I was just having some thoughts for System #2 and just thought I'd post some pics of what I am trying to do.

I replaced the old laser etched window for a new clear cast acrylic window. I also am going to use this EK res and am going to recess it below the window just so you can see the clear part. I think that may look pretty cool.



I've been messing with acrylic, but it's kind of kicking my ass, keeps cracking. I'm going to cut holes for the tubing/wiring runs. The aluminum underneath doesn't look so good, so going to cover that up with something else that looks appealing. I also have a piece of brushed aluminum from another V2000 that I could cut and even paint. Still thinking which to do. I think the aluminum would be easier to work with to achieve the best results. The acrylic in these pictures are covered with their protective coating, but it's a very shiny black.





And my XSPC 9800GTX block: