{Project: Black and Blue}

[shazza]

Agree - I like it a lot!

Other than getting a new card, I'm not sure you can do much about the red PCB on the video card - but, I don't think it detracts from the build. Just gives you something to save up for - your next upgrade

(and ... PaRN ssR often chimes in with one word comments - but only on the builds he really likes, so take it as a compliment )

[nlancaster]

Make a blue or black acrylic piece to cover the back of the video card.

Is a good clean build. Even better would be to stealth the optical drive.

[mbreslin]

Oh you updated this! Saw this on some other forum when I was thinking about my current build and this totally got me to stop thinking about it and actually start ordering. Went with the same tubing because of your amazing pics, perfect size/color imo. As for the red pcb my suggestion would be (if it's really irking you, if not let it be) is to go with the ek fc+backplate. It will make just about all of it black and look great in there. Yes it's not cheap but it's something like 250$ or more cheaper than a new card. Glad you updated, reminds me I need to get to finishing my own. Awesome build.

p.s. Can you tell me where you found those 3/8 to 1/4 thread adapters in matte black? Somewhere that ships to USA I hope?

[avddreamr]

Great build, I only have one suggestion, and it's on my personal todo list.

http://www.lian-li.com/v2/en/product...=6&ss_index=38

With a few well placed cuts, and getting rid of the mechanical portion of the cdrw bezel, and some double sided tape, you can stealth any drive.

This wasn't possible with the c-01.
Flat black is great, but brushed aluminum is better.

Otherwise damn near perfect. Don't be in a rush to upgrade your card, if it does the job.... then keep it.

[CptDreadFlint]

สุดยอดมากๆครับ

สุดยอดมากๆครับ translated literally (ok, according to google) is "? very best."

Friend says it means, "Mail CptDreadFlint cheese because he likes cheese a lot."

I'm only the messenger.

Great job again, Haz!

[HazChem]

Agree - I like it a lot!

Other than getting a new card, I'm not sure you can do much about the red PCB on the video card - but, I don't think it detracts from the build. Just gives you something to save up for - your next upgrade

(and ... PaRN ssR often chimes in with one word comments - but only on the builds he really likes, so take it as a compliment )

Thanks shazza! I'm glad you like it! I definitely admire what you have done to promote these projects.

Yah, I think I'm going to leave it for now. At least until I decide I "need" a faster card...

Make a blue or black acrylic piece to cover the back of the video card.

Is a good clean build. Even better would be to stealth the optical drive.

I like that thought but with my cutting and shaping skills, I'm afraid it would look out of place. However, I'm taking your advice and will work on the stealth drive. I think that would clean up the front just nicely!

Oh you updated this! Saw this on some other forum when I was thinking about my current build and this totally got me to stop thinking about it and actually start ordering. Went with the same tubing because of your amazing pics, perfect size/color imo. As for the red pcb my suggestion would be (if it's really irking you, if not let it be) is to go with the ek fc+backplate. It will make just about all of it black and look great in there. Yes it's not cheap but it's something like 250$ or more cheaper than a new card. Glad you updated, reminds me I need to get to finishing my own. Awesome build.

p.s. Can you tell me where you found those 3/8 to 1/4 thread adapters in matte black? Somewhere that ships to USA I hope?

So you're saying I'm responsible for getting you started? I hope you don't blame me for spending too much money on it!

With regards to the EK block, that is a good option. I wish I had considered that prior. If I decide to go crossfire, then I'll probably go that route!

Thanks, send a note to Bitspower to see where you can get it from in the US. Vincent is cool and responsive!

Great build, I only have one suggestion, and it's on my personal todo list.

http://www.lian-li.com/v2/en/product...=6&ss_index=38

With a few well placed cuts, and getting rid of the mechanical portion of the cdrw bezel, and some double sided tape, you can stealth any drive.

This wasn't possible with the c-01.
Flat black is great, but brushed aluminum is better.

Otherwise damn near perfect. Don't be in a rush to upgrade your card, if it does the job.... then keep it.

Cool! I remember seeing a someone add a stealth drive to their build months ago but lost the source.

Here I thought I was done but now I have something else want to do! Thanks!!

Oh and the card is staying for now...

สุดยอดมากๆครับ translated literally (ok, according to google) is "? very best."

Friend says it means, "Mail CptDreadFlint cheese because he likes cheese a lot."

I'm only the messenger.

Great job again, Haz!

As usual, you leave me speechless!

สุดยอดมากๆครับ

Muchas gracias por el cumplido PaRn ssR!!

[HazChem]

The next step in my project is to add some subtle lighting. Right now, it's a bit dark when I close the case.

What recommendations would you all suggest to enhance the inside without being too showy?

My preference is to not be able to see the light strips or tubes. There are so many options, it's driving me nuts...

[hallaor]

I looked around the topic and found very interesting your work, very beautiful design, parabens, waiting for new updates

[y0gi]

I only discovered xtreme systems some months ago and lately i've been trying to play catch-up to some of the builds. I wish i did this before starting my own build because there's some steps i would've approached differently after viewing these threads. Man those black Bitspower fittings rock! Painting the pump was a great idea also. I only discovered this build just now and had to leave a comment. Love this case, love the build. By the way, did you get much noise vibration from bolting your pump in that way?

[HazChem]

I looked around the topic and found very interesting your work, very beautiful design, parabens, waiting for new updates

Thanks for the nice words. I've been traveling quite a bit the last few months so I haven't worked on it since the last posting. I plan on getting an SSD and some lighting to finish it up.

I only discovered xtreme systems some months ago and lately i've been trying to play catch-up to some of the builds. I wish i did this before starting my own build because there's some steps i would've approached differently after viewing these threads. Man those black Bitspower fittings rock! Painting the pump was a great idea also. I only discovered this build just now and had to leave a comment. Love this case, love the build. By the way, did you get much noise vibration from bolting your pump in that way?

Wow, thanks!!

The silicon pad does a really good job at keeping vibrations and noise down. I've been pleased with it's performance.