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"Ruby" 900D, Custom Waterloop, Custom Midplate

jthm4goth
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***Warning Opening Post is Long and Wordy***

 

This is the third version of my gaming computer since I built it in September 2013 and every time I rebuild it is new and better hardware. I'm a sucker for a deal as can be told by my Trader Feedback.

 

My first verision of this build had no theme, no color coordination, nothing it was strictly a budget build. I completed the build in August/September time frame and at the time I loved it.

 

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(Orginal parts pic)

 

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(Orginal Build)

 

But than in December my Father-in-law asked me to build him a computer with a lot higher budget. After building his computer and having issues with my set up I knew I wanted something better. Which brought me to version 2. Now I put a lot of time and effort into version 2 the hardware was decent the build was decent but I started to rush the build and things became sloppy and well I just didn't like the quality of the build. It also didn't help that a bunch of my concepts fell through and I wasn't able to do some of the things I wanted to do. Now in my weird twisted mind it didn't make sense to me to remove the acrylic and remove the midplate and just redo those items. No that wasn't enough if I was removing all that I might as well change some of the hardware.

 

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(Version 2)

 

Now Version 3 was suppose to be just a new motherboard and a new processor but different deals came along while I was waiting to order my motherboard or while I have been waiting for it to get here so a lot of parts changed or got added. Now truthfully from version one to version three the only parts that are the same are the hard drive and windows. Everything else has been changed.

 

Now to explain my theme or rather my color choice. Black and Red. I know I know we see Black and Red themed computers all the time with ASUS ROG being absolutely amazing and the best (yes I am a little bias) Black and Red themed computers are everywhere. But I chose it because I built my first computer back in 03-04 and it was a black and red theme. I have always loved black and red themed computers. Actually it is one of my favorite color combos with everything. Now I am hoping to do enough modding and changing of parts to set my Black and Red theme amoung the best (I know for an amateur thats setting the bar high but hey its worth a shot) and set it apart from everyone else.

 

Now onto Version III's Parts list

 

Case : Corsair 900D

CPU: Intel 4770K

Mobo: Asus Maximus VI Formula

Ram: 16gb G.Skillz RipJaws X 2133mhz

SSD: Intel 320 Series 120GB x2

HDD: Seagate 500GB

GPU: Evga GTX780 Classified

PSU: Corsair AX760 custom sleeved by UPC

 


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What coolant is that?

PC: 4770K @ 4.0 GHz --- Maximus VI Hero --- 8 GB 2133 MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro --- EVGA 780 TI Classified @ 1300 MHz --- Samsung Evo 250 GB --- Corsair RM 750 --- Corsair Carbide Air 540 --- CM Storm Rapid-I (MX Blues with PMK Evergreen Keycaps) --- Windows XP --- Razer Naga --- Custom Loop Parts: 380I, EKWB 780 Classy Waterblock and Backplate, 240mm and 360mm XT45, Swiftech MCP655, EKWB multi option reservoir, Mayhems Pastel Red, Primochill Primoflex Advanced Clear Tubing, 5 SP 120 Quiet Editions --- Mobile: Surface Pro 3 (i5 128gb) with JD40 (MX Clears) and Microsoft Sculpt Mouse --- Galaxy S6

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What coolant is that?

Mayhem Blood red

 

 

I got scared. not im just confused. 

but nice build and story there. I like the way you did hard tubing. That your first water cooled build with acrylic tubing? 

 

That was my first watercooled system ever and my son refused to let me take the photo with out him. This my third rebuild of the system. First build was in the white case, second in the 750D and third is now in a 900D

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Mayhem Blood red

 

 
 

That was my first watercooled system ever and my son refused to let me take the photo with out him. This my third rebuild of the system. First build was in the white case, second in the 750D and third is now in a 900D

I have the same coolant as you. I thought it was EK. Looked more like it to me. Must be the lighting. 

PC: 4770K @ 4.0 GHz --- Maximus VI Hero --- 8 GB 2133 MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro --- EVGA 780 TI Classified @ 1300 MHz --- Samsung Evo 250 GB --- Corsair RM 750 --- Corsair Carbide Air 540 --- CM Storm Rapid-I (MX Blues with PMK Evergreen Keycaps) --- Windows XP --- Razer Naga --- Custom Loop Parts: 380I, EKWB 780 Classy Waterblock and Backplate, 240mm and 360mm XT45, Swiftech MCP655, EKWB multi option reservoir, Mayhems Pastel Red, Primochill Primoflex Advanced Clear Tubing, 5 SP 120 Quiet Editions --- Mobile: Surface Pro 3 (i5 128gb) with JD40 (MX Clears) and Microsoft Sculpt Mouse --- Galaxy S6

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I have the same coolant as you. I thought it was EK. Looked more like it to me. Must be the lighting. 

I need to order another tube had a little issues when I was filling my system for leak test and a lot of coolant spilled out so it isn't as dark as I want

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I need to order another tube had a little issues when I was filling my system for leak test and a lot of coolant spilled out so it isn't as dark as I want

you got the dye? I just got the premixed. It's the same price but a full liter and you don't have to mix anything. 

PC: 4770K @ 4.0 GHz --- Maximus VI Hero --- 8 GB 2133 MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro --- EVGA 780 TI Classified @ 1300 MHz --- Samsung Evo 250 GB --- Corsair RM 750 --- Corsair Carbide Air 540 --- CM Storm Rapid-I (MX Blues with PMK Evergreen Keycaps) --- Windows XP --- Razer Naga --- Custom Loop Parts: 380I, EKWB 780 Classy Waterblock and Backplate, 240mm and 360mm XT45, Swiftech MCP655, EKWB multi option reservoir, Mayhems Pastel Red, Primochill Primoflex Advanced Clear Tubing, 5 SP 120 Quiet Editions --- Mobile: Surface Pro 3 (i5 128gb) with JD40 (MX Clears) and Microsoft Sculpt Mouse --- Galaxy S6

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you got the dye? I just got the premixed. It's the same price but a full liter and you don't have to mix anything. 

I didn't see the blood red premixed when I ordered from Performance Pc. I like the dye though cause I can change the color with a couple drops

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