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FSDS 3.5.1 Tutorial to create models in FS2004 with Low LOD

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FSDS 3.5.1 Tutorial to create models in FS2004 with Low LOD

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Have you possibly done a tutorial for beginners who want to create a low frame rate LOD project in FS9?
I found one from Farfy Scenery - but it was for FSX.
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Probably nothing that specific. Do you have something in mind that you want help with? You mention LOD, are you talking scenery or aircraft model?

LOD's are possible for both.
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I made a open top deuce and a half truck. The polygon count is 4809. I would like to learn the proper way to create a project with a low poly count. I "think" it is to late to reduce it now that it is complete, isn't it. This would be a Scenery model for FS9.
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That's a pretty detailed truck!
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Yep, that needs some lods to use as a scenery object!
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You could always send your .fsc file to one of us or even post it here for someone to look at. Usually a quick look and someone will have some pointers on how to save polys.
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Way to big to send. 1.7 Mb!
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That's not too big. Do you want my email? Try putting it in a zip file and sending it to me as a personal message.
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Here is the message I received in the forum. Guess I am doing something wrong - as usual.
Will try to send to private email. Thank you so much.
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I got your file and sent you a reply via PM. DId you get my reply?
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Yes Sir, I did. Thank you so much for all the help cutting down the poly count.
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