MTM2MANUAL 2
DOC	Monster Truck Madness 2 - Game Manual
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c	0	-1		Starting, Pausing, Saving, and Quitting
c	1	239		Racing Overview
c	1	403		Starting a New Race
c	1	437		Pausing and Resuming a Race
c	1	148		Saving a Race for Later Play
c	1	377		Quitting a Race
c	1	82		Quitting Monster Truck Madness
c	1	147		Removing Monster Truck Madness from Your Computer
c	0	-1		Game Controls
c	2	198		Universal Keyboard Game Controls
c	2	298		Calling the Rescue Helicopter
c	2	288		Driving Controls Overview
c	2	287		Choosing a Primary Driving Control
c	2	290		Driving with the Keyboard
c	2	289		Driving with a Joystick
c	2	397		Microsoft SideWinder 3D Pro Joystick Button Assignments
c	2	270		Driving with Race Car Controls
c	2	146		Driving with a Gamepad
c	1	-1		Customizing the Game Controls
c	2	277		Customizing Your Keyboard Controls
c	2	276		Customizing Your Joystick Controls
c	2	297		Calibrating Your Joystick, Gamepad, or Race Car Controls
c	0	-1		Game Views
c	1	267		Looking Around from Within the Cab
c	1	300		External Racing Views Described
c	1	405		Switching Between External Views
c	1	127		Viewing Truck Positions in Rallies and Circuits
c	1	284		Displaying Dashboard Instruments and the Steering Wheel
c	1	50		Displaying the Rear View Mirror
c	1	348		Displaying Truck and Driver Name Labels
c	0	-1		Before You Hit the Track...
c	1	424		If you have a 3D graphics accelerator card installed on your computer...
c	1	398		Setting Driver Skill Levels
c	1	396		Automatic or Manual Transmission: Shifting Options
c	1	313		Tweaking Your Truck in the Garage
c	1	286		Driving Cheats
c	1	279		Changing the Number of Default Opponents
c	1	399		Specifying Weather or Time-of-Day Conditions
c	1	323		Turning Headlights On and Off
c	1	413		Enabling Crash Damage
c	1	61		Repairing Crash Damage While You're Driving
c	0	-1		Controlling Sound and Other Audio
c	1	376		Playing Music While Racing
c	1	435		Adjusting the Volume of Music and Sound Effects
c	1	179		Turning Music and Sound Effects On or Off
c	1	361		Muting All Sounds
c	1	272		Turning Commentary On or Off
c	1	359		Turning Race Movies On or Off
c	1	367		Turning Automatic Attract Mode On or Off
c	0	-1		The Race Events
c	1	-1		Racing the Circuits and Rallies
c	2	2		Circuit and Rally Racing Tips
c	2	281		Using the Directional Finder to Find Your Next Checkpoint
c	2	372		Reading the Pit Board
c	2	127		Viewing Truck Positions in Rallies and Circuits
c	1	-1		Battling it Out in the Summit Rumbles
c	2	342		Summit Rumble Tips
c	1	-1		Scoring Explained
c	2	394		Scoring: Circuit and Rally Races
c	2	433		Scoring: Summit Rumbles
c	2	322		Hall of Fame: Viewing High Scores
c	0	-1		Instant Replay
c	1	176		Instant Replay: Reliving the Races!
c	1	193		Saving an Instant Replay File
c	1	375		Playing a Previously Saved Instant Replay File
c	0	-1		Multiplayer Racing
c	1	360		Multiplayer Racing Overview
c	1	111		Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
c	1	231		Joining a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
c	1	91		Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
c	1	209		Joining a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
c	1	294		Hosting a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
c	1	311		Finding Out Your IP Address
c	1	171		Joining a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
c	1	325		Hosting a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
c	1	340		Joining a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
c	1	11		Chatting with Opponents While You're Racing
c	1	268		Tips on Using the CB Radio
c	1	416		Viewing Your Messages
c	1	356		Miscellaneous Tips for Making the Game Run Faster
c	0	-1		Configuring Your Race Car Controller
c	1	273		Configuring Your Controller Overview
c	1	419		Configuring a ThrustMaster NASCAR Pro Racing Wheel
c	1	195		Configuring a ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2
c	1	346		Configuring a ThrustMaster Grand Prix 1
c	1	190		Configuring a CH Products Pro Throttle
c	1	160		Adjusting the Amount of Force You Can Feel with Your Force Feedback Controller
c	1	274		Configuring Your Controller Troubleshooting
c	0	-1		Frequently Asked Questions about Monster Truck Madness 2
c	1	12		Frequently Asked Questions about Monster Truck Madness 2
c	0	-1		Visiting the Monster Truck Web Stop
c	1	420		Visiting the Monster Truck Web Stop
c	0	-1		Making the Game Run Faster
c	1	404		Switching Between Full-Screen and Windowed Modes
c	1	388		Reducing the Level of Detail in Graphics
c	1	356		Miscellaneous Tips for Making the Game Run Faster
c	0	-1		Troubleshooting
c	1	-1		Monster Truck Troubleshooting
c	2	424		If you have a 3D graphics accelerator card installed on your computer...
c	2	418		If the Graphics Have Less Detail Than You Would Like
c	2	204		If Your Steering Control is Too Sensitive
c	2	332		If Your Steering Control is Not Sensitive Enough
c	2	365		If You Don't Hear Any Sound
c	2	410		If You Have Two Joysticks Installed on Your Computer
c	2	426		If the Joystick Does Not Function Correctly
c	2	36		If the Keyboard Does Not Work as Expected
c	2	283		Microsoft DirectX Notes
c	2	282		Frequently Asked Questions About DirectX
c	1	-1		Windows Troubleshooting
c	2	-1		If you have trouble printing
c	2	-1		If you run out of memory
c	2	-1		If you have a hardware conflict
c	2	-1		If you have trouble using the network
c	2	-1		If you have trouble using your modem
c	2	-1		If you have trouble using Dial-Up Networking
c	2	-1		If you have trouble using Direct Cable Connection
c	2	-1		If you have trouble starting Windows
c	0	-1		Cool Stuff
c	1	-1		The Monster Truck Story
c	2	351		Earning a Class B Monster Truck Driver's License
c	2	350		Earning a Class A Monster Truck Driver's License
c	2	324		Great Moments in Monster Truck History
c	2	133		Monster Truck Safety Rules
c	2	262		Monster Tires: The Gripping Story
c	2	258		Monster Truck Size Requirements
c	2	280		Evolution of Monster Truck Design
c	2	400		Stage One Monster Trucks
c	2	401		Stage Two Monster Trucks
c	2	402		Stage Three Monster Trucks
c	2	307		Monster Truck Fan Demographics
c	2	217		BIGFOOT at the Movies
c	2	257		BIGFOOT 5: Giant Among Giants
c	2	385		Straight and J-Style Drag Tracks
c	1	-1		Monster Truck Profiles
c	2	406		Meet the Drivers
c	2	237		Bear Foot
c	2	33		BIGFOOT 14
c	2	108		Black Stallion 2000
c	2	102		Boogey Van
c	2	438		Bret "The Hitman" Hart
c	2	392		Bulldozer
c	2	128		Carolina Crusher
c	2	353		Executioner
c	2	28		Firestone Wilderness
c	2	170		Grave Digger
c	2	32		"Hollywood" Hogan
c	2	251		Monster Patrol
c	2	230		Nitemare
c	2	312		The Outsiders
c	2	60		Overkill
c	2	326		Rampage
c	2	26		Samson
c	2	220		Snake Bite
c	2	347		Stinger
c	2	252		Wildfoot
c	0	-1		Getting Help from Microsoft Technical Support
c	1	2	mtpss	Getting Help from Microsoft Technical Support
c	1	1	mtpss	If you have a simple question and need an answer fast
c	1	3	mtpss	If your question is urgent and more complex
c	1	6	mtpss	If your question isn't urgent
c	1	5	mtpss	For additional support needs
c	1	4	mtpss	If you need support outside the United States and Canada
c	0	-1		Accessibility for People with Disabilities
c	2	5	accessib	Accessibility for People with Disabilities
c	2	3	accessib	Microsoft Services for People Who Are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing
c	2	1	accessib	Access Packs for Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Windows NT
c	2	4	accessib	Keyboard Layouts for Single-Handed Users
c	2	7	accessib	Microsoft Documentation in Alternative Formats
c	2	2	accessib	Third-Party Utilities to Enhance Accessibility
c	2	0	accessib	Customizing Windows or Windows NT
c	2	6	accessib	Getting More Information
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t	2	t__6GRS2.htm	Circuit and Rally Racing Tips
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h	Circuit and Rally Racing Tips
r	·	Driving at the rookie level is specifically designed to introduce you to the unique physics model of a 5-ton monster truck. If you signed in as a rookie and you think your truck doesn't have enough get-up-and-go, try signing-in as an intermediate. Or, click Garage on the navigation bar, and then drag the Transfer Gear slider to the left, toward More Speed. Experiment until you find the transfer gear setting that is most compatible with your driving style.
r	·	If you're having trouble making your jumps while racing the Sidewinder Canyon rally track or the Excavation circuit track, try increasing your transfer gear ratio. When racing these tracks with a low transfer gear setting (800 or lower), you may not have enough launch speed to execute the jumps successfully. Increasing your transfer gear ratio setting for these tracks to 1600 or more should have you flying to the finish line in no time.
r	·	If you need to access the menu bar while you are racing and it is not displayed, press F4 to display the menu bar.
r	·	To switch to a wide-angle, panoramic view of any external game view, press MINUS SIGN (-) on the main keyboard. To turn off panoramic view, press EQUAL SIGN (=).
r	·	You MUST pass through all of a circuit or rally's checkpoints in order to finish the race legally. While you are driving, press F to display the handy directional finder, which points you to the next checkpoint.
r	·	Once the first place finisher has crossed the finish line, all other trucks are on their last lap. Once you've crossed the finish line, your view switches to automatic race camera view, where you can relive a little of the thrill of your driving performance.
r	·	If you stray from the track, you can call the helicopter to bring you back to the track. Press H, and the whirly bird will come in for the big ride!
r	·	To familiarize yourself with a track, observe how the computer trucks take the turns and straightaways. While you are driving, press K to switch to another truck's point of view. To switch between racing views for the current truck, press V. To get back to the cab of your truck, press CTRL+1.
r	·	To display an overlay map of the track, press TAB. Your truck is displayed as a yellow dot, and you can see where you are in relation to your opponents.
r	·	To display the pit board, press O. The pit board gives you details on your time, lap number, and position in the race.
r	·	If you turn on race commentary, Army Armstrong will let you know when you've missed a checkpoint!
r	·	Shortcuts are legal, as long as you hit all your checkpoints!
r	·	Experiment with different race views. You may find you prefer chase near view to cockpit view. Press V to switch between race views for the current truck.
p	Related Topics
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t	11	t_05RT3N.htm	Chatting with Opponents While You're Racing
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h	Chatting with Opponents While You're Racing
p	When you're racing head-to-head against other drivers during a multiplayer game, you can exchange snide remarks, words of encouragement, or even discuss the current track conditions.
p	You can send text-based chat messages that can be read by all the drivers, or you can send private messages to one other driver.
p	Keep in mind, that even as you're typing in messages, you're still driving, and you still have to control your monster truck. You have joystick control while sending a message, but you don't have access to some keyboard commands. No crashes caused by negligent chatting!
p	If you have a microphone and speakers attached to your computer, you can also use the CB radio to broadcast verbal messages to all your opponents.
h	To send a text message to all drivers
p	NOTE: You can start chatting with your opponents once the race has begun.
r	1	To display the Chat Message box, Press T.
r	2	Type your message in the Chat Message box.
p	To delete text or make corrections, press BACKSPACE key.
r	3	When you are ready to send your message, press ENTER.
h	To send a private text message to a specific driver
r	1	If the Chat Message box is not already displayed, press T.
r	2	Press the DOWN ARROW key to scroll through the list of drivers until the name of the driver you want to send to is displayed in the Chat Message box.
r	3	Type your message. To delete text or make corrections, use the BACKSPACE key.
r	4	When you are ready to send your private message, press ENTER.
h	To broadcast messages using the CB radio
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p	On the Multiplayer screen, click CB Radio.
p	-Or-
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p	Press R to activate the CB radio.
p	Related Topics
t	12	t_06YB22.htm	Frequently Asked Questions about Monster Truck Madness
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h	Frequently Asked Questions about Monster Truck Madness 2
p	FAQ.txt, a file located in the folder where you installed Monster Truck Madness 2, includes the answers to questions frequently asked about playing and optimizing the performance of Monster Truck Madness 2. To ensure that FAQ.txt includes the latest and most up-to-date information, it is included as a simple text file.
p	For best results, print FAQ.txt, or open it in Notepad, and use the Find command (Search menu) to locate the information you need.
p	README.txt, another file located in the folder where you installed Monster Truck Madness 2, also includes late-breaking information about optimizing and troubleshooting the performance of Monster Truck Madness 2.
p	For best results, print README.txt, or open it in Notepad, and use the Find command (Search menu) to locate the information you need.
p	Related Topic
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p	For play over a LAN, click IPX Connection For DirectPlay or Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For one-to-one play via a modem connection, click Modem Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For play via an Internet connection, click Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For play between two machines connected with a serial cable, click Serial Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	The navigation bar appears at the bottom of the screen. Click a button to quickly display one of these screens: Driver Check-in, Races, Garage, and Multiplayer, or click GO to begin a race.
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p	This button is unavailable if you do not have a video adapter or hardware accelerator card installed on your computer, or if you have Software Only selected in the Graphics Renderer list box.
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r	·	Auto Brake applies the brakes for you.
r	·	Auto Brake & Throttle accelerates your truck to its optimal speed and applies the brakes for you. However, you CANNOT go in reverse with this option selected.
p	When driving using manual transmission, Auto Brake & Throttle speeds your engine up to the maximum rpms for the gear you are currently in. You are still responsible for shifting up to the next higher gear.
t	26	t_122HI_G.htm	Samson
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h	Samson
p	With its brawny build, Samson embodies the might of monster truck racing. Samson's specialty is strong-holding its opponents into submission. Those sinewy arms are a fearsome trademark in this sport of strength and skill.
p	Driver/owner Dan Patrick is still out there making his mark with Samson, just as he's been doing since 1994. In that first year, at the Summer Nationals in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, Samson won its first Penda Point Series event beating out the likes of 0220Snake Bite and 0033BIGFOOT (twice!). The victory over the BIGFOOT trucks was particularly sweet for Dan, who started his monster truck career building race trucks for BIGFOOT 4X4, Inc., before heading out on his own to make his Samson dream a reality.
p	Dan comments that monster truck racing is a bit different now than it was when he first became involved. He says, "The trucks are considerably faster and more advanced through technology." He adds that the sport will continue to evolve. However, his favorite thing about monster truck racing is still entertaining the fans.
p	And, the fans love Samson. Dan says that kids love monster truck racing so much because of the size of the trucks and their names. He encourages those interested in becoming involved in the sport, but informs them that it is like anything else, "You have to devote a lot of time, energy and concentration to succeed."
p	If players have a taste for victory, Dan maintains they must choose Samson—the strong arm of monster truck racing—as their truck in Monster Truck Madness 2. But, he warns them not to forget that crashing is part of the game!
h	Samson Fast Facts
r	Owner and Driver	Dan Patrick
r	Hometown	Kingston, Ohio
r	Vehicle Body	Custom-built 3D Chevrolet
r	Personal Vehicle	1991 Chevy S-10 Blazer
r	Engine	560 cubic inch Keith Black Aluminum Hemi
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,300 pounds
r	Transmission	4-speed Lenco Racing transmission
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, size 66 x 44 x 25
r	Shocks	20-inch Nitrogen-charged shocks
r	Axles	F-106 Rockwell Centers
r	Sponsors	Jet-Hot Coatings, Boc Gases, Martin Labs, Valco Cincinnati, Childs & Albert, Justice Brothers, Crower Cams & Equipment, Optima Batteries, Champion Spark Plugs, FK Bearing, Inc., and Tool Buddy
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t	28	t_129QTY0.htm	Firestone Wilderness
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h	Firestone Wilderness
p	It's time to meet the newest "FOOT" in the fleet…. Well, new in one aspect anyway. Firestone Wilderness is a brand new look for Team BIGFOOT veteran, BIGFOOT 15. Yet, winning isn't new for driver, Eric Meagher. After placing third in the 1995 Penda Point Series, and second in the 1996 Penda Point Series, it just seemed natural for Eric to win first place in the 1997 series.
p	Eric has been involved in motorsports for over 12 years. He started with Team BIGFOOT 6 years ago as a crew person, and worked his way up from there.
p	It hasn't all been a bed of trophies though. One of Eric's scariest moments came at the RCA Dome, in 1995, when he took BIGFOOT 15 through the wall. Never one to give up, Eric came back later that same night to win the event. With courage like that, it comes as no surprise that his advice to young folks is, "You can do anything you set your mind to."
p	Eric says that the best kind of race is one where the track is even and fair for both trucks. He says, "If each person has an equal chance to win, then a definite winner can be called."
p	With Eric's track record and BIGFOOT's expertise, it's clear that Firestone Wilderness will be one of the toughest trucks to beat in Monster Truck Madness 2.
h	Firestone Wilderness Fast Facts
r	Owners	Bob and Marilyn Chandler
r	Driver	Eric Meagher
r	Driver Hometown	Fallston, Maryland
r	Truck Hometown	St. Louis, Missouri
r	Vehicle Body	1997 F150 Fiberglass Ford pickup body and a Deflecta-Sheild cab extender and sunvisor
r	Frame	Complete tubular frame and cage
r	Engine	572 c.i. Ford with an 871 BDS blower, fuel injection, Isky cam, Wiesco pistons, Total Seal piston rings, MSD ignition, K&N air filter, Mr. Gasket gaskets, Parker hydraulic components, RJS fires system, Clevite 77 engine bearings, ARP fasteners, Milodon oil pan, and Racor oil filter
r	Transmission	Ford C-6 with TCI race converter Alabama bands, Hurst shifter, and an aluminum transfer case with quick change gears
r	Tires	Firestone Flotation tires, 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Eight Nitrogen charged Trailmaster shocks
r	Axles	ZF Axles with internal wet brakes and planetaries
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	11 feet, 9 inches
r	Weight	10,700 pounds
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t	30	t_12GSN37.htm	Viewing Truck Positions in Rallies and Circuits
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h	Viewing Truck Positions in Rallies and Circuits
p	Whenever you're driving in a rally or circuit race, you can display a miniature map of the course. Moving dots represent all competitors and their positions on the track. The dot representing your truck is displayed in flashing yellow at your truck's current track position.
p	If you need more details, you can also choose to display truck name labels on the map overlay. The labels include the current race position of each truck in parentheses.
r	To…	Press
r	Display the overlay map	TAB once
r	Display truck name labels	TAB twice
r	Hide the overlay map	TAB a third time
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t	32	t_12P4LAA.htm	"Hollywood" Hogan
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h	"Hollywood" Hogan
p	With muscular arms that can give Samson a run for its money, "Hollywood" Hogan is one of the toughest monster trucks around.
p	The "Hollywood" Hogan truck, created in 1995, was the original WrestleTruck. It battled Dungeon of Doom (now 0312The Outsiders) and The Giant in the first ever Monster Truck Sumo Wrestling event. Of course, "Hollywood" triumphed.
p	"Hollywood" Hogan uses the Atomic Leg Drop to finish off his wrestling opponents. There are rumors circling that the "Hollywood" Hogan WrestleTruck has been seen practicing this sort of move to use on its rival monster trucks!
p	When "Hollywood" Hogan crossed over to the New World Order (NWO) to become one of the baddest of the bad guys, his truck turned too. The good guys better watch out!
p	With the likes of the "Hollywood" Hogan WrestleTruck in the race, you'd better watch your back out there. Because, just like its counterpart "Hollywood" Hogan, this truck loves a good challenge and will battle all the way to the finish line to be the master monster!
h	"Hollywood" Hogan Fast Facts
r	Owner	New World Order
r	Vehicle Body	1997 F150 Fiberglass Ford Cab-o-Bed, custom front-clip and arms
r	Engine	560 c.i. Python V-8; 1500 Horsepower
r	Transmission	Hulkamatic 5-speed
r	Tires	Fearstone Pile drivers, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Armstrong Super Flex
r	Axles	B. A. Dass
r	Height	11 feet, 4 inches
r	Width	11 feet, 8 inches
r	Weight	10,900 pounds
r	Sponsors	NWO 4ever
t	33	t_12R5OSY.htm	BIGFOOT 14
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h	BIGFOOT 14
p	The FOOT is on the loose! Dan Runte has been driving BIGFOOT 14 since its 1994 debut under the name BIGFOOT Power Wheels. That same year, he won the Penda Point Series with a record 8 wins in the 15-race series. In 1996, this dynamic duo (Dan and BIGFOOT 14) won the first 8 races of the season, to capture its second straight Penda championship. With 24 series event wins since 1993, Dan is the winningest driver in Penda Series history.
p	BIGFOOT 14 is a proud member of the BIGFOOT family that currently includes BIGFOOT, Wildfoot, and the Firestone Wilderness truck. These trucks are owned by Bob and Marilyn Chandler. Bob is considered to be the forefather of monster truck racing.
p	Dan Runte began his career truck pulling before becoming a member of the BIGFOOT crew. After 8 years with the company, Dan observes that monster truck racing has changed, "These days it's a lot faster and more advanced."
p	Dan loves the down-and-dirty competition of racing monster trucks. His favorite opponent to try and stomp is Gary Porter who drives 0128Carolina Crusher. He also really enjoys meeting both new and old fans. His most memorable moments in the sport include winning MTRA Driver of the Year in 1993 and 1995, and, of course, being the Penda Points Champion in both 1995 and 1996.
p	While playing Monster Truck Madness 2, Dan contends that the best way to trounce the competition is fly to the finish line with BIGFOOT 14—the baddest foot in town.
h	BIGFOOT Fast Facts
r	Owners	Bob and Marilyn Chandler
r	Driver	Dan Runte
r	Driver Hometown	Freeport, Illinois
r	Truck Hometown	St. Louis, Missouri
r	Vehicle Body	1997 F150 Fiberglass Ford Pickup body and a Deflecta-Sheild cab extender and sunvisor
r	Frame	Complete tubular frame and cage
r	Engine	572 c.i. Ford with an 871 BDS blower, fuel injection, Isky cam, Wiesco pistons, Total Seal piston rings, MSD ignition, K&N air filter, Mr. Gasket gaskets, Parker hydraulic components, RJS fires system, Clevite 77 engine bearings, ARP fasteners, Milodon oil pan and Racor oil filter
p	Powered by Jaz fuel cell
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	11 feet, 9 inches
r	Weight	10,200 pounds
r	Transmission	Ford C-6 with TCI race converter Alabama Bands, Hurst shifter and an aluminum transfer case with quick change gears
r	Tires	Firestone Flotation Tires, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Eight Nitrogen charged Trailmaster shocks
r	Axles	ZF axles with internal wet brakes and planetaries
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p	Bob Chandler, the man who invented monster trucks, refines his latest designs using an AUTOCAD computer program.
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p	Wildfoot is a great example of an awesome stage three monster truck, combining awesome power with speed and agility.
t	36	t_13WBPGP.htm	If the Keyboard Does Not Work as Expected
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h	If the Keyboard Does Not Work as Expected
r	·	You may be using the PLUS SIGN (+) and MINUS SIGN (-) keys on the main keyboard area. Use the keys on the numeric keypad instead.
r	·	Use the arrow keys to control your truck like you would use a joystick. Pressing the UP ARROW key is like pushing a joystick forward: It accelerates your truck forward. Pressing the DOWN ARROW key is like pulling the joystick back: It applies the brakes, and once the truck has stopped, it reverses the truck (in automatic transmission only). You can easily customize these keyboard settings.
r	·	The functions of the keys may have been assigned customized settings. You can return the keys to their default settings, or assign different functions to the keys. For more information, see 0277Customizing Your Keyboard Controls.
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p	The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the "brains" of a computer, where most calculations take place. It is considered the single-most important element of a computer system.
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p	IPX (Internetwork Packet Exchange) is Novell's routing protocol. It is one of the most common routing methods used to transmit traffic on a LAN (Local Area Network) and the Internet. (From The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing)
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p	The TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) is a common and reliable protocol on LANs (Local Area Network) and the Internet. TCP is built on top of Internet Protocol (IP) and is nearly always seen as TCP/IP. (From The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing)
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t	50	t_18XKF5J.htm	Displaying the Rear View Mirror
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h	Displaying the Rear View Mirror
p	While you are in cockpit view, you can display the rear view mirror to get a quick glimpse of the action behind you. The rear view mirror is available only in cockpit view.
h	To display or hide the rear view mirror
r	1	If you are not sure you are in cockpit view, press CTRL+1.
r	2	Press the MINUS SIGN (-) on the numeric keypad to display or hide the rear view mirror.
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t	60	t_1EMP_R7.htm	Overkill
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h	Overkill
p	Overkill, the monster pride and joy of Fort Wayne, Indiana, is the perfect name for Kirk Dabney's monster truck. Reflecting on how the truck earned its name, Kirk comments: "We spent so many hours and so much time building this truck that we could have settled for less, but we had to go for overkill." It's clear that settling for less is not on Kirk's (or Overkill's) agenda.
p	Like many monster truck racers, Kirk got his monster truck start working on 4 x 4 trucks. He built his own shop, worked on 4 x 4's for a living, and built his first monster truck as a promotion for his business. He started monster truck racing in 1984. When he's not behind the wheel of Overkill, Kirk doesn't stray too far vehicle-wise; he drives a Ford 4 x 4 pickup with lift kits and tires. One of the things he loves best about monster truck racing is traveling around the country meeting and talking with fans who are also into 4 x 4's.
p	Overkill is one of the few trucks on the professional monster truck tour that weighs in at 9,800 pounds, 200 pounds shy of the MTRA required minimum 10,000 pounds. In preparation for competition racing, Kirk and crew add 200 pounds of load weights to the truck to meet MTRA rules.
p	Kirk has some pragmatic advice for Monster Truck Madness 2 racers: "Get out there and go as fast as you can. Overkill can really handle the jumps, after all, suspension is my strong point. Good luck!"
h	Overkill Fast Facts
r	Owner/Driver	Kirk Dabney
r	Hometown	Fort Wayne, Indiana
r	Favorite Opponent	Grave Digger
r	Vehicle Body	1997 F-150 Ford
r	Frame	Custom tubular design
r	Engine	572 c.i. SVO Ford, Stephens & Hull Automotive
r	Transmission	C-6 Roller, Russ-Moore's Transmissions
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Kuster gas shocks
r	Axles	106 Rockwells
r	Suspension	36-inch 4-link swing-arm suspension
r	Height	11 feet, 4 inches
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	9,800 pounds (before adding load weights)
r	Sponsors	Ford Motor Company, Ramsey Winch, Trailmaster, Manufacturing
t	61	t_1FIYA3W.htm	Repairing Crash Damage While You're Driving
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h	Repairing Crash Damage While You're Driving
p	If you have crash damage enabled and you truck becomes undrivable, you can "magically" repair all damage to your truck with a simple press of a key.
h	To instantly repair crash damage while you're driving
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p	Press X.
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p	Notice the sculpt marks made by crew members to create a custom tire tread and to reduce the overall weight of the tire.
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p	Auto Shift lets you floor it without having to worry about shifting gears. Keep in mind, though, that driving with an automatic transmission will diminish your truck's get-up-and-go; if the competition uses manual transmission, they may have an acceleration advantage.
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p	This close-up view of Grave Digger's steel frame shows the strength built into a monster truck frame.
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p	A series of numbers assigned to each individual computer connected to the Internet to distinguish it from other computers on the Internet.
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p	A game cheat that accelerates your truck to its optimal speed for any situation you may encounter during a race and also applies the brakes wisely. This cheat works best when you're driving with automatic transmission.
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t	82	t_1MPXWGB.htm	Quitting Monster Truck Madness
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h	Quitting Monster Truck Madness 2
p	When it's time to park your truck and stop the monster mashing mayhem, it's easy to quit Monster Truck Madness 2. Keep in mind that before quitting, you can save the current race and return to the action whenever you're ready.
h	To quit Monster Truck Madness 2
r	1	On the Race menu, click Exit.
r	2	Click Yes to confirm that you want to quit Monster Truck Madness 2.
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t	91	t_1OMXZUJ.htm	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
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h	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
p	If you have a LAN, you can use either the IPX or the TCP/IP connection protocol to host a race. The connection protocol you should use depends on which protocols are installed on your machine.
p	The race you host can be against one or up to a maximum of seven other players.
p	IMPORTANT: When you host a race, the players joining you must establish connections before the race can begin. It is a good idea to plan ahead. Call one another, agree on the protocol connection type you'll use, and make sure your opponent(s) know you will be the host and what you will call the game session. Agree that you will get a few moments head start to begin setting up the game.
h	To host a race or Rumble via a LAN Connection
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Host.
r	4	In the Give Your New Session A Name box, type a descriptive name for the multiplayer race.
r	5	In the Select A Network Protocol list, click IPX Connection For DirectPlay, and then click OK. Note: If you have TCP/IP protocols loaded for use over your LAN, you can also connect via Internet TCP/IP Connection for DirectPlay. On the Multiplayer screen, under Player Information, your name is displayed with the (Host) designation next to it. Note: You may have to wait while your opponent(s) establish connection(s).
r	6	Set the following options for the multiplayer session: track and race length. For yourself, set the following options: truck, garage settings, skill level, and driving aids. Note: During a multiplayer game, you can exchange comments on the race, words of encouragement, or even discuss the current track conditions with your opponents. On the Multiplayer screen, type your message in the Message box, and then click Send to send your message. Use the Send To box to specify whether you want to send your message to a specific player or to all players in the game. While you are racing, press T to display the Chat Message dialog box. If you have a microphone and speakers attached to your computer, you can also exchange verbal messages with your opponents. Press R to activate the CB radio.
r	7	When the names of your opponents are displayed under Player Information, click Ready and let the race begin! When the host clicks Ready, the race begins.
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t	102	t_1T9HVRK.htm	Boogey Van
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h	Boogey Van
p	In a motorsport filled with colorful paintjobs and impressive fiberglass appendages, the Boogey Van stands out. What makes it so special?
p	"It's the only van on the circuit, and it's driven by a woman," says owner/driver Pamela Vaters. "The Boogey Van doesn't run right when men drive it!"
p	A pioneer, as the first woman in the world of monster truck racing, Pamela got her start in 1984 working as crew chief for Black Stallion, her husband Michael Vaters's monster truck. In 1992, after eight years of traveling with her husband, she decided the time was right to start driving.
p	It should come as no surprise that Pam's favorite opponent is 0108Black Stallion 2000, driven by her husband. However, she also feels the thrill of competition when she's up against 0170Grave Digger and 0128Carolina Crusher.
p	Her most memorable monster truck moment: "My first points race. I qualified in sixth position. In my first round, I took 0033BIGFOOT out of the competition!" She is still the only woman to ever qualify at a national points event.
p	Pam is proud of being a role model for young children, especially women. Pam's words of advice to women who are interested in pursuing monster truck racing as a career: "First, you have to have an open mind because all your competitors are men. Second, if it's your dream, follow your heart, work towards it, and learn everything you need to know."
p	Pam also has some words of advice for Monster Truck Madness 2 drivers of any gender: "Always remember: Don't let anyone by you, crash into 'em if you have to!"
h	Boogey Van Fast Facts
r	Owners	Pamela and Michael Vaters
r	Driver	Pamela Vaters
r	Hometown	Hagerstown, Maryland
r	Vehicle Body	1995 Ford Aerostar van
r	Frame	Custom-built chassis by Michael Vaters
r	Engine	572 c.i. Ford SVO engine
r	Transmission	C-6 transmission with a 24-inch drop ProFab
r	Tires	Goodyear front, Firestone rear, 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Custom-built (with 36 inches of travel) by Michael Vaters
r	Axles	P-106 with Rockwell planetaries
r	Height	11 feet, 6 inches
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,328 pounds
r	Sponsors	Hagerstown Ford, KC Hilites, Valco Cincinnati, Street Glow, Torco Oil, M30 Hand Cleaners, House of Kolor paints, and Continental Converters
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p	A data communications network, which is geographically limited (typically to less than a 1-mile radius), allowing easy interconnection of computers within adjacent buildings. (From the Free On-Line Dictionary of Computing)
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p	The address to an object, document, or page on the Internet.
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p	The bar on your desktop that has the Windows Start button on it. Buttons representing running programs appear on this bar. If the taskbar is not visible, press CTRL+ESC.
t	108	t_1V8UIMP.htm	Black Stallion 2000
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h	Black Stallion 2000
p	Talk about "horsepower," Black Stallion 2000 has got it where it counts. This mighty mount, with its striking paint scheme, will take you on the ride of your life.
p	Owner/driver, Michael Vaters, used to have a show truck that sat very high off the ground. He was disappointed upon discovering that it was so high that it risked being outlawed. So, being innovative, Michael decided to take things to the next level and built a monster truck. In 1985 he embraced the world of monster truck racing, and he's never looked back.
p	Monster Truck racing is a little different these days than in 1985. Michael says that the technology of the trucks has changed. He also notes, "We've gone from crushing cars slowly…to barely touching them, to now, flying through the air as high as you can, and clearing all the cars."
p	One of Michael's proudest moments came when his wife, Pamela Vaters (driver of 0102Boogey Van), qualified at a national points event, won her first round and beat BIGFOOT! It's no doubt this couple has a monster-truck-filled life with TWO trucks competing on the professional circuit.
p	Black Stallion got is name because Michael always liked the color black. "It's a powerful color," he says. Michael's awe at the power and beauty of horses provided the second half of the truck's name.
p	And what does Michael drive when he's not behind the wheel of the Black Stallion? Among other things, a 1979 beater Ford called "The Beast."
h	Black Stallion 2000 Fast Facts
r	Owners	Michael and Pamela Vaters
r	Driver	Michael Vaters
r	Hometown	Hagerstown, Maryland
r	Vehicle Body	1997 Ford F-150
r	Engine	565 cubic inch
r	Horsepower	Approximately 1500 h.p.
r	Transmission	C-6 with a ProFab transfer case
r	Tires	66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Custom built by Michael Vaters with 36 inches of travel
r	Suspension	4-link suspension, custom built
r	Axles	106 Clarks with planetaries
r	Height	11 feet, 6 inches
r	Width	11 feet, 4 inches
r	Weight	10,028 pounds (including driver!)
r	Sponsors	Hagerstown Ford, KC Hilites, Street Glow, Torco Oil, M-30 Hand Cleaners, Continental Converters, House of Kolor Paints
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p	The distance that a shock will compress before it achieves its maximum capacity.
t	111	t_2_O38WP.htm	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
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h	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
p	If you have a direct, one-to-one modem connection to another player, you can host a head-to-head circuit or rally race or Summit Rumble.
p	Monster Truck Madness 2 requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 Kbps modem for all participants.
p	Important: When you host a race, the player joining you must dial up your computer and establish a modem connection before the race can begin. It is a good idea to plan ahead. Make sure your opponent knows you will be the host. Agree that you will get a few moments head start to begin setting up the game.
h	To host one other player via a modem
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Host.
r	4	In the Give Your New Session A Name box, type a descriptive name for the multiplayer race session.
r	5	In the Select A Network Protocol list, click Modem Connection For DirectPlay, and then click OK. Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Modem Connection dialog box.
r	6	In the Modem Connection dialog box, click Answer. Note: You may have to wait while your opponent establishes a modem connection. When the modem connection is established, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays your opponent's name and player information under Player Information on the Multiplayer screen. Your name is displayed with the (Host) designation next to it.
r	7	Set the following options for the multiplayer session: track and number of laps (or duration for a Rumble). For yourself, set the following options: , pick your truck, skill level, garage settings, and driving aids. Note: During a multiplayer game, you can exchange comments on the race, words of encouragement, or even discuss the current track conditions with your opponents. On the Multiplayer screen, type your message in the Message box, and then click Send to send your message. Use the Send To box to specify whether you want to send your message to a specific player or to all players in the game. While you are racing, press T to display the chat window. Or, if you have a microphone and speakers attached to your computer, use the CB radio to exchange verbal abuse with your opponents. Press R to activate the CB radio while you are racing.
r	8	Click Ready. The race is on!
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p	Mud racing, which usually involves four-wheel-drive custom-built vehicles. In this motorsports event, trucks compete against one another by skimming across the top of a mud pit.
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p	The cab of your monster truck. When you're in cockpit view, your view is from the driver's seat of the truck.
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p	From the Driver Check-in screen, you can also access the Races, Garage, and Multiplayer screens.
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t	127	t_2B9HVG_.htm	Viewing Truck Positions in Rallies and Circuits
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h	Viewing Truck Positions as You're Racing
p	Whenever you're driving, you can display a miniature map of the track or Summit Rumble arena. Moving dots and position indicators represent all competitors and their positions on the track. The flashing yellow dot represents your truck's location. Your truck's current position is indicated in red within parentheses.
p	If you need more details, you can also choose to display truck name labels on the map overlay. The labels include the current race position of each truck in parentheses.
r	To	Press
r	Display the overlay map	TAB once
r	Display truck name labels	TAB twice
r	Hide the overlay map	TAB a third time
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t	128	t_2EXE_Z5.htm	Carolina Crusher
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h	Carolina Crusher
p	The first time he saw a monster truck in action in 1983, Gary Porter knew he had to have one. "The way the trucks crushed cars, and the way people responded made a big impression on me," Gary says. "Two years later, we built the first Carolina Crusher."
p	Always a potent force on the professional monster truck tour, Gary and Carolina Crusher won the 1991 Penda Monster Truck Racing Championship. Gary's favorite opponent is a fellow Tarheel, 0170Grave Digger driver, Dennis Anderson. When he's not behind the wheel of the Crusher, Gary drives a Chevy Z-71 pickup.
p	Gary's worst crash came in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in 1992: "It was a wild ride. I had to walk away from racing for awhile to get myself back together. The truck was totally destroyed."
p	Fortunately for monster truck fans everywhere, Gary recovered from that crash, rebuilt Carolina Crusher, and returned to racing. His words of advice for Monster Truck Madness 2 racers: "Fasten your seatbelt and hold on! This should be the best monster truck ride you'll ever get, unless you join me in the cab of the real Carolina Crusher. Good luck!"
h	Carolina Crusher Fast Facts
r	Owner and Driver	Gary Porter
r	Hometown	Wadesboro, North Carolina
r	Vehicle Body	1995 Chevy
r	Personal Vehicle	Chevy Z-71 Pickup
r	Engine	557 c.i. Rodeck engine
r	Transmission	Turbo 400 Neal Chance Racing Converters
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	26-inch nitrogen
r	Suspension	4-link
r	Axles	Rockwells 106
r	Height	11 feet, 4 inches
r	Width	12 feet, 3 inches
r	Weight	10,000 pounds
r	Sponsors	Big A Auto Parts, Porter's 4 x 4 Center, Valco Cincinnati Racing
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p	This view automatically switches among a variety of exciting race views from the perspective of the current truck.
t	133	t_2J90ZKF.htm	Monster Truck Safety Rules
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h	Monster Truck Safety Rules
p	The Monster Truck Racing Association (MTRA), the governing body of the professional monster truck tour, enforces stringent safety rules to ensure the safety of all participants in a monster truck event, from the drivers and their crews to the thousands of fans who flock to fairgrounds and stadiums all over North America to catch monster truck action.
p	The most important safety requirements include:
r	·	Remote Ignition Interrupt System (RII). All MTRA-certified monster trucks must be equipped with an RII, which, when activated, shuts off power to the electric fuel pumps and ignition system.
p	For official MTRA-sanctioned racing events, each truck has an observer who controls the RII from a safe vantage point with an unobstructed view of the truck. The MTRA recommends that "a vehicle must be killed if it veers off the track, even if just slightly." If you go to monster truck events or see them on TV, you know that the RII system on each truck is tested immediately before the start of each racing heat. When a monster truck's engine suddenly goes silent just minutes before a racing heat, you know the RII is being tested.
r	·	In-cab kill switch. All MTRA-certified monster trucks must have an in-cab kill switch located within easy reach of the driver. The switch shuts off all power to the electric fuel pumps and the ignition system. The in-cab kill switch provides built-in redundancy with the RII. If one system fails, there is a backup. A driver must demonstrate the ability to activate the kill switch with eyes closed and while belted into the seat.
p	Other safety requirements include an onboard fire retardant system, firewalls, and stringent requirements for driver clothing, including eye protection, neck collars, helmets with helmet restraints, and fire-retardant safety suits.
p	The MTRA enforces these rules in order to protect the lives and safety of the drivers, their crews, and their fans.
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p	A dashboard gauge that displays the number of rpms (revolutions per minute) your truck's engine is producing. When you're driving a monster truck with manual transmission, the optimal time to shift is when the tachometer indicates that the engine is revving to 6500 rpms. Beyond 6500 rpms, you aren't using your engine efficiently.
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t	146	t_2YE8ZEW.htm	Driving with a Gamepad
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h	Driving with a Gamepad
p	Depending on whether you drive with an automatic or manual transmission, the gamepad controls are slightly different.
h	To choose either automatic or manual transmission
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To drive with automatic transmission, under Driving Assistance, click Auto Shift.
p	–Or–
p	To drive with manual transmission, clear Auto Shift.
r	3	Click OK.
h	Gamepad Driving Controls (Automatic Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push forward
r	Brake	Push back
r	Reverse gear*	Push back: Once the truck has made a complete stop, it shifts into reverse.
r	Turn right	Push right
r	Turn left	Push left
h	Gamepad Driving Controls (Manual Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push forward
r	Brake	Push back
r	Upshift	Press Button 1
r	Downshift	Press Button 2
r	Reverse gear*	Press Button 1 or 2 until reverse is engaged, and then push forward to accelerate in reverse.
r	Turn right	Push right
r	Turn left	Push left
p	* A note about reverse gear: If you have Auto Brake & Throttle (Game option) enabled, you will not be able to put your truck in reverse. If you get into a situation that you can't get out of, press H to call the helicopter. It will put you back on track. For information on how to turn off Auto Brake & Throttle, see 0286Driving Cheats.
p	Related Topics
t	147	t_2Z0N_XM.htm	Removing Monster Truck Madness from Your Computer
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h	Removing Monster Truck Madness 2 from Your Computer
p	If you ever need to remove Monster Truck Madness 2 from your computer, you can use the Microsoft Windows® 95 Add/Remove Programs wizard.
h	To remove Monster Truck Madness 2 from your computer
r	1	Close Monster Manual, and quit Monster Truck Madness.
r	2	Click the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
r	3	Double-click Add/Remove Programs.
r	4	In the software list, click Microsoft Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	5	Click Add/Remove.
p	The Monster Truck Madness Setup dialog box is displayed.
r	6	Click Remove All.
r	7	Click Yes.
r	8	When the uninstall is complete, restart Windows 95.
p	Related Topics
t	148	t_2ZR36H5.htm	Saving a Race for Later Play
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h	Saving a Race for Later Play
p	If you need to quit Monster Truck Madness 2 before you're finished with a race, you can save the race so that you can return to it whenever you want; in a day, a month, or even a year. You can also share saved races with other Monster Truck Madness 2 players.
h	To save a race for later play
r	1	On the Race menu, click Save Race.
r	2	In the File Name box, type a name for the race.
r	3	Click Save.
p	MTM is the default file name extension for all saved Monster Truck Madness 2 races.
p	IMPORTANT: You can use a maximum of 256 characters for the combined file name and path. If you exceed 256 characters, your race will not be saved, although no warning message is displayed.
h	To restart a race you previously saved
r	1	On the Race menu, click Open Saved Race.
r	2	Click the race file that you want to open.
r	3	Click Open.
r	4	Click Resume Race.
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p	Drag the slider to the left if you’re racing on a track with long straightaways and fast turns, where you can keep your truck speed at a maximum almost all the time and not worry about acceleration.
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p	A term used to describe the behavior of a truck while cornering. A truck with understeer has the unfortunate tendency to want to go straight in a corner. Understeer can also be caused by giving the truck too much gas as you approach a turn. The challenge of understeer is finding the perfect balance between high speed and controlled cornering.
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p	From the Driver Check-in screen, you can also access the Races, Garage, and Multiplayer screens.
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t	160	t_3FP__5H.htm	Adjusting the Amount of Force You Can Feel with Your Force Feedback Controller
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h	Adjusting the Amount of Force You Can Feel with Your Force Feedback Controller
p	If you are using a Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback Pro joystick or other force feedback-enabled gaming device, you can adjust the amount of force you feel in your force feedback controller when you are playing Monster Truck Madness 2.
h	To adjust the amount of force you can feel with your force feedback controller
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls, confirm that the appropriate controller is selected in the Primary Driving Control list, and then click Customize Controller.
r	2	Confirm that the Force Feedback check box is selected, and then drag the Crash Force control to adjust the amount of force you feel. NOTE: If you set the control to 100 percent, you will feel every slight bump and dip in the road as you race. Also, you may have experiment to find the perfect settings for your force feedback style.
r	3	When you are finished, click OK to exit the dialog box.
p	Related Topics
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t	170	t_3X3LZF4.htm	Grave Digger
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h	Grave Digger
p	"Anything but first is dead last."
p	With a birthplace called Kill Devil Hills (North Carolina) and a paint job that can chill the heart of even the toughest competitor, it's no surprise that Grave Digger's slogan is: "Burying the competition since 1981…."
p	Grave Digger driver, Dennis Anderson's most memorable monster moment came in 1986 in St. Paul, Minnesota when he beat 0033BIGFOOT on television. He loves the thrills and chills of competition, especially when it comes to racing against Gary Porter who drives 0128Carolina Crusher.
h	How Did Grave Digger Get Its Name?
p	In 1981, when Dennis Anderson was creating a "monster" from dead and discarded vehicle parts to compete in a Kill Devil Hills mud-bog contest, the other competitors laughed in his face, boasting that their new big-buck trucks would kick his butt.
p	The legend of Grave Digger was born in Dennis's response to his opponents: "I'll take this old junk, and dig your grave," a promise he and Grave Digger have been keeping since 1981.
h	Grave Digger Gets a Facelift
p	In 1985, Dennis made a fateful appointment with Fred Bumann, an artist and auto painter who took 18 hours to create Grave Digger's now-famous paint job, complete with green flamework.
p	In 1988, after several successful seasons racing on the MTRA tour, Dennis recognized that Grave Digger's all-steel body and heavy suspension were a handicap. With the emphasis for monster trucks moving from crushing capability to speed, Grave Digger needed a redesign to stay competitive.
p	After Dennis worked closely with a specialty fiberglass manufacturer, Grave Digger was reborn with a light-weight all-fiberglass body patterned after a 1950 Chevrolet panel van. Its unmistakable sinister paint job and new, lighter body make Grave Digger the ultimate modern day monster.
h	Of Course Grave Digger Has a Fan Club…
p	Dennis Anderson's distinctive monster truck is one of the best known and best loved on the monster truck tour.
p	Grave Digger has a fan club.
p	To join the Grave Digger Fan Club, write:
p	Grave Digger 4 x 4, Inc.
p	P.O. Box 250
p	Poplar Branch, NC 27965
p	USA
p	1-800-4 DGR FANS
h	…And a Web Site
p	http://www.gravedigger.com/
h	Grave Digger Fast Facts
r	Owners	Dennis and Julie Anderson
r	Driver	Dennis Anderson
r	Hometown	Poplar Branch, North Carolina
r	Vehicle Body	1950 Chevrolet Panel Wagon with a fiberglass body
r	Frame	Custom Cro-moly tube steel frame
r	Engine	540 c.i. Chevrolet Bow-tie
r	Horsepower	Approximately 1500 h.p.
r	Transmission	Lenco 2-speed with Bruno set-up
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Steve Kombs Custom Shocks
r	Axles	Rockwell 106 custom
r	Height	11 feet
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,000 pounds
r	Sponsors	Autometer, Creative Glass, Crower, Citgo, DuPont, Goodyear, Hooker Headers, Racer Components, Inc., TCI Automotive, Trailmaster Suspension, Russell
t	171	t_3Z0_ZZD.htm	Joining a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
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h	Joining a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
p	To join a race in Internet play, you need an Internet account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as MSN™, The Microsoft Network online service. You can join one or up to seven other players in Internet play.
p	IMPORTANT: If you connect to the Internet via a modem, the faster the modem, the better. Monster Truck Madness 2 requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 kbps modem. However, even with a 28.8 kbps modem, you may experience degraded performance in the game in Internet play.
p	When you join a race, you must establish a connection to your host's computer via the Internet and an IP address. Before beginning the following procedure, you and your host should work out in advance, how you will find out the host's IP address.
p	When your host connects to an ISP, the ISP assigns an IP address for that session. Finding your host's assigned IP address may require some ingenuity and resolve on your part. When you connect to an ISP via modem, your phone line is tied up. If you and your host are each fortunate enough to have second phone lines, no problem! Otherwise, you need to find another way. Some possible solutions are chat areas provided by your ISP and e-mail. For more tips, you might try going to a multiplayer gaming chat group and asking for help there.
p	Also, keep in mind that you have the option of leaving the IP Address blank, and letting Monster Truck Madness find and display the names of currently available sessions.
h	To join a race or Rumble via an Internet Connection
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Join.
r	4	In the Select The Network Protocol list, click Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay.
r	5	In the Locate Session dialog box, type your host's IP address or leave the box blank to search for currently available Internet sessions, and then click OK.
r	6	In the Select A Session To Join list, click the session you want to join, and then click OK.
r	7	Set the following options: current player, driver and car, skill level, and driving aids. Note: During a multiplayer game, you can exchange comments on the race, words of encouragement, or even discuss the current track conditions with your opponents. On the Multiplayer screen, type your message in the Message box, and then click Send to send your message. Use the Send To box to specify whether you want to send your message to a specific player or to all players in the game.
r	8	Click Ready. It's race time! When you click Ready, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays your name and player information on the Multiplayer screen under Player Information. When the host clicks Ready, the race begins. Note: If the host isn't ready to begin the race, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Not Ready button instead of the Ready button.
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t	176	t_43PJAM.htm	Instant Replay: Reliving the Races!
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h	Instant Replay: Reliving the Races!
p	You can save video clips of your best—and worst—monster truck moments.
p	As you're racing, Monster Truck Madness 2 automatically records the race action for all the participating trucks. Depending on the available memory on your computer, as much as the last 30 seconds of racing action is stored at a time. You can replay your own racing performance or those of any of your competitors.
p	So, when something unforgettable happens on the track, save the recording right away! If you wait too long, you may lose the chance to see and save the video proof of your performance.
h	To review instant replay action during a race
r	1	While you are racing, press P to pause the race.
r	2	Click Instant Replay.
r	3	To rewind or fast-forward the tape, or to play it in slow motion, use the VCR-like controls.
p	Right-Click Tip: To find out more about a camera angle or VCR control, place the mouse pointer over the control and click the right mouse button.
r	4	For a different perspective on the action, in the Camera list, select a new position for the camera.
r	5	To see the race action from another truck's perspective, select a truck in the Truck list.
r	6	Experiment with different camera angle views by clicking the controls under Camera Angles.
p	The zoom in, zoom out, rotate left and right, rotate up and down camera angle controls are not available if you select the Cockpit, Race Cam, or Blimp camera options.
r	7	When you are finished, click Continue.
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p	Once you're connected, click this button when you're ready to disconnect from the current multiplayer session.
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t	179	t_4ADX3HU.htm	Turning Music and Sound Effects On or Off
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h	Turning Music and Sound Effects On or Off
p	In addition to adjusting the volume of music and sound effects, you can also turn them off entirely.
h	To turn music and/or sound effects on or off
r	1	On the Options menu, click Sound.
r	2	To turn music or sound effects off entirely, click Mute, or press CTRL+M.
p	-Or-
p	To turn music or sound effects back on, clear the Mute checkbox, or press CTRL+M again.
p	Related Topics
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p	The small light perched on the tachometer in cockpit view. The shift indicator lights up when the engine revs to 6500 rpms, signaling you to change gears when you're driving with manual transmission.
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p	The tires on this farm equipment look surprisingly familiar to monster truck racing fans. Ever see a tractor peel out?
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p	For information on driving controls, click a topic.
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p	Driving with the Keyboard
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p	Driving with a Joystick
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p	Driving with a Gamepad
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p	Driving with Race Car Controls
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p	Universal Keyboard Game Controls
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t	190	t_4UYWSN.htm	Configuring a CH Products Pro Throttle
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h	Configuring a CH Products Pro Throttle
p	If you are using a CH Products Pro Throttle pedals/controller with Monster Truck Madness 2, acceleration and braking are assigned to the same pedal unless you calibrate the controller by following the steps below.
p	Important: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears that may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
h	To configure a CH Products Pro Throttle controller
r	1	Set the switch on the controller to "plane." The switch can be found on the top of the controller between the two pedals.
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r	2	Click to display the Game Controllers dialog box.
r	3	Click Add.
r	4	In the Controllers list, click ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2 without adapter.
r	5	Click OK.
r	6	Start Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	7	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	8	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick/Steering Wheel.
r	9	To customize your CH Products Pro settings, click Customize Controller.
r	10	Click the Swap Pedals check box.
r	11	When you are finished making changes, click OK.
p	Related Topics
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t	193	t_57B2HX.htm	Saving an Instant Replay File
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h	Saving an Instant Replay File
p	Monster Truck Madness 2 automatically records all the race action. But, only as much as the last 30 seconds of racing action is stored at a time. So, it's a good idea to pause the race and save that memorable monster truck moment quickly, before it's gone forever!
h	To save an instant replay file for later viewing
r	1	As soon as you've done something you want to save, press P to pause the race.
r	2	Click Instant Replay.
p	Monster Truck Madness displays the Instant Replay screen.
r	3	Click Save.
r	4	In the File Name box, type a name for the instant replay file. You can include spaces and punctuation.
p	IMPORTANT: Limit the total number of characters used for the file name, including path, to less than 200 characters. Otherwise, the file may not be saved.
p	Instant replay files use the three-character extension .RPL. You don't need to type the filename extension.
r	5	Click Save.
p	The file is saved and you return to the Instant Replay screen.
p	Related Topics
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t	195	t_59HE_9J.htm	Configuring a ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2
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h	Configuring a ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2
p	If you are using a ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2 wheel and pedals/race car controller unit, follow the steps below to ensure that it is installed and configured properly for use with Monster Truck Madness 2. Make sure Monster Truck Madness 2 is not running when you start this procedure.
p	Important: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears that may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
h	To configure a ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2 controller
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r	1	Click to display the Game Controllers dialog box.
r	2	Click Add.
r	3	In the Controllers list, click ThrustMaster Formula T1/T2.
r	4	Click OK.
r	5	To calibrate your T1/T2, click Properties. IMPORTANT: DO NOT select the Rudder/Pedals checkbox.
r	6	Click Calibrate, and then follow the directions on your screen.
r	7	When you're finished calibrating, click OK.
r	8	Start Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	9	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	10	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick/Steering Wheel.
r	11	To customize your T1/T2 settings, click Customize Controller.
r	12	When you are finished making changes, click OK.
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p	In multiplayer racing, the host controls who participates, assigns the skill level of all participants, and what kind of race everyone competes in.
t	198	t_5IR8_4.htm	Universal Keyboard Game Controls
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h	Universal Keyboard Game Controls
p	These universal controls are available no matter what type of driving control you use—joystick, gamepad, whatever. Print this topic and use it as a handy reference.
p	For information on how to drive your truck with your preferred driving controls, see 0290Driving with the Keyboard, 0289Driving with a Joystick, 0146Driving with a Gamepad, or 0270Driving with Race Car Controls.
r	In cockpit view, to look…	On the numeric keypad, press and hold down…
r	To your left	INSERT
r	To your right	DELETE
r	Behind you	PLUS SIGN (+)
r	To…	On the keyboard, press…
r	Call the helicopter	H
r	Have the helicopter	H again drop you in your current location
r	Display or hide	MINUS SIGN (-) on the
r	the rear view mirror	numeric keypad
r	Display or hide the	F
p	directional finder
r	Display or hide the	TAB once
p	overlay map
r	Display truck and position	TAB twice
p	labels on overlay map
r	Hide truck and position	TAB three times
p	labels on overlay map
r	Display or hide truck and	N
p	driver labels in any view
r	Display or hide the	O
p	pit board
r	Display or hide the	D
p	dashboard
r	Honk your horn	SPACEBAR
r	Mute sounds	CTRL+M
r	Switch between full-screen	F4
p	and windowed modes
r	To switch views…	On the keyboard, press…
r	Between views	V
p	of current truck
r	To another truck	K
r	To your truck's	CTRL+1
p	cockpit view
r	To point the camera in an external view…	Press…
r	Left	INSERT on the numeric keypad
r	Right	DELETE on the numeric keypad
r	Up	PLUS SIGN (+) on the numeric keypad
r	Down	MINUS SIGN (-) on the numeric keypad
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p	The official monster truck racing scoring system used by the Monster Truck Racing Association (MTRA).
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p	The small rectangle in the lower center of your screen in all racing views that displays the truck's current gear position. The indicator actually displays "PRN123" (which isn't as easy to pronounce as "PRNDL"). "P" stands for Park, "R" stands for Reverse, "N" stands for Neutral, and "1," "2," and "3" stand for each of the three forward gears. "PRNDL" is a term used by gearheads and driving instructors to describe the indicator.
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t	204	t_5ORWTP.htm	If Your Steering Control is Too Sensitive
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h	If Your Steering Control is Too Sensitive
p	If you are having difficulty controlling your truck because your driving control's steering response seems too sensitive, you can adjust its sensitivity.
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	Under Steering Response, drag the slider to the right to make the steering response less sensitive.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Test the new setting in a race. You may need to experiment to find the perfect steering response setting for your steering control and your driving style.
p	Related Topics
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p	Winhelp did not find the file MONSTER.CNT. This file may be missing or damaged.
p	Run setup again to restore this file.
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p	BIGFOOT 5: No wonder they call it "Giant Among Giants"!
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t	209	t_66WI_2.htm	Joining a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
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h	Joining a Race or Rumble Via a LAN Connection
p	If you have a LAN, you can either use the IPX or the TCP/IP connection protocol to join a race. The connection protocol you should use depends on which protocols are installed on your machine.
p	You can join one or up to seven other players in a race that takes place via a LAN connection.
p	Important: When joining a race via a LAN connection, it is a good idea to plan ahead. Call one another. Agree on who is hosting, what connection protocol to use, and what the name of the game session will be. It's also a good idea to give the host a little head start to set up the game.
h	To join a multiplayer race or Rumble via a LAN connection
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Join.
r	4	In the Select The Network Protocol list, click IPX Connection For DirectPlay. Note: If you have TCP/IP protocols loaded for use over your LAN, you can also connect via Internet TCP/IP Connection for DirectPlay.
r	5	In the Select A Session To Join list, click the name of the game session you want to join, and then click OK.
r	6	Set the following options: truck, garage settings, skill level, and driving aids. Note: During a multiplayer game, you can exchange comments on the race, words of encouragement, or even discuss the current track conditions with your opponents. On the Multiplayer screen, type your message in the Message box, and then click Send to send your message. Use the Send To box to specify whether you want to send your message to a specific player or to all players in the game. Or, press T while you are racing to display the New Chat dialog box. If you have a microphone and speakers attached to your computer, you can also exchange verbal messages with your opponents. Press R to activate the CB radio.
r	7	Click Ready. It's race time! When you click Ready, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays your name and player information on the Multiplayer screen under Player Information. When the host clicks Ready, the race begins. Note: If the host isn't ready to begin the race, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Not Ready button instead of the Ready button.
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t	217	t_7DG8_H.htm	BIGFOOT at the Movies
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h	BIGFOOT at the Movies
p	BIGFOOT is more than just a monster truck; it's also a monster movie star!
p	Since 1979, when BIGFOOT 1 made its movie debut in the classic film, Take This Job and Shove It, BIGFOOT trucks have filled the silver screen with dramatic entrances, car-crushing close-ups, and spectacular stunts. They may not always get the girl, but monster trucks in the movies usually manage to steal the scene and leave the bad guys in the dust!
p	Here are some gems from BIGFOOT's celluloid history:
r	·	BIGFOOT 2 drives over a Porsche 928 in the 1984 film, Cannonball Run II.
r	·	BIGFOOT 3 guns its engines in the 1985 movie, Police Academy 2.
r	·	BIGFOOT 6 struts across the screen in Police Academy 6.
r	·	BIGFOOT 7 was custom-built specifically for use in the Patrick Swayze/Sam Elliott film, Roadhouse. In one crucial scene, which cost a half a million dollars to stage and was filmed with seven cameras, BIGFOOT 7 roars through a new car showroom, annihilating four new cars on its way. BIGFOOT driver, Jim Kramer, a true professional, nailed the scene on his first attempt, a move the producers and directors appreciated highly.
r	·	Kurt Russell and BIGFOOT 7 paired up a year later, in 1989, for the film, Tango and Cash.
p	The next time you head down to your video store looking for a "monster" movie, skip Frankenstein and the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and check out one of the films mentioned above. Movies and monster trucks; what a great combination!
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t	220	t_7PBTJB.htm	Snake Bite
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h	Snake Bite
p	With its smoking fangs and distinctive snake eye lights, Snake Bite is one of the most intimidating trucks on the monster truck tour.
p	Sky Hartley has taken over driving Snake Bite from Colt Cobra, the mysterious masked man who used to pilot this truck.
p	Like his predecessor, Colt Cobra, Sky's favorite opponent is 0033BIGFOOT. How did Snake Bite get its name? Sky's response: "The Snake inflicts a deadly bite, especially on the 'FOOT'!"
p	Sky thinks that monster truck racing is popular with young people because it involves the whole family. He advises them, "Stay in school and learn what you can, because out here racing you'll need all the knowledge you can get."
p	Words of advice to Monster Truck Madness 2 drivers: "Drive your own race. Concentrate and don't be afraid to push it to the limit and beyond."
h	Snake Bite Fast Facts
r	Driver	Sky Hartley
r	Hometown	Nobleboro, Maine
r	Vehicle Body	Custom Fiberglass pickup body, fabricated by GTS Fiberglass, with Snakeskin automotive paint
r	Chassis	Custom Snakesteel frame with a Cobra racing seat
r	Engine	572 c.i. Battlesnake Ford engine with 871 Viperod blower, A.S.P. fuel injection, Sidewinder ignition, Mr. Slither gaskets, Big Boa air and oil filters
r	Transmission	Snake-A-Zoid "Snakeamatic" automatic transmission with Hiss shifter, Torque-tongued converter, Python "Death Bite" transfer case with quick change gears
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	11 feet, 9 inches
r	Weight	10,000 pounds
r	Tires	Hissteria "Super Slither" flotation tires, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Suspension	SNAKE MASTER racing shocks, Rattleflex springs
r	Axles	Custom-designed by Race-Nake
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p	To come off the starting line quickly in a drag race, resulting in a good reaction starting time.
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t	230	t_8L4_AQ.htm	Nitemare
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h	Nitemare
p	Competing against this 5-ton terror could be a lot worse than just a bad dream. Nitemare not only leaves its rivals in the dust, it leaves them trembling on the track.
p	Owner/driver Andy Hoffman participated in truck and tractor pulling events for over ten years before he began racing monster trucks in 1994.
p	Andy thinks that the speed and height his truck achieves in outdoor monster truck racing is an absolute dream. He's happiest when he's going head-to-head against 0060Overkill.
p	Andy's worst monster truck nightmare came true in Madison, Wisconsin when he had his first rollover.
p	Speaking of nightmares, the truck got its name in the early 80's while it was being worked on in the shop. Someone exclaimed, "This is a nightmare!" and the rest, as they say, is history.
p	Andy acknowledges that it takes a lot of money, a working knowledge of physics, and a very understanding spouse to get into this sport. He gives monster truck racing a great deal of his time and energy. He can see why the younger folks like to watch the monster trucks, "They do in real life what children have done with their Matchbox cars for years….Run over stuff!"
p	Andy says if players want to give their competition a nightmare they may never wake up from, they should definitely be driving Nitemare while playing Monster Truck Madness 2. With a devilish grin he advises, "Get into it quick, don't let up and never look back."
h	Nitemare Fast Facts
r	Owner/Driver	Andy Hoffman
r	Hometown	Huntington, Indiana
r	Vehicle Body	1995 Dodge Ram
r	Engine	557 c.i. Chrysler Hemi
r	Transmission	Lenco
r	Tires	Goodyear
r	Shocks	Custom
r	Suspension	Custom
r	Axles	Pettibone
r	Height	11 feet, 4 inches
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,040 pounds
r	Sponsors	Lunati, Superwinch, Lund, Sherwin Williams, Cook's Body Shop, Russ Moore Transmission
t	231	t_8R_NLU.htm	Joining a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
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h	Joining a Race or Rumble Via a One-to-One Modem Connection
p	When you join a race via a one-to-one modem connection, the host selects the type of race, while you select a driver name and which truck you want to drive.
p	Monster Truck Madness 2 requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 Kbps modem for all participants.
p	Important: To join, you dial up the host computer. It is a good idea to plan ahead. Call one another and agree on who is hosting and give the host a little head start to set up the game.
h	To join a race or Rumble via a one-to-one modem connection
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Join.
r	4	In the Select The Network Protocol list, click Modem Connection for DirectPlay. Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Modem Connection dialog box.
r	5	In the Phone Number box, type the telephone number of the computer that is hosting the race, and then click Connect. Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Modem Status dialog box. When the modem connection is established, the host's game is displayed in the Select A Session To Join list.
r	6	In the Select A Session To Join list, click the host's game, and then click OK.
r	7	Set the following options: truck, garage settings, skill level, and driving aids.
r	8	Click Ready; you're ready to race! When you click Ready, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays your name and player information on the Multiplayer screen under Player Information. When the host clicks Ready, the race begins. Note: If the host isn't ready to begin the race, Monster Truck Madness 2 displays the Not Ready button instead of the Ready button.
p	Related Topics
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t	237	t_90FDN6.htm	Bear Foot
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h	Bear Foot
p	The three-time USHRA (United States Hot Rod Association) Monster Truck Racing Champion, Bear Foot, has made its mark on the monster truck world in unusual ways. The truck made an appearance on the "Knight Rider" TV series, in ZZ Top's music video "Sleeping Bag" and as the cover model for a popular children's coloring book.
p	Owner Paul Shafer's recent purchase of Bear Foot makes a nice addition to his monster truck collection, which also includes 0251Monster Patrol. Todd Frolik, the driver of Bear Foot, started his career in monster truck racing in 1993 with Freedom Racing in Bakersfield, CA. He originally got involved in racing through mud bogging, and can also add circle track dirt and drag racing to his resume.
p	Todd loves the freestyle racing events. "They can get really wild," he says with a grin. His biggest monster truck achievement came in 1996 when he went head-to-head with Fred Shafer in the finals of the Penda drag race. Todd took the win with a hole-shot (4.67-4.68).
p	The strangest thing that ever happened to Todd while racing a monster truck took place at the Pontiac Silverdome. During one of the runs, his right-rear four bar broke and the truck ended up rolling. "It all happened way too fast!" he says.
p	Todd enjoys the time he spends on the road traveling from place to place almost as much as he enjoys meeting the fans. It is his goal to make each fan's experience meeting him a good one. Todd wants to thank all his fans. He says, "If you get a chance to say hello at a show, please do so!" Even though he gets busy, he tries to take the time to talk with the people who cheer him on.
h	Bear Foot Fast Facts
r	Owner	Paul Shafer
r	Driver	Todd Frolik
r	Driver Hometown	Rice Lake, Wisconsin
r	Vehicle Body	Dodge Ram pickup
r	Frame	Custom-made, tubular
r	Engine	Keith Black Hemi; 1500+ horsepower
r	Suspension	Gas shock
r	Height	11 feet
r	Width	11 feet
r	Transmission	3-speed Lenco transmission w/ Crowler slipper clutch
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	K-S Nitro shocks
r	Axles	ZF Axles
r	Sponsors	Lund Truck Accessories, Goodyear, Valco, Lunati Cams, Dynomax Headers, McLeod Publishing, Auto Meter Guages, M30 Hand Cleaner, Race Against Drugs, Mechanix Gloves, Ramsey Winches, and RCI Components
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t	239	t_97UPYU.htm	Racing Overview
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h	Racing Overview
p	When you're ready to get behind the wheel of your monster truck, you have several choices. You can:
r	·	Race head-to-head against some of the toughest, fastest, meanest, and most muscle-bound trucks on the professional monster truck tour. For details, see 0403Starting a New Race.
r	·	Test your mettle against other upstart racers who are eager to splash around in cyber-mud. For details, see 0360Multiplayer Racing Overview.
p	Whichever way you choose to race, don't forget to keep your hands on the wheel and your pedal to the metal!
p	Related Topics
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t	251	t_APM9I3.htm	Monster Patrol
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h	Monster Patrol
p	When Monster Patrol is on the beat, you know that fast times and tough competition can't be far away.
p	With its distinctive wing spoilers and eye-catching police lights, Monster Patrol is one monster truck that looks as if it could really run you down.
p	Paul Shafer, the owner/driver who started racing Monster Patrol on the professional tour in 1993, is no stranger to motorsports.
p	From a boyhood spent racing slot cars, to stock car racing in his 20's, and mud racing in his 30's, Paul brings a wealth of racing experience to the sport of monster truck racing.
p	How did Monster Patrol get its name? Paul's first mud buggy was named "Mud Patrol," so when it came time to pick a name for his monster truck, "Monster Patrol" seemed like the natural choice.
p	Paul's most memorable monster truck moment: "Monster Patrol's first victory, in Pontiac, Michigan in 1994. It was televised live, and I defeated the reigning world champion, 0237Bear Foot. Even today, Bear Foot is my favorite opponent."
h	Monster Patrol Fast Facts
r	Owner and Driver	Paul Shafer
r	Hometown	Portage, Indiana
r	Vehicle Body	1998 Chevrolet ¾ ton truck
r	Personal Vehicle	1995 Chevrolet ¾ ton pickup truck
r	Engine	575 c.i. Chevrolet engine
r	Transmission	400 Chevrolet Turbo transmission
r	Tires	Goodyear, size 66 x 43
r	Shocks	Steve Combs
r	Suspension	Nitrogen gas shocks (no springs)
r	Axles	ZF Axles
r	Height	12 feet, 8 inches
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,000 pounds
r	Sponsors	Red Baron Truck Washes, Inc., Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets, Van Senus Auto Parts, Mile Marker Wrench, Lund Truck Accessories, McLeod USA Publishing Company, Lance Drive Shaft
t	252	t_AT_L3A.htm	Wildfoot
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h	Wildfoot
p	Since its debut in Las Vegas in 1992, Wildfoot has made its mark in the monster truck record books. In 1993, Wildfoot won the World Championship of Monster Truck Racing in the Special Events Penda Point Series. In the same year, Wildfoot was named MTRA's "Truck of the Year."
p	With its combination of trucks that includes Wildfoot, 0033BIGFOOT, and the 0028Firestone Wilderness truck, Team BIGFOOT has won seven Monster Truck Racing Championships in eight years.
p	In July 1995 in Springfield, Missouri, driver Eric Tack and Wildfoot, then known as BIGFOOT 11, set what was then the world record for long distance monster truck jumping, with a leap of 117 feet, a record that stands to this day.
p	Eric got his start in the motorsports world at the age of 14, competing in motocross and mudracing events. He worked his way up in the BIGFOOT organization after meeting and talking with BIGFOOT drivers and crews.
p	Aside from his record-setting jump, Eric has another favorite monster truck moment: "August 14, 1994, Jannetville, Ontario, Canada—the first time I rolled over. And I walked away unscathed."
p	Eric's words of advice to Monster Truck Madness 2 drivers: "Don't underestimate your competition, and push yourself to the limit!"
h	Wildfoot Fast Facts
r	Owners	Bob and Marilyn Chandler
r	Driver	Eric Tack
r	Driver Hometown	Butler, Pennsylvania
r	Truck Hometown	St. Louis, Missouri
r	Vehicle Body	1996 F250 Fiberglass Ford pickup body, with a Deflecta-Shield cab extender and sunvisor
r	Frame	Complete tubular frame and cage
r	Engine	572 c.i. Ford with a 871 BDS blower, fuel injection, Isky cam, Wiseco pistons, Total Seal piston rings, MSD ignition, K&N air filter, Mr. Gasket gaskets, Parker hydraulic components, RJS fire system, Clevite 77 engine bearings, ARP fasteners, Milodon oil pan, and Racor oil filter
r	Transmission	Ford C-6 with TCI race converter, Alabama Bands, and Hurst shifter, and an aluminum transfer case with quick change gears
r	Tires	Firestone Flotation tires, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Eight Nitrogen-charged Trailmaster shocks
r	Axles	ZF Axles with internal wet brakes and planetaries
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	11 feet, 9 inches
r	Weight	10,000 pounds
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p	BIGFOOT 15 is a great example of a magnificent stage three monster truck. This is the truck you can drive in Monster Truck Madness!
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t	257	t_BIGFOOt5.htm	BIGFOOT 5: Giant Among Giants
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h	BIGFOOT 5: Giant Among Giants
p	One member of the BIGFOOT fleet stands taller than the rest: BIGFOOT 5, also known as the "Giant Among Giants."
p	Built in the summer of 1986, BIGFOOT 5 is the world's tallest, widest, and heaviest pickup truck. With its 10-foot-tall Firestone Alaska Tundra tires, BIGFOOT 5 reaches a height of over 15 feet.
p	It's hard to believe, but, in its dual-wheel configuration, BIGFOOT 5 is even wider than it is tall: It's 20 feet wide, in fact!
p	With all 8 tires and wheels on, BIGFOOT 5 tips the scales at a whopping 38,000-plus pounds, almost four times the weight of the trucks currently competing on the professional monster truck tour.
p	Although it makes occasional exhibition appearances, BIGFOOT 5 spends most of its time on display in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, at the home of BIGFOOT 4 X 4, Inc., where it is a popular photo opportunity.
p	BIGFOOT 5: How'd you like to see that baby coming up fast in your rear view mirror?
t	258	t_BQQE_7.htm	Monster Truck Size Requirements
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h	Monster Truck Size Requirements
p	In order to be certified by the MTRA, a monster truck must weigh a minimum of 10,000 pounds.
p	Although monster trucks look like conventional stock vehicle bodies with humongous tires attached, their appearance is deceiving. Most monster truck bodies are hatched from molded fiberglass, which is supported by a steel frame.
p	This lighter truck body allows more emphasis on building strength and weight into the truck's engine and frame without sacrificing speed and maneuverability.
p	For your added reading pleasure, see the size, weight, and equipment summary sheets for the following trucks: 0237Bear Foot, 0033BIGFOOT 14, 0108Black Stallion 2000, 0102Boogey Van, 0438Bret "The Hitman" Hart, 0392Bulldozer, 0128Carolina Crusher, 0353Executioner, 0028Firestone Wilderness, 0170Grave Digger, 0032"Hollywood" Hogan, 0251Monster Patrol, 0230Nitemare0312,, 0060Overkill, 0326Rampage, 0026Samson, 0220Snake Bite, 0347Stinger, and 0252Wildfoot.
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t	262	t_BYYAEQ.htm	Monster Tires: The Gripping Story
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h	Monster Tires: The Gripping Story
p	Let's face it: Its tires are a monster truck's most significant feature. It's hard not to notice them!
p	If you've ever thought about slapping a couple of monster tires onto your pickup and heading out on the highway, keep in mind that it can be costly: Your average monster truck tire costs $1800 (U.S. dollars)!
p	Most trucks on the professional monster truck tour use Goodyear Terra tires, which are more commonly used as flotation tires on farming equipment. At 66 inches high and 34 inches wide, Terra tires weigh almost one-half ton apiece.
p	BIGFOOT, the original monster truck, uses Firestone Monster Truck Racing Tires (similar to Firestone-patented experimental flotation tires formed from a 23-degree mold), which are custom-manufactured exclusively for BIGFOOT 4 x 4, Inc.
p	Depending on the race surface, some monster truck teams sculpt up to 150 pounds of rubber from the tire tread, essentially creating a custom tire tread cut while reducing the overall weight of both tire and truck.
p	All of this "tire-ing" discussion of treads and tires leads one to ask the question: If a truck with Terra tires is called a "monster truck," why isn't a tractor with Terra tires called a "monster tractor"? Something to think about the next time you cruise through farmland in a rally race!
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p	To shift a monster truck into a lower gear, for example, shifting from third gear to second gear or from first gear to neutral.
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t	267	t_CabvieWS.htm	Looking Around from Within the Cab
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h	Looking Around from Within the Cab
p	While you're in the cab of your monster truck, you can always turn and look out your windows to keep track of the action all around you. When you watch the action from the cab, you are using cockpit view.
p	Use the shortcuts below to look all around you as you're driving in cockpit view. Your view automatically returns to the forward-looking position once you've let go of the key or joystick switch.
r	To look…	On the keyboard, press and hold down…
r	To your left	INSERT
r	To your right	DELETE
r	Behind you	PLUS SIGN (+) on the numeric keypad
r	To look…	On the joystick,
r	To your left	Move the hat switch left
r	To your right	Move the hat switch right
r	Behind you	Move the hat switch down
h	To display or hide the rear view mirror
r	1	If you are not sure you are in cockpit view, press CTRL+1.
r	2	Press the MINUS SIGN (-) on the numeric keypad to display or hide the rear view mirror.
p	Related Topics
t	268	t_CBTips.htm	Tips on using the CB Radio
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h	Tips on using the CB Radio
r	·	Check to make sure that your microphone is working properly. You can use Sound Recorder (a Windows 95 accessory) to test your microphone. Click Start, point to Programs, click Accessories, click Multimedia, and then click Sound Recorder. For information about how to use Sound Recorder, click the Help menu in Sound Recorder.
r	·	Investing in a high-quality microphone may be just the thing you need to make sure your words are crystal clear. The better the microphone, the higher the quality of your voice transmission.
r	·	Experiment to find the "sweet spot" on your microphone. If you position your mouth too far away from the microphone, the recording level will be too low. If you are too close, the recording level will be too low. Experiment using Sound Recorder to determine how to position yourself and your microphone for best results. In general, you'll find that you get the cleanest sound if you position your mouth 4-6 inches from the microphone and speak loudly. Putting your mouth too close to the microphone will make the sound loud and muddy. Use the CB button on the Multiplayer screen to to see how clearly you and your multiplayer opponents are communicating over the CB radio.
p	Related Topics
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t	270	t_CH5_8C.htm	Driving with Race Car Controls
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h	Driving with Steering Wheel & Pedals or Race Car Controls
p	If you are using a steering wheel and pedals race car control unit, you can really put yourself behind the steering wheel and literally put the pedal to the metal. (Check your controller;you may need to get drastic with the plastic!)
p	Depending on whether you drive with an automatic or a manual transmission, the race car controls are slightly different.
h	To choose either automatic or manual transmission
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To drive with automatic transmission, under Driving Assistance, click Auto Shift.
p	–Or–
p	To drive with manual transmission, clear Auto Shift.
r	3	Click OK.
h	Steering Wheel and Pedals Driving Controls (Automatic Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Depress and hold down gas pedal
r	Brake	Push and hold down brake pedal
r	Reverse gear*	Push and hold down the brake pedal: Once the truck has made a complete stop, it shifts into reverse.
r	Dash button 3	Press to honk the horn
r	Dash button 4	Press to yell "Yeehaw!"
h	Formula T1 and T2 Driving Controls (Manual Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Depress and hold down gas pedal
r	Brake	Push and hold down brake pedal
r	Upshift	Move the gear shifter up
r	Downshift	Move the gear shifter down
r	Reverse gear*	Move the gear shifter up until reverse is engaged, and then accelerate in reverse using the gas pedal.
p	* A note about reverse gear: If you have Auto Brake & Throttle (Game option) enabled, you will not be able to put your truck in reverse. If you get into a situation that you can't get out of, press H to call the helicopter. It will put you back on track. For information on how to turn off Auto Brake & Throttle, see 0286Driving Cheats.
p	Related Topics
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t	272	t_Commentary_OnOff.htm	Turning Commentary On or Off
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h	Turning Commentary On or Off
p	While you're competing in any race, you can hear Army Armstrong, the "Voice of Monster Trucks," comment on the race action.
p	If you'd prefer the relative quiet of your truck's roaring engine over the mellifluous sound of Army's voice, you can choose to display his commentary as printed text on the screen.
p	And, if you find the pressure of a master commentator too much to handle, you can silence Army at any time, in both his verbal and text-based forms.
p	Note: If you chose the Compact option when installing Monster Truck Madness 2, Army Armstrong commentary is not available.
h	To turn race commentary on or off
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To turn the text display of commentary on or off, click Show Commentary to select or clear the option.
r	3	To turn Army's voice commentary on or off, click Hear Commentary to select or clear the option.
r	4	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	273	t_ControllerOverview.htm	Configuring Your Controller Overview
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h	Configuring Your Controller Overview
p	When you install Monster Truck Madness 2, your primary driving control is set by default to be the keyboard. If you choose to designate a race car controller (wheel and/or pedals) as your driving control, it is important to make sure that your hardware is configured correctly. This way you're sure to be ready to go when you hit the track.
p	To designate a driving control in Monster Truck Madness 2, see Choosing a Primary Driving ControlDrivingControlsChoosing.
p	Related Topic
t	274	t_ControllerTroubleshooting.htm	Configuring Your Controller Troubleshooting
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h	Configuring Your Controller Troubleshooting
h	If your car handling feels a little twitchy
p	Adjusting the Null Zone setting for your joystick or steering wheel may help your driving experience a little less twitchy. To increase the Null Zone setting and reduce the twitchiness, click Controls on the Options menu, confirm that the controller you want to adjust is selected under Primary Driving Control, and then click Customize Controller. Drag the Null Zone slider control to the right to increase the setting. You may have to experiment to find the perfect settings for your force feedback style.
h	If you're working with multiple game devices
p	When connecting and installing multiple game devices (i.e., a gamepad and a joystick) while playing Monster Truck Madness 2, you may need to exit and restart the game in order to make the control you specified the active one.
h	If you're getting error messages
p	You may see the following message when configuring your controllers: "The selected control type could not be found. The primary controller has been set to keyboard."
p	This message is displayed when there is no controller assigned to controller ID 1. To fix this problem, follow the steps below, and be sure that Monster Truck Madness 2 is not running when you start the procedure.
p	Important: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears that may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
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r	1	Click to display the Game Controllers dialog box.
r	2	Remove all installed game controllers.
r	3	Add the controller you want to use with Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	4	Click OK.
r	5	Click OK again to exit the Game Controllers dialog box.
r	6	Start Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	7	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	8	In the Primary Driving Control list, click the control that you just assigned Controller ID 1 to in Control Panel.
r	9	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
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t	276	t_CustomJoy.htm	Customizing Your Joystick Controls
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h	Customizing Your Joystick or Steering Wheel Controls
p	Customize your joystick or steering wheel control settings to your preference at any time. Or, revert to the original joystick or steering wheel control settings at any time.
h	To customize joystick settings
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick/Steering Wheel.
r	3	Click Customize Controller.
r	4	If you have a joystick with a throttle control, and wish to assign the acceleration function to that throttle control, click Use Throttle Control.
p	NOTE: You will not be able to assign the acceleration function to your joystick's throttle control if you are running Microsoft Windows® NT operating system.
r	5	Click the button that you want to change.
r	6	Click the arrow to display the complete list of game functions you can assign to the joystick control that is listed on the left, and then click the one you want.
r	7	When you are finished making changes, click OK.
h	To revert to the original joystick or steering wheel settings
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick/Steering Wheel.
r	3	Click Customize Controller.
r	4	Click Default.
p	Monster Truck Madness 2 displays a message asking you to confirm that you want to return to the default settings.
r	5	Click Yes.
r	6	Click OK to close the dialog box.
p	Related Topics
t	277	t_CustomKey.htm	Customizing Your Keyboard Controls
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h	Customizing Your Keyboard Controls
p	Customize your keyboard settings to your preference at any time. Or, revert to the original keyboard settings at any time.
h	To customize keyboard settings
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Keyboard.
r	3	Click Customize Keyboard.
r	4	Click the tab that lists the function you want to assign to a new key.
r	5	Click the text box to the right of the listed function, and then press the key you want to assign to that function.
r	6	When you are finished making changes, click OK.
h	To revert to the original keyboard control settings
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	Click Customize Keyboard.
r	3	Click Defaults.
p	Monster Truck Madness 2 displays a message asking you to confirm that you want to return to the default settings.
r	4	Click Yes.
p	Related Topics
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t	279	t_DefaultOpponents.htm	Changing the Number of Default Opponents
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h	Changing the Number of Default Opponents
p	When you set up a race, Monster Truck Madness automatically adds several trucks to the list of competing trucks for you to face at the starting line.
p	You can change the number of default opponents that are automatically assigned. If you like to hand-pick your opponents before every race, you can also set the default number to zero.
p	You can also add and remove opponent trucks from the Selected Trucks list before you start a race. On the Races screen, click Computer Opponents, and then add or remove individual competing trucks.
h	To change the number of default opponents
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	In the Number of Default Opponents box, click the arrows to increase or decrease the number of default opponents.
p	NOTE: You can specify up to a maximum of seven default opponents.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	280	t_Design.htm	Evolution of Monster Truck Design
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h	Evolution of Monster Truck Design
p	Since 1974, when Bob Chandler started creating what would become the first monster truck, monster truck design has evolved dramatically. From his early days of customizing a Ford F250 pickup, which he used for family fun and promotional appearances, to using an AUTOCAD computer program to design today's state-of-the-art monster truck, Bob has been a visionary. His forceful imagination has anticipated and continues to drive the development of a motorsport that captures the heart and imagination of between 9 and 10 million monster truck fans every year.
p	You can trace the evolution of monster truck design through its three developmental stages by following the development of the BIGFOOT family of monster trucks.
p	Related Topics
t	281	t_DirectionalFinder.htm	Using the Directional Finder to Find Your Next Checkpoint
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h	Using the Directional Finder to Find Your Next Checkpoint
p	When you're not certain where your next circuit or rally checkpoint is, use the handy directional finder to point you in the right direction. The directional finder is a reliable "as-the-crow-flies" pointer to the next checkpoint. It also displays the number of your next checkpoint.
p	You can display the directional finder at any time, and if you stray from the track for more than 5 seconds, it automatically appears to point you back to the track.
h	To display or hide the directional finder
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p	Press F.
p	-Or-
p	On the View menu, click Directional Finder.
t	282	t_DirectXfaQ.htm	Frequently Asked Questions about DirectX\'ae
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h	Frequently Asked Questions about DirectX®
p	Below are the answers to questions frequently asked about DirectX.
h	Q. What is Microsoft DirectX?
p	A. DirectX is a Windows system component that improves access to hardware.
h	Q. What components make up Microsoft DirectX?
p	A. DirectX components include Direct 3D®, DirectDraw®, DirectInput®, DirectPlay®, and DirectSound®. DirectDraw and DirectSound components replace current Windows 95 and DirectX 3.0 display and sound drivers with DirectX 5.0 drivers.
h	Q. How do I obtain Microsoft DirectX?
p	A. Setup installs DirectX on your computer when you install Monster Truck Madness 2, and all the DirectX 5.2. setup files are included on the game's CD-ROM disk.
h	Q. What is DirectDraw?
p	A. DirectDraw allows direct access of video display memory, hardware blitters, hardware overlays, and page flipping. DirectDraw provides this functionality while maintaining compatibility with existing Windows 95-based programs and device drivers. Essentially, DirectDraw is a memory manager for video memory. Using DirectDraw, a program can easily manipulate video memory, taking full advantage of the blitting and color decompression capabilities of different types of video hardware without becoming dependent on a particular piece of hardware.
h	Q. What is DirectInput?
p	A. The Microsoft DirectInput application programming interface (API) provides fast and consistent access to analog and digital joysticks. The DirectInput API maintains consistency with the joystick APIs of the Microsoft Win32 Software Development Kit (SDK), but has improved responsiveness and reliability by changing the device driver model. DirectInput device drivers also use the registry to store settings for standard joysticks, calibration information for previously configured joysticks, and settings for OEM-supplied joysticks.
h	Q. What is DirectPlay?
p	A. The Microsoft DirectPlay application programming interface (API) for Windows 95 is a software interface that simplifies game access to communication services. DirectPlay provides a way for games to communicate with each other that is independent of the underlying transport, protocol, or online service.
h	Q. What is DirectSound?
p	A. The Microsoft DirectSound application programming interface (API) is the audio component of the Microsoft Windows 95 Game SDK that provides low-latency mixing, hardware acceleration, and direct access to the sound device. DirectSound provides this functionality while maintaining compatibility with existing Windows 95-based programs and device drivers.
h	Q. What do I do if I have problems with the DirectX drivers that replace my Windows 95 video and sound drivers?
p	A. If you experience problems with the DirectX video or sound drivers, you can remove them by running DXSETUP.EXE. You can find DXSETUP.EXE on the Monster Truck Madness 2 CD-ROM in the DirectX folder.
h	To run DXSETUP.EXE
r	1	Insert your Monster Truck Madness 2 CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
r	2	Open Windows Explorer, and then select your CD-ROM drive.
r	3	Double-click the DirectX folder.
r	4	Double-click the file DXSETUP.EXE to run DirectX® Setup.
p	NOTE: After you run DXSETUP.EXE, some DirectX files remain in the Windows\System folder. These files do not affect the Windows 95 video or sound drivers. To remove these files, restart your computer in MS-DOS mode and remove the following files from the Windows\System folder:
p	DSOUND.*
p	DDRAW.*
p	D3D*.*
p	DDHELP.EXE
p	DPLAY.DLL
p	DPSERIAL.DLL
p	DPWSOCK.DLL
p	Related Topics
t	283	t_DirectXNotes.htm	Microsoft DirectX\'ae Notes & Troubleshooting
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h	Microsoft DirectX® Notes
p	DirectX is a Windows system component that improves access to hardware. Monster Truck Madness 2 requires DirectX, version 5.2 or later. Setup installs DirectX on your computer when you install Monster Truck Madness 2.
h	Getting Updated DirectX 5.2 Drivers from Manufacturers
p	Contact your video card manufacturer and follow the manufacturer's instructions to get the latest driver. These drivers are often available on the manufacturer's World Wide Web site or from a bulletin board (BBS). The driver is usually available as a PKZip (ZIP) file or a self-extracting executable (EXE) file.
p	If the manufacturer of your video card includes specific instructions for installing the driver, follow them. Otherwise, unzip the files into a temporary subdirectory on your hard disk or onto a floppy disk. Then follow these instructions:
r	1	Open the Display Properties dialog box by right-clicking on the Windows desktop and then clicking Properties on the popup menu.
r	2	In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab.
r	3	Click Change Display Type.
r	4	In the Advanced Display Properties dialog box, click the Adapter tab.
r	5	Click Change.
r	6	In the Select Device dialog box, click Have Disk.
r	7	If you have the latest video driver from your video card manufacturer on a disk or CD-ROM, select the appropriate drive and click OK. Otherwise, click Browse. Go to the temporary subdirectory you created for the video card files and open the DISPLAY.INF file.
r	8	In the Select Device dialog box, choose the driver that matches your video card and then click OK.
r	9	Click OK as many times as necessary to accept the changes.
r	10	To restart your computer, click Yes in the System Settings Change dialog box.
p	Related Topics
t	284	t_DisplayingDashboard.htm	Displaying Dashboard Instruments and the Steering Wheel
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h	Displaying Dashboard Instruments and the Steering Wheel
p	When you're driving in cockpit view, you can display the major dashboard instruments, including the tachometer, speedometer, and the steering wheel, or you can remove them from view. The dashboard is displayed by default when you start a race, but you can hide it at any time.
p	In all external views, you can display a speedometer and tachometer overlay, if you wish.
h	Tips
r	·	When you're driving by using the keyboard, you may find it handy to display the steering wheel, because it gives you visual feedback on the direction your truck is turning.
r	·	In cockpit view or any external view, the tachometer and speedometer are especially useful if you're driving a truck that has manual shifting, because they provide feedback on when to shift.
h	To display or hide dashboard instruments and the steering wheel in cockpit view
r	1	If you are not sure you are in cockpit view, press CTRL+1.
r	2	To display or hide the dashboard instruments and the steering wheel, press D.
h	To display or hide the speedometer and tachometer overlay in any external view
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p	To display or hide the overlay, press D.
p	Related Topics
t	285	t_DLWESJ.htm	
t	286	t_DrivingCheats.htm	Driving Cheats
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h	Driving Cheats
p	Monster Truck Madness offers several "cheats" you can use to get a leg up on your competitors during a race. The cheats include Auto Shift, Auto Brake, and Auto Brake & Throttle.
h	To turn on driving cheats
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
p	Right-click Tip: To find out more about an option, place the mouse pointer over the option and click the right mouse button.
r	2	Under Driving Assistance, in the Brake & Throttle list, click the driving cheat you want.
p	NOTE: If you click Auto Brake & Throttle, you will not be able to put your truck in reverse. If you get into a situation that you can't get out of, press H to call the helicopter. It will put you back on track.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	287	t_Drivingcontrolschoosing.htm	Choosing a Primary Driving Control
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h	Choosing a Primary Driving Control
p	When you install Monster Truck Madness, it is assumed that you want to drive by using the keyboard, but you can specify a different driving control at any time.
h	To specify a primary driving control
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	In the Primary Driving Control list, click the driving control you want (and the one for which you own the hardware!).
r	3	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	288	t_DrivingControlsOverview.htm	Driving Controls Overview
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h	Driving Controls Overview
p	You can control your monster truck using a keyboard, joystick, gamepad, or racing car controls.
p	Depending on whether you drive with an automatic or a manual transmission, the driving controls are slightly different.
p	For details on using those controls, see 0290Driving with the Keyboard, 0289Driving with a Joystick, 0146Driving with a Gamepad, or 0270Driving with Race Car Controls.
p	For details on how to designate a joystick, a gamepad, or race car controls as your driving control, see 0287Choosing a Primary Driving Control.
p	If you don't like the default driving control settings for keyboard, gamepad, or race car controls, you can customize them to suit your preferences. For more information, click Related Topics below.
p	Related Topics
t	289	t_DrivingJoy.htm	Driving with a Joystick
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h	Driving with a Joystick
p	Depending on whether you drive with an automatic or manual transmission, or if you are using your joystick's throttle control, the joystick controls are slightly different. See 0276Customizing Your Joystick Controls for information on assigning the acceleration function to your joystick's throttle control.
h	To choose either automatic or manual transmission
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To drive with automatic transmission, under Driving Assistance, click Auto Shift.
p	–Or–
p	To drive with manual transmission, clear Auto Shift.
r	3	Click OK.
h	Joystick Driving Controls (Automatic Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push forward
r	Brake	Pull back
r	Reverse gear*	Pull back. Once your truck has come to a complete stop, reverse is automatically engaged.
r	Turn right	Push right
r	Turn left	Push left
h	Joystick Driving Controls with Joystick Throttle Enabled (Automatic Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push throttle forward
r	Brake	Pull throttle back
r	Reverse gear*	Pull back on throttle. Once your truck has come to a complete stop, reverse is automatically engaged.
r	Turn right	Push joystick to the right
r	Turn left	Push joystick to the left
p	NOTE: You will not be able to assign the acceleration function to your joystick's throttle control, if you are running Microsoft Windows® NT operating system.
h	Joystick Driving Controls (Manual Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push forward
r	Brake	Pull back
r	Upshift	Press Button 1
r	Downshift	Press Button 2
r	Reverse gear*	Press Button 1 or 2 until reverse is engaged (check the PRNDL gear indicator to confirm you're in reverse), and then push the joystick forward to accelerate in reverse.
r	Turn right	Push right
r	Turn left	Push left
h	Joystick Driving Controls with joystick throttle enabled (Manual Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Push the throttle forward
r	Brake	Pull the throttle back
r	Upshift	Press Button 1
r	Downshift	Press Button 2
r	Reverse gear*	Press Button 1 or 2 until reverse is engaged (check the PRNDL gear indicator to confirm you're in reverse), and then push the throttle forward to accelerate in reverse.
r	Turn right	Push the joystick right
r	Turn left	Push the joystick left
p	* A note about reverse gear: If you have Auto Brake & Throttle (Game option) enabled, you will not be able to put your truck in reverse. If you get into a situation that you can't get out of, press H to call the helicopter. It will put you back on track. For information on how to turn off Auto Brake & Throttle, see 0286Driving Cheats.
p	Related Topics
t	290	t_DrivingKey.htm	Driving with the Keyboard
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h	Driving with the Keyboard
p	Depending on whether you drive with an automatic or manual transmission, the keyboard controls are slightly different.
h	To choose either automatic or manual transmission
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To drive with automatic transmission, under Driving Assistance, click Auto Shift.
p	–Or–
p	To drive with manual transmission, clear Auto Shift.
r	3	Click OK.
h	Keyboard Driving Controls (Automatic Transmission)
r	Accelerate	Hold down the UP ARROW key
r	Brake	Hold down the DOWN ARROW key
r	Reverse gear*	Hold down the DOWN ARROW key: Once the truck has made a complete stop, it shifts into reverse (check the PRNDL gear indicator to confirm you're in reverse).
r	Turn right	Hold down the RIGHT ARROW key
r	Turn left	Hold down the LEFT ARROW key
h	Keyboard Driving Controls (Manual transmission)
r	Accelerate	Hold down the UP ARROW key (or 8 on the numeric keypad)
r	Brake	Hold down the DOWN ARROW key (or 2 on the numeric keypad)
r	Upshift	Press A
r	Downshift	Press Z
r	Reverse gear*	Press A or Z until reverse is engaged (check the PRNDL gear indicator to confirm you're in reverse), and then hold down the UP ARROW key to accelerate in reverse.
r	Turn right	Hold down the RIGHT ARROW key (or 6 on the numeric keypad)
r	Turn left	Hold down the LEFT ARROW key (or 4 on the numeric keypad)
p	* A note about reverse gear: If you have Auto Brake & Throttle (Game option) enabled, you will not be able to put your truck in reverse. If you get into a situation that you can't get out of, press H to call the helicopter. It will put you back on track. For information on how to turn off Auto Brake & Throttle, see 0286Driving Cheats.
p	Related Topics
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t	294	t_EA6NX1.htm	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
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h	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via an Internet Connection
p	To host a race in Internet play, you need an Internet account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as MSN™, The Microsoft Network online service. You can host up to a maximum of seven other participants in Internet play.
p	When setting up a race via an Internet connection, the game will run best if you limit the total number of participants to four or less. If you want to race with more players, all participants should connect via the same ISP, such as MSN, or have an ISDN or T1 connection to the Internet.
p	IMPORTANT: If you connect to the Internet via a modem, the faster the modem, the better. Monster Truck Madness requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 kbps modem. However, even with a 28.8 kbps modem, you may experience degraded performance in the game in Internet play.
p	When you host a race, the player(s) joining you must establish a connection to your computer via the Internet and an IP address. (If you don't know your IP address, see 0311Finding Out Your IP Address.) Make sure your opponent(s) know you will be the host, and agree that you will get a few moments head start to begin setting up the game.
p	When you connect to an ISP, you are assigned an IP address for that session. Finding a way to tell your opponent(s) what your IP address is may require some ingenuity and resolve on your part. When you connect to an ISP via modem, your phone line is tied up. If you and your opponents are each fortunate enough to have second phone lines, no problem! Call them up, tell them your IP address. Otherwise, you need to find another way. Some possible solutions are to go to chat areas provided by your ISP, or to send e-mail. For more tips, you might try going to a multiplayer gaming chat group and asking for help there.
p	Also, keep in mind that players attempting to join a multiplayer session have the option of leaving the IP Address blank, and letting Monster Truck Madness find and display the names of currently available sessions.
h	To host a race or Rumble via an Internet Connection
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Host.
r	4	In the Give Your Session A Name list, type a descriptive name for the racing session.
r	5	In the Select A Network Protocol list, click Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay, and then click OK. Under Player Information, your name is displayed with the (Host) designation next to it. Note: You may have to wait while your opponent(s) establish connection(s). You can add up to seven players.
r	6	Set the following options for the multiplayer session: track and race length, or Summit Rumble and session duration. For yourself, set the following options: current player, truck, skill level, and garage options.
r	7	When your opponents' names are displayed in the Player list, click Ready and let the race begin! When the host clicks Ready, the race begins.
p	Related Topics
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p	For play over a LAN, click IPX Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For one-to-one play via a modem connection, click Modem Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For play via an Internet connection, click Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay.
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p	For play between two machines connected with a serial cable, click Serial Connection For DirectPlay.
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t	297	t_ELSY_O.htm	Calibrating Your Joystick, Gamepad, or Race Car Controls
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h	Calibrating Your Joystick, Gamepad, or Race Car Controls
p	You can calibrate, or tune your joystick, gamepad, or race car controls precisely, without leaving Monster Truck Madness 2.
p	IMPORTANT: If you have not yet installed your joystick, gamepad, or race car controls, run the Add New Hardware wizard. To start the wizard, click the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click Add New Hardware, and follow the instructions on the screen.
h	To calibrate your joystick or gamepad
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick, Gamepad, or the race car control you use.
r	3	Click Calibrate, and then follow the instructions on your screen.
r	4	To accept the recalibration and close the Joystick Properties dialog box, click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	298	t_Emergency.htm	Calling the Rescue Helicopter
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h	Calling the Rescue Helicopter
p	When you have one of those "I've-fallen-and-I-can't-get-up" kind of racing days or you've strayed too far from the course and need help finding your way back, you can count on the helicopter to come to your rescue. When you call it by pressing H, the helicopter hooks onto your truck, rights it, and then drops you back on the track in the approximate location where you left it.
p	Once the helicopter has picked you up, you also have the option of pressing H again to have the helicopter drop you in your current location.
h	To call the helicopter for emergency assistance
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p	Once you're lost or stuck, press H to call the helicopter.
p	The helicopter hooks onto your truck, rights it, and then drops you back on the track. To have the helicopter drop you in your current location after it's picked you up, press H again.
p	Related Topic
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t	300	t_ExternalViews.htm	External Racing Views Described
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h	External Racing Views Described
p	Cockpit view isn't the only way to see a race. Keep track of the trucks and all the action by using several external racing views. Once you switch to an external view, pan the camera to look at the action from every possible angle.
p	It's easy to cycle quickly through the external views to find the perspective you want. You can even switch to a competing truck and cycle through the external views from that truck's point of view.
p	The external views are described in the paragraphs that follow.
p	Chase near view and chase far view. Both chase views give you an elevated view of your truck as it races. Chase near view (press CTRL+2) offers a closer-in perspective. Chase far view (press CTRL+3) places you farther back. Use these views to keep tabs on opponents who are nearby.
p	Goodyear blimp view. This view (press CTRL+4) places you above your truck. Use this strategic view to check out your race position and to keep track of opponents in the general area.
p	Automatic race camera view. You never know what you might find when you choose this view (press CTRL+5)! Automatic race camera view captures the hottest racing action from those great camera angles you know and love from televised motorsport racing.
p	Related Topics
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t	302	t_F0PCQ6.htm	
p	To shift a monster truck into a higher gear, for example, shifting from first gear to second gear.
t	303	t_F6JIIF.htm	
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h	Miscellaneous Tips for Making the Game Run Faster
r	·	Limit the number of computer trucks you race against. On the Options menu, click Game, and then, under Computer Opponents, click the arrows to change the total number of computer trucks participating in a race.
r	·	Quit all other open applications before starting Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	·	If you are in cockpit view with the rear view mirror displayed, hide the rear view mirror by pressing MINUS SIGN (-) on the numeric keypad or moving the hat switch up on a joystick.
r	·	For faster modem-to-modem or Internet gameplay via modem, upgrade your modem to a 56.6 kbps (or faster) modem.
r	·	When setting up a race via an Internet connection, experiment with the total number of participants competing in a race or Rumble. The game may run faster when there are fewer participants. Also, for best performance, all participants should connect via the same Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as MSN™, The Microsoft Network online service, or have an ISDN or T1 connection to the Internet.
r	·	Play music in mono rather than stereo. On the Options menu, click Sound. In the Speaker Setup list, click Mono.
r	·	Turn off all sound effects and music. Press CTRL+M.
r	·	Set the image quality to low. On the Options menu, click Graphics. In the Image Quality list, click Low (Faster).
r	·	Set the graphics resolution to 320 x 400 or 320 x 200. On the Options menu, click Graphics. In the Simulation Resolution list, click one of the resolution options above.
p	Related Topics
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t	306	t_F9Q00V.htm	
t	307	t_Fan_Demo.htm	Monster Truck Fan Demographics
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h	Monster Truck Fan Demographics
p	If the monster truck show ever comes to your hometown, be sure to call ahead for tickets; monster truck shows attract huge audiences, and you may have to fight your way through the crowds to get to the ticket office. Between 9 and 10 million spectators attend live monster truck shows in North America each year.
p	According to independent research, the live monster truck show spectator can be categorized as follows.
h	Monster Truck Fans and the Vehicles They Drive
p	Not surprisingly, 68 percent of surveyed monster truck show spectators drive some form of a truck, either a pickup, a sport utility vehicle, or a van.
p	A whopping 82 percent of monster truck fans perform at least some do-it-yourself repairs on their vehicles. Seventy-nine percent of them aren't fooling around; they even own power tools (and, no, duct tape doesn't count!).
h	Age and Gender Breakdown
p	Adults 18 and up: 61 percent of all fans; 59 percent in this category are male, 60 percent married
p	Adult age range: 29 percent are between 18 and 24
p	39 percent are between 25 and 34
p	31 percent are between 35 and 54
p	Teens 13-17: 13 percent, of which 73 percent are male, 27 percent female
p	Children 2-12: 26 percent, of which 63 percent are male, 37 percent female
h	Television Viewing and Spectating Habits
p	Many monster truck fans who attend live shows know what they're in for because they've seen it on TV. Seventy nine percent of those surveyed indicated that they watch similar events on television.
p	Seventy three percent also attend one or more similar events each year, including monster truck racing, pulling, and mud racing. Eighty one percent attend another motorsport event at least once a year.
h	Consumption Habits
p	In one poll, 81 percent of monster truck fans responded that they drink beer, an average of 5.9 cans per week, in fact.
p	Their liquid intake is not limited to beer, however. They also consume an average of 11.34 soft drinks per week.
p	Some of those sodas may be consumed with fast-food meals. Monster truck fans visit fast food restaurants an average of 3.9 times per week.
p	They may also be buying sodas at the nearest convenience store. Monster truck fans shop at convenience stores an average of 5.6 times per week.
h	Household Income
p	The average household income for monster truck spectators is $39,000, with 54 percent reporting dual income households, 29 percent reporting single income households, and 17 percent reporting triple income households.
p	Sixty percent of those polled identify themselves as blue collar workers, while 37 percent check the white collar box.
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t	311	t_G1OKBQ.htm	Finding Out Your IP Address
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h	Finding Out Your IP Address
p	The most important thing to remember when hosting a race via an Internet connection is that, before you start, you need to supply the people you want to race against with your Internet Protocol (IP) address, which they must use to connect to your computer. Before you host a race, communicate your IP address to your opponents. Call them on the telephone, send them some email, or post a message in a chat forum.
p	It is also important to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as MSN™, The Microsoft Network online service, before starting the following procedure. Otherwise, your IP address may not be displayed.
p	Also, keep in mind that players attempting to join a multiplayer session have the option of leaving the IP Address blank, and letting Monster Truck Madness find and display the names of currently available sessions.IMPORTANT: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears which may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
h	To determine your computer's IP address
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r	1	Click to display the IP Configuration dialog box.
p	The IP address for your computer is listed in the IP Address box.
r	2	Make a note of the IP address.
r	3	Click OK.
r	4	Communicate your IP address to the people you want to race against.
p	When you connect to an ISP, you are assigned an IP address for that session. Finding a way to tell your opponent(s) what your IP address is may require some ingenuity and resolve on your part. When you connect to an ISP via modem, your phone line is tied up. If you and your opponents are each fortunate enough to have second phone lines, no problem! Call them up, tell them your IP address. Otherwise, you need to find another way. Some possible solutions are chat areas provided by your ISP and e-mail. For more tips, you might try going to a multiplayer gaming chat group and asking for help there.
p	Related Topics
t	312	t_G4__7Y.htm	The Outsiders
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h	The Outsiders
p	Upon catching a glimpse of this blood-soaked, skeletal ghoul, you may discover new meaning for the phrase "bad to the bone." Like its wrestler counterparts, Scott Hall and Kevin Nash, The Outsiders WrestleTruck is one of the brashest, boldest, ruthless monsters in town.
p	The Outsiders WrestleTruck, created in 1995, originally ran as the Dungeon of Doom truck. It competed against 0032"Hollywood" Hogan in the first-ever Monster Truck Sumo Wrestling. Even though it lost that match, there are no hard feelings. Hollywood Hogan has since crossed over to join the New World Order, and his truck crossed, too. Now, "Hollywood" Hogan and The Outsiders are teammates in domination and destruction!
p	There are two finisher moves that The Outsiders monster truck has picked up from tag team wrestlers, Hall and Nash. Hall's notorious move is the Outsider's Edge, which has prevailed many times. And what does Nash use to finish them off? Appropriately, the Truckstop Powerbomb!
p	If you're not driving The Outsiders truck in Monster Truck Madness 2, you'd better be careful. Just like Hall and Nash, there is nothing The Outsiders monster truck likes more than to wreak havoc in a bout and battle on until the final victory is won.
h	The Outsiders Fast Facts
r	Owner	New World Order
r	Vehicle Body	Not of This Earth
r	Engine	666 c.i. Big Bone V-8, 1600 Horsepower
r	Transmission	Technotooth Hi-torque automatic
r	Tires	Super Bug Stompers, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Hall & Nash "In-Yer-Face" charged shocks
r	Suspension	Mr. Softee
r	Axles	Bonefoot Brand
r	Height	10 feet, 10 inches
r	Width	11 feet, 8 inches
r	Weight	11,420 pounds
r	Sponsors	NWO 4ever
t	313	t_garageoptions.htm	Tweaking Your Truck in the Garage
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h	Tweaking Your Truck in the Garage
p	You can make adjustments and refinements to your truck's tires, suspension, and transfer gear ratios to optimize your truck's performance in a variety of racing situations.
p	Tire cuts offer different advantages in terms of rolling resistance and traction.
p	Suspension affects your truck's performance on curves and when jumping or crossing ditches or when holding your ground in a Summit Rumble.
p	Transfer gear ratios affect whether your truck can gain speed faster with a slower top speed, or has a greater top speed with less acceleration capability.
h	To change your truck's tires, suspension, or transfer gear ratios
p	IMPORTANT: You cannot make changes in the Garage during a race. You must quit the race before you can head to the Garage.
r	1	On the Monster Truck Madness opening screen, click Driver Check-in.
r	2	In the Select Truck list, click the truck that you want to drive.
r	3	Click Garage.
r	4	Click the tire, suspension, and transfer gear ratio settings you want.
p	Right-click Tip: To find out more about an option, place the mouse pointer over the option and click the right mouse button.
r	5	When you are ready to leave the garage, click another button on the navigation bar, or click Go to start racing.
p	Related Topics
t	314	t_GHXFB_.htm	
p	A game cheat that applies the brakes for you so that you can gun it more aggressively and not worry about applying the brakes correctly. This cheat works best when you're driving with automatic transmission. When you sign in as a rookie in Monster Truck Madness, Auto Brake is automatically enabled, but you can turn it on or off regardless of the skill level you assign yourself.
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t	322	t_HallofFame.htm	Hall of Fame: Viewing High Scores
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h	Hall of Fame: Viewing High Scores
p	Go to the Hall of Fame to gloat (or weep) over the chronicle of your past performances.
p	The Hall of Fame displays the top 20 performances for circuits, rallies, and Summit Rumbles. The Hall of Fame identifies the truck you drove when you won, as well as the skill level you raced under.
h	To view high scores in the Hall of Fame
r	1	On the Race menu, click Hall of Fame.
r	2	In the Tracks list, click the name of the track for which you want to see Hall of Fame information.
r	3	When you are finished, click Continue.
p	Related Topics
t	323	t_Headlights.htm	Turning Headlights On and Off
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h	Turning Headlights On and Off
p	You can turn your truck's headlights on and off while you are racing, which can be especially useful when you have specified a specific weather or night-time time-of-day condition for a track.
p	If you are using a 3D accelerator card or other hardware-based video display adapter, you can also turn headlights on and off for all competing trucks in a race.
h	To turn your truck's headlights on or off while you're racing
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p	Press L.
h	To turn headlights on or off for all participating trucks
p	NOTE: You must be using a 3D hardware accelerator card or other hardware-based video display adapter in order to turn on headlights for all participating trucks.
r	1	On the Options menu, click Graphics.
r	2	In the Graphics Renderer list, click the appropriate setting for your 3D hardware accelerator card or other hardware-based video display adapter.
r	3	Click the Hardware Options button.
r	4	Click Headlights.
r	5	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	324	t_History.htm	Great Moments in Monster Truck History
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h	Great Moments in Monster Truck History
p	Since the first marriage of truck and giant tires in 1974, the sport of monster truck racing has grown by leaps and bounds, surpassing even the wildest hopes and dreams of monster truck pioneers such as BIGFOOT creator Bob Chandler.
p	Let's take a moment to reflect and look back on some memorable moments in monster truck history
h	The First Car Crush
p	BIGFOOT 1, the Original Monster Truck®, built in 1974, was originally created as a promotional vehicle for Bob and Marilyn Chandler's 4-wheel drive business. Its popularity grew quickly, and promoters began to take notice.
p	In 1981, in a suburban St. Louis cornfield, Bob and his crew conducted an experiment with BIGFOOT 1 that would change the world of giant trucks forever.
h	The First Public Car Crush
p	Once the giggles and exclamations of amazement died down, Bob and the others who witnessed the first car crush in that St. Louis knew they were onto something.
p	BIGFOOT crushed cars in public for the first time in April, 1982. Thousands of spectators in Jefferson City, Missouri (April, 1982) watched electrified as BIGFOOT crumpled cars, smashed windshields, and made its memorable mark on the world of motorsports.
h	Racing a Paddlewheel Steamboat
p	As BIGFOOT's popularity and notoriety increased, the BIGFOOT team found other innovative ways to showcase their truck's unique driving capabilities.
p	In 1985, BIGFOOT raced head-to-head against a paddlewheel steamboat on the Chattahoochie River in Columbus, Georgia.
h	Record-breaking Jumps!
p	In July, 1995 (Springfield, Missouri), BIGFOOT 11 (also known as Wildfoot) set what was at the time an all-time distance record for a jump. Driver Eric Tack jumped 117 feet over crush cars and dirt.
p	On March 7, 1998, in Mesa, Arizona, BIGFOOT 14 and driver Dan Runte set a new world record for an outdoor, long-distance jump, jumping 141 feet, 10 inches. Who knows how long this record will last?
p	If the first 20 years are any indication, monster trucks will continue to make memorable moves as they thunder their way into the 21st century. Crushing cars, racing riverboats, flying through the air: What's going to happen next?
t	325	t_HostZone.htm	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
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h	Hosting a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
p	If you want to host a multiplayer session on the Internet Gaming Zone, Monster Truck Madness 2 must not be running when you connect to the Internet Gaming Zone.
p	Important: If you connect to the Internet via a modem, the faster the modem, the better. Monster Truck Madness 2 requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 Kbps modem for all participants.
p	When you host a race, set the following options for the multiplayer session: track and number of laps (or duration of session for Summit Rumbles) and weather. For yourself, set the following options: truck, garage settings, skill level, and driving aids.
h	To host a race or Rumble via the Internet Gaming Zone
p	Important: Because you must quit Monster Truck Madness 2 to complete this procedure, print this topic before starting the procedure.
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Internet Gaming Zone. A message explains that to participate in a multiplayer game on the Internet Gaming Zone, you must first quit Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	4	Click OK to quit Monster Truck Madness 2. Your Internet browser starts, and connects to the Internet Gaming Zone (http://www.zone.com/).
r	5	In the Sign In dialog box, type your Internet Gaming Zone member name and password, and then click OK. Note: If you don't already have an Internet Gaming Zone account, follow the instructions on the screen to set up your account and download the software you need to race on the Zone. The Monster Truck Madness 2 site on the Internet Gaming Zone is displayed.
r	6	Click the ZoneMatch gaming room that you want. The gaming room is displayed. All the games are visible, and you can see a list of all players in the room on the right of the screen. Note: You can send a message to any player in the ZoneMatch gaming room. Just use the chat window at the bottom of the screen. You may need to maximize the Internet Explorer window and/or scroll down to see the chat window. You can send messages challenging other racers to test their mettle and join your game.
r	7	Click the game you want, and click Host. The Enter Game Name dialog box is displayed.
r	8	In the Game Name box, type the name of your race.
r	9	In the Maximum Players (2-4) box, type the number of players you want in your game.
r	10	When you're ready to hit the track, click PLAY! Note: When you're hosting a game, your name is listed with the (Host) designation next to it. As other players join the game, their names are listed, as well. Once the race is started, the names are not longer visible; you can't join a race in progress. You can, however, send a chat message to a player in a game that's in progress; just click Zone Message on the left-hand side of the screen.
t	326	t_HPLLIM.htm	Rampage
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h	Rampage
p	When you see Rampage sitting next to you at the starting line, you know it's going to be a fast and furious race to the finish line. True to it's name, Rampage is one raging monster truck.
p	Owner/driver Richard Patterson is new to the monster truck circuit, but he's not new to racing. He has raced just about everything that has wheels. He loves big, 4X4 trucks, and couldn't wait to get into his own monster truck.
p	Richard loves monster truck racing because "it's big, wild and exciting!" He says that the best moment for him was the first time he ever sat in the seat of his own monster truck. He knew he was in for the ride of his life.
p	When he's not on a "rampage" with his monster truck, Richard drives a 1976 GMC 4X4. His words of advice to Monster Truck Madness 2 players: "Enjoy yourself and make that 0033BIGFOOT truck look at YOUR tailgate!"
h	Rampage Fast Facts
r	Owners	Richard and Shirley Patterson
r	Driver	Richard Patterson
r	Hometown	Madisonville, Kentucky
r	Vehicle Body	1997 Dodge Ram
r	Engine	572 c.i. Keith Black Hemi
r	Transmission	Lenco 3-speed
r	Tires	Goodyear, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	30-inch Nitrogen filled
r	Suspension	Four bar
r	Axles	ZF Axles
r	Height	11 feet
r	Width	11 feet
r	Weight	10,300 pounds
r	Sponsors	Valco Cincinnati, The L'il Computer Shoppe, AutoVent Shade
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t	332	t_IU6Z99.htm	If Your Steering Control is Not Sensitive Enough
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h	If Your Steering Control is Not Sensitive Enough
p	If you are having difficulty controlling your truck because your driving control's steering response is not sensitive enough, you can adjust its sensitivity.
r	1	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	2	Under Steering Response, drag the slider to the left to make your control's steering response more sensitive.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Test the new settings in a race. You may need to experiment to find the perfect steering response setting for your steering control and your driving style.
p	Related Topics
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p	Drag the slider to the right if you’re racing on a track with long straightaways and fast turns, where you can keep your truck speed at a maximum almost all the time and not worry about acceleration.
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t	340	t_JoinZone.htm	Joining a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
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h	Joining a Race or Rumble Via the Internet Gaming Zone
p	If you want to join a multiplayer session on the Internet Gaming Zone, Monster Truck Madness 2 must not be running when you connect to the Internet Gaming Zone.
p	Important: If you connect to the Internet via a modem, the faster the modem, the better. Monster Truck Madness requires, at a minimum, a 28.8 Kbps modem for all participants.
p	When you join a race, set the following options: truck, garage settings, skill level, and driving aids. The host picks the track or Summit Rumble and sets the number of laps or duration.
h	To join a race or Rumble via the Internet Gaming Zone
p	Important: Because you must quit Monster Truck Madness 2 to complete this procedure, print this topic before starting the procedure.
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Multiplayer.
r	2	Click Connect.
r	3	Click Internet Gaming Zone. A message explains that to participate in a multiplayer game on the Internet Gaming Zone, you must first quit Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	4	Click OK to quit Monster Truck Madness 2. Your Internet browser starts, and connects to the Internet Gaming Zone (http://www.zone.com/).
r	5	In the Sign In dialog box, type your Internet Gaming Zone member name and password, and then click OK. Note: If you don't already have an Internet Gaming Zone account, follow the instructions on the screen to set up your account and download the software you need to race on the Zone. The Monster Truck Madness site on the Internet Gaming Zone is displayed.
r	6	Click the ZoneMatch gaming room that you want. The gaming room is displayed. All the games are visible, and you can see a list of all players in the room on the right of the screen.
p	Note: You can send a message to any player in the ZoneMatch gaming room. Just use the chat window at the bottom of the screen. You may need to maximize the Internet Explorer window and/or scroll down to see the chat window. You can chat with other racers about the hottest races on the Zone, make plans to join the same race, or exchange racing tips and tricks.
r	7	Click the game you want, and click Join. Note: The host's name is listed with the (Host) designation next to it. When you join the game, your name is listed, as well. Once the race begins, the names are not longer visible; you can't join a race in progress. You can, however, send a chat message to a player in a game that's in progress; just click Zone Message on the left-hand side of the screen.
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t	342	t_K7NELD.htm	Summit Rumble Tips
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h	Summit Rumble Tips
r	·	Summit Rumbles are "King of the Hill" style multiplayer-only events where you compete against opponents for points based on the amount of time you spend in the ring and the number of times you knocked out of the ring.
r	·	Driving at the rookie level is specifically designed to introduce you to the unique physics model of a 5-ton monster truck. If you signed in as a rookie and you think your truck doesn't have enough get-up-and-go, try signing-in as an intermediate. Or, click Garage on the navigation bar, and then drag the Transfer Gear slider to the left, toward More Speed. Experiment until you find the transfer gear setting that is most compatible with your Summit Rumble style. Keep in mind that a transfer gear setting that works well for circuit and rally races may not be what you're looking for in a Summit Rumble.
r	·	If you need to access the menu bar while you are rumbling and it is not displayed, press F4 to display the menu bar.
r	·	External views are extremely useful for Summit Rumbles because they allow you to keep track of your opponents. You may find you prefer chase near view to cockpit view for Summit Rumbles. Press V to switch between race views for the current truck.
r	·	To switch to a wide-angle, panoramic view of any external game view, press MINUS SIGN (-) on the main keyboard. To turn off panoramic view, press EQUAL SIGN (=).
r	·	To display an overlay map of the Summit Rumble arena, press TAB. Your truck is displayed as a yellow dot, and you can see where you are in relation to your opponents.
r	·	To display the pit board, press O. The pit board gives you details on the time remaining for the Rumble, as well as your and your opponents' scores.
p	Related Topics
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p	The process by which you inch your truck forward slowly to light up the prestage and stage lights and position your truck legally in front of the starting line. To have Monster Truck Madness stage for you, press S.
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t	346	t_L01AP7.htm	Configuring a ThrustMaster Grand Prix 1
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h	Configuring A ThrustMaster Grand Prix 1
p	If you are using a ThrustMaster Grand Prix 1 wheel and pedals/race car controller unit, please note the following: this controller requires a custom setup that is explained in the documentation provided by the manufacturer. Also, older versions of this controller require an adapter: make sure you are using an adapter if the version of the controller you are using requires it.
p	Related Topics
t	347	t_L02SD0.htm	Stinger
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h	Stinger
p	It'll creep up behind you when you're least expecting it, and prick you with a shot of deadly venom. With the body of a scorpion and the face of its wrestler counterpart, Stinger is one of the fiercest monster trucks on the circuit.
p	In February 1998, Sting became the new World Heavyweight Champion having wrestled the crown away from 0032"Hollywood" Hogan. Following in Sting's footsteps, Stinger has also found its way into the record books by placing second in the 1996 Penda Point Series.
p	Stinger has a new look this year to reflect the dark metamorphosis that took place in the wrestler, Sting. Don't worry, Stinger may look fearsome, but this vigilante is actually one of the good guys. Stinger is a member of World Championship Wrestling. Along with 0438Bret "The Hitman" Hart, Stinger does battle against the New World Order.
p	What is Sting's trademark move? It's none other than the ever-effective Scorpion Deathdrop. Don't be surprised if Stinger tries to pull a move like this on it's rival monster trucks.
p	When competing against all the other tough monster trucks out on the track, Stinger says you're gonna need a strike such as the one his potent truck delivers. "Keep your head up, your tail ready, and…," he instructs, "be ready to strike when the time is right!"
h	Stinger Fast Facts
r	Owner	World Championship Wrestling
r	Vehicle Body	1996 Custom Fiberglass Scorpion
r	Engine	572 c.i. ExoSteel V-8, 1570 Horsepower
r	Transmission	Stingerzinger 9000
r	Tires	Sandblaster Flotation, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Podmonsters with 32 inches of travel
r	Suspension	Well-sprung, Inc.
r	Axles	Creepy-Crawlers
r	Height	11 feet
r	Width	11 feet, 7 inches
r	Weight	11,100 pounds
r	Sponsors	WCW
t	348	t_Labels.htm	Displaying Truck and Driver Name Labels
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h	Displaying Truck and Driver Name Labels
p	You can keep track of who is driving the trucks in the pack ahead or behind you by displaying truck and driver name labels. As long as the trucks are in view, you'll see the labels.
h	To display or hide truck and driver name labels
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p	To display or hide the labels, press N.
p	Tip: If the trucks are out of view in a rally or circuit race, you may prefer to display them on an overlay map. For more information, see0127Viewing Truck Positions as You're Racing.
p	Related Topics
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p	An action that shrinks the game window and adds it to the Windows taskbar. To minimize the game, click the small button in the upper-right corner of the screen. The button is labeled with a small dash or hyphen character.
t	350	t_LicensEa.htm	Earning a Class A Monster Truck Driver's License
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h	Earning a Class A Monster Truck Driver's License
p	While earning a Class B Monster Truck Driver's License is an accomplishment to be proud of, it's also kind of like a learner's permit. You can't compete in any Certified Penda Point or Purse Race Series event until you earn a Class A license.
p	The road to a Class A driver's license is paved with the following requirements:
r	·	A Class B driver's license.
r	·	You must execute 10 performances in an MTRA-certified vehicle; At least one Class A driver must witness and sign-off on each performance. The MTRA rules require that you get sign-off from at least three different Class A drivers.
r	·	Once you've completed the 10 performances, the MTRA Board of Directors evaluates your application and decides whether to issue the license or require more testing.
p	Once you've earned your Class A license, it is your duty to watch Class B drivers and evaluate their driving. And, "It would be a good idea to give constructive criticism." (MTRA Official Safety Rules)
p	Related Topic
t	351	t_LicenseB.htm	Earning a Class B Monster Truck Driver's License
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h	Earning a Class B Monster Truck Driver's License
p	Since 1995, the MTRA requires all new monster truck drivers to pass several tests. Passing these tests confirms their competency to drive monster trucks.
p	Earning a Class B Monster Truck Driver's license is the first step new drivers take on their way to earning a Class A Monster Truck Driver's license, which is required when driving in a Certified Penda Point or Purse Race Series event.
p	To earn a Class B Monster Truck Driver's license, you must complete a prescribed driving test in an MTRA-certified vehicle and in the presence of three different MTRA Class A drivers. The driving test includes the following:
r	·	Cab familiarity test. You are asked to identify key switches, buttons, and dials in the cab, with an emphasis on safety and emergency features.
r	·	Vehicle stopping, starting, and turning demonstration. You must complete these basic maneuvers.
r	·	Driving over cars several times at different speeds. You must drive over cars and show that you can control the vehicle as it completes classic monster truck moves.
p	Once you've completed your driving test, Class A drivers who observed you must endorse your performance by signing your application, which you must then send to the MTRA Board of Directors for approval.
p	Related Topic
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t	353	t_M49SZE.htm	Executioner
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h	Executioner
p	Be careful out there, Executioner is delivering the blows! Mark Hall and Executioner have done an extraordinary job besieging the competition in this sport. In 1996, Mark and Executioner captured the honor of being named "Team of the Year," "Truck of the Year," and "Driver of the Year"—and he's just getting started.
p	Mark and Tim Hall, of Hall Brothers Racing, Inc., used to have four-wheel-drive street trucks, which they loved to race. From there, it was just a natural progression into the sport of monster truck racing.
p	Mark has been racing monster trucks since 1988. One of the things he likes best about the sport is meeting new people and being around the other racers. He also enjoys the venues he visits around the world. Mark perceives that monster truck racing has grown more sophisticated since he started in the sport—and more expensive! "Our first truck cost less than some of our engines do now," he says. In looking ahead, he predicts that the trucks will become safer and more durable.
p	Mark believes that people enjoy monster truck racing because they like to watch them tear things up. He says that anyone who's ever been stuck in traffic can relate! If you want to become involved in the sport, he suggests that you join the MTRA as an associate member. And to the kids, he advises, "Stay in school. You wouldn't believe all the chemistry, physics, math, and good communication skills you need to do this!"
h	Executioner Fast Facts
r	Owner	Hall Brothers Racing, Inc.
r	Driver	Mark Hall
r	Driver Hometown	Rantoul, Illinois
r	Truck Hometown	Champaign, Illinois
r	Vehicle Body	1998 GMC
r	Engine	572 Merlin Pontiac
r	Height	10 feet
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	9,500 pounds
r	Transmission	3-speed Lenco Racing transmission
r	Tires	Goodyear, size 66 inches
r	Shocks	K-S Nitro shocks
r	Axles	F-106 Rockwell Centers, Clark planetaries
r	Sponsors	Lund Truck Accessories, Competition Cams, Champion Spark Plugs, Fel-Pro Gaskets, Ramsey Winch, Spies hecker, Valco Cincinnati, VP Racing Fuels, Optima Batteries, HPC Coating, M30 Hand Cleaner, G&G Machine Shop, Consolidated Communications Directories
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t	356	t_MiscTips.htm	Miscellaneous Tips for Making the Game Run Faster
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h	Miscellaneous Tips for Making the Game Run Faster
r	·	Limit the number of computer trucks you race against. On the Options menu, click Game, and then, under Computer Opponents, click the arrows to change the total number of computer trucks participating in a race.
r	·	Quit all other open applications before starting Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	·	If you are in cockpit view with the rear view mirror displayed, hide the rear view mirror by pressing MINUS SIGN (-) on the numeric keypad or moving the hat switch up on a joystick.
r	·	For faster modem-to-modem or Internet gameplay via modem, upgrade your modem to a 56.6 kbps (or faster) modem.
r	·	When setting up a race via an Internet connection, experiment with the total number of participantscompeting in a race or Rumble. The game may run faster if there are fewer participants. Also, for best performance, all participants should connect via the same Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as MSN™, The Microsoft Network online service, or have an ISDN or T1 connection to the Internet.
r	·	Turn off music. On the Options menu, click Sound, and then clear the Play Pre-Race Music and Play CD Tracks check boxes.
r	·	Play music in mono rather than stereo. On the Options menu, click Sound. In the Speaker Setup list, click Mono.
r	·	Turn off all sound effects and music. Press CTRL+M.
r	·	Set the image quality to low. On the Options menu, click Graphics. In the Image Quality list, click Low (Faster).
r	·	Set the graphics resolution to 320 x 400 or 320 x 200. On the Options menu, click Graphics. In the Simulation Resolution list, click one of the resolution options above.
p	Related Topics
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t	359	t_MoviesOnOff.htm	Turning Race Movies On or Off
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h	Turning Race Movies On or Off
p	Whenever you start Monster Truck Madness 2, the opening movie gives you a heart-stopping glimpse into the fast-flying, pavement-pounding action of monster trucks. If this doesn't get your adrenaline pumping, you're probably already dead!
p	After you complete any racing or Summit Rumble event, you also get a high-volume, visual reward for your efforts.
p	If you're more interested in getting straight to the racing action, you can turn off the opening movie. And, if the thrill of victory without video enhancement is all you need, you can turn off the victory videos as well.
h	To turn race movies on or off
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To turn the introductory movie on or off, click the View Intro Movie checkbox to select or clear the option.
r	3	To turn the victory videos on or off, click the View Clip Scenes check box to select or clear the option.
r	4	Click OK.
t	360	t_MultiplayerRacingOverview.htm	Multiplayer Racing Overview
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h	Multiplayer Racing Overview
p	You can race rallies, circuits, and Summit Rumbles against other players over a Local Area Network (LAN) connection, via a modem connection, or an Internet connection.
p	Summit Rumbles are "King of the Hill" style multiplayer-only events where you compete against opponents for points based on the amount of time you spend in the ring and the number of opponents you knock out of the ring.
p	When you play over a LAN, you can compete with up to seven other players.
p	When you connect via a one-to-one modem connection, two people on two different computers can race head-to-head.
p	When you race players over the Internet (for most people, their Internet connection is via modem), you can compete with up to seven other players, depending on the type and speed of your connections. Internet play can be accomplished by using a matchmaker service, such as the Internet Gaming Zone (www.zone.com) or by players sharing their IP addresses to make direct connections via the Internet to each other's computers.
p	You can either host or join a race. When you host a racing event, you control who participates and what type of race you compete in.
p	Several things to keep in mind about multiplayer racing:
r	·	Once the race is started, there's no going back! You cannot pause the game or fire up the Monster Manual.
r	·	If a player quits while a race is in-progress or otherwise disconnects his or her computer, or the modem connection drops out, the computer takes over control of that exiting player's truck. If the host quits while a race is in-progress or otherwise disconnects his or her computer, another participant becomes the host..
p	Related Topics
t	361	t_MutingSound.htm	Muting All Sounds
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h	Muting All Sounds
p	Rather than turning music, sound effects, and commentary off one by one, you can mute all of the game's sounds simultaneously.
h	To mute the sound
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p	On the Options menu, click Mute Sound.
p	-Or-
p	Press CTRL+M.
p	To return the sound to its previous level, repeat the process.
p	Related Topics
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t	365	t_nosound.htm	If You Don't Hear Any Sound
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h	If You Don't Hear Any Sound
r	·	You may have all game sounds turned off. Click the Options menu. If the Mute Sound command is checked, click it to enable sounds.
r	·	You may need to increase the volume. On the Options menu, click Sound. Drag the sound effects and music sliders to the right.
r	·	Make sure your speakers or headphones are connected properly.
r	·	The volume may be turned down on your speakers or headphones.
r	·	You may not have the latest sound driver available. Contact the manufacturer of your sound card to obtain the latest sound driver.
p	Related Topics
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p	A type of drag track that features a straightaway followed by a tight turn before you hit the crush car ramps and the finish line.
t	367	t_O28DGW.htm	Turning Automatic Attract Mode On or Off
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h	Turning Automatic Attract/Demo Mode On or Off
p	When Automatic Attract/Demo Mode is enabled and the game is on, something wild happens when you stop working on your computer: Monster Truck Madness 2 displays a lively selection of race demos and video clips to tempt you back to the computer and back on the track!
p	You can turn off automatic attract/demo mode at any time.
h	To turn automatic attract mode on or off
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	To turn automatic attract mode on or off, click the Demo Mode check box to select or clear the option.
r	3	Click OK.
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t	372	t_PitBoard.htm	Reading the Pit Board
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h	Reading the Pit Board in Circuits and Rallies
p	You can display the pit board at any time while you are competing in a rally or circuit race. The pit board provides feedback for the current truck.
h	To display or hide the pit board
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p	Press O.
h	The Circuit and Rally Pit Board
r	Indicator	Feedback for Current Truck
r	Lap	Indicates the time elapsed during the last completed lap.
r	Best	Indicates the best lap time for this race.
r	Clock	Indicates the elapsed time for the race.
r	Place	Indicates the race position as of the last checkpoint.
r	Back or Lead	Indicates the amount of time behind the lead or ahead of the competition.
r	Place #/#	Indicates your current position in relation to the total number of trucks competing
r	Lap #/#	Indicates the current lap and the total number of laps in the race.
t	373	t_PK6_OC.htm	
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t	374	t_PL__D8.htm	
t	375	t_Playinginstantreplay.htm	Playing a Previously Saved Instant Replay File
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h	Playing a Previously Saved Instant Replay File
p	If you've saved a particularly juicy video clip or traded Monster Truck Madness instant replay files with friends, you can replay them at any time.
h	To play a previously saved instant replay file
r	1	On the View menu, click Instant Replay.
r	2	Click Open.
r	3	Double-click the instant replay file. Instant replay files use the three-character extension .RPL.
p	Use the Instant Replay screen's VCR, Camera, and Camera Angle controls to view your video clip.
p	Right-Click Tip: To find out more about a camera angle or VCR control, place the mouse pointer over the control and click the right mouse button.
r	4	When you are finished, click Continue.
p	Related Topics
t	376	t_PlayingMusic.htm	Playing Music While Racing
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h	Playing Music While Racing
p	When you play Monster Truck Madness 2, you have several choices for musical accompaniment while you're racing. You can:
r	·	Listen to music from the Monster Truck Madness CD-ROM.
r	·	Listen to music from a music CD.
p	IMPORTANT: If you installed Monster Truck Madness 2 using the Typical or Compact option during Setup, you need to have the Monster Truck Madness 2 CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive to play music during a race.
h	To listen to music from the Monster Truck Madness 2 CD-ROM or a music CD
r	1	Place the Monster Truck Madness 2 CD-ROM disc or a music CD in the disc holder (if required), and then insert it in your CD-ROM drive.
r	2	If you inserted a music CD, start Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	3	On the Options menu, click Sound.
r	4	Under Options, click Play CD Tracks.
r	5	To close the Sound Options dialog box, click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	377	t_Quitting.htm	Quitting a Race
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h	Quitting a Race
p	When you've had enough of the action, you can quit a race before you hit the finish line. You can pretend that the race was all a bad dream, or, if you prefer, you can save the race to face the challenge at another time.
h	To quit a race before it's finished
r	1	On the Race menu, click End Race.
p	–Or–
p	Press ESC.
r	2	Click Yes.
p	Related Topics
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t	380	t_R00QXV.htm	
t	381	t_R00QXW.htm	
t	382	t_R00QXX.htm	
t	383	t_R00QXY.htm	
t	384	t_R00QXZ.htm	
t	385	t_R09MRZ.htm	Straight and J-Style Drag Tracks
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h	Straight and J-Style Drag Tracks
p	Monster truck drag racing began in 1987, after fans grew bored with watching monster trucks crush cars. The logical next step was to start racing them.
p	The traditional straight monster truck drag lane has 2 sets of ramps that lead to two 3-car jumps. The cars that are used to build the jumps are called "crush cars," because that's what happens to them during a race.
p	The first ramp sends you flying to the first 3-car jump, with the second jump coming up quickly. Once you've cleared both jumps, there's nothing to do except speed your way to the finish line. Most professional drivers post times in the 5-second range. Some of the best have broken the 5-second mark.
p	The J-style tracks at the Tacoma Dome and the Trans World Dome add a tight turn between two sections of track: The first section is a straightaway with two jump ramps followed by the second section with a 5-car jump that sends you flying to the finish line.
p	Related Topics
t	386	t_R2B2W5.htm	
p	An event in which two monster trucks are hooked together, nose-to-nose, and push one another around inside a circle until one truck is pushed out. The truck remaining inside the circle wins.
t	387	t_R4LDUB.htm	
t	388	t_reducedetail.htm	Reducing the Level of Detail in Graphics
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h	Reducing the Level of Detail in Graphics
p	Enhancing graphics detail comes at a cost: Slower performance. The less detail you display, the faster your monster truck will move.
h	To reduce the level of detail in graphics
r	1	On the Options menu, click Graphics.
r	2	Under Graphics Details, in the Scenery list, click Sparse (Faster).
r	3	Clear the Tire Tracks, Smoke Effects, Shadows, Horizon, and Textured Sky check boxes. Experiment to find the right combination of graphics detail and speed.
r	4	Click OK.
p	Monster Truck Madness automatically adjusts the graphics settings to make the game run faster.
p	Related Topics
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p	The governing body of the professional monster truck tour. MTRA emphasizes training, licensing, safety, and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety of both participants and spectators at all MTRA-sponsored events.
t	392	t_RT9ZZC.htm	Bulldozer
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h	Bulldozer
p	Sometimes just getting out of the way can be a good thing. It can be one of the best things if you happen to see a 5-ton bulldozer headed your way. With fearsome horns on its head, grimacing teeth, and a nose ring the size of a basketball, Bulldozer can nearly plow things over with its appearance alone!
p	Driver, Guy Wood, started his career racing for fun at a nearby track. The trucks he raced just seemed to keep getting bigger and bigger. He was asked to crush some cars and noticed that monster truck racing was becoming more popular. In 1987, he decided to make a career out of monster truck racing.
p	Boy, have things ever changed since 1987! Guy's seen things go from 48 inch terra tires to 66 inch terra tires, from 20,000 pound trucks to 9,000 pound trucks, from stock motors to high performance racing engines, and from wearing just a lap belt to wearing a five-point harness, kidney belt, neck brace, full-face helmet, and fire suit. Whew!
p	So, you want to railroad your competition on the way to the checkered flag? Guy says there's no better way than to choose Bulldozer as your truck in Monster Truck Madness 2. Then what? Guy says, "Put the pedal to the metal and hang on tight. It's going to be an awesome ride!"
h	Bulldozer Fast Facts
r	Owner	USA Motorsports
r	Driver	Guy Wood
r	Driver Hometown	Blackwell, Missouri
r	Vehicle Body	3D Bull body
r	Engine	572 Rodek
r	Transmission	Transmissions To Go Turbo 400
r	Tires	Goodyear Terra tires, 66 inches
r	Shocks	Gas shocks with coil springs
r	Suspension	Front 4 Link
r	Axles	106 with Rockwell planetaries
r	Height	12 feet
r	Width	12 feet
r	Weight	10,200 pounds
r	Sponsors	Technique Towing, Twin City Auto Body, Transmissions To Go, Hoods Home Center Home Oil, Danny's Top Shop
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p	Monster truck pioneer Bob Chandler displays a part of the monster truck suspension system, which he recently patented.
t	394	t_ScoringCircuit.htm	Scoring: Circuit and Rally Races
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h	Scoring: Circuit and Rally Races
p	In circuit and rally races, drivers score points based on who is first to pass through all the checkpoints, complete all the laps, and fly across the finish line.
p	One crucial thing to keep in mind when circuit and rally racing: You must pass through each of the checkpoints for each lap before you make it to the finish line. When you cross a checkpoint successfully, you hear a noise to confirm the crossing. If you miss a checkpoint, you won't be awarded points for finishing the race.
p	Once the first-place finisher crosses the finish line, the rest of the drivers are on their last lap. The race ends three seconds after the last human player crosses the finish line.
p	Once you've crossed the finish line, your view switches to automatic race camera view, where you can relive a little of the thrill of your driving performance.
p	You earn circuit and rally race points as follows:
r	·	900 points for first place
r	·	700 points for second place
r	·	500 points for third place
r	·	400 points for fourth place
r	·	300 points for fifth place
r	·	200 points for sixth place
r	·	150 points for seventh place
r	·	100 points for eighth place
h	Earning Points for Leading a Lap
p	For each circuit and rally race longer than a single lap, Monster Truck Madness 2 awards a total of 100 points for maintaining the lead for an entire lap. The number of points you earn for leading a lap depends on the number of laps in the race. For example, in a 5-lap race, trucks that maintain the lead for an entire lap are awarded 20 points (100 points divided by the number of laps). Bonus points are not awarded in this category for single-lap races.
p	In order to earn points for leading the first lap of a race, you must start out in first position, and then lead the entire lap, which can be a monstrous challenge.
h	Earning Points for the Fastest Lap
p	Regardless of your ultimate position in a circuit or rallyrace, you can also earn 100 points for posting the fastest lap time in the race. Points for the fastest lap are not awarded for single-lap races.
h	A Perfect Circuit or Rally Race Score
p	A perfect score for a circuit or rally race that is longer than a single lap is 1100 points; 900 for the first place win, 100 points for leading all laps, and 100 points for recording the fastest lap time.
p	A perfect score for a single-lap circuit or rally race is 900 points, with no points awarded for leading the lap or recording the fastest lap time.
p	Related Topics
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t	396	t_ShiftingOptions.htm	Automatic or Manual Transmission: Shifting Options; Auto shift
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h	Automatic or Manual Transmission: Shifting Options
p	You can choose between automatic and manual transmission for your monster truck.
p	Driving with automatic transmission allows you to concentrate on the fun stuff: Steering, braking, accelerating, and bashing into your buddies. With automatic transmission, the gear shift indicator automatically pops up to show you when the truck is changing gears, and you can hear the sound of the engine as it shifts.
p	Driving with manual transmission requires skill and concentration. In cockpit view, you need to keep an eye on the tachometer and the shift indicator light, which let you know when your engine is on the verge of revving beyond 6500 rpms. If your engine passes 6500 rpms, you should shift into a higher gear.
p	In all external race views, you must use the tachometer to monitor your rpms, as the shift indicator light is only available in cockpit view.
h	To specify automatic or manual transmission
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	For automatic transmission, under Driving Assistance, click Auto Shift.
p	–Or–
p	For manual transmission, under Driving Assistance, clear Auto Shift.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	397	t_SideWinder.htm	Microsoft SideWinder 3D Pro Joystick Button Assignments
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h	Microsoft SideWinder 3D Pro Joystick Button Assignments
p	If you're using a Microsoft® SideWinder™ 3D Pro joystick for racing with Monster Truck Madness, you can use the buttons on your joystick to access many great game controls.
p	The default button assignments for the SideWinder 3D Pro are listed in the following table. You can also customize the joystick button controls to your preference at any time. For details, see 0276Customizing Your Joystick Controls. For details on driving with a SideWinder 3D Pro joystick, see 0289Driving with a Joystick.
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h	SideWinder 3D Pro Joystick Default Button Assignments
r	Up shift	Button 1 (trigger)
p	(manual transmission only)
r	Down shift	Button 2
p	(manual transmission only)
r	Honk the horn	Button 3
r	"Yeehaw!"	Button 4
r	Display the pit board	Button 5
r	Switch camera view	Button 6
p	between competing trucks
r	Call the helicopter	Button 7
r	Switch between views	Button 8
p	for the current truck
h	Looking Around in Cockpit View
p	When you are driving in cockpit view, you can use the SideWinder hat switch to look in different directions, or to display the rear view mirror.
r	To look…	On the joystick,
r	Left	Move the hat switch left
r	Right	Move the hat switch right
r	Behind	Move the hat switch down
h	To display or hide the rear view mirror
r	1	If you are not sure you are in cockpit view, press CTRL+1.
r	2	To display or hide the rear view mirror, move the hat switch up.
h	Changing Camera Positions in External Views
p	When you are driving in any external view, you can use the SideWinder hat switch to move the camera in any external view.
r	To point the camera…	On the joystick…
r	Left	Move the hat switch left
r	Right	Move the hat switch right
r	Up	Move the hat switch up
r	Down	Move the hat switch down
p	Related Topics
t	398	t_SkillLevels.htm	Setting Driver Skill Levels
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h	Setting Driver Skill Levels
p	If you're a greenhorn who chokes at the starting line, or if you're intimidated by the aggressive competition when the pack heads into a curve, you can choose a skill level that will make your driving experience less monstrously stressful.
p	Skill levels aren't for beginners only, of course. If you're cocky and confident and want to see how you would measure up against the most aggressive drivers on the professional monster truck circuit, you may want to skip rookie and intermediate and go straight to professional.
p	Monster Truck Madness provides three skill levels to choose from:
r	·	Rookie. When you drive as a rookie, the other trucks, if they're not downright hospitable, are less aggressive and a lot more likely to make mistakes.
r	·	Intermediate. When you choose intermediate level, don't count on anybody saying "Excuse me" as they come in close to grab the inside edge. When you're driving intermediate, your truck has a higher top speed and more realistic monster truck handling characteristics, with challenging understeer and spin-inducing torque.
r	·	Professional. Choosing this skill level is either a sign of high confidence and high skill or a horrible mistake. One trip around the track should tell you which it is. Your truck has an even higher top speed and more realistic monster truck handling characteristics than the rookie or intermediate skill levels. The other drivers are extremely aggressive; they take no prisoners and they rarely make mistakes. Good luck!
h	To assign a driver skill level
r	1	On the Driver Check-in screen, in the Driver's Name box, type or select a name.
r	2	In the Skill Level list, click the skill level you want.
r	3	To set up a race, click Races.
p	Related Topics
t	399	t_SpecifyingWeather.htm	Specifying Weather or Time-of-Day Conditions
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h	Specifying Weather or Time-of-Day Conditions
p	Before you start a race, you can specify a variety of weather and time-of-day conditions for the current track, including: Cloudy, Foggy, Dense Fog, Rain, Snow, Dusk, Night, and Pitch Black.
p	If you're up for a few surprises, you can also set your weather conditions to random for wild, wacky, unpredictable conditions each time you hit the track.
p	The Clear, Cloudy, Foggy, Dense Fog, Dusk, Night, and Pitch Black options affect visibility, but won't alter car performance on the track. Rain and snow affect both visibility and traction.
p	When you're racing on the Graveyard circuit track, the weather is always rainy, regardless of the Weather option you specify in the Weather list.
p	When you're participating in an Arena Rumble multiplayer session, the weather is automatically set to Clear.
h	To specify weather or time-of-day conditions
r	1	On the navigation bar, click Races.
r	2	In the Tracks list, click the name of the track for which you want to specify weather or time-of-day conditions.
r	3	In the Weather list, click the arrow to display the list of available weather and time-of-day conditions, and then click the one you want.
p	Related Topics
t	400	t_Stage1.htm	Stage One Monster Trucks
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h	Stage One Monster Trucks
p	Bob Chandler, the inventor of monster trucks, calls the first three BIGFOOTs stage one monster trucks, which means that they were built heavy and slow, with a focus on maximizing their car-crushing capabilities.
p	BIGFOOT 1, "The Original Monster Truck®", began evolving into a monster truck in 1974. In 1982 in Jefferson City, Missouri, it became the first monster truck to ever crush cars in public.
p	BIGFOOT 2, built in the summer of 1982, was the first monster truck to use Firestone 23-degree, 66 x 43 x 25-inch flotation tires.
p	BIGFOOT 3, built in 1983, was the first monster truck to perform in Japan.
p	Related Topics
t	401	t_Stage2.htm	Stage Two Monster Trucks
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h	Stage Two Monster Trucks
p	BIGFOOTs 4, 6, and 7 are excellent examples of stage two monster trucks. Stage two monster trucks were built to crush cars, of course, but they were lighter and had more horsepower for racing.
p	BIGFOOT 4, built in 1984, was the first monster truck to perform a wheel-standing sled pull. The truck appeared in a series of Ford Trucks television commercials in 1985. After being converted to a race truck in 1988, BIGFOOT 4 captured the 1990 championship of the Special Events Monster Truck Triple Crown Series.
p	BIGFOOT 6, built in 1986, set a record in 1987 by jumping over 13 cars at a Jamboree in Indianapolis, Indiana. A true Monster Truck Ambassador of Good Will, BIGFOOT 6 toured extensively through England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Iceland, Thailand, and other countries before being sold to an English promoter.
p	BIGFOOT 7 was built in 1988 specifically for the filming of the movie, Roadhouse. In the film, the truck displays all the characteristics of a true stage two monster truck. It crushes cars, of course, but it also flies through the air and displays impressive pickup power.
p	Related Topics
t	402	t_Stage3.htm	Stage Three Monster Trucks
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h	Stage Three Monster Trucks
p	Stage three monster trucks set the standard as monster trucks move into the 21st century. These performance racing trucks have tubular chassis, high tech suspensions, and lots of power. They ride smoother, and are faster and easier to control than any big-tired truck that came before them. Bob Chandler's concept and ideas for the suspension in his stage three monster trucks are so innovative they've been awarded a U.S. patent, a first for monster truck racing.
p	BIGFOOT 8, built in 1989, was the first monster truck completely designed and blueprinted with the use of an AUTOCAD computer program. The truck has a unique nitrogen shock/cantilever suspension, which gives it about 2 feet of travel. BIGFOOT 8 dominated the older, Stage 2 "spring" trucks, winning the 1990 Monster Truck Championship.
p	BIGFOOT 10, built in 1991, is a refinement of BIGFOOTs 8 and 9 and is the product of more than 700 hours of computer design work. One of the lightest trucks in the fleet, BIGFOOT 10 weighs in at just over 10,000 pounds.
p	BIGFOOT 10's engine is placed behind the driver and the redesigned suspension can be adjusted for up to 30 inches of travel. With Andy Brass behind the wheel, BIGFOOT 10 captured the 1992 World Championship of Monster Truck Racing in the Penda Point Series.
p	BIGFOOT 11, built in 1992, is a refinement of BIGFOOT 10, with even more suspension travel than its predecessor, plus the most powerful engine ever run in a BIGFOOT vehicle, a 572-cubic-inch Ford Hemi. With a new color scheme and a new name, BIGFOOT 11, formerly known as Wildfoot, captured the 1993 World Championship of Monster Truck Racing in the Penda Points Series. The same truck, sporting an updated BIGFOOT blue graphic scheme, won the 1994 Championship as well.
p	BIGFOOT 15, the truck you drive in Monster Truck Madness 2, is the newest truck in the BIGFOOT fleet. A classic stage three monster truck, BIGFOOT 15 sports a tubular chassis, high tech suspension, and plenty of horsepower.
p	Related Topics
t	403	t_StartRace.htm	Starting a New Race
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h	Starting a New Race
h	To start a new race
r	1	On the Monster Truck Madness opening screen, click Driver Check-in.
r	2	In the Player Name box, type or select a name.
r	3	In the Skill Level list, click the skill level you want. For details on skill levels, see 0398Setting Driver Skill Levels.
r	4	In the Select Truck list, click the truck you want to drive.
r	5	To choose a track, click Races, and then click the name of the track you want in the Track Name list.
r	6	To specify the number of laps for the current race, type the number of laps you want in the Laps box.
r	7	To specify weather or time of day, in the Weather list, click the weather or time of day condition you want.
r	8	To specify which computer-controlled trucks you're racing against, click Computer Opponents.
r	9	To add a truck to the Competing Trucks list, click it in the Available Trucks list, and then click Add.
p	–Or–
p	To delete a truck from the Competing Trucks list, click it, and then click Remove.
p	Repeat step 9 until all the trucks you want to race are in the Selected Trucks list, and then click OK.
r	10	When you're ready to put the pedal to the metal, click Go.
p	Related Topics
t	404	t_SwitchFull.htm	Switching Between Full-Screen and Windowed Modes
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h	Switching Between Full-Screen and Windowed Modes
p	When you're playing Monster Truck Madness, you can play in either full-screen or windowed mode.
p	Choose full-screen mode for a smoother graphic display. While you are racing, the menu and taskbar are hidden.
p	Choose windowed mode when you need speedy access to the menu bar and commands, the taskbar, or Microsoft Windows 95 desktop.
h	To switch between full-screen and windowed modes
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p	Press F4.
p	Related Topics
t	405	t_SwitchViews.htm	Switching Between External Views
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h	Switching Between External Views
p	Monster Truck Madness has several cockpit and external views you can use to make sure that you never miss any of the awesome action on the road.
p	External views allow you to get inside (or outside and above) the competition for a really different perspective on the race action.
h	To switch among views while driving
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p	While you are driving, press V until the view you want is displayed.
p	–Or–
p	On the View menu, click the view you want.
h	To change the camera position in any external view
p	NOTE: You cannot change the camera position when you are in automatic race camera view.
r	To point the camera…	On the numeric keypad, press…
r	To the left	INSERT
r	To the right	DELETE
r	Up	PLUS SIGN (+)
r	Down	MINUS SIGN (-)
r	To point the camera…	On the joystick…
r	To the left	Move the hat switch left
r	To the right	Move the hat switch right
r	Up	Move the hat switch up
r	Down	Move the hat switch down
h	To switch to a competing truck's point of view
r	1	While you are driving, press K to switch among the trucks in the race.
r	2	Next, press V to switch among cockpit and external views.
p	Move the camera position if you like (see the preceding tables for details).
h	To return to cockpit view in your own truck
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p	Press CTRL+1.
p	Related Topics
t	406	t_SYHCGA.htm	Meet the Drivers
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h	Meet the Drivers
p	Have you ever wondered what kind of guys and gals it takes to drive a 10,000-pound monster truck? Some might think it takes someone with a death wish. But these folks actually have nerves of steel, minds as sharp as a tack, split-second reaction time, and a decent gut instinct. You have to have all that and more when you’re the one maneuvering these monsters!
p	Check out the video to the left to meet the Monster Truck Madness 2 drivers and their trucks. Then, check out the following topics to learn more about these sometimes crazy, but always courageous drivers of real-world monster trucks.
h	Meet the Men and Women of Monster Truck Madness 2:
h	0032"Hollywood" Hogan
r	0033BIGFOOT 14		0251Monster Patrol
r	0108Black Stallion 2000		0230Nitemare
r	0102Boogey Van		0312The Outsiders
r	0438Bret "The Hitman" Hart		0060Overkill
r	0392Bulldozer		0326Rampage
r	0128Carolina Crusher		0026Samson
r	0353Executioner		0220Snake Bite
r	0028Firestone Wilderness	0347Stinger
r	0170Grave Digger		0252Wildfoot
t	407	t_SZOKUQ.htm	
t	408	t_TDQNH3.htm	
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p	BIGFOOT 4, a quintessential stage two monster truck, catches air off a crush car ramp.
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t	410	t_TwoJoystick.htm	If You Have Two Joysticks Installed on Your Computer
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h	If You Have Two Joysticks Installed on Your Computer
p	If you're a true power gamer with more than one joystick installed on your computer, you need to specify which one you will use when playing Monster Truck Madness 2.
p	NOTE: You must also designate your preferred joystick as the primary driving control. For more information, see 0287Choosing a Primary Driving Control.
p	IMPORTANT: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears which may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
h	To specify which joystick you want to drive with
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r	1	Click to display the Joystick Properties dialog box.
r	2	In the Current Joystick list, click the joystick you want to use for Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	3	Click OK.
p	The joystick you selected remains the current joystick for all programs until you change it again.
p	Related Topics
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t	412	t_UDNRKW.htm	
t	413	t_URRFWI.htm	Enabling Crash Damage
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h	Enabling Crash Damage
p	If you're really ready to put your metal where your mouth is, you can enable crash damage for all trucks participating in a race, including your own.
p	With Crash Damage enabled, your truck will crumple and bend as it makes contact with other trucks, and with scenery objects, including porta-potties, street signs, fences, etc.
p	If you crash and crack up the front of your truck, you may also find that your headlights no longer point in the right direction.
p	If the crash damage to your truck becomes too much for you to take, you can also "magically" repair all damage to your truck with the simple press of a key.
h	To enable crash damage for all participating trucks
r	1	On the Options menu, click Graphics.
r	2	Click the Allow Damage check box to select it.
r	3	Click OK.
h	To instantly repair crash damage while you're driving
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p	Press L.
p	Related Topics
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t	415	t_VGGSP6.htm	
t	416	t_viewingmessages.htm	Viewing Your Messages
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h	Viewing Your Messages
p	When an opponent sends you a text-based chat message, it is automatically displayed in the Incoming Chat window, which appears in the lower middle of the game window. The Incoming Chat window automatically disappears after 10 seconds, unless you specify that it is displayed for a shorter or longer period of time. Monster Truck Madness 2 keeps up to 20 received messages in a queue so that you can scroll through the messages you've received.
h	To display and scroll through incoming text messages
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p	To display your incoming messages, press COMMA (,), and then use COMMA (,) and PERIOD (.) to scroll to the next and previous messages.
h	To display or hide chat messages
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	Under Network Chat, select or clear the Show Chat Messages check box.
r	3	Click OK.
h	To change how long the Chat window stays open
r	1	On the Options menu, click Game.
r	2	Under Network Chat, select the Show Chat Messages check box.
r	3	Under Network Chat, in the Seconds Per Message box, type the number of seconds you want the Chat window to stay up.
r	4	Click OK.
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t	418	t_VYQ0ZC.htm	If the Graphics Have Less Detail Than You Would Like
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h	If the Graphics Have Less Detail Than You Would Like
p	Enhancing graphics detail comes at a cost: Slow performance. The less detail you display, the faster your monster truck will move.
r	1	On the Options menu, click Graphics.
r	2	Under Graphics Details, in the Scenery list, choose a higher level of detail.
r	3	Turn on any or all of the following graphics details: Shadows, Allow Damage, Horizon, Textured Sky, Tire Tracks, Smoke Effects, and Dashboard.
p	Right-click Tip: To find out more about an option, place the mouse pointer over the option and click the right mouse button.
r	4	Click OK.
p	Experiment with different settings to find the balance you want between speed and graphic detail.
t	419	t_W2CP2O.htm	Configuring a ThrustMaster NASCAR Pro\'ae Racing Wheel
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h	Configuring a ThrustMaster NASCAR Pro® Racing Wheel
p	(Outside the U.S., ThrustMaster Formula One Racing Wheel)
p	If you are using a ThrustMaster NASCAR Pro® Racing Wheel as your driving control device, follow the steps below to ensure that it is installed and configured properly for use with Monster Truck Madness 2. Make sure Monster Truck Madness 2 is not running when you start this procedure.
p	Important: Print this topic before starting the procedure. As you follow the steps below, a dialog box appears that may obscure this topic. Refer to the printed topic to finish the procedure.
h	To configure a ThrustMaster NASCAR Pro® Racing Wheel controller
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r	1	Click to display the Game Controllers dialog box.
r	2	Click Add.
r	3	In the Controllers list, click [Custom…].
r	4	Under Axes, click 2 axes.
r	5	In the Buttons list, click 4.
r	6	Click Special Characteristics, and then click Is A Race Car Controller.
r	7	Under Name, type a name for the racing wheel.
r	8	Click OK.
r	9	To calibrate your NASCAR Pro® Racing Wheel, click Properties. IMPORTANT: DO NOT select the Rudder/Pedals checkbox.
r	10	Click Calibrate, and then follow the directions on your screen.
r	11	Start Monster Truck Madness 2.
r	12	On the Options menu, click Controls.
r	13	In the Primary Driving Control list, click Joystick/Steering Wheel.
r	14	To customize your NASCAR Pro® Racing Wheel, click Customize Controller.
r	15	When you are finished making changes, click OK.
p	Related Topics
t	420	t_WebStop.htm	Visiting the Monster Truck Web Stop
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h	Visiting the Monster Truck Web Stop
p	If you race to win, you'll get the edge you need at the Monster Truck Web Stop!
p	Check in at the Monster Truck Web Stop to learn tips for playing the game and download free videos and photographs. Follow the professional monster truck tour and get up-to-date race results and standings.
p	You can visit the Monster Truck Web Stop from the game's opening screen.
h	To visit the Monster Truck Web Stop
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p	On the game's opening screen, click Web Page.
p	-Or-
p	On the Help menu, click Microsoft on the Web.
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t	424	t_X0SFOD.htm	If you have a 3D graphics accelerator card installed on your computer\'85
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h	If you have a 3D graphics accelerator card installed on your computer…
p	If you have a 3D graphics accelerator card installed on your computer, it's important that you set your graphics options in Monster Truck Madness 2 to take full advantage of your hardware.
p	With a 3D graphics accelerator card installed, you can experience excellent speed, performance and graphic quality when playing Monster Truck Madness 2.
p	A 3D graphics accelerator card works with your computer's video card to take some of the burden away from your computer's CPU, which allows your CPU to spend more of its brain power on the game's physics models, controls, and navigational data.
p	When you enable hardware acceleration in Monster Truck Madness 2, several 3D hardware options become available, including Smoothing, Headlights, Lens Flare, Flicker Reduction, Dithering, Reflections, and Water Effects.
p	For troubleshooting information and information on optimizing the performance of specific 3D graphics accelerator cards when used with Monster Truck Madness 2, see the "Video Adapter Notes and Troubleshooting" section of README.TXT (located in the folder where you installed Monster Truck Madness 2).
h	To enable hardware acceleration in Monster Truck Madness 2
r	1	Confirm that your 3D graphics accelerator card is installed.
r	2	Start Monster Truck Madness 2, if you haven't already.
r	3	On the Options menu, click Graphics.
r	4	In the Graphics Renderer list, click the arrow to display the list of graphics renderer options, and then click the one you want.
p	IMPORTANT: Monster Truck Madness 2 automatically detects any 3D graphics accelerator cards installed on your computer, and includes options relating to that card in this list.
r	5	Click Hardware Options to display the list of available 3D hardware options.
r	6	Turn on the 3D hardware options you want.
r	7	When you are finished, click OK to close the 3D Hardware dialog box.
r	8	Click OK again to close the Graphic Options dialog box.
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t	426	t_XEN3RC.htm	If the Joystick Does Not Function Correctly
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h	If the Joystick Does Not Function Correctly
r	·	You may need to calibrate the joystick. On the Options menu, click Controls, and then confirm that the device you want to calibrate is selected in the Primary Driving Control list. Click Calibrate, and then follow the instructions on the screen.
r	·	The joystick buttons may have been assigned customized functions. You can return the buttons to their default settings, or assign different functions to the buttons. For more information, see 0276Customizing Your Joystick Controls.
p	Related Topics
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p	Fans at the Tacoma Dome gather round Snake Bite, hoping for a closer look at the truck and at Colt Cobra, the mysterious yet menacing driver.
t	433	t_YNZECN.htm	Scoring: Summit Rumbles
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h	Scoring: Summit Rumbles
p	In Summit Rumbles, drivers score points based on the amount of time they spend on the Summit (and within the Summit Scoring Zones!) during a session.
p	For Summit Rumbles, points are awarded and taken away according to the following system:
r	·	You earn 10 points for each second you are on the Summit and within a Summit Scoring Zone. Depending on which Summit Rumble you're rockin'-and-rollin' on, you may find that the entire Summit is a scoring zone, while on others, the Summit has an outer perimeter that doesn't award points. Keep a close eye on your running score as you're driving around to find the scoring zones on the Summits.
r	·	You lose 1 point for each second you're off the Summit.
r	·	You lose 50 points each time you are booted (or fall) off the Summit.
p	The total number of points you can earn in a Summit Rumble is dependent on the duration of the session. The longer the session, the more points to win (and lose)!
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t	435	t_YV0CRE.htm	Adjusting the Volume of Music and Sound Effects
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h	Adjusting the Volume of Music and Sound Effects
p	Although the roar of the engines, the screeching of monster truck tires, and the hard-driving tunes of the Monster Truck Madness 2 sound track are designed to optimize your racing experience, you may find that you need to turn down the sound every once in a while.
p	On the other hand, you may find you need to crank up the volume. After all, if the windows aren't shaking and the neighbors aren't pounding, is there a noise problem? We don't think so!
p	You can control the volume of music and sound effects separately.
p	Keep in mind that the audio race commentary supplied by the "Voice of Monster Trucks," Army Armstrong, can also be turned off. For details, see 0272Turning Commentary On or Off.
h	To adjust the volume of music and sound effects
r	1	On the Options menu, click Sound.
r	2	To adjust the volume of music or sound effects, drag the appropriate slider.
p	-Or-
p	To turn music or sound effects off entirely, clear the Play CD Tracks check box or the Play Sound Effects check box.
r	3	Click OK.
p	Related Topics
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t	437	t_Z4NSUM.htm	Pausing and Resuming a Race
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h	Pausing and Resuming a Race
p	At any time during a race, you can pause the action, save the race in the exact state and location at which you paused, and then resume the race whenever you're ready.
h	To pause and then resume a race
r	1	Press P.
p	Monster Truck Madness displays the Pause screen.
r	2	To resume the race, click Resume Race.
p	Related Topics
t	438	t_ZIHVIH.htm	Bret "Hitman" Hart
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h	Bret "The Hitman" Hart
p	The Hitman is for hire, and ready to knock off the competition. The Bret "The Hitman" Hart WrestleTruck exploded onto the scene for the first time this year and has never looked back.
p	Bret "The Hitman" Hart, the truck, is a member of World Championship Wrestling just like its wrestler counterpart. Along with 0347Stinger, it tries to bring down 0032"Hollywood" Hogan and 0312The Outsiders, both of the New World Order.
p	Like the wrestler it represents, the Bret "The Hitman" Hart monster truck is chock-full of moves calculated to terminate its opponents. Bret's motto is: "The best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be." What's Bret's signature move? The Sharpshooter, of course.
p	If speed and strength are what you're looking for in a monster truck, Bret "The Hitman" Hart is the one for you. When asked what his plan of conquest is, he slyly answers, "I always shoot straight from the hip, and never, ever miss my mark."
h	Bret "The Hitman" Hart Fast Facts
r	Owner	World Championship Wrestling
r	Vehicle Body	Ford F150 with custom sunglasses
r	Engine	575 c.i. All Hart V-8, 1550 Horsepower
r	Transmission	TEC-9 Semi-automatic
r	Tires	Bone Crusher Super Traction, size 66 x 43 x 25
r	Shocks	Killshot Shocks, nitro charged
r	Suspension	Super Sponge Suspension Works, Inc.
r	Axles	Hard Target hardened steel axles
r	Height	10 feet, 8 inches
r	Width	11 feet, 6 inches
r	Weight	10,880 pounds
r	Sponsors	WCW
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