Models vs Sim Speed

[kram66]

After downloading some great 3rd party models Ive discovered the sim speed can be effected by the model. I guess this has something to do with model size and detail? One particular heli model dropped my frame rate from the 40s down to 12-20. Is there some things that can be done to improve the frame rate when using one of these models?

[Rockfist Rogan]

*effected* ? I think you meant *affected*:)

My guess is that the more complex the model design, the longer it takes to redraw each frame. One thing you can do to rectify that is to d/load Metasequoia and redraw them yourself with less complexity. A look at the Metasequoia intro page will explain it all far better than I can.

Alternatively, you can use a lower resolution or get a faster computer ...

RR

[solo]

reducing the size of the window also helps with frame rates--but not ideal.
more video ram is the next expensive solution. ???

[coptervortex]

in the 40's? Hoply crap, mines usually 25 at best ???

[Astro]

I have 256MB ram and 32MB 3d Graphics and I get 100+ fps, I think thats the best way to get a decent frame rate. Expensive yes, but not that bad. Changing the colours from 32bit to 16bit will also help a little.