Taking a cue from Mechberg maybe I’ll use this like a blog. (please use other threads for game and forum-related questions)
About Me
My GT is a mashup like Indiana Jones (look up “The Lost Colony”). I’ll go by Max. I was introduced to FM3 in 2010 and was immediately hooked by the potential combinations: cars x upgrades x tuning settings x tracks x event restrictions means endless possibilities. I can come up with decent circuit tunes but my best leaderboard positions seem to come from drag racing. I like the comparative data from the game as much as anything else, and I like putting the info out there on the belief that the sooner I can help someone get in to the game, the sooner they’ll create designs, photos, replays, tuning setups, rivals times, and online opponents to help me get more out of the game. Here’s some of what I work on:
ManteoMax.com
This website is a jumping point for my online spreadsheets for FM5, FM4, and Forza Horizon. Anyone can view, sort, and filter the spreadsheets online or download them. They include car prices and specs, engine swaps and conversions, career/multiplayer/rivals event tracks and restrictions, list of titles, some tuning data, and links to official T10 articles and announcements. The FM5 spreadsheet can be found directly at this link: bit.ly/FM5spreadsheets
Forza Calendars
This calendar is a combination of four: Automotive (blue) shows real world race events such as USCC, Le Mans, Indy, NASCAR, V8 Supercars, and Formula 1, and auto shows. Forza 5 (black) and Horizon 2 (brown) show announcements, articles, reveals, DLC, and contests for each game. Xbox (green) shows gaming expo dates and announcements related to the Xbox One console that may also affect the Forza experience. Click each item and select “more details” on each item on the calendar to see a source link and overview of that item. Click the dropdown arrow in the upper right corner to show or hide one or more of the four calendars. You can also click the button on the lower right of the calendar to add it to your calendar list with a Google account. Times are shown in T10’s time zone, Pacific time.
New Forums FAQ
Q&A for navigating and using the new forum features.
FM5 Game FAQ
Q&A for game-related features and issues.
Contests and Gift index for FM5
I update this thread to track opportunities for in-game credits and gift cars. Links a brief overview of weekly Photo and Livery contests, as well as other contests run by T10 and other sources such as Falken Tire. Gift cars to players and VIPs, and monthly Rewards will also be listed here for a quick history of what T10 has given out.
FM5 Cars and DLC List
This thread provides a list of all the cars in the game, and an overview of what’s included in each DLC add-on (VIP, Limited Edition, Car Pass, Tokens…). I’ll update as packs are released.
FM5 Engine Swap List
This thread lists all the engine conversions available and which cars can use them. This can be useful for changing cylinders and aspiration, possibly opening up a car for eligibility in other events, and providing more power. The thread also includes a list of the highest horsepower engines in the game after upgrades.
FM5 Events and Restrictions List
This thread provides a list of all the events in Career, Multiplayer, and Rivals, showing their car restrictions. Stig locations and a list of cars by Body Family is provided for Career use. I’ll update with new Monthly Rivals and other event rotations.
FM5 Achievements/Challenges/Titles/Badges List
Requirements for each are listed, and this thread is intended for users to discuss tips for unlocking them.