<Project> Black Freighter </Project>

[kgtiger]

Outstanding work Capitan Flint, just as well you had bilge pumps.
Tis would be a dam shame to sink the Black Freighter on her madin voyage, a

As always sweet photo's I see, there's not a speck of dust to be seen.

You truly are a master of the lens my friend.

[Vinas]

I just thought of something. Are the top fittings metal on metal, or are the holes cut large enough to make the o ring on bottom contact the fitting only? I'm wondering about leaks now that I read some of your fittings had some issues with the holes. If it is metal on metal (as in the case metal contacting the fitting where the liquid is), then wouldn't an additional o ring for the top part of the fitting be in order?

Nevermind. I just looked closer and realize the fitting is protruding far enough below that it closes like normal. I'll leave this post just so that you know we've got your back and are paying atention! :-)

[CptDreadFlint]

Happy New Year , Sorry to hear about you leak troubles, Tbh bleed screws on Rads are just asking for trouble. I've totally removed mine on MY TFC 240mm...

You're a magician, Bent. If you don't mind, do share how you made an entire bleed screw and hole disappear in the slick manner you did.
I would have just taken my hammer to mine had it continued leaking. Heh.

Great looking, photos!

Capt, i'm a bit puzzled by how you're using those pass-thru fittings. Was it an aesthetic decision or...

Bentleya, great photos, it would be real helpul if you can explain how you removed the bleed screw. Is it soldered shut and sanded? J B weld?

Heyas Kibbs - Purely aesthetic. I wish I could drop down a profound reason for utilizing the pass-throughs in an unconventional manner. sadly, I am unable. Yes, I'm I am a superficial, depthless charlatan. Lol

Captain, how much did you payed for that stickers?
I had the same idea, because I've melted Yate Loon stickers a bit while sleeving, but every company I called said that they can produce not less that 500 pcs. for the min price about $70

Hey GK -I received 2 sheets of 40 stickers, tax, shipping and handling fees all for under $18. Ouch @ $70. Their prices are pretty competitive.
I'm certain they ship internationally.
I'll look for the link and send it over.

Absolutely stunning. Hope you had a good NY Rick

Thank you, James - Hope you had an awesome New Years and continued success to you and The Incredible Hulk. I can't wait to see what you come up with in terms of color scheme.
I'm certain I'll be witnessing something from you that even the guys at EK would be proud of. Gift incoming.

Very nice pictures! Sry to hear about your leaks.

I guess it depends on who you are when contacting Bitspower when their fittings are leaking as I didn't even get a reply

Looking forward to more beautiful pictures and innovative ideas

Very much appreciate the kind words, woffen. I contacted Vincent from Bitspower and he promptly squared me away.

Nice photos .. what camera you use?
Good photo quality .. and awesome job your doing ..

Can you show the state of the case now ?

Thanks Raiden. I'm using the Canon EOS 50D. I interchange between the stock lens and a 100mm macro I am borrowing from a shipmate of mine.
I'll take a few shots of the current condition shortly.

...In the end, your box should be exactly as you desire it to be...

Appreciate your input, Xion - It's been a pleasure and almost therapeutic getting this build from soup to nuts. So far its been a blast discovering new oceans bound for shore (had to make a pirate reference, yo ho).

Captain i must say this is one of the best inspirational builds i have ever read, infact you have cost me lots of money. i already had parts for my build (upcoming, im still planning and gathering) and now ive bought most of the parts that you have used because they look awesome!

im just wandering though, where did you get your case? and where is everyone getting these square cases i really want one... or just a cheap case tbh. anything better than my small midi tower.

Spazloy - thanks for the words of support! Sorry for my late reply, but I see that alphadog hooked you with the correct link.
There are a few types of cube cases out there, but I chose to go the Mountain Mods route. You might also want to check out alphadog's worklog as he's planning to make what looks to be a pretty impressive one from scratch.

Outstanding work Capitan Flint, just as well you had bilge pumps.
Tis would be a dam shame to sink the Black Freighter on her madin voyage, a

As always sweet photo's I see, there's not a speck of dust to be seen.

You truly are a master of the lens my friend.

It's been a pleasure having you aboard, Kg. We have just a bit more to go. In the meantime, have drink at the tap room on deck. I heard they pour a mean Jack and Coke.

I just thought of something. Are the top fittings metal on metal, or are the holes cut large enough to make the o ring on bottom contact the fitting only? I'm wondering about leaks now that I read some of your fittings had some issues with the holes. If it is metal on metal (as in the case metal contacting the fitting where the liquid is), then wouldn't an additional o ring for the top part of the fitting be in order?

Nevermind. I just looked closer and realize the fitting is protruding far enough below that it closes like normal. I'll leave this post just so that you know we've got your back and are paying atention! :-)

Thanks Vinas! Much appreciate the feedback!

Currently waiting for some packages to arrive and powder coating soon after another routing session.

Pics and update soon!
Thanks for checking in all!

[charles_h]

Sorry to hear about the leaks Rick - they're never fun.

You're making great progress though and your photos are top drawer as always - looking forward to more!

[alphadog009]

cap'n, a-dawg reporting for his daily duties:

Number one on the list: check the captains log for updates!

Got any Updates?

[LeandroJVarini]

wow, beautiful work, watercooler was perfect

[Antioch]

What pass-through connectors did you use? I'm pretty sure the top black part is the normal compression fitting - as is the bottom silver - but what's the middle piece? The "glue" that's holding it all together? Thanks.

[CptDreadFlint]

Sorry to hear about the leaks Rick - they're never fun.

You're making great progress though and your photos are top drawer as always - looking forward to more!

Thanks, Charles...I'm happy to report after 3 days of testing that all leaks have been resolved. I'm currently working on something that was inspired by you and Michael Jackson. Details soon. Always appreciate your input!

cap'n, a-dawg reporting for his daily duties:

Number one on the list: check the captains log for updates!

Got any Updates?

lol...ETA of log: 3-5 days. Scott me up, Beamy.

wow, beautiful work, watercooler was perfect

Thanks Leandro! Appreciate the kind words

What pass-through connectors did you use? I'm pretty sure the top black part is the normal compression fitting - as is the bottom silver - but what's the middle piece? The "glue" that's holding it all together? Thanks.

Antioch - they're just your regular Bitspower pass-through connector purchased from SW.

The middle piece still being part of the pass-through connector.





(The connector on the right is the shorter discontinued version)





Still in the middle of schlepping over stuff from the old place including the old LAN rig. Had to share the color coordination situation.

Bertha (l) shown with the toaster and kettle wifey picked out:









More ON-topic pics soon. I promise!

Until then and as always, thanks for checking in!

[Kibbler]

lol@thermaltake tho to be fair that is actually a pretty good harness back when I looked at one at compusa...back when compusa was compusa and not compusa/tigerdirect...

the pass-thru situation I now understand tho still do not see 100% eye to eyepatch. Seems the same could have been accomplished with female-female couplers and you could have gotten by with smaller holes.

too bad the shallower version is discontinued, I like to avoid fitting-bulkiness wherever possible and the sheer abundance of threads on the current version is an eyesore.

[millertime359]

looking good there bud.

[Oli4v]

Still lurking and enjoying the thread

[alphadog009]

bertha wouldnt be a... a.... ALIENWARE would it? (please say its just an asus vento)

[Wezly]

Don't worry, I am pretty sure it's not an alienware (hands paper bag)

Those blue tubes are fantastic captain! I think I said that before but they are mesmerizing...

And that porthole is perfect for that monstrous case!

Keep goingggggggggg!

[theToX]

good stuff Captain. looking forward to more updates.

Did you happen to watch UFC Fight night live last night? Nick Diaz got beat up pretty good.

[R3alsp33dy0ne]

I could swear BitsPower fittings must be laced with crack. Or I'm just drawn to things smooth, silver and shiny.

Sigged!

[CptDreadFlint]

lol@thermaltake tho to be fair that is actually a pretty good harness back when I looked at one at compusa...back when compusa was compusa and not compusa/tigerdirect...

the pass-thru situation I now understand tho still do not see 100% eye to eyepatch. Seems the same could have been accomplished with female-female couplers and you could have gotten by with smaller holes.

too bad the shallower version is discontinued, I like to avoid fitting-bulkiness wherever possible and the sheer abundance of threads on the current version is an eyesore.

Ahoy, Kibbs...ah the old Thermaltake rig harness situation from CompUSA. Still going strong after all the years of abuse its been put through.

Yes. I tried the female to female connectors. I call them "Lezlies".

They do work and they are cheaper. However, they move. The pass-throughs "lock" the fittings to the panel and hold everything in place - which I like very much.

One thing I could try is to perhaps grind the excess threads down on the pass-throughs. Or send them to you and have you work your magic on them using your nibbler.
I've seen what you can do with that thing.
You must be really yolked or something.

looking good there bud.

thanks, mt. and welcome back, matey.

Still lurking and enjoying the thread

Thanks for checking in and I appreciate your continued interest, Oli4v! Updates should be coming shortly. Still rocking out to Lemmy and Co. of Motorhead?

bertha wouldnt be a... a.... ALIENWARE would it? (please say its just an asus vento)

Heyas, A-dawg. If I said it was an Alienware, would you stop being my friend?
Lol. Actually it's neither a vento nor alienware. But mad props to you or anybody else who guesses! I'm talking enraged mad props. That's like a really big deal, you know.

Don't worry, I am pretty sure it's not an alienware (hands paper bag)

Those blue tubes are fantastic captain! I think I said that before but they are mesmerizing...

And that porthole is perfect for that monstrous case!

Keep goingggggggggg!

Thanks Wez! I'm fixing to do another update soon. It's going to be amazingly spectacular!!!!



(i'm lying - how 'bout mildly interesting? stay tuned anyway, yes? I could be lying and just underplaying the next few updates to come.

Or I could just disappoint.

It's a win/win either way.
A nice update would be cool but also watching me fall flat on my face could be drop-dead hysterical.)

good stuff Captain. looking forward to more updates.

Did you happen to watch UFC Fight night live last night? Nick Diaz got beat up pretty good.

Thanks, ToX
Was that with Maynard? I get Nick and Nate Diaz mixed up. I didn't see it myself, but I heard a Diaz loss off a split decision...
I'm waiting for the Pacquiao fight, myself.

Sigged!

Haha! Thanks RealSpeedyOne!

If I were to sig something I said through this wayfaring journey, it would definitely have to be what i said to kibbs.
I thought

"I tried the female to female connectors. I call them "Lezlies".

was pretty sig worthy if i do say so myself. lol


Updates soon!

oh and mad props to anybody who correctly identifies Bertha...

[ohms]

I'm fixing to do another update soon. It's going to be amazingly spectacular!!!!

I can't wait!

[Oli4v]

Thanks for checking in and I appreciate your continued interest, Oli4v! Updates should be coming shortly. Still rocking out to Lemmy and Co. of Motorhead?

Yes from time to time, but the last months I can't resist to D&B, Dubstep, psychedelic music etc. (pendulum, the prodigy, infected mushroom, benga, and more ! )

But You're still doin' a great job on the MM !

[Wezly]

You should definitely get the red supreme. Fits perfectly with every other aspect of your build :P

Well, at least it would match your toaster....

[shazza]

Can't wait for more.

(and, I'd like you even more if it was an Alienware [pre-Dell model, of course ;], but then, I'm not known for having good sense).

You've got me worried on those pass throughs - I've got a few of them in my current project. Will be watching closely for guidance.

[elbeasto]

Hi Cpt, great build!

I really like how you replaced the o rings on the Bitspower fittings with the blue ones, are the new ones the Bitspower UV reactive ones i.e these?

If not, which are they and where did you get them?

Cheers

[closetredneck]

Cpt- This is one of those builds where I eagerly anticipate seeing the updates. Keep it up!

[Vinas]

yes... we wait

[CptDreadFlint]

I can't wait!

Thanks for the continued interest, Ohms (I was actually shooting for "mildly interesting".)
I do have a few more ideas to implement.

Some of the updates require the weather to cooperate as breathing fumes from casting resin and rattle cans causes fear and loathing in PC modification situation.

Yes from time to time, but the last months I can't resist to D&B, Dubstep, psychedelic music etc. (pendulum, the prodigy, infected mushroom, benga, and more ! )

But You're still doin' a great job on the MM !

Thanks, Oli4v! You have just given me ideas of music to (legally) download.
Anna Nalick and Radiohead are currently in heavy rotation on the iPod - stereo sound system situation at the Flint household.

You should definitely get the red supreme. Fits perfectly with every other aspect of your build :P

Well, at least it would match your toaster....

You've just planted an idea in me noggin, Wez. I was thinking that perhaps the red supreme would go in my next red and black themed Lili build.
But what if I were to gut that toaster and make it into some kind of HTPC situation?
Cram a midgetATX mobo armed with the Red Supreme with red tubing.
Then I could mount 2 BR/DVD drives to simulate toast popping up from the top.

Oh...then I could put wings on the sides a la flying toasters from the After Dark screen saver. Remember those? That'd be kinda neat (albeit extensively geeky).

Can't wait for more.

(and, I'd like you even more if it was an Alienware [pre-Dell model, of course ;], but then, I'm not known for having good sense).

You've got me worried on those pass throughs - I've got a few of them in my current project. Will be watching closely for guidance.

Ahoy, shazza! I may get tarred and feathered for saying this on here, but I never had an issue with the pre-Dell Alienwares.
They were AMAZING paperweights (I kid. I actually did like the look of the case in their hey day).

I hope to be posting my experience with the pass-throughs tonight.
Hopefully, you and other members will find it useful (and not to provide a reason for all to point and mock me for being off my rocker for even attempting to do what I'm doing).

Hi Cpt, great build!

I really like how you replaced the o rings on the Bitspower fittings with the blue ones, are the new ones the Bitspower UV reactive ones i.e these?

If not, which are they and where did you get them?

Cheers

Thanks, elbeasto!
Yes - those are the correct o-rings. Thanks for your feedback!

Cpt- This is one of those builds where I eagerly anticipate seeing the updates. Keep it up!

Thanks I very much appreciate your interest, closetredneck!
I hope to document and share further adventures within the upcoming week.

yes... we wait

Arrr Vinas, me hearty I'm hoping after the powdercoating situation has been completed, updates will come smartly.
I'm looking at a few more cuts and holes before too much longer.

[.:R32]

This build is absolutely amazing, and I wish I had a 10th of the photography skills you do!

Very nice work