Project Z (re-build)

[Zuba Twizta]

hey guys i'm going to be starting my custom watercool loop. Got most of my stuff from NCIX.ca and also DAZMode.com (both awesome)

Computer spec:

-i7-3770K @ 4.7 (maybe higher when i get done)

-Asus Maximus V Formula

-Asus Matrix HD7970-P

-CM Storm Trooper w/sidewindow

-Corsair Dominator Platinum

Loop

Block: Swiftech APOGEE HD

Res: EK-Bay DCP 2.2 Combo Unit with pump

Rad: Swiftech MCR220-XP "EXTREME PERFORMANCE" Radiator Series - Dual 120MM

Tubes: Feser 3/8ID x 1/2OD (10FT)

Fittings: Bitspower Matte black 3/8ID x 1/2OD compression fittings (6)

Liquid: Feser One - Cooling Fluid - Pure RED

Othermods: Corsair Professional HX / Enthusiast Series TXM Series Individually Sleeved Modular RED, HardDrive mountings, DVD-R mounting.

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After:

I will be updating all the time on here so come in often. My first update should be soon sense i ordered my stuff from NCIX and it is coming this monday. Went i'm getting my stuff from Dazmode.......i don't have a time yet. Work is slow right now. Plus I'm 16, just to let you know.

THANKS!

[Transfusiionz]

Wow, that looks awesome!

Can you check out my build and give me some feedback/criticism?

Also, I'm thinking about building a custom loop... Any suggestions on where to start?

[Zuba Twizta]

Wow, that looks awesome!

Can you check out my build and give me some feedback/criticism?

Also, I'm thinking about building a custom loop... Any suggestions on where to start?

buy all your main parts first! (Rad, Res, block (CPU, GPU), and 6 com fittings to get you started.) then you can see if you need a different fitting like a 90, 45 etc. Good luck!

[TGBSeth]

Everything in that setup sounds like it will be great! Cannot wait to see the finished rig.

[Transfusiionz]

Unfortunately, I have no idea what I'd need or where to look. Can you check out my rig and help me out a bit? It's in the Build Log section.

I'd really like to get 2 watercooled Titans using a 140mm in the back and a tri 120mm in the top. The only watercooling I've ever done is pre-filled (Corsair H100 etc..) so I'll definitely need some help.

[TGBSeth]

Unfortunately' date=' I have no idea what I'd need or where to look. Can you check out my rig and help me out a bit? It's in the Build Log section. I'd really like to get 2 watercooled Titans using a 140mm in the back and a tri 120mm in the top. The only watercooling I've ever done is pre-filled (Corsair H100 etc..) so I'll definitely need some help. [/quote']

Sounds like you want to do quite a bit with the water cooling setup so I recommend looking at some tutorials first, this is a good place to get started http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/a-beginners-guide-for-watercooling-your-pc,1573.html

As far as parts go, just get them from NCIX you will know what you need after looking at some tutorials and guides like the one I gave a link for.

[Transfusiionz]

Thanks!

[Zuba Twizta]

got all P1 of my water loop stuff

waterblock

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Corsair Cables

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Fittings

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Rad

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Tubes

i'll update when i get more stuff

[Zuba Twizta]

UPDATE

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[Zuba Twizta]

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got the gang with me on this build

Front

Back

Mounting

Res is going in there

how it mounted (camera is going weird)

Dat cables

end of update.

ordered my Res and liquid. i hope it will come this week.

[Zuba Twizta]

another update

ok stuff is in

tubing out

everything mainly out

Rad and fans 1

Rad and fans 2

CPU block on :)

Res in

Liquid (sorry for small)

so my fitting don't work, primochill tubing ADV LRT 3/8IN x 5/8OD with 3/8IN x 5/8OD swiftech low-lek (something) DON'T WORK TOGETHER!!!!!!

ordered some Bitspower 3/8IN x 1/2OD mainly for me getting this done because 3/8x5/8 is bad luck with me. ANYWAYS rig should be up this weekend for testing :) 24 hour test will maybe be Friday, get parts on Thursday and build it. Thanks guys for anyone who stops by here to watch the updates.

[aaronu]

you should swap out those led strips. not a fan of them. in your case its reflecting off psu case. i recommend cathodes. and alway will over led strips. cathodes give more equal light. they might be lil more money but they can light up case pretty nice with 2 of them

[Zuba Twizta]

you should swap out those led strips. not a fan of them. in your case its reflecting off psu case. i recommend cathodes. and alway will over led strips. cathodes give more equal light. they might be lil more money but they can light up case pretty nice with 2 of them

Not a big fan of cathodes. Still hinding cables and yes I need to takenit off the psu.

[Zuba Twizta]

Quick update (part 3) waiting on the new tubing and new fittings. Got cable ties from my work. (Heavy Duty Equipment), we have all the colors and sizes lulz.

Took out the front panel and took out the cables I didn't use or need because they were getting in the way, plus they were thick.

I gotta say it looks way better now.

[Zuba Twizta]

This post is the last post I'll be doing for this build so.....here we go!

Tubing

Bitspower 3/8 IN 5/8 OD

Tubing connected (Res -> Rad -> CPU Block -> Top of motherboard -> Bottom of motherboard -> Res)

First dump of liquid into the Res

Filling to max then shut off after min

Second dump

After third dump all good, then after a hour or so it was dripping from the in port of the Swiftech Apogee.

After a quick fix, the o-ring of the fitting was getting pulled off and was getting caught in the thread of the waterblock.

Barb fitting on the Asus Maximus V Formula (what a pain) got some black clamps :) looks fairly nice

after a 30 hour test nothing is wrong :)

Woke up in the morning and did some cable management. It look way better then before. Plus with all the things I have in it, it look awesome.

Have my Asus Matrix HD7970 Platinum in it, (takes up a lot of space). Might get a waterblock for it later this year, will need another 240 for that.

Final resting place :)

Thanks for everyone who came in here and checked out my build LTT for life.

If you have any questions just post in here and I will get back to you.

(Camera Galaxy S3, I will post some better photos next week some time with a Canon 60D)

[optimu5grime]

hey there this is a sweeeeet build i love the placement of the fan controller :) (if thts wt it is ) :)

[Zuba Twizta]

hey there this is a sweeeeet build i love the placement of the fan controller :) (if thts wt it is ) :)

yeah thats my fan controller (BitFenix Recon)

[BanJaX]

Nice scheme. :) It looks well with the panel closed. Would like to see it with a watercooled GPU, soon! ;)

[Zuba Twizta]

Nice scheme. :) It looks well with the panel closed. Would like to see it with a watercooled GPU, soon! ;)

yes i hope to do that before may-ish EKWB came out with a matrix waterblock

[Asusmad]

I am about to water cool my system including my Matrix Platinum with the EK waterblock. A word of warning the water block weighs a ton. I will have to come up with some sort of support as i would not be happy leaving it on its own. But the block does look fantastic and there will be less noise when the GPU gets warm as there will be no fans to ramp up.

[unitus77]

Looks beast. Now you just need a red tucan to go with lol.

[TheHoffmann]

I'm looking for a new Graphics Card and thought the Matrix Platinum 7970. Is it worth the money for the power or is it a bad card. (Hope someone will answer)