Shazza's Modest Mountain Mods Build

[theseeker]

Outstanding photos Shazza! I have got to get a macro lens.

[fox3]

Can the Aquaero run 9 s-flex f fans? >snip<

Yes, 3 per channel easily. At 0.2A per fan technically you can run 4 SFF-F fans (9.6 W total) per channel

[dreamaxx]

Shaz where did you get that display from it's awesome!

I already have an idea to incorporate it into my build.

[SiGfever]

Shaz where did you get that display from it's awesome!

I already have an idea to incorporate it into my build.

Sorry for jumping in Shazza. This is the company that makes them.

http://www.crystalfontz.com/

[shazza]

Thanks, fox3 and SiGfever, for answering the questions. I'm glad to have sparked some interest with the new toys - things like the Aquaero and LCD are old hat to the pros here, but for some of us it's still all about learning what might work. I'm currently running 10 fans on the Aquaero - 2 sets of 3, and 2 sets of 2. The regular Aquaero has 4 inputs for fans, but as fox3 said, no problem chaining some together if you don't go over 10W per channel.

Appreciate the nice comments on the photos - you can tell my preference is Macro work, as I am struggling mightily to get decent full case shots (which is what I should be working on right now).

And, Kirk, glad you like the work log, but I fear it has at times been more of a blathering blog . I sure never intended for this project to get this complicated, but my hardware failures have lead to new learnings and a chance to try out other ideas, so it's a never ending journey.

[TedShred]

those photos are just amazing

and now I know where you got the cool shades of green

[shazza]

Good one, TedShred. I bet the Feser 1 tastes better than that beer!


OK, just sharing my frustrations. If anyone has any hints on how to get a decent pic of the front of this silly cube with the LEDs and LCD on, please do tell me.




WIP ... test shots:







View A:





View B:





My best work of the day:





aqrrrggghhhhh...

[headala]

Wow, Sharon, so clean and pretty!!!

[shazza]

Thanks, headala.

I know I'm testing the patience of those of you waiting for the final shots. But, just wanted to share a couple other shots. There are some pics more suited to PS special effects than others:



This just made me laugh ... out loud. I've never seen this effect before:





And, this one had that Las Vegas look. I'll spare you the rest. And yes, I am getting back to real work now.

[jpm804]

Nice new pics...... and the lcd looks great.

I was wondering what lighting your using for you case?

[shazza]

Right now, I've got 2 x 15" white CCFLs in the top. Not getting any light on the video cards, so have to sort that out. I hate CCFLs, but not sure the LED strips would do the job. Not a huge fan of UV, but may throw some in there just to see what it looks like.

[ILikeCosmosS]

hey shazza do those white cathodes give UV ?
I want to make sure i have some non UV cathodes so it doesnt change the color of the tubing/additive
is there such a thing?
hope you fix it

[theseeker]

Las Vegas? Looks more like Andy Warhol type to me.

[ballzD33P]

FYI, once my builds done, im kidnapping you for your photo skills


so ill see you in a few months

[SiGfever]

Damn Shazza that build is soooo hot that the casing is melting.

[sniperbob]

awesome photos as usual shazza! great work!

[BringerOdeath]

Thx, guys, Now I just have to find a place in the USA that carries the aquaero full version, non-lt...I may have to use the sunbeam extreme until I can find one.....Shazza, awesome layout! Barely any wiring showing!!

[ILikeCosmosS]

Shazza this is TFC tubing +feser additive ?

I would like to know how much feser dye you used to get those dark shades of red and blue
the green looks awesome!

are your side panels those large windows?

[theseeker]

Thx, guys, Now I just have to find a place in the USA that carries the aquaero full version, non-lt...I may have to use the sunbeam extreme until I can find one.....Shazza, awesome layout! Barely any wiring showing!!

PM sent and Shazza, check yours too!

[Brother Esau]

@Shazza....Have you used PrimoFlex UV Colored Tubing as well as the Feser? If so what are your thoughts on both and which do you prefer?

[shazza]

hey shazza do those white cathodes give UV ?
I want to make sure i have some non UV cathodes so it doesnt change the color of the tubing/additive...is there such a thing?

Yes ... just make sure you get the "White" cathodes, not the UV ones.

Damn Shazza that build is soooo hot that the casing is melting.

LOL ... I think we may have a similar warped sense of humor. For some crazy reason, that one cracked me up.

Shazza this is TFC tubing +feser additive ?
I would like to know how much feser dye you used to get those dark shades of red and blue ...the green looks awesome!
are your side panels those large windows?

I used straight Feser One coolant ... no added dyes. I still recommend distilled water, but needed the extra color for what has turned into the not-so-modest-over-the-top-ridiculous build.

@Shazza....Have you used PrimoFlex UV Colored Tubing as well as the Feser? If so what are your thoughts on both and which do you prefer?

Yep ... I've used both. Pretty comparable. Advantage is the Primochill Pro-LRT comes in 7/16" (although I'm now fine with 3/8" x 5/8").


And, thanks, ballz ... but I'm sure your photography skills are fine.

[Brother Esau]

Thanks Shazza Always good to see you and Darth form the old NoteBook Forum days

[shazza]

OK ... still not an entirely successful photo shoot, but some progress made. I'm actually quite happy with how it's come out ... actually looks better in RL than in the pics. Even my husband likes it!!! Here's MOAR PICS, for those who are not going blind from all the bright colors:

[Brother Esau]

I love Bright cheerful colors Do you fancy the UV Tubing over the clear with UV Fluid Shazza?

[charles_h]

Like so many, I'm really enjoying your worklog Shazza. It's not just the incredible attention to detail in your work, or the stunning photos (even the arty farty ones) but also the way you represent yourself. Your enthusiasm and desire to do your absolute best is infectious. This is a process and what's always mattered most to me as a builder is knowing I did my best and never compromised. Sure things don't always go the way we'd like but its how we play the cards that's more significant than what cards we're dealt. You should really be proud of what you've accomplished Shazza. IMHO, your efforts here represent what's best about what we do and most importantly, inspire me.

Cheers.