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[Hex]

how does one install this and is the original 4x4 mod needed?

[Xplorer4x4]

To install my mod, your download the zip, extract it, and run the EXE file. I'll leave it to YSB to explain instillation on his submod.

YSB, IMO a name like LA Mod 2.0 4x4 with YSB Changes or LA Mod 2.0 4x4 YSB Edition would be a better name, but its your project, and your decision. I have also linked to your submod in my thread.

[Hex]

thank you 4x4 i got both working now really love what you 2 did and i look forward to whats yet to come

[YSB]

Thanks for the link!

YSB, IMO a name like LA Mod 2.0 4x4 with YSB Changes or LA Mod 2.0 4x4 YSB Edition would be a better name, but its your project, and your decision. I have also linked to your submod in my thread.

Fair enough. I did some more work tonight and I'm in the process of testing. If everything works the way I want version 1.3 will be out soon so I guess I'll change the name when the new version comes out. I think I'll have a fix-only update for you as well soon.

I also think I'm going to edit the instructions for this mod since I think some people are missing the fact that you you need to install the Xplorer mod and apply these files to the mod.

Hex, I'm glad you got it to work.

Enjoy!

[Xplorer4x4]

Well all I got to say is keep up the work. Im sure people are enjoying it.

[ChrisGa]

YSB I like the mod !! I loved the xplorer mod from the beginning but I like the touch you brought on it.

[Likin]

Mine is also going back to windows also. What do you mean replacing the wrong files? I dragged and dropped into the folder and said yes to replace the folders with yours. Same as I have done with anyone elses mods. If yours require specific instructions, then why dont you tell us in detail what needs to be done so we can do it correct the first time.

Hello, you have to open the files one by one and you have to replace them in the file that the game is on C:.

[YSB]

I really can't tell you why your system is going back to Windows. There is nothing special about this mod in terms of how to install it. Keep in mind that the main game directory has a folder structure just like the mods. Make sure the files you are replacing are the Xplorer4x4 files and not the main game files. Also make sure the e4mod.info file is going into the mod folder and not the main game folder. Beyond that I really can't imagine what you're doing wrong. I have this mod running on my own system without a problem and I know personally of several other people who are using it besides for those who downloaded it here so the mod isn't the problem. Also, are you using version 2.0.8 of the Xplorer4x4 mod? I have no idea how my changes would affect earlier versions but it was designed for and tested only with version 2.0.8.

Lastly, this was released as a private mod with no warranty. It was done for my own entertainment and I offer it here so that other people can enjoy it as well. I simply don't have the time though to hold the hand of every person that has trouble with the install and walk them through it step by step. I'd really love to do it, honestly, but I simply don't have the time. All I can suggest further is, if you have someone you can go to who is more of a tech guy than you are, see if you can get that person to help you. Otherwise, you're free to stick with the plain Xplorer4x4 mod, which offers an excellent playing experience even without my changes, and I won't be insulted.

Good luck on that install. Let us know if you get it to work.

Enjoy!

[Hairyman]

Works just fine for me on a Windows 7 Laptop 32bit

[YSB]

I just posted version 1.3 of my mod. Due to real life I didn't have nearly as much playing time as I would have really liked to have to thoroughly test it. I'm pretty sure there shouldn't be any issues that directly effect game play and there are no errors that I'm aware of but there are a few fixes that might not do exactly what they're supposed to. If anyone comes across any of these things I'd appreciate if you let me know if they worked or not.

I fixed the issue where a policeman gets stuck with his gun out after arresting someone. The problem seemed to have been rather fluky in the first place so I'm not 100% sure my fix will always work. If you come across this problem in this version let me know.

I tried to fix a car accident that involved a car in the water. There was a problem with it and the game never used it. I haven't had nearly enough playing to time to see if it works now so if you're the first to get it let me know if it works properly.

There was a gas explosion event on a tanker in the water. The tanker was set not to burn so the mission would fail instantly but you'd still have to pick up some injuries. I tried to edit the tanker's properties in the hope that the mission really works. If you get a gas explosion on the tanker let me know if it results in a playable mission and fire of if it's still an instant fail.

There is a pathing problem where Rescue 7 and the crane try to pull into the ambulance driveway before backing out and going to their proper parking space. I can't figure out for the life of me why it's happening and none of my attempts to fix it seemed to work. If anyone has any ideas please let me know.

Any other feedback is always welcome. Enjoy!

Suggestions: Replace the USAR truck with the LRA, since they're kind of the same. Removing the swift water unit from FS1, since there's no calls that involve a boat. Adding more parking spaces for more patrol units at the police station. And let the unmarked cars park at the sheriffs office when they have a deputy inside it, if that's possible.

Guess what, you got your wish for the unmarked cars. If you put a deputy inside it will now go to the LASD station. I also tried to fix a mission that involves a boat and a crane. I don't know yet if it works properly but we'll find out soon.

Enjoy!

[riverking100]

love the changes what u did to the sub mod. i'm a foam tender fan so parking at a fire station works wonders for me. Good Job

[Jakethejake]

Can someone point out to me exactly how to install this? I have downloaded it, but have no idea how to make it run. Thanks!

[YSB]

Can someone point out to me exactly how to install this? I have downloaded it, but have no idea how to make it run. Thanks!

You need to download and install the Xplorer4x4 submod first. Then you copy these files over the ones in the Xplorer4x4 mod folder with the same names. That's it!

riverking100, thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you're enjoying it!

Enjoy!

[Jakethejake]

I'm very sorry, But can you be more specific for me. I am not really computer savy.

[Reaper]

Question ..well 1st off let me take a moment to say thank you to both yourself and 4x4 as I love the submod...My question is ..is there anyway I cn retain the Pierce pumper from 4x4 's mod in station 2 wiht the changes made to it with your sub submod LOL thank you in advance for your reply

[Jakethejake]

Hey guys, awesome mod! I'm really enjoying the changes. I am having an issue where I cannot change any of the original specs. I go into the correct folders and highlight the unit that needs to be changed, but I am unable to overwrite anything. Any ideas?

[Hex]

the oil tanker looking ship docked explodes but there is no fire afterwords