Ridgerunner

This has been making its way around the web, so I'll post it for those who haven't seen it.

A lot of people know how to model, not a lot know how to model well. Keep in mind game modeling is a lot more difficult then just say modeling an accurate vehicle where poly count doesn't matter. The caprice release is a LOT higher poly then it needs to be. Everything I've heard leads me to believe that models purchased from Turbosquid that are used for vehicle mods are in fact a violation of their license agreement and thus cannot be used in mods. I wouldn't be surprised if LCPDFR makes an official policy to ban these models in the future (it has been discussed before). Most people learn how to box model, for those interested in spline modeling I'd point you to just some simple google searches for spline vehicle modeling. It's a very valuable skill, but takes time and patience to be good at it.

I think this is a great example of why people who are interested in vehicle modding need to learn how to model. Spline modeling a Chevy Caprice would not be hard and would get you much better results then one you bought anyways. The only downside is its quite time consuming. I'm working on a few other scratch vehicle models or I'd probably pursue modeling one. There may be a known modder working on this in the near future though, have to see.......

@Abraxas Sorry to hear about your job loss. Whatever you have to do to get that stability back in your life do it. Sometimes we have to take a break from time consuming distractions like modding. Good luck to you my friend!

I think this should do it: http://www.whelen.com/install/136/13619.pdf

I've played played both and prefer Fallout 3. I played Fallout 3 on PC (quite buggy and their support will tell you it wasn't designed for Windows 7) but I liked the story line and music much better the Fallout NV. I played Fallout New Vegas on the Xbox360 and it was crazy buggy so much so that I couldn't enjoy all of the missions and side quests, just gave up on the repetitive crashes. However a few friends have it on PC and say it runs fine. Maybe the next one will be relatively stable and bug free....

Honestly a bit distracted at the moment. I have a LOT of stuff I work on, and I put a LOT of time into it. I understand the need for this project as well as my other ped projects and I'll eventually get back around to it I'm just bit involved with some joint vehicle projects at the moment, but if I get caught up then I'll work on this again on the side.

I remember this from the very start, and got into an argument with my coworker over it. I told him to jump off the bandwagon and let him (Zimmerman) have his day in court. You can't be like the rest of dumb Americans and try a person just on the information that the biased media releases. Maybe in other countries that's how it works but here in America we have a system and everyone, regardless of what they look like, are "Innocent until proven guilty in a court of law". The prosecution went after Zimmerman with everything they had and they just didn't have the evidence for a conviction of 2nd degree murder or really anything for that matter. "Child abuse"?? "Felony Murder"?? Really?? Now we're just getting desperate. I don't think we have any law experts in here, so I have to side with Alan Dershowitz (Harvard Law Professor) who stated plainly this was a classic case of self defense. In fact he said there wasn't even enough for a case!! There were a lot of details never completely figured out and furthermore he stated that Zimmerman really can't civil violate anyone's civil rights. That's really something along the lines of state or government. He also stated that if anyone should be investigated it should be Special Prosecutor Corey and her conduct throughout this case. It's turned into a DOJ witch hunt and I think everyone sees the political strings involved here. In the end, getting out of that vehicle that fateful night was a mistake that Zimmerman will live with the rest of his life. Dealing with taking someone's life can always be difficult and the way this one has played out I think only amplifiy's that. His actions were never criminal, both individuals had a role in the way those final moments spiraled out of control and ultimately lead to the tragedic loss of life.

If you're using SNT change this line: Modelhats=1 //Trainer mapped hats, glases to Modelhats=0 //Trainer mapped hats, glases

Since GTA IV was not integrated with mod editors everything takes a lot of time and skill (to make a proper mod). This is even true about simple mods (which this is not). It can be very time consuming and frustrating for authors. Please bear in mind that everyone has lives outside of the internet (school/work, etc) so there are times when modders have some extra time to work on their projects and a lot may get done, hence you'll see various updates and then there are times when real life priorities hold precedence. Sam and company do a lot of things behind the scenes to keep the site running smoothly and that takes a lot of time away from the modding, Something that you guys may not know, but as every great modder does, there are times when the hours and hours of work and progress get trashed or gutted because something else works better or there is a decision to move in a different direction with the mod. So then the process starts over (maybe some content is carried over), but it can set the mod back a lot. This is a decision that the author will make because they feel that the changes are needed to make the best mod possible. These are some of the reasons for the delay of the release of this mod. I'm sure Sam is still working on this, as there is a lot of excitement over this mod and maybe now as the schools start getting out he may get more time to spend on this.

That was a model by Policefanatic that was released unlocked without permission thus it was taken down and you'll also notice that the user has since been banned. You would have to get permission to use the base model from Policefanatic if you wanted to make your own, but most sites won't host stolen content so good luck finding that specific version. The other option is to convert your own.

A Ridgerunner Designs release...... UK POLICE CUSTODIAN HELMET & POLICE HAT Uploaded with ImageShack.us I've had many requests to do a Custodian Helmet so finally here it is! I've patterned this after the Metropolitan Police Custodian Helmets. I've left out some of the smaller details to try to optimize this model a bit. Also I took the original hat and edited it a bit and made UK police textures for it. So now users have a few UK hat options. If you're not happy with the textures or wish to have it more closely resemble your local police force, feel free to swap out textures to enhance your own personal gaming experience! If you guys experience any issues you can post in this thread and I'll try to address them. ***Big Thanks to Carrythxd for help on the screenshots (which are included in the file)! ****REMEMBER TO MAKE BACKUPS BEFORE REPLACING!!**** Download Now!! Alternate Link: http://www.mediafire.com/download/qerxesc9f46ql5p/UK_British_Police_Custodian_Helmet_v1.1.rar

I'd highly recommend you downloand Simple Native Trainer it will allow you to what you want and a LOT more!!! http://www.gta4-mods.com/script/simple-trainer-version-65-f2115

I'd recommend using OpenIV its a better program. 1. Open OpenIV 2. Choose your version of GTA IV 3. Click on "models" then click on "cdimages" 4. To install the PED model select "componentpeds.img" 5. Click "File" (at the top) and select "edit mode", select "yes" 7. At the top select the green "+" symbol (Add new file) 6. Find the m_y_strooper files included in the file you downloaded and select all three files, click "open" 8. Now scroll down and find "m_y_strooper.wdd" (At the very bottom) double click it and check to make sure that the mod installed, Once in the viewer click the appropriate boxes to see the uppr and lowr model parts 9. If you do not see the new model try following the instructions again, once that's been successfully installed move on to the hat 10. So from the "componentpeds.img" screen click on the "back arrow" at the top and select "pedprops.img" 11. Again select the green "+" symbol, this time select the m_y_strooper_p files and select both files, click "open" 12. Again you want to find the "m_y_strooper_p.wdd" file you just added (At the very bottom) and double click it and check to ensure that it installed properly 13. You can now close OpenIV and start your game!

Kawasaki's went through a recall didn't they? Why has CHP chosen the Harley over the BMW (which originally replaced the Harley's)? Also is that a picture of the new Harleys? If so can you send me a pm? I have a project in the works and might consider a CHP version....

The idea has been tossed around before, but as far as I know the current limitations of GTA IV prevent you from assigning a new animation to make this mod look correct.