---FuZion---

[vistageek92]

Welcome to my project build log!

I present

...its an art...


FuZion is my first H20 project. It will incorporate affordable, yet beautiful, water cooling equipment and hardware. FuZion was named because of the fusion of parts I am incorporating into this build (Intel, Nvidia, PNY, Patriot, Bitspower etc) Its a bringing together of some of the best of each highend brand, to create a computer, built from the ground up to be an art.


Goal

An affordable, and beautiful computer. Offering looks, watercooling, and high performance.

Overview

FuZion is a bringing together of high quality p55, Fermi and watercooling parts to create, not only a computer, but a peice of art. Watercooling will be a single, all internal, loop.


Hardware:

Motherboard: Asus P7P55D Premium
Processor: Intel i5 650
Graphics: PNY GTX 470 reference
Power: Galaxy DX X 1000
Memory: Patriot Viper 4GB CL7 1600MHZ
Case: *undecided*


Watercooling:

CPU Block: HeatKiller v3.0
GPU Block: Koolence GTX 470
Mobo Block: EK p55 Full Cover
Tubing: Tygon Clear g1/4, 3/8'' ID
Res: Bitspower Water Tank Z- multi 250
Radiator/pump: 120.3 Switech MCR320-Drive (internal pump)
Fittings/clamps: Bitspower/DD
Fans: *undecided*




Misc:

MDPC-X Sleeving
LED Lighting
Paint






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To start off here, this computer will be built gradually, as money comes in. Most parts are either ready be ordered or already have been.

I have recieved my motherboard and RAM thus far. Rest of the parts are on there way, or waiting to be ordered.

I still haven't decided on a case. So I am really hoping to here your voice and opinions on that. My thought would be a Lian Li or Silverstone case. I would love the TJ07 but its out of my price range, but as I continue on, it might become an option. I am looking for a good looking, well thought out case. Most likely in the $200 range.

My plan is to have a single loop, internal system.

Rad>pump>Res>GPU>SB>CPU>NB>


First up, the ram and motherboard.

[xdarthveganx]

SUB'D! This looks like it will be a good one.

[vistageek92]

SUB'D! This looks like it will be a good one.

Thanks man! I am looking forward to it.

[xdarthveganx]

Meh, $200 is pretty tight budget for a Lian Li or Silverstone case for a build like this. I am thinking it should probably be a full tower.

TJ07 would be perfect if it wasn't out of your price range. That is what I am using for my build.

What about Cooler Master? an ATCS 840 seems like it would work.

I prefer Lian Li myself, but for that budget and probably needing a full tower to keep everything looking clean, an ATCS 840 may be your best bet.

$169.99 with free shipping.

http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-...5008181&sr=8-1

They make windowed side panels for these two if that is something you wanted

[ScottALot]

Daaamn, that motherboard's heatsink is AMAZING

[csq2]

I really want see if anyone can watercool the new Silverstone FT02. Its possible to install a triple rad in there.

[vistageek92]

Meh, $200 is pretty tight budget for a Lian Li or Silverstone case for a build like this. I am thinking it should probably be a full tower.

TJ07 would be perfect if it wasn't out of your price range. That is what I am using for my build.

What about Cooler Master? an ATCS 840 seems like it would work.

I prefer Lian Li myself, but for that budget and probably needing a full tower to keep everything looking clean, an ATCS 840 may be your best bet.

$169.99 with free shipping.

http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-...5008181&sr=8-1

They make windowed side panels for these two if that is something you wanted

Yeah, i think i will end up saving for the TJ07. But i am keeping a look out.
That case looks to much like a HAF932

Daaamn, that motherboard's heatsink is AMAZING

I know it! Its freaking amazing. I couldnt stop taking pictures of it!

It makes me sad to think i am replacing it with an EK block...

[vistageek92]

I really want see if anyone can watercool the new Silverstone FT02. Its possible to install a triple rad in there.

Funny that you say that. I was just looking at that case. Its not half bad...

[alphadog009]

O.o
that board is ...... beautiful.... thats the only way to describe it!!!!
AMAZING and i'm subb'd for this one!

[vistageek92]

O.o
that board is ...... beautiful.... thats the only way to describe it!!!!
AMAZING and i'm subb'd for this one!

Thanks, It really is a beautiful board.

Really appreciate it! I can't wait to see how everything works out.


Finding the right case is crucial now, I have been doing lots of research the past few days.

[ScottALot]

I know it! Its freaking amazing. I couldnt stop taking pictures of it!

It makes me sad to think i am replacing it with an EK block...

Well, when you're not using it, you can send it to me so I can stare at it for inspiration haha!

[vistageek92]

Well, when you're not using it, you can send it to me so I can stare at it for inspiration haha!

I'll do that.

So, I should have my radiator in Sunday. Block either tomorrow or Monday.

At this point, i believe i will be getting the TJ07. Its the best looking case, and I love it to death. It'll just take a bit for me to get the money together. (things could change if i decide i really can't pull the money together. So, i am looking for the 2nd best alternative.)

[vistageek92]

Block came in! Its a beautiful block, thats all I can say. My Rad didn't come in like I was hoping but sometime this week I should get my hands on it. Possibly Wednesday. As for my GTX470, its should be on its way. I'll be ordering tubing, fittings, res and koolence block this week.

As of right now, my case will be the TJ07. I have been looking high and low for a well priced one on the forums or somewhere. It'll just take some saving, but I know it'll be worth it in the end.

So, without further ado, the Heatkiller 3.0

[vistageek92]

News:

~Update coming soon!
~Currently Working on soundcard mod.
~Radiator in!
~Announcing TJ07 as FuZions project case.

[slaveondope]

Thats a crazy number or vmr's
Looking real nice

[xxrabid93]

looking very good! Can't wait to see it finished.

What kind of camera are you using? Your pics are awesome!

[vistageek92]

Thats a crazy number or vmr's
Looking real nice

Thanks!

looking very good! Can't wait to see it finished.

What kind of camera are you using? Your pics are awesome!

Appreciate it! Neither can I!

I am using a Canon EOS Rebel T1i. Its a great camera, I love it.

[vistageek92]

I'll be gone on vacation until Friday guys.

So, no update until Saturday probably. Just hang in there!

[vistageek92]

Not quite back from my vaction yet. I am sitting at a campground, and found some time to do this.

This pic just about sums up my vacation.



Anyways, here is the latest regarding the build.

News:

Ordered:

~ 4 x Koolance Reusable Hose Clamp
~ 3 x Bitspower Premium G1/4" High Flow 3/8" Fitting - Black Sparkle
~ 1 x Bitspower Water Tank Z-Multi 250
~ 8ft Tygon 3603 3/8" ID (1/2" OD) Clear Tubing

[randomhro]

[CENTER]My plan is to have a single loop, internal system.

Rad>pump>Res>GPU>SB>CPU>NB>

You should switch this around slightly so that it's res>pump and also you'll certainly want to do your CPU before GPU and NB/SB. Keep in mind that the temp on the CPU is the most sensitive thing in your WC loop so it's important to have fresh(er) water going into this. Especially with the Fermi in your loop, which is known to generate huge amounts of heat.

EDIT: Just looked and saw pump was internal to rad, scratch the res>pump part. Whatever you do though don't pump into the res! You'll lose all of your pressure. Do res>rad/pump>cpu>nb/sb/gpu>res if anything.

As far as cases go, if you're looking for a cheaper alternative check out the HAF 932: Black Edition. That's what I'm waiting for with my build (comes out at the end of June).

Your motherboard is very shiny...

[vistageek92]

You should switch this around slightly so that it's res>pump and also you'll certainly want to do your CPU before GPU and NB/SB. Keep in mind that the temp on the CPU is the most sensitive thing in your WC loop so it's important to have fresh(er) water going into this. Especially with the Fermi in your loop, which is known to generate huge amounts of heat.

EDIT: Just looked and saw pump was internal to rad, scratch the res>pump part. Whatever you do though don't pump into the res! You'll lose all of your pressure. Do res>rad/pump>cpu>nb/sb/gpu>res if anything.

As far as cases go, if you're looking for a cheaper alternative check out the HAF 932: Black Edition. That's what I'm waiting for with my build (comes out at the end of June).

Your motherboard is very shiny...

Ahh, very smart. I hadn't even considered making the loop hit the CPU first. I was just looking at what would look best within the case.

Thanks for all the advice, it was a help.

I am sure of getting the TJo7. I finished my "Project HAF 932" a couple weeks ago, so i am burnt out on the HAF series right now.

[Polizei]

You should switch this around slightly so that it's res>pump and also you'll certainly want to do your CPU before GPU and NB/SB. Keep in mind that the temp on the CPU is the most sensitive thing in your WC loop so it's important to have fresh(er) water going into this. Especially with the Fermi in your loop, which is known to generate huge amounts of heat.

EDIT: Just looked and saw pump was internal to rad, scratch the res>pump part. Whatever you do though don't pump into the res! You'll lose all of your pressure. Do res>rad/pump>cpu>nb/sb/gpu>res if anything.

As far as cases go, if you're looking for a cheaper alternative check out the HAF 932: Black Edition. That's what I'm waiting for with my build (comes out at the end of June).

Your motherboard is very shiny...

Not true as far as "fresher" water. The water temp throughout the loop equalizes to the point where there isn't even a .1C difference between blocks and radiators. Water isn't magically 15C cooler after leaving the rad and 10C hotter after leaving the GPU block. Build the loop so you have the shortest tubing possible while still keeping the reservoir immediately before the pump. Don't worry about order as long as you do keep the pump after the reservoir.

[imersa]

[QUOTE=vistageek92;4427673]


That place looks amazing!
Then again... so does the build photos so far.
Lets see some more

[randomhro]

Not true as far as "fresher" water. The water temp throughout the loop equalizes to the point where there isn't even a .1C difference between blocks and radiators. Water isn't magically 15C cooler after leaving the rad and 10C hotter after leaving the GPU block. Build the loop so you have the shortest tubing possible while still keeping the reservoir immediately before the pump. Don't worry about order as long as you do keep the pump after the reservoir.

Thanks for the correction, you're right. I've read that so many times but the pump>res must have thrown me off

[Sn0wm@n]

such an amazing build cant stop watching those pics