Project: .:BLACK:. - Watercooled Lian Li V350 Small Form Factor

Hi all!

Well, nearly have all the parts for my upcoming project, so thought I would start a little build log. This project will be quite a challenge for me, being my first watercooled Small Form Factor. Nonetheless, I will be jumping into it with my usual hastiness and arrogance! :ROTF:

Core components:
Case: Silverstone SG02-F in BLACK
Motherboard: Asus P5E-VM HDMI (yet to arrive)
CPU: E6850
Video: inno3d 8800GT (may look to swap this for something with black PCB)
RAM: Crucial Ballistix 2x2GB PC2-6400
Optical: Pioneer DVR-215
HDD: WD 640gb
PSU: Corsair HX 620W

Cooling:
CPU: DTEK FuZion v1
GPU: XSPC Razor
Chipset: EK (need to find out which model fits G35)
Radiator: Swiftech MCR220 QP
Pump: MCP350 with Petra's Top
Tubing: Tygon 3/8" x 5/8" in BLACK (yet to order)
Fittings: Bistpower compression (and waiting on 45's!)

Planned mods:
All black inside case (probably powdercoating)
Window mod
White CCFL lighting (switchable)

So the whole idea of this build is not centred around overclocking, but around a small form factor, portability and quietness. Hence, I think the MCR220 *SHOULD* do the job, we will see. Looking forward to all the parts arriving so I can kick it off!

Pics up in the next couple of days.

nice :up:

heres a few EK blocks that will fit

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/produc...roducts_id=223
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/nb-max-s.jpg

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/produc...roducts_id=261
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images...B-5-Acetal.jpg

this one should fit, ill verify for you

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/produc...roducts_id=263
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images...B-6-Acetal.jpg

i personally like that one the best, but i had a MCW30, and i knew it fit so i used it.

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Originally Posted by evil-98

nice :up:

this one should fit, ill verify for you

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If you could, that would be great, thanks. Threads seem to be far enough apart for compression fittings also :up:

Not to much of an update today, but here goes:

Put some parts into place in the case today to see what's what. As it turns out, my worst fear is realised. It looks like the rad and fans aren't going to fit both internally like I had hoped:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black001.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black002.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black003.jpg

So maybe the rad will have to go externally with the barbs into the case at the front. Not exactly how I would have liked it, but it may have to do:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black004.jpg

As you can see, the pump room is just fine (even if the fans did end up internal). To do this the hard drive cage (which sits under opticals) was shifted entirely to the right hand side of the case which meant removal of the HDD cooling fan. This won't be a problem as my one and only HDD is mounted in the 5.25" area.

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black005.jpg

Didn't have a whole lot of time left on my hands today, so I got to shortening the SATA power cable for my DVD and HDD. I can't stand how long they are, so I attacked it!

Started out by measuring the distance required between the two SATA connectors:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black007.jpg

Then started pulling apart the SATA cable:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black008.jpg

Man I love these Corsair power supplies. The cabling is so easy to modify with re-usable connectors! Only thing to watch out for is the all black wiring, don't want to mix up the wires and fry a HDD!

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black011.jpg

And here is the finished result:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black012.jpg

And back in it's place. Happy with the result, will look better when my cable sleeving arrives!

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black014.jpg

And that's all for today, unfortunately. Heading up to the hills to some wineries tomorrow, so doubt will get any done then.

Well, I seem to have found the solution to my problem. Gigabyte made the G33M-DS2R which has everything I need, and has the PCI-E socket for the gfx card closest to the CPU socket, so my rad and fans will fit internally!

Now, only problem is that the board isn't black, so this is going to throw my theme off.

Well, I've changed the project's name to .:LIL WONDER:. being that the black theme is out the window.

Found myself a brand new G33M-DS2R through a distributor here in Australia. Gotta be lucky sometimes!

Also, for those unfamiliar with the case, here are some pics from the Silverstone website:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black015.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black016.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black017.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black018.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black019.jpg

Looking good!!!

Whats your primary purpose of this machine when you get done with the project?

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Originally Posted by skinnee

Looking good!!!

Whats your primary purpose of this machine when you get done with the project?

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This is my everyday Uni work/browsing/gaming machine. Take it to the odd lan too

hey just a thought,
How about a 120mm rad and fan internally with ur pump moved to the back of the case over the mobo, and another 120 in the roof slightly into the top drive bay???
I have an almost Identical Setup as you and yes I came into this same problem as you! im currently sketching what MIGHT work...

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Originally Posted by gazmtk

hey just a thought,
How about a 120mm rad and fan internally with ur pump moved to the back of the case over the mobo, and another 120 in the roof slightly into the top drive bay???
I have an almost Identical Setup as you and yes I came into this same problem as you! im currently sketching what MIGHT work...

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Thanks for the thought mate. However I have found the solution to the problem, have purchased the G33M-DS2R and now the MCR220 will fit just fine :up:

Here it is!

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black020.jpg

Well, I have the motherbord installed in the case. I think I need a confined spaces permit to work in there hahaha.

Anyway, looks like I'm scrapping the chipset from the watercooling loop. Simply not going to be enough room for all the tubing. You can see in the following pics how close the vid card is to the chipset, and how small the gap is between vid card/power supply/top of case/optical drive. I just don't think it's going to happen. Doesn't really bother me I guess, as being that I don't expect much of an overclock due to the modest cooling, I won't be pushing the northbridge too hard.

Anyway, pic time.

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black021.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black022.jpg

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black023.jpg

looks like you can go internal now, the PCI-E is the first slot, what good luck :up:
ahh come on dont let space be the issue! im just as cramped as you are lol

my lil bro is doing a rig with almost the exactly the same components are you statts! :)

same mobo,case,psu,gfx imagine that.

lol

We will keep an eye on this build.

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Originally Posted by evil-98

looks like you can go internal now, the PCI-E is the first slot, what good luck :up:
ahh come on dont let space be the issue! im just as cramped as you are lol

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Yeah, it was the only motherboard I could find with the PCI-E in the first slot, as I said, it threw my theme out, but makes it much easier to work with, and "tidier"

Going to try and make rad brackets today, and if I get a chance do a bit of a trial fit with the blocks, see how much room I have for tubing.

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Originally Posted by disruptfam

my lil bro is doing a rig with almost the exactly the same components are you statts! :)

same mobo,case,psu,gfx imagine that.

lol

We will keep an eye on this build.

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Good news! Is he water cooling as well?

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Originally Posted by Statts

Thanks for the thought mate. However I have found the solution to the problem, have purchased the G33M-DS2R and now the MCR220 will fit just fine :up:

Here it is!

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black020.jpg

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I was trying to help keep the ALL BLACK theme :up:
but glad you have a solution to your problem, Im loving all these SG-02F builds, I keep changing my plan of attack on mine because of them, lucky i have yet to 'MOD' the case :rolleyes:

Small update today, as I've been a little lazy lol.

While the new motherboard with the better PCI-E placement has helped to provide enough room for the rad and fans to be internal, there simply isn't enough room for the 90degree apators I would require on a full cover block. To give you an idea (pics coming) there is approx 18mm between the back of the video card and the PSU, and approx 30mm between front side of video card and where the fans on the rad will sit.

Thus, another change to the plan:

D-Tek FuZion GFX 2 GPU Block
iandh ram sink

The FuZion GFX 2 seems to be good and low restriction, which will suit my build. The barbs facing upwards will suit, however might still need 90's on top. iandh's ramsinks are said to perform really well, and should do well with the radiator fans blowing straight onto it.

So that's that. Was looking forward to using a full cover block but this will have to do.

More tomorrow (or today!)

you can still use a FC block, just need to have both barbs on the same side.... yes its abit more work to mount it, but dont give up on your original plan, plus those heat sinks get rather toastie.... id rather FC over D-Tek anyday in your given application.... my .02 cents

the barbs cannot face from the backside of the card, as the PSU is only 18mm away (no room for a 90deg or a fitting of any type) and the fans will only be 15mm (at best) from the FC block (30mm PCB to fans, minus 15mm block thickness)

ok this is just getting thrown in there, maybe modify and tap a FC block so it comes out the sides rather then the back or the front, it might work.... that gives me an idea for my ek88 fc block actually :)

P.S. Im thinking about my build here too....

Hrmm, I'll look into it, but might not be a possibility

i know the fuzion gfx2 will work if its barbs facing towards HDDs/front, the block is so low aswell :)

Ok as I was being a tad lazy when suggesting to retap the barbs into the sides of the FC block, I decided to pull out my EK88 FC block and check it, well with the Acetal top it would very easily be a possibility, there is enough room to drill and tap it, but i would be putting ALOT of pressure on the top and bottom so you got a nice clean fit.... theres a few options on how to do it tho.
as for the Fuzion GFX2, the memory is not going to be actively cooled too well in this particular case, in something like a Lian Li PC-V350 yeh, I have both of these cases, and the SG02 isnt the best for ram sinks on a GFX card... just my opinion tho, i dont think the airflow would cool them..

Keep it up!

Nice little idea.

I was wondering if W/C is such a good idea for a portable build? I mena I've lost wireless and sounds cards to viration from carting my case around and if I had watercooling my case wouldn't move from where it sits.

Or am I being paranoid? :p

JM

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Originally Posted by SeanB

i know the fuzion gfx2 will work if its barbs facing towards HDDs/front, the block is so low aswell :)

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I'll keep that in mind, thanks, that may be beneficial to me with a 90 on the upper fitting (in) and straight out the lower fitting!

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Originally Posted by gazmtk

Ok as I was being a tad lazy when suggesting to retap the barbs into the sides of the FC block, I decided to pull out my EK88 FC block and check it, well with the Acetal top it would very easily be a possibility, there is enough room to drill and tap it, but i would be putting ALOT of pressure on the top and bottom so you got a nice clean fit.... theres a few options on how to do it tho.
as for the Fuzion GFX2, the memory is not going to be actively cooled too well in this particular case, in something like a Lian Li PC-V350 yeh, I have both of these cases, and the SG02 isnt the best for ram sinks on a GFX card... just my opinion tho, i dont think the airflow would cool them..

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Thanks for putting a lot of effort and thinking into this build with me mate. I am pretty confident the ramsinks should work fine, the card will have a 120mm Yate Loon Medium blowing directly onto it at a distance of about 30mm. I just can't visualize, or see myself, modifying an FC block in the manner you have suggested. Would make an excellent mod though!

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Originally Posted by dingdong555

Keep it up!

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Thanks, I plan to! :up:

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Originally Posted by Jim Morbid

Nice little idea.

I was wondering if W/C is such a good idea for a portable build? I mena I've lost wireless and sounds cards to viration from carting my case around and if I had watercooling my case wouldn't move from where it sits.

Or am I being paranoid? :p

JM

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To be honest it will VERY rarely move, and if it does, it would be in the utmost of care. SHOULD be fine (emphasize should :rofl:)

Radiator brackets and mounting tomorrow, got my Aluminium today. If I get time, I will cut the hole for the RadGrillz too.

pics or ban. :up:

OK, so I didn't get around to the rad mounts today, as my Dremel decided to pack it in about half way through the work. They are all measured up and ready to cut though!

Here's what I did do today:

Measured up the rad hole in the case cover:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black024.jpg

Cut it out (hadn't been smoothed up yet):
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black025.jpg

And put the ACRyan Radgrillz on:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black026.jpg

Note that I probably won't have room for mounting bolts and nuts for the Radgrillz, so I will be adhering it on.

Also, ignore the scratches made whilst cutting the hole. The case cover will be stripped pack and powdercoated when the chassis is :up:

Nice Work Statts!! :clap:
Sorry to hear about your Dremel, mine packed up on me last month..... somehow I dont think it was made to get thrown... lol :rolleyes:
I actually am currently lining up the Rad on mine (mine will be rows up from the bottom and 2 columns from the front of the case), waiting for my Grill tho before I cut, Im going to get hex head bolts in black and put it all the way through to the Rad.
one question, what are you doing with the rest of the vent holes??
Im going to be putting a plate on the inside and bog filling mine before getting painted.... Painted you ask??

heres a lil sneak preview of what she will look like...

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Nice Work Statts!! :clap:
Sorry to hear about your Dremel, mine packed up on me last month..... somehow I dont think it was made to get thrown... lol :rolleyes:
I actually am currently lining up the Rad on mine (mine will be rows up from the bottom and 2 columns from the front of the case), waiting for my Grill tho before I cut, Im going to get hex head bolts in black and put it all the way through to the Rad.
one question, what are you doing with the rest of the vent holes??
Im going to be putting a plate on the inside and bog filling mine before getting painted.... Painted you ask??

heres a lil sneak preview of what she will look like...

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Well, I am going to have a window on the top above the GPU/rad area so that will eliminate those two vent holes.

You are painting yours a matte black but the looks? Should be good :up:

The bolting the grille through the case lid into the rad, how to you plan on taking the lid on and off again afterwards?

Ohh I meant the extra holes around your grill, sorry I should be more specific in future :(
If you look close its a Very dark grey with splashes of black in there, and it will probably be Satin, not Gloss and not Matte, neither of those two will do it justice...
and Ive played with it, providing I leave a little bit of extra tubing (5cm?? if I measured correct) I will have enough play to be able to unscrew the Rad and Grill and then leave the Rad hanging while I work inside..

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Ohh I meant the extra holes around your grill, sorry I should be more specific in future :(
If you look close its a Very dark grey with splashes of black in there, and it will probably be Satin, not Gloss and not Matte, neither of those two will do it justice...
and Ive played with it, providing I leave a little bit of extra tubing (5cm?? if I measured correct) I will have enough play to be able to unscrew the Rad and Grill and then leave the Rad hanging while I work inside..

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OK, that sounds like a good idea. :up:

Yeh, see we are helping eachother out here, your already further along then me, but because I am working on the exact same case we are sharing Ideas, and I am taking alot of lessons off yourself and Evil's build... so its a pleasure to give something back in return :up:

Im not gonna start a Build Log until I get everything I need in my hands, otherwise it will take too long :shakes:

OK, been a while since an update. Back at Uni now, so things may slow down a little unfortunately.

Anyway, received a little package in the mail today......

10x Bitspower 3/8" x 5/8" compression fittings:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black027.jpg

Mountings from a Scythe Hard Drive Stabilizer to mount my pump:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black028.jpg

iandh ramsinks for my 8800GT:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black029.jpg

Here's the compression fittings fitted to my pump (with Petra's top):
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black030.jpg

And to my MCRES MICRO (yeah it's dirty, new one coming):
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black031.jpg

And to my MCR220:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black032.jpg

Planning on making the radiator mounts tomorrow, see how I go, the Dremel is off under warranty return and I really REALLY need it back!

the compressions are looking good
we need more updates man, ive slowed
down too.. just dont have enough time
in the day... it sucks

yeah, never enough time! update again tomorrow (i hope)

that's too bad that asus mobo didnt fit. it's such a great mATX mobo! what did you do with it afterwards? wanna sell it? :D and that gigabyte mobo is deactivated on newegg, so where did you buy it and how much? i'm also looking for a high end, good clocking mATX and it seems asus was the only one. i'm currently waiting for DFI to release the only mATX mobo with p45 chipset. this would be perfect for you also for high OC'ing black PCB for your theme, and PCI-e slot on the first slot!

Looking fab. I really do like this case and it's great we have a couple of build logs.

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that's too bad that asus mobo didnt fit. it's such a great mATX mobo! what did you do with it afterwards? wanna sell it? :D and that gigabyte mobo is deactivated on newegg, so where did you buy it and how much? i'm also looking for a high end, good clocking mATX and it seems asus was the only one. i'm currently waiting for DFI to release the only mATX mobo with p45 chipset. this would be perfect for you also for high OC'ing black PCB for your theme, and PCI-e slot on the first slot!

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I am in Australia, and there were still a few units floating around at the distributor. This board should clock as well as the Asus, I just wish it was black like the Asus.

DFI boards look good from all reports. Interesting about the PCIE placement, maybe when upgrade time comes....

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Looking fab. I really do like this case and it's great we have a couple of build logs.

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Yeah I love this little case, just wish I had more time to work on it!

Christ, did you buy this before or after it became available?

I hope it is the later although I do know of someone who bought one a few months ago =p

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Christ, did you buy this before or after it became available?

I hope it is the later although I do know of someone who bought one a few months ago =p

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Buy what? The case? I purchased it about 3 weeks ago

Well, has been AAAAGES since my last update. Have been run off my feet with Uni work. Aim is to have this project done in the mid-semester break. Fingers crossed.

Got some more parts arrived, see pics below. Just waiting on some Bitspower rotary 90's and 45's and the loop is ready to go together.

Tygon R-3400 3/8" x 1/2" tubing in BLACK:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black034.jpg

DTEK FuZion GFX 2:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black036.jpg

With Bitspower 3/8" x 1/2" compression fittings:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black037.jpg

Again:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black038.jpg

DTEK FuZion V2:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black039.jpg

With Bitspower 3/8" x 1/2" compression fittings:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black040.jpg

Only just fit!!!!:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black041.jpg

Again:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black042.jpg

Bitspower 3/8" x 1/2" compression fittings:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black043.jpg

Second hand XSPC res with compression fittings:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black044.jpg

I continue with the excellent work

Nice Pictures!

Project BLACK and no Black Sparkle fittings? I demand a recount.

Uh oh - maybe I mis read but..... 3/8"ID 5/8"OD barbs with 3/8"ID 1/2OD? Did they teach you matches at school? The hose will be too thick will it not?

~Bex

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Uh oh - maybe I mis read but..... 3/8"ID 5/8"OD barbs with 3/8"ID 1/2OD? Did they teach you matches at school? The hose will be too thick will it not?

~Bex

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what?

5/8" is bigger then 1/2"... plus his other posts show 3/8"ID 1/2"OD compressions

Looking good, keep going! :up:

Well, it's Uni holidays so that means MUCH more frequent updates!

Since last update, I have picked up a new motherboard (DFI Lanparty JR P45-T2RS) and a new video card (XFX 9800GT).

Here's some pics of the work so far:

New video card with FuZion GFX2 installed. Some of my sleeving work can be seen at bottom of pic:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black045.JPG

Showing motherboard with FuZion v2 installed:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black046.JPG


Next tasks are to modify my iandh ramsinks for the video card as the XFX is not reference design, the mounting holes do not exist and a couple of caps get in the way. Dremel and some thermal adhesive tape will fix this.

Tomorrow is more sleeving and attempt to get my hands on some rotary 45's in a hurry as the clearance for tubing under the power supply is extremely tight!

Overnight update!

All labeled up:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black047.JPG

No turning back now! :shock::
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black048.JPG

All done! Now just have to test it:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black049.JPG

Work today, so tonight's job is shorten the ATX 8pin and maybe mount the radiator.

man that case is gonna be cramped :D subscribed! :up:

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man that case is gonna be cramped :D subscribed! :up:

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Haha you've no idea, these SFF are a PITA to build in. Nice mobo Statts ;)

Now, I don't know if you've hit any issues yet, but please don't use 4 DIMMs with that motherboard;

I owned one back when they came out, and once I leapt to 4GB ram, it all went to hell. The motherboard wouldn't hot boot, and Gigabyte's Tech Support was.... putting it very kindly... useless. I spent two weeks talking to them, sent it in, and got it back as "works fine".

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Now, I don't know if you've hit any issues yet, but please don't use 4 DIMMs with that motherboard;

I owned one back when they came out, and once I leapt to 4GB ram, it all went to hell. The motherboard wouldn't hot boot, and Gigabyte's Tech Support was.... putting it very kindly... useless. I spent two weeks talking to them, sent it in, and got it back as "works fine".

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Gigabyte tech support?:shrug:

Sorry it has been so long since an update guys, needed some winding down time after Uni exams.

Well, had a big change of pace today, saw a Lian Li V350 in the flesh and fell in love with it! Hence, I brought one right home. Currently in the process of putting the parts into it (will have pics later) and hopefully my Bitspower dual rotary 90's are here in the next couple of days so I can start on the water cooling.

Yes, the plan is still MCR220 internally fitted, all parts are the same as before.

All silver parts on the case will be anodized to match the exterior :)

looks like a real tight fit .. this is gonna be a real challenge :up:

Yes, will be, but I'm sure it will be fine. I have a couple of ideas for placement of the radiator, tossing up between them as to which will look most at home with the style of the case.

Well, just received my Bitspower order FINALLY after being messed around a bit by e-tailers. Not a huge order but it's all I need to have this loop looking schmick. Update soon with them installed.

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black050.jpg

Put some of the fittings in:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black051.JPG

And then started putting together the hardest part of the loop, the CPU -> GPU section:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black052.JPG

And then trial fitted it back in the case to check it cleared the HDD cage:

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black053.JPG

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black054.JPG

Moire updates soon!

Nice work statts!

Those BP rotaries work a treat. Keep it coming. :cool:

Uffff that was a tight fit.... got love those 45....

nice work :)

Looking good, what will you be using to cool the memory of your 8800GT ?

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Looking good, what will you be using to cool the memory of your 8800GT ?

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I have some iandh ramsinks I need to modify to fit on. The card is non-reference design so they don't quite fit.

Looking good so far, keep jamming it!:up:

Looks nice so far. From that last pic I'd have gone around the end of the card and if the 90 degree fitting will fit have that connected directly to the GPU block.

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Looks nice so far. From that last pic I'd have gone around the end of the card and if the 90 degree fitting will fit have that connected directly to the GPU block.

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Fairly impractical solution, and extra tubing length. Pretty happy with how it is. When the rest of the loop gets finished, you shall see.

Well, sure has been a loooong time coming, but have started to do some more work on this project. Today, started the mounting of the radiator and fans to the case side....

http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black055.jpg

Not my cleanest work, but all cuts will be hidden between the radiator and fans, so I'm not too bothered.

More pics when the rad is mounted. Need to find the right size hole saw.

Hey, I'm fitting a rad in a SG-01, I've done it a bit different to you.
Here's the picture:

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/713/dscn2155lm1.jpg

Well done, hope it all works out :)

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Hey, I'm fitting a rad in a SG-01, I've done it a bit different to you.
Here's the picture:

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/713/dscn2155lm1.jpg

Well done, hope it all works out :)

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Looks good :up:

My project is no longer an SG-02F though, it's a Lian-Li V350

that link between cpu and gpu looks sweet!

:orders more rotarys and 90's:

Well, as promised, a little bit of progress today. Got myself some new hole saws for the side panel pass-through and the fill port and drain port. Pictures speak better than I.....

Rad dummy fitted to outside:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black056.jpg

View from inside towards rad fans and fittings entering/leaving case:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black057.jpg

View of same showing video card block and CPU > GPU link:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black058.jpg

is the tubing going over the card kinking or is it a wacky optical illusion?

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Originally Posted by sniperbob

is the tubing going over the card kinking or is it a wacky optical illusion?

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Maybe a tiny bit but I would worry about any vibration that could weaken the tubing where it touches the vga card

Great work Statts :clap:

Well, got some more work done today. Ran out of compression fittings the other day so had to do an emergency order. Received them today and got straight to work......

Pump mounted. 'Q' rotary fitting comes from GPU to pump and off to fill port and drain port:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black059.JPG

Better view with tube from fill port visible:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black060.JPG

Bitspower fill port on top:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black061.JPG

Bitspower drain port on the bottom:
http://users.on.net/~statts/black/black062.JPG

Just have to do the Rad -> CPU tube now, which is going to be the hardest of the lot, given the lack of space!

Wow, wicked project. I was very tempted to get a V350 for a SFF, but I'm now going to mod some crappy ass TASK case I had at home, both as a learning experience and originally to save some cash (the later didn't happen). :D

Subscribed to see how it goes :)

BTW, where did you get your bits in Aus? Gammods?

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Originally Posted by downforce

Wow, wicked project. I was very tempted to get a V350 for a SFF, but I'm now going to mod some crappy ass TASK case I had at home, both as a learning experience and originally to save some cash (the later didn't happen). :D

Subscribed to see how it goes :)

BTW, where did you get your bits in Aus? Gammods?

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Good idea to start on something basic. The Lian Li cases aren't very forgiving when it comes to modding. They scratch and bend easy, being Aluminium.

Got my compressions from Radiical (before GAM stocked BP) some rotaries from GAM, some direct from BP.

Thoroughly recommend GAMMods though!

Wow, looking great. How much have you spent in fittings alone?

Small update. Lost the pump during bleeding and leak testing due to unexplained failure. Will be modding my back-up MCP-350 (DDC3.1) turning it into an MCP-355 (DDC3.2).

Also pulled the trigger on a bargain HD4870 Golden Sample the other day and an EK full cover block to suit. Will get some pics up tomorrow.

I just can't help myself sometimes haha