goosedizzel Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 My system is as follows... Case: Corsair Obsidian 800D PS: Corsair CMPSU-1000HX 1000W Mobo: EVGA 760 Classified CPU: Intel Core i7-920 CPU Cooler: Corsair Hydro H50 Mem: Mushkin Redline 6GB DDR3 1600 998691 Vid: 1x Asus Radeon HD 5870 HDD: 2x Corsair P128 SSD Raid 0 Sound Card: Asus Xonar D2X 7.1 I will only be doing a EK-FB water block for the motherboard. I have to do this because I want to be able to move my sound card into the 1X slot so I can put 2 more video cards down below. The water cooling stuff I have decided on... Mobo Block: EK-FB Full Board Block Radiator: XSPC RX360 Pump/Res Combo: XSPC X2O 750 (Not sure on this yet) I know some of you might be thinking that I do not need such high end stuff for just doing this but it does not matter to me. Let's get back on track...So the issues that I have been running across are... 1. I have done a water cooling system before and I used all 13mm fittings and tubing. I am thinking of not doing 13mm and going down to 10mm (3/8ID). Compression fittings is what I like best for style than anything else. I realized they have 3/8ID 5/8OD and 3/8ID 1/2OD. I'm just not sure which OD to go with. I mean does it really freaking matter? Pros/Cons of both. 2. Tubing...Probably will go with red or clear (with red coolant). What is the best tubing. I want something that flexes good. I will probably run enough tubing so it won't kink. 3. Which way to face the rad. I could face it where the nozzels will be in the back part of the case. Then I can run a tube right from the nozzel, down to the top part of the EK block. Then from the middle of the block back to the pump/res combo. The only issue would be running a long tube from the pump (out) to the other nozzle on the rad like this guy did (but he did a long tube from the top of the block)... http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/1001871p.jpg Could also switch the rad around and go from the pump (out) right up to the rad then run a tube to the top part of the block. Just looking to do something super clean and something where I don't got tubes going everywhere. I've also noticed that if I do compression fittings on the rad, I might need to get an extension and do a 90 degree angle if I want to put the rad with the nozzels in the back of the case. If anybody got any advice let me know. This is killing me inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingiko Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Mmm i believe tubing shouldnt matter as long as your getting great numbers in your build. Its all about how you execute it vs trying to hide as much tubing as possible. Im building a very similar computer like you e760 with 800d with rad and heatkiller and that same card. Im putting my 360 FeserXchanger on top(outside) and a 120 FeserXchanger on the rear(outside) Both in the same loop since ill be cooling my CPU/2GPU/Board As for my pump I made sure I got a strong pump (Swiftech MCP655) since ill be keeping everything in one loop as well as trying to get as high of an OC as I can possibly get. My pump will be mounted on the lower two I/O panels I got an EK 250mm external Res. As for tubing ill be using primoflex 1/2ID 3/4OD You dont have to use compression fittings you could always just use barbs (if I may I would suggest using the Bitspower barbs since you wouldnt need any clamps usually) And seeing from your EK block to your GPU you could just run a single barb from the EK to a 45degree barb(which goes to your GPU) Also keep in mind if theres any restrictions to any part of your build which will cause higher than normal temps. I dont have any pictures because everything is in the midst of getting painted and the only thing im missing is the blocks and barbs :P keep us posted with your build. edited: Can I ask what blocks your using for your GPUs because from your photo it looks as if your running it straight down connecting both GPUs vs using the SLI bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 Thanks for the info. The picture about is not my build. It's someone else's. "The only issue would be running a long tube from the pump (out) to the other nozzle on the rad like this guy did (but he did a long tube from the top of the block)..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 I will only be doing RAD -> Top of Block -> Middle of Block -> Pump/Res Combo -> Rad. No GPU's. No CPU. CPU is on it's own H50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingiko Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 really? I would think your performance would increase if you ran your CPU too vs using the corsair system, I think the H50 is for people who dont know how to watercool & people who want a clean uncluttered setup Also if your running your lines for your board why not your CPU as well, esp if you have a 360 rad and a large res Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 8, 2010 Author Share Posted March 8, 2010 I mean I guess I could...I just like the H50 I guess. Does give me some exact thought though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingiko Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Ill try to take photos of my build and hopefully you can get an idea of what ill be doing. all my panels are in pieces tho at the moment due to it getting ready for paint :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 Yeah that would be cool. My other parts arrive today so I am going to mount the RAD and decide how I want to run things. Post some pics soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 10, 2010 Author Share Posted March 10, 2010 Here is some other pictures with the same block and fittings... http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/P1010617.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/3977126290_98f2f1db66_b.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/dn5r8.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 10, 2010 Author Share Posted March 10, 2010 Alright...this is what the system looks like currently... I really would like to get all my power supply sleeved...but I don't got the time to do it. I wonder if there is someone on here that would do this service for me. Will be moving the sound card up to the 1X slot once the water cooling stuff get's in. The H50 rad will move back down where the exhaust fan is. Push/Pull setup there and making it exhaust instead of intake. Hopefully all the water cooling things arrive this Friday but with my luck most of it will come in and then something important will arrive on Monday. Don't you hate that. Oh...and some benchmark tests for the last pic. http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2894.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2897.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2898.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2901.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2902.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2903.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/GoosesSpecsandBenchmark.png Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 10, 2010 Author Share Posted March 10, 2010 Ordered from sidewindercomputers.com They had really fast shipping. http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/x2o750du5bay.html http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2908.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2909.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2910.jpg Waiting for other stuff... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted March 13, 2010 Author Share Posted March 13, 2010 All done, but I will need a UV red light to make that coolant glow for sure. http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2914.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2915.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2916.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2919.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2920.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2921.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2922.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2923.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2925.jpg http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr265/goosedizzel/forums/IMG_2926.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingiko Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 impressive build with the color contrast. Mmm I have that same exact PSU and sleeving is a PITA! Im using MDXPC sleeving. I could sleeve your HX1000 but it costs a lot considering the sleeves will be coming from Europe. Roughly $200 per PSU LMK via PM if your interested. I would do it myself if I were you. Once you get a couple done its pretty relaxing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbely Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 What is the fan flow direction in this build,and I am struggling with airflow design with this case. I am planning on a build with dual fesser on top located towards the rear of the case for evga 470 WC GPU, and single or dual Fesser on bottom for EK CPU water block. XSPC dual bay reservoir, twin 355's, set up two loops. I was thinking sucking air in at the bottom through rad, up through installed 140 fan into chamber, for the upper rad air being pushed or pulled out through top, additional air intake to minimize negative pressure from single fan sucking in, placed in front of dual rad on top (closer to the front of case) , rear 140 fan in stock configuration...Kinda like this, air enters case from below, gets drawn out the back and top ( heat rises), additional fresh air enters case from top near front of case, is directed over ram, towards rear exhaust fan.. a clean simple black magnetic air filter on top of case would prevent dust from entering case, (bottom entry already protected by filter) and could be easily cleaned... what ya think? Final question to the post, how hard is is to remove lower hard cage to make room for dual fesser on bottom... Or am i smoking something i shouldn't, and just go with triple fesser on top, single loop, for both CPU and GPU, air in through rad on top, air in from bottom, and air out the back???? Look forward to you comments, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted April 18, 2010 Author Share Posted April 18, 2010 impressive build with the color contrast. Mmm I have that same exact PSU and sleeving is a PITA! Im using MDXPC sleeving. I could sleeve your HX1000 but it costs a lot considering the sleeves will be coming from Europe. Roughly $200 per PSU LMK via PM if your interested. I would do it myself if I were you. Once you get a couple done its pretty relaxing! Yeah, I don't think I'll sleeve it right now. It's in my computer desk and I can't even see the inside so why waste the money on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosedizzel Posted April 18, 2010 Author Share Posted April 18, 2010 What is the fan flow direction in this build,and I am struggling with airflow design with this case. I am planning on a build with dual fesser on top located towards the rear of the case for evga 470 WC GPU, and single or dual Fesser on bottom for EK CPU water block. XSPC dual bay reservoir, twin 355's, set up two loops. I was thinking sucking air in at the bottom through rad, up through installed 140 fan into chamber, for the upper rad air being pushed or pulled out through top, additional air intake to minimize negative pressure from single fan sucking in, placed in front of dual rad on top (closer to the front of case) , rear 140 fan in stock configuration...Kinda like this, air enters case from below, gets drawn out the back and top ( heat rises), additional fresh air enters case from top near front of case, is directed over ram, towards rear exhaust fan.. a clean simple black magnetic air filter on top of case would prevent dust from entering case, (bottom entry already protected by filter) and could be easily cleaned... what ya think? Final question to the post, how hard is is to remove lower hard cage to make room for dual fesser on bottom... Or am i smoking something i shouldn't, and just go with triple fesser on top, single loop, for both CPU and GPU, air in through rad on top, air in from bottom, and air out the back???? Look forward to you comments, I believe I have the H50 fan blowing in towards the motherboard. I might change it again to blow out. I'm not sure. Sounds like a crazy built you got planned. I know there was another guy that did some dual rad thing with blue and green tubes. I think you should just go for it! Sounds like a fun project. The lower hard drive cage I have no idea because I never had to remove it. So I dunno. I always say "keep it simple stupid". ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutcheck Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Why not add your vid card to this loop? For just the mobo that rad is massive overkill you could easily add the card to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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