Hahahahah, brilliant!
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Hahahahah, brilliant!
Hilarious! You can inform Lou that if he needs somebody to take good care of his train set while he gets lots of r & r, I'll be willing to sacrafice my time. :D
Thanks guys - glad you got a chuckle out of my experiment. It was actually his idea - (well, not the publishing the photo part).
Just a hint of what I'm working on atm. More pics will follow, should I have any success:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...57_H52Nr-M.jpg
Nice pic Shazza, I hope Lou gets better reall soon, does he enjoy you playing nurse maid?. :rolleyes:
Mmmm I Love playing with routers, This should be fun (I mean that in a positive way too) :up:
Have fun!!! :yepp:
Com'on! Its saturday, you've got all day to work and then " we want an update!!" :p:
The morning's effort:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...21_jLKny-M.jpg
Carefully measured the distances to my guides/stops for the router --- oops ... 3 inches from the center of the bit to the edge of the router does not take into account the radius of the bit (3/4"). Let's subtract half of that and try again. This is the "before" pic:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...60_mpwqQ-M.jpg
The result:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...76_UoxVf-M.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...32_WKZpz-M.jpg
No fancy Crysis Gloves, but I did have my proper footware:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...07_SzpL5-M.jpg
Haha, boots of the mud ninja clan! :rofl:
YAY, more router love! I look forward to seeing what else you'll do with it!
you need crysis gloves. or else nothing counts! haha
nice picture in this lovely hand made frame :D ;)
YAY! awww no crysis gloves?? And look, you're crushing the poor flowers :rofl:
Looks great shazza!!
No, mud ninja float above flowers.Quote:
Originally Posted by vistageek92
I risk my life using a router, and all you guys care about is my mud ninja boots :rofl: Since flip flops are my normal footwear, I just wanted to show I was observing saftey rules!
Thanks for the comments, guys - hoping to have some actual cuts of Alumin-eee-um in the next day or two.
Yes, I win! MUD NINJA BOOTS.
Ah, you're a flip-flop-er-er.
Glad you were routing safely!
Can't wait for the results :up:
Really enjoyable to watch the way you present things, shazza :up:
...and it looks like we should chalk another one up for router love.
It's funny you mention that about the flip-flops, I forgot to wear shoes a couple of time and that's all i had. i felt like i was walking on needles for the next couple of days! metal filings /= FTW.Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
Shazza working with wood? Even if it is MDF, my eyes scarcely believe what I am seeing... :p:
I hope your husband is pleased now that he is an internationally known star.
I did laugh when I saw your comments - the boots were for safety, but also really helped minimize the after effects of a backache from bending over the table.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
Thanks Cpt ... I spared you all the practice pieces from the past week. I tried for days to make nice rounded corners with the jigsaw on the template - just couldn't get it right. One key phrase in CyberDruid's guide to cutting a window is if you happen to be a craftsman and have the skill and ... So, I've had to adapt.Quote:
Originally Posted by CptDreadFlint
Yikes - I can imagine. I also wore a respirator because the MDF sprays all over the place.Quote:
Originally Posted by callen_1
Believe it, voigts! I told you I was inspired by your log. Of course, I'm just trying to make a window template now, but who knows where the future goes.Quote:
Originally Posted by voigts
I'd be dead if Lou knew I posted that photo, but happy to report he is recovering nicely from the surgery. 6 more weeks of keeping his shoulder immobilized - needless to say, watching me do my cutting is testing his patience, as he could have done it in a jiffy. But, he's been very helpful.
So, now I have a decision point - ideally I'd like a bit more radius to my corner curves, but may go with what I have. I'm not too comfortable with the idea of working with larger router bits. Still debating if I'm ready to try the using the template to cut some aluminum.
So have you tried your window template yet?????
You should just spray it black and prop it up on the side of your case to take some pictures ;)
hehe ... yah, I tried it. It looks okay. Another thing CyberDruid did was put the window in the right place on his template - I had to put it in the center to give me good stability for the router, so it looks a bit odd on the side of the case :p:
Retry! haha.
Can you route before you cut the excess? >.>
??? Not following you, Wezly. No issue using the template, I just have to place it appropriately on the side panel, since the side panel sits under the template for the next step.
Routers and router tables seem to be the IN power tool at the minute. :)
Looking forward to seeing pics of your finished side panel.
I meant if the window was off because you couldn't secure the board, you could route before you cut it square, and then... cut it square...Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
Ugh, why am I failing at english today....?
Today's progress:
The REAL DEAL - side panel taped and resting before attack of the Jigsaw:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...11_orM6z-M.jpg
Waste is cut out ... awaiting enemy No. 2 - the Router:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...70_mbmDJ-M.jpg
I'd love to be able to show a photo of a nicely finished window, but .................................................. ........ haven't done the router step yet :eek:
A router with aluminium ???
Be carefull :)
A router works great w/ aluminum, depending on the bit.
What bit are you using, Shaz?
The router worked fine with the Aluminum - but remember, I was just removing a thin edge of material. The bit I used with Aluminum was a Flush Trim Template and Pattern Plunge 2-Flute Carbide Tipped Router Bit with Ball Bearing, 1/4-Inch Shank.
And, for those of you who missed it, I'm using a variation of the Window Guide written by CyberDruid - check the Sticky Section for Guides at the top of page 1 in the Computer Cases section.
Enough yapping - here's what happened at the end of the day:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...10_bZWnn-M.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...95_gaZde-M.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...70_Nu3Tm-M.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...49_hF9rx-M.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...74_6u3uQ-M.jpg
There are a couple of small areas that will need a little work, but all in all, better than I expected.
Looks like that turned out just fantastic :clap:
Shazza absolutely beautiful work. I'm taking lessons here so keep up the good work!
ooooooh pretty.
I agree, very nice!
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Originally Posted by Kibbler
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Originally Posted by .:R32
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Originally Posted by Wezly
Thank you for your support, Kibbler, .:R32, Wezly, and callen - I appreciate the comments. I had fun figuring out how to do the window, but it sure was tiring - I read so much about routers and router bits that I'm thinking of making a Router the lead character in my next novel (which, of course, would be my first novel - I think you see why ;) )Quote:
Originally Posted by callen_1
That turbocharged?Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
:D
Great job on the window. Welcome to the wonderfully fantastic world of routing. We hope you enjoy your stay.
Thanks, Xion. lol - not trying to turbocharge anything. Just used the bit we had available that would work on the template. I see where the router can be a very useful tool, but will admit that I am not going to be doing a lot with it right now. While I had no problems using it handheld for this application, I can see where a table is best (we used to have a very nice one, as Lou has done a lot of woodworking). But, no desire to add any more power tools to the arsenal - I'll work with what I have for now. And, I'm fortunate to have a supervisor who knows how to use this stuff, and has been more than patient with me.
The last impression I want to give is that I think we need a lot of power tools to do modding. When I look at what people accomplish with a dremel (Ashraf comes to mind), I'm in awe. Just trying to take it a step at a time, learning how to do new things safely :)
Excellent work Shazza, I am very proud of you, well do. :up:
lady thats a nice cut. Cant wait to see the end results of your worklogQuote:
Originally Posted by shazza
5 Gold Stars I say!
Awesome stuff Sharon. :up:
Love the progress updates - so creative and entertaining!
Where will this journey go - only Sharon knows...
Keep up the great work! :)
o.o oh man i've been away for 2+ months glad to see this build seems to finally be nearing the end point ;) Still looking good as always.
Adopt me? Oh wait. We already went there...
Erm...WOW, Sharon!
Yes. That about sums it up for me. Just WOW!
Telling from your pics, your chipboard template came out awesome!
Can hardly wait to see more!
Aww, thanks, Graeme - I really appreciate your help along the way.Quote:
Originally Posted by kgtiger
Appreciate it, marxviper - let's hope there is an end in sight!Quote:
Originally Posted by marxviper
Thanks for your support, Charles. I wish "only Sharon knows..." was more fact than fiction :cool: I am still working out some layout issues, but will get there.Quote:
Originally Posted by charles_h
Appreciate you stopping back in, Caoder - hehe "nearing the end point," eh - you are definitely an optimistic soul.Quote:
Originally Posted by Caoder
Ahoy Captain Rick. I'm checking on the Pirate Adoption laws in Florida, cause then you'd have to do all this tricky stuff for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by CptDreadFlint
I'll try to add a photo later (still coffee time for me) - but I put the panel on the case, and :eek::eek::eek: - the window is in the right place. I had nightmares that I actually cut it out of the wrong part of the panel, even though I double-checked a dozen times, and wrote "XXX for window" on the panel before cutting.
I misread that at first and thought you said wrong place!Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
That's good. Can't wait to see that pic!
The side panel in place - no finishing of the window edges yet, just peeled the tape back:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...31_yLoxd-M.jpg
wow clean! and room too :)
The light is hitting everything in such a way to white/gray-wash it. The NB looks nice in gunmetal. And that Supreme LT! Supreme is probably my new favorite block as far as looks go.....
Still a big Swiftech fan though. Anyway.
Glad to see it turned out the way you wanted! (until the next update maybe :p:)
great!
Thanks, illidan - but, the rest of the room is not so clean at the moment :(Quote:
Originally Posted by illidan
Ha - it was a cold and dreary day, and there was very little light - so I just posted the B&W shot with a bit of red, since all I really wanted to show was the window cutout.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
I love the Swiftech mounting system, but prefer the cleaner look EK brings to the table - and also wanted less flow restriction.
You read my mind, I think. I still have more cuts to do on that side panel ...
Thanks for dropping in, sir. Hope all is well with you.Quote:
Originally Posted by aka_GK
You did a great job of cutting that panel, came out perfect. The red backplate and tubing go so well with the rest of your case. :)
Nice work Shazza, I second the motion for 5 Gold Stars!!!!! :up:
Lookin' great Shazz.
Oh... here I thought you put white masking tape on the side XDQuote:
Originally Posted by shazza
After reviewing the photo, I noticed it was white outside :shakes:
Sigh.... What cuts are left? just the mini window right?
Looking fantastic Shazza. You are making some incredible cuts. If I didn't know better I would think this was your main job and not a hobby. Keep up the great work.
Shazza that system looks beautiful as always!! I didn't like the way my painting turned out so I took it in to get powder coated, so It should look a lot better!! Is it easy to take the fan off the hub on the those gentle typhoons? My zalmans have been dying here and there.....Oh, you think you have a vortex? You should see what the triple ddc 3.25's do in my Iand H res!! I will have to post a pic!!!!:P
Thanks again for the feedback, guys - it's always appreciated. While the work log has been quiet, I have been slaving away on lots of bits and pieces. Also tackling something new. I got so tired of hearing "you really should learn to use a CAD program." (I notice it only really pi$$es me off when I know he's right?)
So, sat down to tackle Google Sketchup once and for all. Fortunately, my case is one of those included here, so it's simply a matter of downloading components and putting them together. Easy, Peasy, as the Cpt. would say:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...04_n29ZQ-M.jpg
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: I am definitely one of those gals who has difficulty with 3D visualization.
I'm the same as you shazza, 3D is hard :(. looks like we'll just have to stick to measure, measure, measure and fit.
Hey Sharon, sorry to post in the thread but I sent ya a PM a few days ago. Wondering if you came across it yet? :D
I'll say this before Cpt gets in here. Arggg, the radiator, she be sinkin':ROTF:.Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
Yeah ... I had a heck of a time figuring out which axis to rotate to get things oriented correctly.Quote:
Originally Posted by callen_1
Sorry about that, CP - got quite a few PMs I've got to clean up - will catch you soon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chicken Patty
lol - you're tellin' me. Almost gave up, since no matter which axis I used, I couldn't get the damn thing straight - then I realized the starting point was also critical :am:Quote:
Originally Posted by Waterlogged
Okay - determined not to give up, I plugged away for a couple of more hours (yes, I'm slow), but I'm finally getting the hang of it. So, here's a mock-up of the new bottom layout ...
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...67_f8JNZ-M.jpg
I started this whole exercise to verify my next cutouts for the front panel - including fan placement and the LCD screen. Only got this far before it was pool time, but I did figure out how to cut a hole in the side panel :p:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...96_ZAhf8-M.jpg
So that's it for today. I know this is OLD HAT for many of you, but I've never made it past the loading stage for sketchup, so I'm happy with the day's output.
And yes - one should do this in the beginning ... remember, I told you I'm winging it on this build. Maybe next time I'll do better.
Thanks for looking.
@Waterlogged :rofl:
It's ok, Shazza, you made it further than I did with sketchup.
As this post was.... posted.... I saw your result for the day. Incredible!
Hay Shazza, it's excellent to see you trying new things, it's become a bit of a trend in this work log of yours. :up:
Instead of writting you a short story I will try to just leave it as a memo. :ROTF:
The Key to Sketchup is working in Layers. :up:
That way you can name parts, allocate a layer then turn it on or off if its in the way when working on something near by.
The best thing I ever found was the Google sketckup Tutorials, watch them all, if you haven't already, very well worth it, heaps of good how-to info in them. :up:
http://sketchup.google.com/training/...ew_to_gsu.html
I just downloaded them all, theres about 28 of them but there only short, say 4 -7 min each and then I just kept going back as I needed info on a particular tool.
Like the "follow me" tool or the "push" tool, both very handy by the way.
Have fun with it Shazza I will drop back soon for another look. :D
I love that you bothered to give your 3D environment green meadows and blue skies *laugh out loud* :rofl:
Has this case been discontinued?
Haha! Didn't know Waterlogged was so good at impersonations...
But Yarr!
Sharon, me hearty...Yer rad be sinkin', lass.
I got as far as installing Sketchup and downloading a pre-rendered UFO-U2. But's that's about it.
It took me years to learn Maya and I'm still learning. 3D apps are not easy to learn. You managed to place and manipulate objects in one afternoon.
It really is a treat for me to see you continue to build your modding knowledge aresenal...powertools, Sketchup, painting, testing, it goes on...
Few may consider some of the things you share with us, "Old Hat", but at least for me and others who are still learning, it's truly enjoyable to watch your progress. You make it fun to not only learn from you, but to also learn alongside you. :up:
To negate the cheese and corn that I dropped in here, I must say this:
"Yo no soy marinero. Yo no soy marinero.
Soy capitan, soy capitan." :eleph:
I believe that's the default simple template environment if I'm not mistaken... :shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by Kibbler
I would have left that dude with that blank stare in there. lol
Oops, forgot to respond to you in my google-citement. Pretty easy to take the blades off - two toothpics to spread the snap ring worked best for me - but work inside a plastic bag to save yourself when the rings fly (that would be just the fan in the bag, not your head :D)Quote:
Originally Posted by BringerOdeath
Thanks Wezly - yeah, WL comes up with some good ones - it made me laugh as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
Ah - thanks Graeme. The videos made no sense to me until I'd struggled with the software for a few hours - now they're helping a lot. Also using "Google Sketchup 7 for Dummies," by Aidan Chopra. As for trying new stuff - that's the whole point of this build, so am enjoying the journey, and it's nice to have friends along for the ride.Quote:
Originally Posted by kgtiger
Well, I would have done palm trees, but I'm not that good yet ;) As :eleph: - man says, that's the default background. It did help keep me knowing which way was up...Quote:
Originally Posted by Kibbler
Yes, it seems to have been discontinued for a while now - it's basically the same as the Lian Li V2000 which is also discontinued. Too bad, as it has loads of room for water cooling.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr.Farva
lol - you are definitely La Bamba (and so glad you edited your post to get pinkie in). Seriously, appreciate the support - and can't wait to see where you're going with the Black Freighter, as you are keeping us in much suspense.Quote:
Originally Posted by CptDreadFlint
Thx Shazza, I will have to pick those up! What rpm's are you using? 1450 or 1850?
I'll be using a combo of 1450RPM and 1850RPM fans, BringerOdeath.
Whew - been struggling mightily in 3D space - visiting dimensions I didn't even know existed. But, have a reasonable model of the bottom compartment. Trying to figure out how to do a removable module for the rads/pumps/res. Here's a mock-up made in Sketchup - I still need to add the fill tube from the res. My concerns are 1) how to hook it all together so it's stable, yet can be lifted out of the bottom compartment, 2) how best to isolate vibration from the pumps, and 3) will a very short fill tube work?
The loop order is Pump > CPU > GPU > Top Front Rad > Bottom Front Rad > Drain > Bottom Back Rad > Top Back Rad > Res > Pump
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...96_Ejxdf-L.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...61_H97xv-L.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...77_U89DF-L.jpg
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...04_fKRE4-L.jpg
I converted the MCR320 (submitted to the sketchup gallery at bit-tech by kinghong1970) to a 420, and painted the GT fans, which were from Mick - thanks guys!). The res and pump with tops I found in the Sketchup 3D Warehouse.
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I concur.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
wow, nice render! And I like the idea
If it were me, I'd whip up some round rods (8 to be precise) of the proper spacing length that had 6-32 right and left hand threads and thread them into the rads. Seeing you unlikely have the same equipment I have (lathe ;)), maybe go for some reasonably thick sheet metal (perhaps 18ga) strips bent to the proper distance and screwed into place?,. . .or maybe even use 2 full set of UN's rad brackets to hold the rads together? Heck, if you use 3 sets, you might even be able to provide a method to mount the pumps with a UN pump mount as well. :shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
Looking good Shazza !
More updates please !:)
Thanks for the feedback, guys. You may have noticed I've upped my cooling capacity from what I originally planned - my thought is that this is such a large case, it will at sometime house a different board than the micro-ATX and the single 5850 GPU, so might as well make it ready now.
I'm also trying to isolate everything to do with "water" in the bottom section, except, of course, for the tubing runs to the water block. I also don't want to block any airflow between the radiators, which is why the strange pump/res placement. We'll see how it works soon, I hope.
Ahhh ... yes, the lathe - I don't think the audience could take another trauma-filled expose on me learning to use such an addition :p: Could probably get some made locally.Quote:
Originally Posted by Waterlogged
I didn't even know they made double threaded rods - you can actually buy them, but I don't think they come in the small thread size I need. I've got a few UN Designs rad brackets, and some other corner brackets to try ... just trying to avoid it looking like a second grader did it. I've yet to figure out how to mount the pump, but will keep working at it. Thanks for the ideas.
Are you going to cut the bottom out of the case to allow air between the rads? Or is there fresh intake somewhere else?
I've seen it called something... pana-flow, para-flow?
I think bianco did it, which was a take-off from some other modder who knew a guy with a friend and some parts.........
I found the post.
Hay Shazza your Sketchup work is looking good, love the red fans and it's good to see you got the hang of doing the tubing as well, very nice.
As for mounting the rads, Bitspower have these http://www.jab-tech.com/Bitspower-Ra...K-pr-4404.html.
There is another design I plan on using, I could get them from Gam mods but I plan to make them myself.
His site is down for maintenance at the moment so I will post a link when it's back up and running again.
I just remembered this
This photo is from NaMcOs last build "The Project". The ones at Gams are made of aluminium not acrylic like NaMcO's are, but you get the idea.
I am sure someone in the states sells them or you could make them your self.
As for mounting the pumps, you could use a piece of aluminium bent up into a U shape to fit in between the rad brackets.
Bolt it onto the rads by using the fan hole mounts at top of the brackets so it sits flush with the top.
Or you could also just use two pieces of aluminium angle (25x25mm/ 1"x1") thats are long enough to suport the pumps and bolted the angle to the rads using the fan hole mounts.
Then cut a small piece off that aluminium sheet you have to cover the gap between the aluminium angles.
Then bolt that samll pieces of sheet aluminium to the angles so you can mount the pumps on top.
Hope that all makes sence to you Shazza. :rolleyes:
http://www.tech-caffe.com/gfx/project/proj053.jpg
The construcion of carbide wood router bits is suprisingly similar to their cousins used in machining. The main difference is that wood routers use a much smaller shank in relation to the cutter diameter. Other than that, pretty much the same animal, and as you found out, they work extremely well for stuff like you did.Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
Nice work btw...
Awesome Sketchup work, Sharon! Anxiously awaiting further developments on Operation Horizontal Res Mount :up:
Ahh ... I remember seeing that in bianco's log, and also Petra showed an Antec case where he set it up like that. I won't be trying that in Rev 1 ... let's see how it goes first. Planning to set it up Fans > Front Rad > space > Back Rad > Fans. I'll use 1850 GTs for the fans, then adjust as necessary, perhaps running the back rad fans at higher RPM to get the warm air out of the bottom. Two quads should give me more than ample cooling, even though the back rad will be seeing warmer air from the front one - we'll see.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
Thanks for the ideas on mounting the radiators and pump - I checked out that bracket at Gammods - interesting.Quote:
Originally Posted by kgtiger
Thanks for stopping in, iandh - I would have tried one of your new reservoirs, but already had this one hiding in the drawer.Quote:
Originally Posted by iandh
Uh Oh ... your post made me think - is it gonna work? So, I went ahead and set it up just to see. So far so good - took a while to bleed the air out (requires a bit of tilting), but the short fill line is not an issue. Vibration is not too bad, even with the pumps resting on the rads (temporary only).Quote:
Originally Posted by CptDreadFlint
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...32_RuEHW-M.jpg
Just messing around with the camera, but also showing preparation for Safe Cutting (still have to do the new midplate and the fan holes on the side panels):
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/Computer...47_FU6ev-M.jpg
This is coming along very nicely! Looks like it will be quite a tight fit between the pumps and the midplate. Can't wait to see how it will look like when you have the midplate done. I'm in the works of designing my own case with a similar rad setup, so also very interested in how the warm air from the first rad will affect the second one. Always a pleasure to follow your builds shazza!:up:
I would be so completely lost without Sketchup. I've got a lot of down time at work, and I can't even begin to tell you how much time between down time at work and at home I've spent working in Sketchup. There is no way I could build cases without it. I'm no expert, and I continually learn new things about it.
I even started playing in kerkythea and did some renders. Now I am finding myself trying to better learn photography so that I can take better pics. Does it ever end?
Simple answer: No:)
Shazza, for the pumps, I suggest you refer to Kibbler's cooling unit.
There may be a bend or two more, but I think it's the perfect solution considering where your pumps are laying against the rads in the second-to-last picture.
That way you too can have a cooling unit :p:
- thanks for stopping in - appreciate it. I should have just enough space between the midplate and pumps. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with for your case!Quote:
@ woffen
Sketchup is fun, but I admit it is terribly difficult for me. Not the mechanics of the software - just getting my head around 3D space, but it's getting easier as I practice. You are already an expert! Agree with woffen - the answer is "NO" to the question, "does it ever stop?" I've only been playing with my DSLR for less than 2 years, and feel like it's going to take another 10 years to get consistent results - and doubt it will ever be mastered.Quote:
@voigts
- Kibbler's unit works great in his case, and would work for me too. But, I have so much extra space in that bottom compartment, that I might as well use it all up. I also want to try it with nothing blocking air flow from rad 1 to rad 2. Later, I may experiment with more fans / thicker radiator, etc. Keep the ideas coming - even if I don't go with it, it makes me think.Quote:
@Wezly
I wasn't sure if you would see it the same way I would. It wouldn't block the air-flow the way I'm thinking. If you take the bottom mount he has, the one with the cutting and bending, and put it on the fan mounting holes facing towards the pump where you currently have it floating. I know you saw that part of his log....
ugh I just don't feel like copying pictures. Gimme a few hours from this post :shakes: so lazy...
I really like the setup you have there. It's unique and makes good logical use of space. If you decide to roll with this arrangement remember to have the fans blowing the right direction so that the hot coolant is returning to rad#2 (the one that's sucking warm air), then going to rad#1 (the one sucking in fresh air). There's more of a consistent temperature delta that way, I only thought of it because it's important for GTXs. What you have there is kinda like a mega 2-part GTX.
As for how to mount the pumps and stuff, I will shoot you a PM in a while for your consideration. :)
Thats an interesting ponit you make there Kibbler about the,
"fans blowing the right direction so that the hot coolant is returning to rad#2 (the one that's sucking warm air), then going to rad#1 (the one sucking in fresh air). :up:
hmmmnnn - I think I'm beginning to see what you mean. Will give it some more thought.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wezly
Thanks much, Kibbler - will see if I can sort the rad flow out, as I have it the opposite now - but that's just temporary for testing. This also sounds like something that would be fun to test with some temp sensors and a few different configs (project extend mode on ;) ).Quote:
Originally Posted by Kibbler
Yes ... it is. I've no experience with the GTX rads, and no experience with this setup, so willing to take all incoming advice.Quote:
Originally Posted by kgtiger
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=27525
Take one of those, since you don't have to cut the bent part of the bracket, bend it out to a right angle, mount it on the other bent-over (backwards really) piece going from the rads, and then use the swively part as usual to attach the pump.
Or, hard mount it to the bottom of the case if you aren't doing paraflow. Steady beam of aluminum seems nice too haha. Just attach it to the inner pump mounts.
Actually, just found this
And this, but on a larger scale:
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=22699
Wow, Shazza, still looking great. I'm enjoying watching you learn...since I'm learning quite a bit myself! Do you think a Dremel with a router bit would cut that thick alu side panel?
Pooper scoopers.
Thought there may have been an update.
All good though, Sharon. I know you're busy - "vacationing".
i'm moving down to florida!!! which is awesome bc 90% of my family lives there...and now the reason i posted....that also means my computer temps just went from good to....molten. lol. btw sad fact...cost to rent a uhaul van for the move=more then to buy a truck to make the move...4500$ for a 2-3day drive is retarded -.-
right...rant over...not sure why i posted it...but i did...
btw those rads are making me jealous lol, this build is really starting to look sexy! can't wait to see the finished product!
and bc i'm hyper bc of the upcoming move....
EMOTICON ATTACK!!!
:):(:confused::D;):p::cool::rolleyes::mad::eek::ye pp::rofl::ROTF::clap::welcome::down::up::shakes::s hrug::shocked::dog::dog::help::lol::slap::slapass: :slap::slapass::slap::woot::woot::woot::gay::gay:: scope::oscar::peace::eh::horse::horse::stop::stop: :stop::hammer::sofa::lastweek::lastweek::hm::surf: :para::bs::with::with::with::with::with::with::slo bber::smoke::zombie::eek2::cow::sick::hitself::far t::fart::hrhr::wierd::confused2:devil::comp10::son ic::gamer::slash::flame:
ok i stop there...bc there's way more emoticons on this forum then i thought...
almost forgot
:gay:
Thanks for the idea, Wezly.
Nice to see you, headala :cool:
Aye, Cpt - I be vacationing in the land of the Saguaros ( you notice how it never comes off well when the rest of us try this Pirate Talk :p: )
Whoa there, 4GOTTEN - a bit much coffee? lol - hope you enjoy Florida as much as I do.
OK - I've been avoiding posting, 'cause I didn't want to give a false sense that there was an actual update. We're visiting the dog in Arizona - won't be back in Florida for another week or so. Can't wait to get things moving again. Arggghh ... and then I only have a short window before we leave again - so the updates will be hot and heavy (or put on hold for several months).
Shazza admiting that u become a naekuh is the first sign of recovery.Quote:
Originally Posted by shazza
:rofl:
Hey ... I haven't moved on the next project, just trying to fit my building time in with all this travel ;) Starting next week, I'll have a month to get things done - if I don't at least get a working system setup in the Black Pearl - I will concede and seek counseling for NaeKuhitis. I'm just worried that I'll have to scale back some of my plans for the build.
lolz..
well i think im gonna have a work log soon.
I need a complete tear down and rebuild of nadeshiko.
BTW i could never for the life of me get a cylindrical res ever to work sideways, so good luck with that.
The only way would be to put some kind of spounge type material, like this inside the res:
http://source-www.petco.com/Assets/p...556110220B.jpg
But when i did that, it looked very ugly. Maybe if u threw in a silver ingot it might add bling to the sponge? :rofl:
a 1 troy ounce silver ingot will fit nicely inside a EK res.
Also, shazza to my understanding, the blades on the servo are weight balanced.
How did the painting effect the balance? Do you feel any vibration from the fan now that u painted it?
Does it still spin forever when you cut the power off?
i was planning on doing the same thing with my rads but i was gunna use 2 of the un design brackets xD they should work great via discussion in this thread http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...d.php?t=235056
hey shazza is there a update in planing ?! want to see more pictures :)
I'm gonna hold you to that work log ;) As for the horizontal res, I don't have a lot of turbulence with both pumps running, as long as it's going through both radiators and the water blocks - we'll have to see.Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
Re the fans - didn't notice any difference in their spinnability or noise - tried to be very careful to apply the paint lightly and evenly.
I have some of the Un Design brackets, also a few other things to try. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Caoder
Should be some more updates/photos starting next week - still away from home right now.Quote:
Originally Posted by whuzabi
I want to see you try to explain to your doctor that you need medicine for a NaeKuhitis condition that you are experiencing. :confused:
the medication for that is only legal in california.Quote:
Originally Posted by voigts
:rofl:
yes...yes i did have some coffee...after i posted it calmed me down greatly, thank you for that suggestion. but replies starting next week D: i'm moving monday i wont be able to see! lol. lesat not for a while... got quite the trip coming up...monday go to oklahoma stay till tuesday then go to texas stay till wednesday-thursday depending on the time we get there, friday-saturday drive to opposite end of flroida to say hi to cousin i haven't seen in about 10+/-3 years then go back to the bay/washington area in florida around sunday...then unpack and move in...to my friends house till i find a local job...should be....fun...except the driving part...and the telling gf's parents she's pregnant...at the rate my gf is moving as far as telling them...most likely in person...i'm so gonna be shot...should be fun :P
so in short update update update!!! *get's rest of forum chanting with me**or not*
gotta go buy a wireless adapter for my desktop...or find a way to string my ethernet cord (25') across 500sq ft of house....without letting it be noticed.