This is really pretty disturbing. Considering the price of the 5970s why were they not built exactly to reference? Surely ATI had to know that this kind of card will primarily be sold to enthusiasts who will 9 times out of 10 water cool. Then there is the issue of the "too cool" CPL chip shutting off system. Maybe I should have stuck with Nvidia!!!!

Likewise here I find fault with EK. Given the premium price for their 5970 WB they should offer to exchange for one without the step for those of use with even CPL chips. Sticking an extra piece of thermal is a patch-work solution and frankly I think possibly prone to error or future failure.

When I pay first class prices I want first class service.

Geez. If I were to fly first class I want a first class seat..........I don't want the stewardess/steward to tell me they have no 1st class seats available, but they're gonna give me 2 seats in coach instead !!!!!!!