ABS/Tagan Black Pearl - evolution of a water-cooled rig

[millertime359]

I was thinking that you could move the power supply to the area directly above where it is now.

There is a extender cable like this you could use for the front mounted PSU. http://www.cablestogo.com/product.as...latedItem=true

[Jonni Nitro]

I considered using this for some extra room on the bottom of the case.

http://www.coolerguys.com/llpe01.html Looks like it might be about 2-3in long.

I think you could mount the rad vertical just behind the drive bay cage. It would clear the factory fan controller, and you could conceal your hdd in front of the rad with fans pulling air from the front of the case. I am not sure if that is confusing.

[shazza]

Hey shazza,

It's nice to see your progress so far - I've always been a big fan (and lurker) with your previous builds very much. I have a v2000 that I'll be working with when I get back to school and I wanted to fit a 320 in the top... I was wondering if you could show me what that fitting would look like over the motherboard with push and push/pull if it's not too much trouble. I've been planning all summer but there's just so much that planning can do until the real thing is accomplished lol.

Thanks! And more pictures!

Thanks for the kind words. I'll see if I get a chance to try the 320 for you tomorrow, but unfortunately I may be a bit rushed. Leaving early Wednesday for vacation and I haven't started packing yet!

i think using the matx board would be a good ideayou would have acres of space to work with

its something you could make a feature of - lets face it - the evga board looks great, surround it with rads and all should be good

im loving the vertical rad idea, it would be so unique

go for it i say!

Thanks, rjkoneill. Yeah, I like the EVGA board. Still not too sure about the vertical rad. I may save that for the A20.

not the same scope or project you are looking at taking on, but I ended up moving the ps in my ll 1000. I gutted an old power supply and ran an 'extension' from the real ps to the 'dummy' ps in the back.

as i said, not really the same as your build, but just encouraging you to do what you think will work the best...where's there's a will...

also...the wire management nearly killed me. there's just no room behind the l.l. main board.

Thanks, sheriff - looks like you did a good job on yours. I know what you mean about no room for cable management!!!!

Shazza you might be interested in this post over on the EVGA forums

http://www.evga.com/forums/tm.asp?m=100870401

Or the detailled instructions on making his Classified block in his sig!

Appreciate the link, Equinediver - I hadn't seen that post. I don't think I'll try making my own blocks just yet

And, not sure if I posted in your thread, as I've been sidetracked with the BP and Tiger Woods - but great build you've got planned!

I was thinking that you could move the power supply to the area directly above where it is now.

There is a extender cable like this you could use for the front mounted PSU. http://www.cablestogo.com/product.as...latedItem=true

Thanks for that link - would save me raiding the connectors from the A05 if I decide to go PSU in front.

I considered using this for some extra room on the bottom of the case.

http://www.coolerguys.com/llpe01.html Looks like it might be about 2-3in long.

I think you could mount the rad vertical just behind the drive bay cage. It would clear the factory fan controller, and you could conceal your hdd in front of the rad with fans pulling air from the front of the case. I am not sure if that is confusing.

Thanks for the link, Jonni. I'm now leaning towards rad(s) in the bottom - may even switch the PA140.3 to a 120.4 and save the fat one for another case. Still deciding

[skinnee]

I'm now leaning towards rad(s) in the bottom - may even switch the PA140.3 to a 120.4 and save the fat one for another case. Still deciding

From here on out, I have the theme song for the PA140.3

[Darth_Penguin]

From here on out, I have the theme song for the PA140.3

[Chicken Patty]

subscribed shazza I Love our builds, this one looks very promising

[atomic ferret]

This looks really interesting!

Perhaps try some diagonal radiator mounting. It seems like aligning everything and having everything straight is the norm...how boring.

[Arthur]

@Arthur -- Thanks for taking the time to give some feedback. I think I read in another thread where you have a V2000? Let's see that worklog!

Hey mate,

No problem, we are hear to brainstorming about your project here. There are alot of process for creating a WC worklog and its not easy to anyone. Besides, it'll be my first WC worklog in XS. I'll start to make a small catalog for my hardware components in this week. After I gain some speed on my project, I'll open a worklog thread at his section and share my media and information for you.

I also appreciate your feelings and thoughts about my worklog.

Cheers,
Arthur

[Equinediver]

Appreciate the link, Equinediver - I hadn't seen that post. I don't think I'll try making my own blocks just yet

And, not sure if I posted in your thread, as I've been sidetracked with the BP and Tiger Woods - but great build you've got planned!

Looks like he is offering to make them.

Just updated my build log.

[Armitage]

more pics!

Come on Shazz, get to it and make up your mind

ps. these are my demands!

[shazza]

Unfortunately, no more pics for a few weeks! Off to Florida tomorrow, then to Scotland for several weeks for vacation. So, still no decisions, but I've got lots to think about, and some crazy ideas brewing.

[Armitage]

ooo Florida, what part ?

[millertime359]

Unfortunately, no more pics for a few weeks! Off to Florida tomorrow, then to Scotland for several weeks for vacation. So, still no decisions, but I've got lots to think about, and some crazy ideas brewing.

We demand pics from Scotland. Now don't skimp on us.

Have fun on vacation.

[shazza]

Florida = West Palm

Just finished packing the camera gear for the trip to Scotland. Will take a pic or two, if we don't get overwhelmed by the distillery tours!

[Chicken Patty]

West Palm is a nice area, sure you been there before Enjoy your vacation time

[Jonni Nitro]

Have a nice trip! My vacation will consist on my leg propped up and a game controller in my hand....LOL Sounds like and awesone trip.

[sargatanas]

mh the lian li psu extender will give you about 58mm

[shazza]

West Palm is a nice area, sure you been there before Enjoy your vacation time

hehe ... yep, have lived in West Palm for over 15 years, with a couple diversions - one to Australia for a few years, then Arizona more recently. But So Florida remains home base.

Have a nice trip! My vacation will consist on my leg propped up and a game controller in my hand....LOL Sounds like and awesone trip.

Wishing you all the best with your recovery, Jonni. I've been peeking in when I get an internet connection to see how you're doing!

mh the lian li psu extender will give you about 58mm

Thanks for the idea, sargatanas. Been keeping a close eye on your V2000 build as well


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And, a few pics from Scotland touring so far ...

[Chicken Patty]

great photos Shazza. Maybe next time you are down here you can show me your amazing rigs! I can show you mine, but you won't be amused when compared to your builds


How did you like Scotland, loving the picture of the kitty

[rjkoneill]

love the first two pics - epic scenery

[millertime359]

Nice kitty Shazza. Still on vacation, or you home now? Great photos as always, hope you had/having fun.

[shazza]

Thanks, guys. Still in Scotland - will be here for almost another two weeks. It's a beautiful country, and the people are very nice. We've had quite a bit of rain and wind, but today looks great.

So as not to clutter up the LC section , I started a thread in the photography section. Will update it with some more photos as we see interesting sights.

Pics from Scotland

[dualbrain]

On your way back, get a flight that stops in Munich for the Oktoberfest

[Jonni Nitro]

Glad you guys are having a great time. I loved Germany when I was there last year.

[Welshman666]

with tour camera you made Scotland look even more beautiful lol!

have fun whiles your still there!