WaterKegIII Xtreme Case Has Arrived!

[Think]

won't it be better to connect the res to the inlet barb of the pump

Yeah, no kidding!

[blancmax]

won't it be better to connect the res to the inlet barb of the pump

Thanks for pointing that out. I flipped the pump around and the outlet now faces out through the hole cut in the case.

[Jimmer411]

Why the unneeded T before the pump? 2 inches of tubing would do the same thing and not kill flow as much.

[blancmax]

Why the unneeded T before the pump? 2 inches of tubing would do the same thing and not kill flow as much.

It's actually an elbow, the pic just makes it look like a T. The tube behind it comes from the res and goes to the radiator.

[Rob_B]

Wouldn't it be better to place the pump on its side. (I believe that would be a problem for the pump.)
Then you can get the outlet of the res straight to the inlet of the pump.
And the outlet of the pump almost straight into the rad.

[newls1]

I've built 1 "KEG" for a customer who "HAD TO HAVE" a DDC w/Petra's top pump. I had to mount the pump on its side, and used H.D velcro to secure that sucker down. I don't like to use this series pump in my builds for 2 main reasons: (1) the heat this pump puts out is *MUCH* more then the conventional D5 series pumps, and (2) I don't like the way I have to mount this pump, just seems a little un-secured for my liking. If I was to do another DDC pump in my case, I would buy this adapter (http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=20603) This way you wont have to use an ugly 90 degree plastic elbow, and using this fitting will allow you to mount the pump on its bottom, with minimal flow turbulance, and will also look more appealing. Hope this helps someone......

[sladesurfer]

I've built 1 "KEG" for a customer who "HAD TO HAVE" a DDC w/Petra's top pump. I had to mount the pump on its side, and used H.D velcro to secure that sucker down. I don't like to use this series pump in my builds for 2 main reasons: (1) the heat this pump puts out is *MUCH* more then the conventional D5 series pumps, and (2) I don't like the way I have to mount this pump, just seems a little un-secured for my liking. If I was to do another DDC pump in my case, I would buy this adapter (http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=20603) This way you wont have to use an ugly 90 degree plastic elbow, and using this fitting will allow you to mount the pump on its bottom, with minimal flow turbulance, and will also look more appealing. Hope this helps someone......

Can you install a fan controller to the "KeG" case? I want to order one but is it possible for you to modify it and put a Fan controller?

[newls1]

Can you install a fan controller to the "KeG" case? I want to order one but is it possible for you to modify it and put a Fan controller?

Well, anything is always possible I am looking into this right now as I type. I like the little bug in your sig, I actually thought I had a little "FLEA" like bug on my screen for a second LOL!

[newls1]

Thanks for pointing that out. I flipped the pump around and the outlet now faces out through the hole cut in the case.

If read my above post, use that fitting I mentioned for the top of the pump. It is going to be a little more difficult to fill the system up, now since the water will have to go "UP" to get into the pump. IF you use the 90 degree g1/4 thread fitting, i will then allow you to have a gradual downward flow right into the pump (let gravity do its thing!) This will also LOWER your "T" fitting area where the drain is, and will look much better IMHO. Also, did you "HOG" out the case screw holes on the front? I see 1 where it is so big, that it broke thru the metal??.....

Also, what are you planning to do with the wiring for the back? Some people thing these are easy to build, but there not. Really takes some time to get the wiring neat and organized, PLUS, all the internal wiring is 100% made by me, I cut the wiring off the pump and make my own harness for that, plus all the other items. Lots of time is in the wiring its self, then paint, then making my case compatible with the internals. When I get a case from my machine shop, it is RUFF to say the least LOL!! Here is a pic for you to see the back side of a keg, if it helps you out any, and an internal wiring shot.

[sladesurfer]

Well, anything is always possible I am looking into this right now as I type. I like the little bug in your sig, I actually thought I had a little "FLEA" like bug on my screen for a second LOL!

Cool, thats the only thing thats holding me back from ordering ur full set up I want to control the fans when im just surfing the net. I like to keep it quiet. Let me know once you figure it out and i will buy one right away

[blancmax]

If read my above post, use that fitting I mentioned for the top of the pump. It is going to be a little more difficult to fill the system up, now since the water will have to go "UP" to get into the pump. IF you use the 90 degree g1/4 thread fitting, i will then allow you to have a gradual downward flow right into the pump (let gravity do its thing!)

Thanks, for finding that. Also, I have some heavy duty velcro. I'll try the right angle first.

This will also LOWER your "T" fitting area where the drain is, and will look much better IMHO.

When I order the right angle, I'm going to order the some EK High Flow "Stubby" Fittings (G 1/4 Thread - 1/2" Barb), because the 2 fittings I have almost touch.

Also, did you "HOG" out the case screw holes on the front? I see 1 where it is so big, that it broke thru the metal??.....

Yes , I'm going to attach some bolts to the inside of the case so that I can use the hex bolts as thumb screws. Although it would have been nice not to have done it to begin with.

Also, what are you planning to do with the wiring for the back? Some people thing these are easy to build, but there not. Really takes some time to get the wiring neat and organized, PLUS, all the internal wiring is 100% made by me, I cut the wiring off the pump and make my own harness for that, plus all the other items. Lots of time is in the wiring its self, then paint, then making my case compatible with the internals. When I get a case from my machine shop, it is RUFF to say the least LOL!!

I plan on running most of the wiring under the radiator. The fans in the picture are not the fans I'm using. I have 3 Yate Loon fans from Performance PC with black mesh sleeving, as well as, some additional custom cables with the same sleeving and heatshrink so that I can hide them along the wall. For the wires for the 4" lights and the pump, I bought some black mesh sleeving that I plan to cover the wires with and then cut to length. I haven't quite figured out how I want to send the cables through the case, but that's part of the fun. You've done a great job designing the case, I can tell alot of thought went into the layout. Right now I'm just dry fitting everything in the case, but I'll post some pics of the finished results. Thanks!

[Start]

For those in the States looking for a PA120.3, MicroCenter has it, but rather costly.

[newls1]

Thanks, for finding that. Also, I have some heavy duty velcro. I'll try the right angle first.



When I order the right angle, I'm going to order the some EK High Flow "Stubby" Fittings (G 1/4 Thread - 1/2" Barb), because the 2 fittings I have almost touch.



Yes , I'm going to attach some bolts to the inside of the case so that I can use the hex bolts as thumb screws. Although it would have been nice not to have done it to begin with.



I plan on running most of the wiring under the radiator. The fans in the picture are not the fans I'm using. I have 3 Yate Loon fans from Performance PC with black mesh sleeving, as well as, some additional custom cables with the same sleeving and heatshrink so that I can hide them along the wall. For the wires for the 4" lights and the pump, I bought some black mesh sleeving that I plan to cover the wires with and then cut to length. I haven't quite figured out how I want to send the cables through the case, but that's part of the fun. You've done a great job designing the case, I can tell alot of thought went into the layout. Right now I'm just dry fitting everything in the case, but I'll post some pics of the finished results. Thanks!

Cool, damn fine work brotha I'm always here for assistance

[NaeKuh]

Petras has it for $39.95. Back when everyone was complaining to Gabe about the aluminum top, he said if they made the copper it would be expensive, yet everyone said "so what, we want it!". So don't start complaining about the price.

+1

Dude i am never asking gabe for anything anymore.

Now i totally understand his possition on stuff like this. We asked for it, He told us it would be expensive, and you guys complain.

This is why Gabe holds firm on some opinions. Watch the copper GTX revision come out costing near 80 dollars. And i bet you people will have a cow going that block costs too much.

*sigh*

Gabe if you read this, i am sorry for pressuring you on the copper top. I bought 2 and i love them. But seems like some people cant make up there minds, or have very short term memory.

[Waterlogged]

...or selective memory.

[Think]

For those in the States looking for a PA120.3, MicroCenter has it, but rather costly.

There nuts

[The_Beast]

looking good

[2k7zero]

Edit from Vapor....please do not discuss pricing or custom sales outside of the Classifieds section or PMs.