where can i cut corners on my gpu custom loop

[creepybob]

any idea where i can cut corners i am using the deepcool dukase v2 case with a gtx 1070

 

PC

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/PgNnTW/leds-n-stuff

 

LOOP

https://www.ekwb.com/custom-loop-configurator/shared/oW5865f6ab333aa

[Apollo Refugio]

the GPU backplate i think is optional. also maybe shorter tubbing. you also don't have to buy everything from EKWB

[creepybob]

i was to lazy to make a list of parts so i used ek's website. i am not going to get a backplate or the fans. thanks for the suggestion of shorter tubing.

 

[johnermon]

you dont need the psu thing. just use a paperclip. For a radiator, check this out https://www.amazon.com/XSPC-EX240-Profile-Copper-Radiator/dp/B0067LW8RY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483236955&sr=8-1&keywords=240mm+radiator 

you dont need a backplate.

As for fittings, you could go with barbs, which can go for a little less, and finally go slightly cheaper fans.

[Mick Naughty]

^ that's your best bet. 

 

I have all barbs in both rigs. 

Paper clip on the psu sometimes. 

Bought lot auctions of used/new fans on eBay. Some new and used rads too. Even bought a used block or two, not by choice. 

[creepybob]

2 hours ago, Mick Naughty said:

^ that's your best bet. 

 

I have all barbs in both rigs. 

Paper clip on the psu sometimes. 

Bought lot auctions of used/new fans on eBay. Some new and used rads too. Even bought a used block or two, not by choice. 

should I get a used reservoir because ek are the only people selling it and it costs $85 BUT... it has $20 tax and $5 shipping 

[Mick Naughty]

1 minute ago, creepybob said:

should I get a used reservoir because ek are the only people selling it and it costs $85 BUT... it has $20 tax and $5 shipping 

Just a res? Not a pump combo? Sure get anything used or not. Swiftech has a little one for like $20. Anything will work, including not using one. 

[creepybob]

11 minutes ago, Mick Naughty said:

Just a res? Not a pump combo? Sure get anything used or not. Swiftech has a little one for like $20. Anything will work, including not using one. 

res and pump combo

[Mick Naughty]

1 hour ago, creepybob said:

res and pump combo

I'd buy one used. I bought a cheap thermaltake pump res combo and it ran at a constant speed which way very annoying and loud. So if you get one make sure it's good quality. 

[creepybob]

1 hour ago, Mick Naughty said:

I'd buy one used. I bought a cheap thermaltake pumobres and it ran at a constant speed which way very annoying and loud. So if you get one make sure it's good quality. 

https://www.amazon.com/XSPC-D5-Tank-Reservoir-V3/dp/B01BA4VU1M/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1483378190&sr=8-8&keywords=pump+reservoir+combo#HLCXComparisonWidget_feature_div

if i was going to not do a pump res combo with this res do i only need a pump or do i need to get a pump top?

[Mick Naughty]

You would need a matching pump. It's made for a d5, from what it says. 

[creepybob]

but if i got that and a d5 pump would it work or do i need a pump top?

1 minute ago, Mick Naughty said:

You would need a matching pump. It's made for a d5, from what it says. 

 

[Mick Naughty]

4 minutes ago, creepybob said:

but if i got that and a d5 pump would it work or do i need a pump top?

 

It doesn't say it's required. 

[creepybob]

Do I need these for my custom loop? I dont really care because its only $10 but do i need them?
 

[Mick Naughty]

5 minutes ago, creepybob said:

Do I need these for my custom loop? I dont really care because its only $10 but do i need them?
 

Nope. 

[EQuiPeX]

you dont need the last 4 items, no need to buy their tubing, just go to a garden shop and find a transparent hose, i paid 4euros for like 3 meters i think.. it was really cheap. You can try finding a used block(make sure it's in good condition) and you dont need the backplate.. also, you could get cheaper fans.