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06-03-2011, 06:38 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by shazza

Nice blocks! Soak 'em in some scotch to get them primed and ready.

Shazza, Please don't tell me you got your edjumication from NaeKuh's alma mater? I dipped them in Tequila!

Quote:

Originally Posted by spotswood

Ugh. Now I'm wicked thirsty. :toast:

Get one, and a toast to you too Rich.:D:bounces:
06-03-2011, 06:48 PM
skeyo

I can't see last tree pictures :( Please reupload.
06-05-2011, 04:53 PM
theseeker

Time for a lot of block augmentation, kind of like breast.........never mind.

We start with this...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03886.jpg

Sorry, no pics of the surgery, we have seen naked nvidia cards. The patient afterwords...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03894.jpg

The nickel looks green due the fact that I took this pic in my backyard and all of the green reflected. Additionally, I did not place the backs because I will be changing all of the screws to black. Yes, another tear down is on the way.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03896.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03895.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03897.jpg

I will also replace the top hex heads on the AQ 580's with black hex heads. I must say that Aqua has found a superior mounting solution with their built in stand-offs and ease of installation overall.
The Twinconnect is outstanding, extremely sturdy and well thought out.
Shoggy, you guys need to design a case!

Cheers!
06-05-2011, 05:49 PM
OC Maximus

Very beautiful blocks for sure.
06-05-2011, 05:56 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by coolhandluke41

looks so sweet ,i like the way they design the inlet/outlet on the block,
:) TIM over the RAM or thermal pads ?

TIM! And Aqua does a great job.

Quote:

Originally Posted by OC Maximus

Very beautiful blocks for sure.

Thank you!
06-05-2011, 09:06 PM
SovietKitsch

+1 for Aqua Blocks. I love mine and love any build with them!
06-06-2011, 04:52 AM
emoners

Quote:

Originally Posted by spotswood

the blocks look awesome.

Any pics of you at the birthday party? :rofl:

+1 :d
06-06-2011, 04:54 AM
zalbard

These blocks look better than on the pics on Aqua's site! Makes me regret not getting these! :D
Too bad full nickel Aqua's blocks aren't available for every single card.
06-12-2011, 10:25 AM
theseeker

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Quote:

Originally Posted by zalbard

These blocks look better than on the pics on Aqua's site! Makes me regret not getting these! :D
Too bad full nickel Aqua's blocks aren't available for every single card.

Thanks, I like them too.

Some more of Martin's brilliant work...

Attachment 116167

SATA breakout cable....

Attachment 116168

Attachment 116169

Continuing with my Madness theme, I am ditching the case and getting a new one. :eek:
06-12-2011, 03:23 PM
Osterman

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RED; Pump-250 Res-GPU-MB-Rad
YELLOW; Pump-CPU-Ram-400 Res-Rad
[/QUOTE]

I have to ask...
This is the first time I see a loop where the pump goes before the res. So as far as I undrstand you will be pushing water to the res and then It will go out of it to the block that comes next to it, isn't it?
If am I right, how that works?

Thanks!
06-12-2011, 03:29 PM
zalbard

Which case are you planning to get? Could try 800D or something made by Lian-Li.
06-12-2011, 03:50 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by Osterman

I have to ask...
This is the first time I see a loop where the pump goes before the res. So as far as I undrstand you will be pushing water to the res and then It will go out of it to the block that comes next to it, isn't it?
If am I right, how that works?

Thanks!

I do things a bit differently than most people. I usually go straight from the pump to the blocks, to the Res and then to the Rad. I have found that H20 temps equalize so the loop order does not really matter. I do know that the pump or pumps should be at the lowest mounting position available.
Send a PM if you want more information.

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Originally Posted by zalbard

Which case are you planning to get? Could try 800D or something made by Lian-Li.

Zal, I am looking at a Case Labs TH10 with the pedestal. I need some room!
06-12-2011, 04:24 PM
shazza

Madness!!!! Ever changing parts. Looks like you're still having fun.
06-12-2011, 05:03 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by shazza

Madness!!!! Ever changing parts. Looks like you're still having fun.

Just still Mad!
06-14-2011, 04:16 PM
theseeker

The new case has been ordered and with a little luck, it will be here by the end of next week!
CaseLabs TH10 in white with the pedestal and a number of accessories.
I will post an in depth review once I receive it.

Here is the list;

Case – TH10:
Color – White:
ATX Layout – Reverse:
MB Door – XL Window Upgrade
PSU Door – Std Ventilated:
Top Cover – Std Ventilated:
Front I/O Panel – None:
MB Back Plate – Hex Mesh:
HDD Cage Assy – Std:

Extended Pedestal Assy (White):
MAC-101 Std HDD Cage Assy:
MAC-107 Caster Kit:
MAC-113 Fan Mount: 2
MAC-116 Small Attachment Plate:
MAC-118 Large Attachment Plate:
MAC-123 PSU Support Brkt:
MAC-124 SSD Mount: 3
MAC-129 Bottom Accessory Mount – Double: 2
MAC-152 Vertical Accessory Mount XL: 2
MAC-155 480 Radiator Side Mount: 2
06-15-2011, 01:07 PM
Beriphent

Well I have to say good choice on going with the CaseLabs, I've heard nothing but good things on them.
06-16-2011, 02:07 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beriphent

Well I have to say good choice on going with the CaseLabs, I've heard nothing but good things on them.

Thanks! I have been unable to find anything negative on any forum regarding their cases. Not to mention that their CS is outstanding!
06-17-2011, 01:26 AM
barfastic

ooooh! cant wait!!!! :D
06-17-2011, 07:15 AM
ximius

Looking forward to seeing the white one. Can you try to take some shots for the worklog of assembling the case, and the accessories? The cases look very nice but cant find too many "putting together" pics...
06-19-2011, 12:51 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by ximius

Looking forward to seeing the white one. Can you try to take some shots for the worklog of assembling the case, and the accessories? The cases look very nice but cant find too many "putting together" pics...

I will, just remember that I tend to go overboard!

Now I would appreciate your opinion regarding some colors. My theme is red, white and black and I will be changing the hex head colors on the Aquagrafix cards.
The way it comes....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...d/DSC03895.jpg

All white.....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...03895white.jpg

All black....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...SC03895BLK.jpg

All red.....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...SC03895Red.jpg

And a couple of combos..............

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...3895blkwht.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...SC03895WBR.jpg

I am leaning towards black screws and possibly powdercoating the top covers in white.
Any thoughts?
06-19-2011, 01:21 PM
OC Maximus

Black screws and leave the natural metal finish. It looks spectacular!
06-19-2011, 01:52 PM
theseeker

Quote:

Originally Posted by OC Maximus

Black screws and leave the natural metal finish. It looks spectacular!

Thanks for the input! Black is much easier too.
06-19-2011, 01:54 PM
Alexandr0s

I agree, black definitely looks best :D!

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