Discover the optimal suspension, drivetrain, aerodynamics, tires, brakes, and ECU settings for the Street X event in Need for Speed Heat. Maximize your car's performance.
This section details the recommended car tuning for the Street X event in Need for Speed Heat. The Nitro system is not usable in this event.
Suspension
Recommended Settings:
- Low Lowering
- Soft Springs
- Hard Shocks
- Soft Sway Bars
- Medium Steering Ratio
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Lowering (in) | -1.30 |
| Rear Lowering (in) | -1.29 |
| Front Springs | 0.00 |
| Rear Springs | 0.00 |
| Front Shocks | 10.00 |
| Rear Shocks | 10.00 |
| Front Sway Bar | 0.02 |
| Rear Sway Bar | 0.00 |
| Steering Ratio | 1.00 |
Drivetrain
The drivetrain setup depends heavily on your car's Top Speed. Prioritizing Acceleration over Top Speed is generally recommended, as reaching maximum speed is often not feasible in most races. Gearboxes are best set to be highly sequential for improved acceleration.
| Gear | MPH |
|---|---|
| 1st Gear | 33.6 |
| 2nd Gear | 52.8 |
| 3rd Gear | 74.9 |
| 4th Gear | 98.2 |
| 5th Gear | 127.3 |
| 6th Gear | 167.5 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.34 |
Aerodynamics
Recommended Settings:
- Strong Downforces
These settings affect track performance more than Dyno runs.
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Downforce | 9.98 |
| Rear Downforce | 10.00 |
Tires and Brakes
Recommended Settings:
- Strong Tire Grip
- Front Brake Bias
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Tire Grip | 10.00 |
| Rear Tire Grip | 10.00 |
| Brake Bias | 0.50 |
ECU
Aim for high RPM torque, particularly from 4000-5000 RPMs. The following ranges indicate approximate ECU tuning points.
| ECU Range | RPM (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 0-1 | 120-125 |
| 1-2 | 125-130 |
| 2-3 | 155-160 |
| 3-4 | 165-170 |
| 4-5 | 178-180 |
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