Madness-Murder Jr

[theseeker]

I will be modding the current TJ07 with a MM backplate and topgrill. I have disassembled the case in order to sand and paint everything black. This will be an inverted mount of the R2E. I will also make my first attempt at sleeving using the MM Psychopack. This should test my patience. Here are the new H20 goodies.





The Bitspower fittings are gorgeous and the Feser is huge! I meant to get the clear tops for the 280's but I screwed up. As usual, the Aqua HD block is a beauty.
I am currently drilling out rivets and I will post WIP pics tomorrow.

[N19h7m4r3]

Sounds awesome. Looking forward to it

[bentleya]

nice to see some compassion pics of the feser compression you got with the quad and the BP ones

[theseeker]

Charles was spot on! Just drill out the rivets and presto. It turns out that a 1/8" bit does the trick. I am sure many of you know this but I thought a little detail would help those like me that are new to this.



Backplate removed but PCI slots remain.



MB rail removed it goes to the other of the case.



Many thanks to Charles and BA for their help and encouragement.
Tomorrow looks to be a big painting day.

[Dangals]

Good work so far - can never get enough MurderMod goodness

Looking forward to some more pics

[charles_h]

Looking Good!

I’d love to see more pics of that pool.

If it’s not too late and you haven’t painted yet, you may want to drill a couple holes in the motherboard tray for cable management. I usually do them symmetrically at the top and bottom. You’ll likely find the bottom hole will be useful in passing the 8pin power to the mobo. The top can be used to pass internal USB cables to the mobo headers or other stuff. If you drill the holes just inside of the edge of where the motherboard sits, you won’t see them. The long standoffs will provide enough room to pass the wires.

A longish hole on the midplate, just to the side of where the rail goes and at the outer edge will also come in handy. One issue with the TJ07 is that without creating a hole on the backside of the midplate, you’re very limited in cable management options. To make this hole I use a large drill bit and pop 5-6 holes lengthwise; then I clean it up with a Dremel and hand file. It’s best to make this hole before riveting the rail in place.

Looking forward to your next update!

[theseeker]

Good work so far - can never get enough MurderMod goodness

Looking forward to some more pics

Thanks Dangals! Yes the MM gear is outstanding from every aspect. You, BA, Charles and Nil's have given me the inspiration to do a mini-MM. I must say that the sleeving is intimidating but I will get it done.
More pics tomorrow.

[theseeker]

Looking Good!

I’d love to see more pics of that pool.

If it’s not too late and you haven’t painted yet, you may want to drill a couple holes in the motherboard tray for cable management. I usually do them symmetrically at the top and bottom. You’ll likely find the bottom hole will be useful in passing the 8pin power to the mobo. The top can be used to pass internal USB cables to the mobo headers or other stuff. If you drill the holes just inside of the edge of where the motherboard sits, you won’t see them. The long standoffs will provide enough room to pass the wires.

A longish hole on the midplate, just to the side of where the rail goes and at the outer edge will also come in handy. One issue with the TJ07 is that without creating a hole on the backside of the midplate, you’re very limited in cable management options. To make this hole I use a large drill bit and pop 5-6 holes lengthwise; then I clean it up with a Dremel and hand file. It’s best to make this hole before riveting the rail in place.

Looking forward to your next update!

Charles,

Many thanks for that pic! I hope you are feeling better or at least tried the Texas Remedy for the flu.
I have not painted anything yet, but I will be tomorrow. This is fun!!!
I will contact you tomorrow with my questions....you know me, I put down the drill and picked up a scotch.

[Deathspine]

I just enjoy learning from another TJ07 mod, it is especially nice to see that sleek MurderMod goodies.

[SGwillis]

good to see these MM modded case as they give plenty of inspiration, going to keep an eye out for a MM HTPC

[theseeker]

Just a small update for now. I spent far too much time working and too little time on the build. I drilled out the MB tray holes as Charles suggested and primed some of the internals.

I used the outstanding Irwin Unibit! It allows you to drill from 3/16-7/8"



I drilled two 7/8" holes in the MB tray as Charles suggested.



I love this bit!



Nice



Don't forget the safety glasses there is the chance of shrapnel! Charles this is a real KAT!



A little primer shot. Can any one identify the blurred wheel in the background?



Thanks BA!



As you can see in the primer pic the original midplate has been primed, but once again MADNESS prevails and Charles is sending me the real thing from M|M!

It also appears that I will be getting a M|M faceplate to boot. I will have more pics tomorrow evening. I just applied the first coat of black and I am having a blast. I hope this this helps others to take the plunge. Sometime next week I will begin th M|M sleeving process which means I will be PM'ing BA, Charles and Dangal's for help, not to mention Johnnie Walker!

[shazza]

Coming along nicely. I'm envious of you guys with your drills and dremels!

[charles_h]

Fantastic update!

I'm no wheel expert but whatever that beast is I hope there's no primer overspray going on!

Your bits and bobs from me are all now en route; really looking forward to your next update.

[theseeker]

Fantastic update!

I'm no wheel expert but whatever that beast is I hope there's no primer overspray going on! It is German and there is no overspray on that >>>?

Your bits and bobs from me are all now en route; really looking forward to your next update.

Charles, What do you think about the KAT!

Thanks for shipping the gear! It will be a total M|M shop here next week. Now, if I only had Nil's dining room

[theseeker]

Coming along nicely. I'm envious of you guys with your drills and dremels!

Shazza, the drill is a Porter Cable and it is on sale at Lowes for $99.00 and it is a steal. The Unibit is on sale for $19.97, ask Charles what he paid for his in B.C. The bit can drill just about any hole you want with exact precision and the PC drill has an unlimited warranty for three years and it includes two batteries! I have been using it for two days solid without changing batteries. Twist off and get one. This is a no-brainer and it will last for years. BTW, I love your rig!!!

[NaeKuh]

woooo

finally we get to see a project from you!

[theseeker]

woooo

finally we get to see a project from you!

Thank you.

I do what I can, when I can.

[lyl]

good work so far... thanks for the tip on the drill bit

[anubis_is_evil]

never seen bit drill like that before, is the number on side of the bit is the measuring point for how big diameter is ?

[NaeKuh]

seeker you know what i dont understand?

WTF did fesser include 3/8 compression barbs on the 480?? why not 1/2

[N19h7m4r3]

NaeKuh because there are freaks like me who are brave/mad enough to use 3/8 comparbs on it

never seen bit drill like that before, is the number on side of the bit is the measuring point for how big diameter is ?

Yes you have it right

They work very well, and let you drill to what you need.

Very nice Seeker!

[SGwillis]

looking good keep the good work up

[exe163]

QVery clean cuts , where did you get those circle thing placed after you drilled a hole?

[theseeker]

QVery clean cuts , where did you get those circle thing placed after you drilled a hole?

Not sure what you are asking?

Here is the link for the bit http://www.irwin.com/irwin/consumer/...rwinProd100140

[sniperbob]

A little primer shot. Can any one identify the blurred wheel in the background?

If my vision serves me right, they appear to be BMW rims? but that's just my educated guess...