Let me know if the DL link doesn't work. I'm not good with google.
ColnagoG60's June 12, 2023 settings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w0H...ew?usp=sharing
As always, "use at your own risk, etc. etc....".
Thank you,
Todd
05-28-2024, 03:48 PM
#283
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@colnagoG60 Thank you for all your time and hard work on this project! Is this file for a V2 or V3 DSC controller? I'm working with a V2 controller on a 981 GT4 and would like to try your lates settings. If this is for a V3, Would you mind sharing what setting are included in this file?
Thank you,
Todd
Thank you,
Todd
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Last_935 (06-18-2024)
07-02-2024, 05:31 PM
#285
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Thread Starter
Have you tried "calling" DSC Sport (aka TPC Racing)? At least at some point Tom had numerous iterations of calibration files saved. They may be able to help. I copied some 718 labeled files when they were available but I don't know if the files I have are "718" controller specific.