Upgrading your car in Pacific Drive is not just about looks or speed, it's necessary for your very own survival. With dangerous anomalies around every corner, you need a tough and versatile vehicle to explore the Olympic Zone. These are the 5 most useful car upgrades any survivor should prioritize in Pacific Drive.
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5 Best Car Upgrades in Pacific Drive
We have created a list to help you survive and explore longer in the Olympic Zone. Surviving Pacific Drive's frontier depends greatly on preparation and self-reliance.
1) Install All-Terrain Tires
The crude spare tires you start with have abysmal grip and handling. All-terrain tires provide much more control across every surface with no need to switch between sets. Their balanced stats make them ideal for tackling Pacific Drive's unpredictable terrain during long expeditions.
All Terrain Tire
Pre-requisite:
- Offroad Tire
- Advanced Workbench
- Research Carbonfiberglass
Crafting Material:
- Scrap Metal x12
- Rubber x14
- Carbonfiberglass x2
Rating:
- Health: 300
- Road Rating: A
- Offroad Rating: A
- Water Rating: A
All-terrain tires are crafted at the Advanced Workbench after studying anomalies. Their versatile traction gives flexibility when blazing trails off-road or crossing rivers, helping you adapt without stopping. This can save vital time when fleeing anomalies or storm fronts.
2) Outfit Steel Armor Panels
The fragile starting panels won't withstand many scrapes. Upgrading to steel armor panels bolsters durability against collisions while being accessible early-game. They significantly raise damage resistance versus flimsy duct tape and sheeting.
Armored Panel
Pre-requisite:
- Basic Workbench
- Scan a Bubblegum Buddy Anomaly
- Research Steel Sheet
Crafting Material:
- Glass Shards x6
- Steel Sheet x3
- ThermoSap Crystal x2
Rating:
- Health: 55
- Impact Resist: 10%
- Explosion Resist: 5%
Later, upgraded lead-lined or armored panels can better handle zone hazards. But steel panels are an inexpensive first line of defense, especially helping early runs. Craft these basic shields pre-emptively, as accidents happen fast in the hazardous Olympic zone!
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3) Add Storage Space
Storage space rapidly becomes precious for carrying resources, tools, and replacements deep into the remote Olympic Zone. Installing side racks opens numerous expansion options for packing more essentials safely.
Side Racks
Pre-requisite:
- Craft Mat
- Install Scanning Antenna
- Research Steel Sheet
Crafting Material:
- Steel Sheet x2 (Side Rack #1)
- Steel Sheet x2 (Side Rack #2)
- Steel Sheet x2 (Side Rack #3)
- Steel Sheet x6 (Side Rack #4)
Rating:
- Stable Energy: 1 kLIM - 2 kLIM
Side Fuel Tank
Pre-requisite:
- Basic Workbench
- Unlock a Side Rack
- Research Steel Sheet
Crafting Material:
- Steel Sheet x1
- Rubber x5
Rating:
- Health: 200
- Capacity: 15
Useful additions include rugged side fuel tanks for range and emergency reserves, batteries to run electronics, anchor converters to recharge abilities, and various containers. The Storage tab of the Fabricator holds blueprints for boxes, baskets, and tanks to fulfill specific needs. Open up flexibility and security.
4) Mount a LIMPulse Emitter
Many anomalies love violently tossing cars around, damaging panels and systems. The LIMPulse Emitter stops troublesome entities by emitting electromagnetic pulses that deter their meddling appendages.
LIMPulse Emitter
Pre-requisite:
- Basic Workbench
- Install the Scanning Antenna
- Scan a Bunny Anomaly
Crafting Material:
- Scrap Metal x4
- Copper Wire x4
- Electronics x4
- Plasma x2
Rating:
- Health: 60
- 2 kw/activate
This effective rear bumper attachment is available shortly after unlocking the Fabricator. Its random pulses bewilder organisms, protecting exterior panels from costly cracks and dents. The emitter saves on frequent repairs and lets you skip some awful flips!
5) Mount a Hydro Generator
Electrical charging is in short supply far from Pacific outposts. The Hydro Generator passively harnesses rain and road spray to recharge your battery. Avoiding blackouts helps retain light, navigation, support systems, and recharge during long unsupported treks.
Hydro Generator
Pre-requisite:
- Basic Workbench
- Unlock a Side Rack
Crafting Material:
- Scrap Metal x2
- Plastic x6
- Copper Wire x2
- Electronics x6
Rating:
- Health: 150
- 0.135 kw/sec
A Hydro Generator is crucial for sustainable electricity in the Olympic Zone. Unlike a fuel synthesizer, it actively produces power, easing concerns about running out of battery during storms. Smart survivors prioritize installing it early for reliable energy in challenging conditions.
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