Project: Lian-Li P80 & PA140.3

[KaosII]

I believe it is TARN-X. At least that is what I use. The only problem I have noticed with it is after you use it, the blocks tarnish much quicker next time around.
The first time I had read about people using it was on the Prometheus build. But he was spraying some kind of clear (I think) on the bare copper directly after. It does work really well though. Does anyone remember those commercials on T.V. when the guy dips the silver tarnished spoon in it and it comes out clean.
I don't know......Just a goofy childhood memory. The stuff has been around for at least 40 years though.

[aka_GK]

Well, I use the stuff called "liquid for metal surface cleaning" it is much cheaper than CILIT (is it known worldwide?), about $1 for 300ml bottle, and gives better results - I did not tested other solutions personally, but guy who I talked to said that this is the best working one. I cleaned GPU block few days ago and it is still clean and shiny.

And it is pretty fast too, no need to sink blocks for the whole night, 5 minutes followed by few sponge strikes and you're done.

OOOh Mayhem dyes, now thats something I need to look into, would love to see the blue.

yeah, I am really excited to test them out, that must be fun

[aka_GK]

spent some money ($20 ) to make a DIY softbox, it is not actually a softbox probably just a lightbox, anyway I am happy with the result
it is one of the Mayhem dyes, still didn't decide whether I'll be using colored water or not, but this color is so yummy


and here is my recent purchase, low rpm 2TB Barracuda LP for storage, must be cool and silent

[callen_1]

the res pic turned out awesome! i'd very much like to know how you made your soft/light box

[redphil]

spent some money ($20 ) to make a DIY softbox, it is not actually a softbox probably just a lightbox, anyway I am happy with the result

Can you show us the lightbox/describe how you built it?
The results are great.

[Wezly]

I love the blue, but does it fit your color scheme?

[kgtiger]

Thanks GK for the photo of the blue res, that looks perfect.
Photos look excellent too.

[aka_GK]

I love the blue, but does it fit your color scheme?

yeah, I have blue tubes and some of the cabling

callen, redphil, kgtiger
thanks

here you go guys, this thing is dead simple:
cheapest lighters I found (less than $5 each), couple of energy saving spiral 20W lamps (around $5 each) and less than $2 for a box and A1 thick paper.


Originally I was inspired by this guide but I have to put lamps inside as they are not powerfull enough to throw light through the paper.

[SSN774]

I must say, it looks interesting and result are really good. I was considering to buy something more professional, but it`s worth 3-4 times more than this. I`ll try something like yours aka GK.

[redphil]

Thanks, good idea.
I think I'll try to create something like that when I've more time.

[mlwood37]

Think im going to have a go at making one of these my self. (soft box)

I have had 15 more colours just come out of test i need to show as well so this could be a good way of doing it.

Allso got some one looking into re doing the logo for the bottles as i think mine sucks

[shazza]

So, what's the status of your project, aka? You need to be showing us some photos with your new setup

[aka_GK]

SSN774, redphil
thanks and you're welcome

Think im going to have a go at making one of these my self. (soft box)

I have had 15 more colours just come out of test i need to show as well so this could be a good way of doing it.

Allso got some one looking into re doing the logo for the bottles as i think mine sucks

Definetely go for it, you'll be able to do studio-like professional photos for your shop. Good site = business goes up

So, what's the status of your project, aka? You need to be showing us some photos with your new setup

Well, it is moving.
I have some new stuff arrived, not everything I have ordered, just a part of it. Postal guys are especially slow this year
Then I am talking to CNC guys to make some parts for me (like window and some other secret parts LOL)

And after all I am doing some more sleeving for 3 days already, just have no time to finish it

I have an update planned for today or tomorrow

[GregSG]

nice can't wait for ur updates....

I sense sleevings..?

[Pashtet]

BTW, nice avatar!

[charles_h]

Very nice little studio setup there aka, I look forward to seeing more shots and your next project update.

[aka_GK]

sorry guys and girls, I have something new to show (finally started case assembly) but it is already 1:11 in Moscow I am tired and need some sleep

Update is to arrive within 9 hours, stay tuned

[taters mcgee]

Pffft, sleep? who needs that?
I do like that watercool block you have on that 4870x2, but i also like P80 builds in general
edit: how did you sleeve that ethernet cable, did you splice the cable in order to do that?

[kgtiger]

Excellent light box GK.
Really looking forward to your next update mate.

[CptDreadFlint]

Love your lightbox situation, GK!

Can't wait to see what you have in store for us!

[aka_GK]

nice can't wait for ur updates....

I sense sleevings..?

hell yeah, SLEEEEVING

BTW, nice avatar!

thanks dude

Very nice little studio setup there aka, I look forward to seeing more shots and your next project update.

Thanks for dropping in, sir

Pffft, sleep? who needs that?
I do like that watercool block you have on that 4870x2, but i also like P80 builds in general
edit: how did you sleeve that ethernet cable, did you splice the cable in order to do that?

Person who doesn't need to sleep probably would be the happiest person in the world
Just as usual, used USB mdpc-x sleeving and SATA heatshrink, didn't remove the connector

Excellent light box GK.
Really looking forward to your next update mate.

thanks, just scroll down a bit

Love your lightbox situation, GK!

Can't wait to see what you have in store for us!

ahoy, Cap'n

thanks

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Now back to work, making sleeved extensions
Here is everything you need. My friend works in PC service and he was kind enough to give me some spare PSU cables (6-pin GPU power to 4-pin molex), this fact makes my work a bit easier


oh, and crimping tool + pins of course


crimped wires


this is how I hold strong sleeving tension left end is just shrinked


Aaand here you go, finished!







Next to the front door assembly
Got some round stickers for the fans (credits go to Captain ). One sheet with BC logo on them and another just plain black. Sounds ridiculous to order black pieces of paper from another part of the world, isn't it?
Sorry for apple advertising, it was just the thing laying nearby to show gloss, stickers are of very high quality


Take a look at this YL fan, I've melted stock sticker while sleeving


Not a problem anymore!


Other 2 got plain black


Then the door, everything is pretty evident


used Nanoxia silicone pins




backside



Basically I have everything I need (sincerely hope) except for the MIPS block. Also one thing is in production now, window is in a stage of designing.

That's it for now, thanks for checking in

[Kibbler]

YES that's the stuff!! Great update and really really great photos man. Those fan stickers are a really clean idea and now I have a website to look for (zazzle ).

[callen_1]

Very high quality work there mate. The pics and sleeve look awesome, and the stickers are a great idea

[felix_w]

Stickers are a very nice touch...

High quality work all the way through this project, mate

[Liderc]

Holy , replacing the stickers on the fans= total win. I love that block as well, very different.

Incredible photography.