Project: Devil's Dark Side

[Devil_Dog]

So here is a list of parts for this build. I thank all members for their input. It helped alot.

Computer:
Mobo: EVGA X58 SLI
CPU: Intel I7 920
Memory: 6 GB of Corsair Dominators Tri-chanel
PSU: 1200w Topower Powertrain.
GPU: 2x EVGA GTX 285's
HD: 2x WD Raptors: Raid 0, 1x WD 640
DVD: LG DVD-RW

Case:
Rocketfish
Fan Controller: Sunbeam Rhoubus

Cooling (Liquid):

Loop 1:
1x Feser X-changer 360 radiator
3x Feser Shrouds
1x MCP655 Pump
1x EK D5 top Rev.2
1x Koolance 80mm Res.
1x Koolance CPU-350 CPU block
Feser UV blue coolant
Feser UV Blue 1/2" Tubing

Loop 2:
1x Feser X-changer 240 radiator
2x Feser shrouds
1x MCP655 Pump
1x EK D5 top Rev.2
1x Koolance 80mm Res.
2x Koolance GTX285 GPU blocks (Thanks zlojack:up:)
2x Koolancs SLI compresion fittings.
Feser UV blue coolant
Feser UV Blue 1/2" Tubing

Both loops locked with compression fittings

A bunch of Yate loon fans for the case and LC loops.
Misc. stuff that will be used to mod the case will be posted when I get to that part of the build.

Stay tuned.

[Devil_Dog]

Reserved!!!

[ILikeCosmosS]

use feser anti-corrosion with the dyes and distilled ( no gunking!)( thank fox for the info)
looking foward to seeing this

[belmontrich]

pics please... :up:

[Devil_Dog]

pics please... :up:

Of course. They will be added as I progress through this build.

[Devil_Dog]

Well, parts are starting to roll in.:bounces:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03115.jpg

[SkanXtrem]

Oh !! Very impatient ! :clap:

[Jhors2]

Major lawlz at the packaging for the case but this looks very promising!! keep it coming!

[sniperbob]

Real scary sounding build name too. can't wait to see more updates

[Devil_Dog]

Major lawlz at the packaging for the case but this looks very promising!! keep it coming!

Don't mind that packaging. Does the case no justice. Just waiting on some more parts. Then I will pull the case out and let the chopping begin.


Real scary sounding build name too. can't wait to see more updates

Thanks. The name came is 2 parts. One part is part of my gaming tag. The other part is part of my companies name.

[sniperbob]

Well, the Devil's Dark Side sounds like something I would not want to mess with. :up: what kinda games you play?

[Borys]

Awesome stuff can't wait to see some more pictures ;p

[Devil_Dog]

Well, the Devil's Dark Side sounds like something I would not want to mess with. :up: what kinda games you play?

LoL...

Lately not much of anything. I play alot of FPS's and what ever catch's my eye ate the moment. Wife hates gaming but can't deny me of it. Been gaming since pong.


Awesome stuff can't wait to see some more pictures ;p

Thanks!

More stuff came today. Will post some pics after the kids are done abusing me.:shakes:

[The[R]eaper]

nice stuff. All these Gtx 285's i keep seeing are making me want to finally replace my 8800 ultra :D cant wait for more :up:

[Devil_Dog]

Kids really put a hurting on me last night.

So here are some more pics of goods that have arrived.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03122.jpg

And what might this be?
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03119.jpg

One of the feet for the case. With one of the rads on the bottom I need to give the case a lift for air flow.

[sniperbob]

:eek:WHOA! lots of BP fittings there. you buy any stock in them?

[rioja]

how do u know that they are bp?

[shazza]

Looks like you're all planned out and about ready to put it all together. Looking forward to seeing how you put this all together.

[sniperbob]

how do u know that they are bp?

just a guess :shrugs: I saw one bag with the symbol and just guessed

[Devil_Dog]

:eek:WHOA! lots of BP fittings there. you buy any stock in them?


how do u know that they are bp?

All but 2 fittings are TFC. The other 2 are BP 90's. Would of gone all BP but I saved a good chunk of $$$ going with the TFC's.


Looks like you're all planned out and about ready to put it all together. Looking forward to seeing how you put this all together.

Just about. Still waiting on some more parts. Once I get the 2 resivoirs and 2 Iandh StealthGrille's I can start cutting the case.

[Devil_Dog]

More came today.

Rad grill's, some fans and the HDD mounts.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03127.jpg

One of the grill's.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03131.jpg

The HDD mounts.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03128.jpg

Some pics of the case. Sorry for the crappy pics.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03123.jpg

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http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03126.jpg

Now I can start surgery on the case.

[faster3200]

Woot for Rocketfish :up:.

Tell me how you like those HDD mounts. I really need to buy some since I took my HDD racks out and my existing cooler is too big.

[Devil_Dog]

Woot for Rocketfish :up:.

Tell me how you like those HDD mounts. I really need to buy some since I took my HDD racks out and my existing cooler is too big.

I've had this case sitting the box for month's. I'm glad I can finally put it to use.

I'll let you know about the HDD mounts. I think they are going to work out just fine. I got them for the same reason as you. The 2 HDD racks in the bottom are out and one of the rads is going in their place.

[Devil_Dog]

Time for some insperation!:D

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03137.jpg

[shazza]

You're slacking! I don't see anything in that case yet :)

But, great beer, I must say. A wonderful friend turned us on to the great Belgian brews, and this is a favorite!

[Oli4v]

Time for some insperation!:D

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I see belgian beer, :), maybe if you can find it in US you should try out "Brugse Zot", the blonde beer, also a great beer, a little bit fruity, but not to much ;)

your project is also looking good 'ntill now ;)

[Devil_Dog]

I see belgian beer, :), maybe if you can find it in US you should try out "Brugse Zot", the blonde beer, also a great beer, a little bit fruity, but not to much ;)

your project is also looking good 'ntill now ;)

I have to keep an eye out for it here and the next time I'm over in Sweden.


You're slacking! I don't see anything in that case yet :)

But, great beer, I must say. A wonderful friend turned us on to the great Belgian brews, and this is a favorite!

LOL. A little slacking. Started to pull the case apart and mark up what needs to me cut. Just waiting on the the reservoirs. Once I have them I'll be golden.

[Devil_Dog]

Popped the top tonight.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03140.jpg

and....

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03145.jpg

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Started to mark the inside for the next round. Just need the #$%#@ res's.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03141.jpg

[KAGD1]

WoW this is going to be a nice build.:D:up: Were did you find your rocketfish at?

[Devil_Dog]

WoW this is going to be a nice build.:D:up: Were did you find your rocketfish at?

Thanks....

I missed them @ BB. I was lucky enough to find one BNIB from a member @ [H].

[Devil_Dog]

Well, my last update was lost... So I'll have to repost some pics.

I have finished chopping the case and have test fitted everything. This weekend brings the paint.

I will post updated pics within the next couple days.

[Devil_Dog]

Here are some updated pics. I'll have more tomorrow.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03287.jpg

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http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03275.jpg


And a big shout out to my build team.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03288.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03289.jpg

[KAGD1]

Wow... Looking good NJHC cant wait to see more:up:. I bet your build team keep you busy:p:. I also have two boys they are balls of energy:D.

[shazza]

Nice mod for the rad fans!

Also enjoyed the shots of your Build Team ... I bet they watch your every move.

[skinnee]

Looking good and lots of thorough planning! :up:

BTW, I'd keep an eye on this one...he has a shifty look about him. ;)
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03288.jpg

[Devil_Dog]

Wow... Looking good NJHC cant wait to see more:up:. I bet your build team keep you busy:p:. I also have two boys they are balls of energy:D.

They keep me more than busy. If it wasn't for them I'd be done.


Nice mod for the rad fans!

Also enjoyed the shots of your Build Team ... I bet they watch your every move.

Thanks. Now you see why I wanted those 120x20mm fans. We watch each others every move.:rolleyes:


Looking good and lots of thorough planning! :up:

BTW, I'd keep an eye on this one...he has a shifty look about him. ;)
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03288.jpg

Had this build in my mind for a while. The rocketfish case is a great blank slate for LC'ing.

Don't worry about that guy. It's the other one you have to keep an eye on.;)

[skinnee]

I have a rocketfish sitting in my basement waiting for HW, I'm interested to see what you do here.

Ahh...the wiley hair, I missed that the first time around. ;)

[Devil_Dog]

I have a rocketfish sitting in my basement waiting for HW, I'm interested to see what you do here.

Ahh...the wiley hair, I missed that the first time around. ;)

It was the same for this one. Sat in the box for a few months. Keep an eye out. I'll be posting more this week. My day job is really taking a toll on my build time.:mad:

You nailed it. He's the wolf in sheeps clothing.:D

[sirheck]

I have been eye balling the few rocketfishy,s they have on ebay and want one.
Only thing is i like the MM towers 1 inch gap between the mobo tray and side panel for hiding wires.

Which to order?:shrug:

[Devil_Dog]

I have been eye balling the few rocketfishy,s they have on ebay and want one.
Only thing is i like the MM towers 1 inch gap between the mobo tray and side panel for hiding wires.

Which to order?:shrug:

That's up to you and your budget. Can't go wrong with either one.

[Devil_Dog]

Did the final fitting in the case. Next prep for some color.(Excuse the finger prints & crappy photo skills.)

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03290.jpg

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[MomijiTMO]

Looking good. Dual loops are so much fun.

PS : Kawaii kids!!!

[Devil_Dog]

Looking good. Dual loops are so much fun.

PS : Kawaii kids!!!

Yes, dual loops are fun. This is my first dual loop set up so I'm exited.

About the kids. Thanks but pure evil hide behind the cuteness.:shakes:

[Mpetrosino]

Looks awesome so far. Keep up the good work!

[Devil_Dog]

Looks awesome so far. Keep up the good work!

Thanks.:up:

[Oli4v]

placement of the reservoirs is looking good, quite logical place ;)

[Devil_Dog]

placement of the reservoirs is looking good, quite logical place ;)

Thanks.

Those SOB's where the one thing that kept the build from moving forward. I could not cut anything until I had them and knew they would fit.

[Devil_Dog]

Since I've been busy in life I work on what I can. A couple weeks ago I started to paint what I could. So here is a sneek peek. I have some other parts painted but here you can see what is to come.

I decided only to paint the bare/silver aluminum and to not paint the brushed black finish on the case already. So here is the door.

Let me know what you think so far.

Thanks

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03302.jpg

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http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03309.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03308.jpg

I really need to improve my photo taking skills.

[Sadasius]

Since I've been busy in life I work on what I can. A couple weeks ago I started to paint what I could. So here is a sneek peek. I have some other parts painted but here you can see what is to come.

I decided only to paint the bare/silver aluminum and to not paint the brushed black finish on the case already. So here is the door.

Let me know what you think so far.

Thanks

Looking good. I can relate on the busy part. The only reason why I can go on this site so much is because I am on it while I am at work! :up:



I really need to improve my photo taking skills.

Same here. I use a dumb Sony Cybershot digital camera. Basically I just point and hope for the best! I am a camera retard and even though I should be ashamed somehow I am not. :shrug:

[Devil_Dog]

I'm using a Cybershot as well. It's not the camera...it's the user. I have seen and know that some amazing photos can be taken with point and shoots. I'm just lost @ what settings and lighting should be used.

[Sadasius]

My best pictures have been with natural light, turn off the flash and put it on auto. Other then that I am so screwed. I find the flash throws in a yellow light I don't like.

[faster3200]

I'm using a Cybershot as well. It's not the camera...it's the user. I have seen and know that some amazing photos can be taken with point and shoots. I'm just lost @ what settings and lighting should be used.

Something like this (http://www.instructables.com/id/Collapsible_Light_Box_For_Those_Short_On_Space_And/?InstructImages) will help a lot. Then just some simple color correction in photoshop and you should be good at web res.

Good job so far, I like the direction you are heading. I don't know how people paint things so well. My only success painting so far has been on paper or walls :(.

[Devil_Dog]

Something like this (http://www.instructables.com/id/Collapsible_Light_Box_For_Those_Short_On_Space_And/?InstructImages) will help a lot. Then just some simple color correction in photoshop and you should be good at web res.

Good job so far, I like the direction you are heading. I don't know how people paint things so well. My only success painting so far has been on paper or walls :(.

Thanks for the link. I thought about doign something like that. I'll have to give it a whirl.

For the painting..... Anyone can do it. You just have to take your time and not rush it.

[Devil_Dog]

All painting is done BUT!!!!!

I'm up in the air on the rad grills. They are black right now. I'm thinking of painting them white.

What do you think?

[Devil_Dog]

Decided on the rad grills. Went with white.

I think it will look better that way instead of the black on black.

I should have some updated pics tonight. If so I'll post what I have.

[Devil_Dog]

As promised... some updated pics.

Here are those case feet in action now.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03333.jpg

What do you think. I think they turned out pretty good.

Some more of the chasis.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03336.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03335.jpg

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http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03331.jpg

[Devil_Dog]

Been getting busy.

Here are some recent pics. Just have to do some final sleeving and then get this running.

What do you think so far?

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03344.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03342.jpg

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[Sadasius]

Wow that is looking pretty damn good that is for sure! It shows your putting a lot of thought into this build. :up:

[Devil_Dog]

Wow that is looking pretty damn good that is for sure! It shows your putting a lot of thought into this build. :up:

Thanks!!!! Glad you like it.

Lot's of thought has gone in this and so far it's paying off (except for the wife:p:).

Just want to get it done. I'm in the final stretch.

[KAGD1]

WoW!!!:eek: That looks Awesome, Did you make the case feet yourself? They look good. Very nice build.:p:

[Devil_Dog]

WoW!!!:eek: That looks Awesome, Did you make the case feet yourself? They look good. Very nice build.:p:

They feet for the case was a lucky find. I was looking at new hardware for my kitchen with the wife and found them. I think they are cabinet handles.

Anyway wife was pissed becuase all we found was something for me and my computer and not the kitchen.:shrug:

[Devil_Dog]

Mounted the side exuast fans. I needed to balance the in/out flow of the air.

Outside.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03353.jpg

With door open. Show off the fan controller.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03354.jpg

And inside.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03362.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/NJHC_2006/DSC03360.jpg

I just realized I need to order more heatshrink and sleeving.:eek:

[shazza]

What a great job!!!! You're painting looks wonderful, and I'm really liking the black and white look ... it's different than the all white or black cases ... well done :up::up::up:

[Devil_Dog]

What a great job!!!! You're painting looks wonderful, and I'm really liking the black and white look ... it's different than the all white or black cases ... well done :up::up::up:

Thanks Shazza. That means alot coming from you. Your build is outstanding.:up:

It's funny I was going to go with a total different color scheme. I went back and forth for a few weeks on it and looking at colors. I'm glad I went with this scheme. The only colors will be the fluid and tubing. Lighting will be white and UV to make the fluid/tubing pop out.

Also, now you can see what I wanted the 120x20mm fans for.