Quote Originally Posted by BassKozz View Post
I just finished the Bolt Mod (a.k.a. "Ace-a-Rue" Mod), I removed the HS, and then removed the thermal pad from the PWM/Mosfet Heatsink. I then removed the center thermal pad on the NB, but I left the white cushioning pad on the NB Heatsink, I then applied TX-2 to all 3 heatsinks;
1 small drop in the center of the NB
1 medium size drop in the center of the SB
and I spreaded a thin layer (using a razor) on the PWM/Mosfet HS

Here are some pictures...
[All Pictures are Thumbnails, you can click to view the larger/original photo]
Here is what the board looks like when the Heatpipe is removed:


Here is the bottom of the heatpipe (with and without the thermalpads):


It's late... I mistakenly put the screws/nuts in backwards (The WRONG WAY):


Ahh much better (The RIGHT way):


Close ups...
PWM/Mosfets:


Northbridge:


Southbridge:


Couple of questions for anyone who has preformed the mod:
  • Did you leave the white cushioning pad on the NB HS?
  • How tight should these screws/nuts be? How will I know when to stop tightening?
i can't tell...did you use a rubber bushing between the galvanized washer or a felt bushing on the bottom of the motherboard?...if not, do not power the board on until you do.