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-HARD ONE-
Gran Turismo 5

-HARD ONE-

Conquer Gran Turismo 5's 'Hard One' challenge with this guide. Learn how to modify your Dodge Ram 1500, tune your transmission and differential, and strategies for both A-Spec and B-Spec races at Laguna Seca and Daytona.

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Conquer Gran Turismo 5's 'Hard One' challenge with this guide. Learn how to modify your Dodge Ram 1500, tune your transmission and differential, and strategies for both A-Spec and B-Spec races at Laguna Seca and Daytona.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Obtain a Pickup Truck: The Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Hemi Quad Cab '04 is recommended. This can be won by achieving Bronze in all International A License tests.
  2. 2
    Modify the Truck: Spend money on all available modifications to reach approximately 725hp.
  3. 3
    A-Spec Race - Laguna Seca: With the modified truck, you should be able to win this race without exceptional driving.
  4. 4
    A-Spec Race - Daytona: Your top speed may be insufficient. Adjust the following:
    • Drivetrain Tab: Set the Torque Sensing Center Differential to Front "10" and Rear "90."
  5. 5
    Transmission Tab: Switch to the STANDARD TRANSMISSION. Alternatively, if using a customized transmission, set the maximum speed to around 190mph. The standard transmission allows for approximately 160mph at Daytona.
  6. 6
    B-Spec Race - Laguna Seca: Use the Standard Transmission and 4WD set to 10/90. Employ the General Driving Strategy. The AI driver may slide but will be fast enough to maintain a significant lead, especially through the Corkscrew.
  7. 7
    B-Spec Race - Daytona: Keep the same settings as Laguna Seca (Standard Transmission, 4WD 10/90). The AI driver should perform similarly to your A-Spec race, potentially with an even larger lead.
Tips
  • The Torque Sensing Center Differential is rarely used elsewhere in the game.
  • Ensure you keep pacing the B-Spec driver up when their condition drops below half.

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