2 MCW 60 on a 3870X2?

[leo_bsb]

leak test them!
I still think that after tubing is isntalled the blocks will not mount correctly

[Tanamoril]

Thats actually not a bad idea and something I could do too. I just hate the whole drain, assemble, drain , assemble - (and when I get my ram fixed) drain, assemble idea though

Not sure why I don't delete my previous thought, LoL. I suppose instead i could just leak test 'em in the sink with tubing. I'll see to it after classes (expect 6:30PM Post - or possibly at 3PM)

I also have an easy fix in mind should it not pass. Even if it does I'll still post the design up as it couldn't hurt. Need to work out possible issues first though.

[Jon Boy Deluxe]

Nice work Tanamoril...

Now all we need is a bios flash tool (or if there is one I need to know!)

Look forward to the leak test/temp results

[Tanamoril]

Leak testing passed on both blocks!

I managed to find a pump I could use for more accurate results. Pictures and reinforced secondary mount to follow shortly.

[Tanamoril]

Heres the results -

Water Cooling Testbed:


[EDITED: Removed 'Bolt Arrangment' picture as the 'Testbed' displays the bolt arrangement more clearly]

[Tanamoril]

Even though the current arrangement is definitely leak proof, with perhaps the exception of an Iwaki , I arranged another mounting system to add a little extra to the seal.

100% Sealed Design -
Flipping the block over, copper side up, put a washer on each of the two screws and slide them through the mounting holes built into the block that were designed for the two-hole back mount, towards the black top. Make sure the stock screws originally designed to hold the block together are on the opposite ends of these mounting holes when installing. After sliding the screws through the mounting holes, use two of the open-ended screws used on backplate to fasten the screws into place. After that the water block should be perfectly sealed. Enjoy!





[Blocks are arranged fully assembled as though already mounted]

[Jon Boy Deluxe]

Niiiice

I want to see some temps

Can you check your max oc on the stock cooler please, then on water to give an indication of what I might expect (given mine seems to be a crud clocker...)

[Tanamoril]

Sure thing, I'll have temps up on Monday.

[smee]

Sure thing, I'll have temps up on Monday.

Aaww, your gonna make us wait till monday????

Temps or ban!!!

(joking, take your time )

[Jon Boy Deluxe]

Sure thing, I'll have temps up on Monday.

Any news mate?

[Waymon3X6]

I personally like the EK waterblock and if I were ever to get 2x 3870x2's to hook up to my swiftech system then that's what I'd use.

I imagine that 2 MCW60s would fit on a 3870x2, as I have then on my 3870 and they arent that big. From looking at the picture, I am 90% confident they'll fit, as they only take up the space in between the 4 screw holes.

[Tanamoril]

Sorry Deluxe, my primary and backup plans fell through. I wasn't able to go home on Friday to grab my Dremel and the guy who was supposed to pick his up, since I couldn't, forgot the disc half.

It's those darn ramsinks that have been holding me back.

I'll definitely be home on Friday around 2PM and I WILL have those temps up same day.

[Tanamoril]

I imagine that 2 MCW60s would fit on a 3870x2, as I have then on my 3870 and they arent that big.

They hole spacing is pretty small, you might be surprised.

[Nate P.]

I WILL have those temps up same day.

[Tanamoril]

... I don't get it

0.o ?

[3lfk1ng]

Nor do I...

Great pics btw, I'm anxious to see your final setup.

[Adsman]

Seeing it seems a little tenuous to use MCW60s on the X2, why not follow SF3D's example and use MCW30s? link

Will the performance difference be huge?

BTW, been hiding away following Extreme Systems exploits for a few years now, you guys are great!

[Pedalmonkey]

any geusstimate on how much worse the temps will be on the MCW-30 v. the 60's. and just want to make sure, the heatsinks for the Ram, etc on the ATI stock cooler comes off the stock cooler so i can use it instead of ramsinks??

[dinos22]

this is probably one card i would consider a full cover block for personally because of sooo many areas that need cooling as

[leo_bsb]

I asked for more pictures on that thread, great ideai BTW

[Tanamoril]

Nor do I...

Great pics btw, I'm anxious to see your final setup.

As am I

Seeing it seems a little tenuous to use MCW60s on the X2, why not follow SF3D's example and use MCW30s? link

Will the performance difference be huge?

BTW, been hiding away following Extreme Systems exploits for a few years now, you guys are great!

Thats an awesome setup. I like how he manages to keep the Red Heatsink, which was something I was kinda sad about losing. Someone should recommend some 90's on it though as it takes up quite a few slots.

Cooling wise though, couldn't imagine it doing all that well (although water is some awesome stuff), at least in the water scene. The MCW30 is a flat piece of copper inside of the block.

So far the Zalman waterblocks have been the best setup... aside from the mcw60's of course

any geusstimate on how much worse the temps will be on the MCW-30 v. the 60's. and just want to make sure, the heatsinks for the Ram, etc on the ATI stock cooler comes off the stock cooler so i can use it instead of ramsinks??

If you're asking if the red ramsink can be kept when using the MCW60's the answer is no and yes. Yes if you use a copper standoff, but that's ill advised.

[Tanamoril]

In before 12, almost ready to cut. Temps coming soon.

=3

[Nate P.]

... I don't get it

0.o ?

Some day, that could mean years from now.

[Tanamoril]

LoL Nate. It says same day.

I actually just fell asleep in the garage, I've only had about 6 hours sleep over the last two days so I'm calling it for tonight. Missing the part that connects the disc and the dremel. Will continue looking for it in morning - or Home Depot.

Up to my neck in Murphy's Law related stuff it seems x_x

Tomorrow temps - for now me sleeps.

[Tanamoril]

Success!!!

Two MCW60's fully mounted on the 3870x2 and running nicely!

It's still "Saturday" on the west coast

Dremeled those ramsinks (which was an unparalleled pain), slapped 'em on, set the loop up,and *WHAM* nice temps with the beauty on water

Pictures soon to follow, Asus Smart Doctor (Rivatuner still unavailable) showing 35 C at idle.



Nice bend, eh?



If you haven't noticed the case is upside down (see reservoir)
Ramsink sticking related issue.