I HATE SUZUKA

Pretty much the title. I hate this weeks daily race C. I’m normally a pretty decent driver. On controller. Typically DR A SR S. And I normally love driving Suzuka. But for some reason I’m really struggling with maintaining pace this week. I’ve dropped to DR B. My quali time is 1:49:1. Not great, but not bad imo.

For the first 1-2 laps I can keep up with the leaders. Then my pace just drops off a cliff. Can barely run 1:51’s, eventually barely eeking out 1:55’s on a good lap. Then I start getting passed by everyone. After I pit I can normally get back to my original position or at least close but then drops off again last lap.

I think it’s a couple different issues but wanted some feedback. My front tires (especially RF) are normally completely red by lap 6, which is when I’ve been pitting. I think I’ve ran too many qualifying laps and having issues adjusting to tire degradation. I can fairly consistently run 1:49’s in quali, but as soon as the tires start to wear in the race I’m fucked.

My questions are, is anyone else struggling with tire degradation this week or is it just me? Those who found a way to preserve their tires, what tips can you give? I’ve tried adjusting brake balance to rear 1,2, and 3. But honestly I’m getting more life when it’s at 0. I’m using the NSX. Thanks and happy racing everyone!!!