Downpatching

https://truck-simulator.fandom.com/wiki/American_Truck_Simulator_Version_history#Update_1.32

### Downpatching without beta branch

https://github.com/SteamRE/DepotDownloader/releases

You will also need .NET runtime: https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/6.0/runtime?cid=getdotnetcore (Select 'Run desktop apps')

Run the indicated command in a powershell/command line window, from the directory you have unzipped depotdownloader.dll

Substitute username and password where brackets indicate (do not include brackets). The credentials are not stored in any way, just sent as part of the request. Use of 2FA is recommended regardless, you will have to enter a verification code each execution.

### Manifests

- ATS Content: https://steamdb.info/depot/270881/manifests/
- ATS Windows: https://steamdb.info/depot/270882/manifests/
- Kenworth W900: https://steamdb.info/depot/422310/manifests/
- Nevada: https://steamdb.info/depot/421090/manifests/

### Example for v1.32

```
dotnet DepotDownloader.dll -app 270880 -depot 270881 -manifest 8480095439031213965 -username (username) -password (password) -max-servers 20 -max-downloads 20
dotnet DepotDownloader.dll -app 270880 -depot 270882 -manifest 6640613748260434010
dotnet DepotDownloader.dll -app 270880 -depot 422310 -manifest 1851800535790242707
dotnet DepotDownloader.dll -app 270880 -depot 421090 -manifest 7616229612036701897
```

### Running the game

You will need to copy the downloaded depot contents into a new folder in the same location as your "American Truck Simulator" folder, called something like "American Truck Simulator 132". Then when you want to play the downpatched version, rename your primary folder something like "American Truck SImulator Current" and remove the 132 from the downpatched version. 

Steam may want to update the game when attempting to run the downpatched version. It is best to go offline before running the game.

Race Recommendations

When configuring a truck for NG+ races, or checking diagnostics for New Game races, the important things to consider are primarily engine power (bhp/kw) and gear ratio.

In the current version of the game (as of 14/10/2020) the best trucks are the Peterbilt 389, or the Kenworth W900, as they have the most powerful engine available: Caterpillar C15 625 (625 bhp / 466 kw)
They also have access to the transmission with the best top gear ratio: Allison TC10 (Ratios 7.40-0.86;
Differential 2.64x)
Combined, these allow for a top speed around 107-108 mph / 172-173 kph.
For NG+ profiles, these both unlock at level 18.

For the sake of handling, a Short chassis is likely best, as the 200 gallon capacity is sufficient for the current longest race routes without refuelling, with 'realistic fuel consumption' disabled.

Retiming Runs

As for ETS2:
https://www.speedrun.com/ets2/guide/t3kqv

Using Load Remover

Linking across to the ETS2 documentation rather than duplicating. The same process should work for both games (it does for me)
https://www.speedrun.com/ets2/guide/lgjv6

ajchimaera

American Truck Simulator

cadenthecorvid

LeandroRX211

USA / NTSC

First Truck + Trailer

$100K - Garage Revenue

$50K - Balance (No Loans)

Port Angeles-Oxnard

Elko-San Diego

Redding-Yuma

Idaho Viewpoints (DLC)

Roswell-Seattle

New Profile

Driving Academy

Career Mode

Timing Method

Origin-Destination

No of Deliveries

Explore Objective

Game Mode

Pre-Rescale Category

Macintosh

Truck Simulator

Point-Point Suggestions

Category Suggestion - City Discovery

Discord

5 Delivery Run

PointToPoint Board Update

New point to point recommendation

Mungaru

SpeedyFolf

ChrisPatrol

Arran

DudeThatzMorbid

ColinTheBoss

TheNothingYT

الاسم	المؤلف
Downpatching	ajchimaera 1 year ago
Race Recommendations	ajchimaera 4 years ago
Retiming Runs	ajchimaera 2 years ago
Using Load Remover	ajchimaera 2 years ago