Project: Lian-Li P80 & PA140.3

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08-25-2009, 03:24 AM
aka_GK

Project: Lian-Li P80 & PA140.3

Hi :)
I'm starting this build to introduce myself and also get some help and advices because it is my first serious WC build.
1 year ago I bought Tt Kandalf LCS with built-in WC so it was my first water experience and since then I am addicted, forever :D But those case and WC was literally piece of crap and yesterday I've finally got rid of the last part - I sold the case.

So new day - new build, let's start.
Aim of this project is to build clean-looking and dead silent case. Also I'll try to push my CPU as far as possible.

Hardware list:
CPU: E8500
MB: Asus Maximus Extreme
RAM: 2x 1Gb OCZ Platinum 1600Mhz
GPU: Gainward 4870x2
PSU: Antec Signature 850W
Case: Lian-Li PC-P80
HDDs: 3x WD 2502ABYS - raid 0.
I intended to start this build in January, but there were some problems with parts so my CPU, MB and RAM is not high-end at this moment

WC parts list:
CPU block: Aquacomputer Cuplex HD
GPU block: Watercool HEATKILLER GPU-X² 4870-X2 LT
Pump: Swiftech MCP350
Radiator: Thermochill PA140.3 with Yate Loons D14SM-12 :cool:
Reservoir: EK Multioption Res 150 Rev. 2
BP barbs, Feser tubing and some misc. parts.

Today I received the package from PPCs with barbs, reservoir, fans, clamps, drain port, rad and pump brackets so I just need to buy third HDD to complete the list.

At this moment I sleeved the pump, PSU sleeving is in progress.
Some pump close-ups:
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/5190/img4756n.jpg
http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2586/img4773e.jpg

Colors for this build are black and blue with some copper accents. Internals of the case are non-painted aluminum and I haven't decided to powdercoat them or not. What do you think?

All input are usefull :)
08-25-2009, 04:12 AM
ibm390s

have the same case and i'm interested to see your design.

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08-25-2009, 08:31 AM
shazza

Hi aka_GK. This looks like a fun project. Even though your hardware may not be brand new, that's still some good stuff!

About painting or powder coating the internals - it really does help the overall look and show off your liquid cooling efforts. It's really about how important that part is to you. I don't think it's critical to paint the inside if you're happy with the look of it as is.

Good Luck with your Sleeving!
08-25-2009, 09:17 AM
aka_GK

thanks shazza!

Yep, it is important for me :)
But if I'll decide to powdercoat the case I still don't know which color to choose. I think black is the most suitable but it is rather boring, also black and colored pigments don't have any price difference ;) Any suggestions?
08-25-2009, 09:35 AM
eponymous

I'm looking forward to seeing how this turns out :) Good stuff man.
08-25-2009, 10:39 AM
aka_GK

Quote:

Originally Posted by eponymous

I'm looking forward to seeing how this turns out :) Good stuff man.

thanks mate, glad to see you here! ;)
08-25-2009, 11:47 AM
eponymous

Quote:

Originally Posted by aka_GK

thanks mate, glad to see you here! ;)

You won't be disappointed with your Lian Li PC-P80, it's a great case :P

Are you using one loop with the PA 120.4 on the floor? That would fit really nicely.
08-25-2009, 12:25 PM
aka_GK

I am already not, it looks nice :)
I am going to use one loop with 140.3 mounted in the front - I hope that would be enough with push-pull fans. If not I will mount another one in the bottom
08-25-2009, 01:43 PM
eponymous

Quote:

Originally Posted by aka_GK

I am already not, it looks nice :)
I am going to use one loop with 140.3 mounted in the front - I hope that would be enough with push-pull fans. If not I will mount another one in the bottom

Cool, you can use the three 140mm fans on the door to your advantage then :)

Check out these for mounting the rad:

http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=21047

Or you could use those UN brackets when they come out.
08-25-2009, 01:52 PM
shazza

Will those 120mm brackets work with the 140mm radiator?

Also can't wait for the UN brackets.
08-25-2009, 01:52 PM
SNiiPE_DoGG

Looking forward to another great P80 build aka_GK :)

:up::toast:
08-25-2009, 01:57 PM
eponymous

Quote:

Originally Posted by shazza

Will those 120mm brackets work with the 140mm radiator?

Also can't wait for the UN brackets.

Oh well spotted Shazza :)

For some reason I read that aka was using a 120.4 not a 140.3.

I don't think they will fit :(

You could maybe make some from Aluminium?
08-25-2009, 09:53 PM
aka_GK

Thanks Sniipe! :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by eponymous

Check out these for mounting the rad:

http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=21047

I've already picked one :) I'll drill additional holes in this brackets and it will be fine

When I placed my order in PPCs UN bracket was not released yet :( Honestly I am not sure that this rad will fit in my case with UN brackets :eek: I'll take pictures and explain this later.
08-26-2009, 11:09 AM
aka_GK

I measured everything again, rad width is 143mm, bay width is 147mm. As we can see here thickness of the metal UN rad bracket is made of is nearly 2-2.5mm, so I think it is the deal of 1 millimeter or so. Also there should be place for the screw. I sincerely hope that I am wrong and Dave have foreseen this options.

Another teaser shot :)
http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/9442/img4859cutb.jpg
08-26-2009, 11:50 AM
eponymous

Quote:

Originally Posted by aka_GK

I measured everything again, rad width is 143mm, bay width is 147mm. As we can see here thickness of the metal UN rad bracket is made of is nearly 2-2.5mm, so I think it is the deal of 1 millimeter or so. Also there should be place for the screw. I sincerely hope that I am wrong and Dave have foreseen this options.

Another teaser shot :)

Maybe you could just use the side mounting holes that come pre-drilled in Thermochill rads?
08-26-2009, 12:08 PM
aka_GK

Quote:

Originally Posted by eponymous

Maybe you could just use the side mounting holes that come pre-drilled in Thermochill rads?

Yeah, it is another possible option, I've already thought about it today :) thanks for suggestion ;)
08-26-2009, 12:56 PM
eponymous

Quote:

Originally Posted by aka_GK

Yeah, it is another possible option, I've already thought about it today :) thanks for suggestion ;)

Cool :)
08-28-2009, 12:51 AM
aka_GK

I've finished 24-pin so enjoy the photos

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/8833/dsc0066i.jpg

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/3421/dsc0078k.jpg

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/166/dsc0101cla.jpg

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/3033/dsc0092k.jpg

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/6534/dsc0084ejw.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/9625/dsc0109lua.jpg

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/3646/dsc0116rsc.jpg

Yesterday when I had finished 24pin I plugged it to the motherboard just to check how it looks and, to my surprise, was not able to get it back from the MB :eek: It sat very tightly. So for now it is not plugged, sorry guys :)

Need advice:
I've noticed that cuplex hd is little bit off the overall color scheme :( What do you think may be I should change it to Heatkiller?
08-28-2009, 04:20 AM
dingdong555

Killer sleeving job mate, top work!
08-28-2009, 04:51 AM
Oli4v

nice sleeving job

but could you post the pics in a normal size please in case of thumbnails, I like it more to read and watch the pics than clicking on every thumb to watch a pic ;) (like in the startpost ;))

keep it up :-)
08-28-2009, 08:34 AM
aka_GK

Quote:

Originally Posted by dingdong555

Killer sleeving job mate, top work!

thanks a lot :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oli4v

nice sleeving job

but could you post the pics in a normal size please in case of thumbnails, I like it more to read and watch the pics than clicking on every thumb to watch a pic ;) (like in the startpost ;))

keep it up :-)

Ok, as you like. And thanks :cool:
08-28-2009, 10:00 AM
eponymous

Nice photos and nice work - keep going! :D
08-28-2009, 10:11 AM
Oli4v

Quote:

Originally Posted by aka_GK

thanks a lot :)

Ok, as you like. And thanks :cool:

Thank you, the sleeving matches the mobo !
08-28-2009, 10:23 AM
dualbrain

Top Job!
08-28-2009, 10:39 AM
aka_GK

Quote:

Originally Posted by dualbrain

Top Job!

Thanks Nils, but I still have to learn a lot - I hope next cables will be much better ;)

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