New Madness!

[theseeker]

I finished everything in the basement and bolted everything together....it is big! I placed most of the cables and tubing to get an idea of what I need to do next, a lot...........





The back shot in an artsy way.....



I decided to switch out the CL PCI white plates for black too....



Cable management and tube routing will be important to say the least...



The naked frontal.....



Once again, cable management and tube routing will be important to get a clean look, however it's really nice to have two cases in one!



Not to mention, having access to the basement....



As I have stated throughout this thread, this is a dream case! Every time I think I will have a problem, the case saves my butt. I have never had the luxury of such optionality, thanks CaseLabs!


Cheers

[Utnorris]

Man i would love to have one of their cases. One day...............

[lowfat]

I really hope Case Labs do a good job w/ their single-width system. I already have an eleventy billion cases around here unused but I'd definitely be in the lineup for one. And man do they ever need a website up already.

[barfastic]

is there nothing u can do to hide that cable that is next to the top of the first PCIE?

Maybe try routing it under the GPUs (near the backplate) or maybe even under the mobo?

[theseeker]

Man i would love to have one of their cases. One day...............

Just get one!

I really hope Case Labs do a good job w/ their single-width system. I already have an eleventy billion cases around here unused but I'd definitely be in the lineup for one. And man do they ever need a website up already.

Based upon my case, anything CL makes will be outstanding.

is there nothing u can do to hide that cable that is next to the top of the first PCIE?

Maybe try routing it under the GPUs (near the backplate) or maybe even under the mobo?

I re-routed it.

I did a little tube routing experimentation. I used white tubing for the CPU and ram block so it would be easier to see. I still have not decided upon the fittings but I needed to get an idea of what needs to be done. Obviously, this will take some work!







It is still a little sloppy, but I will get there.
Thanks for looking in!

[voigts]

This is really turning into one beast of a build. I like the artsy shot BTW. Very stylish.

[defect9]

anyone else expecting a terminator to rise out of that tile floor in the artsy shot?

[theseeker]

This is really turning into one beast of a build. I like the artsy shot BTW. Very stylish.

Many thanks, coming from you, it means a great deal to me!!

anyone else expecting a terminator to rise out of that tile floor in the artsy shot?

Nope, their here...............

[theseeker]

I started on the 3rd loop with the A5's and I had a small problem. Here is a pic of the two types of compression fittings I have.....



The one pictured first will not work......



For obvious reasons....



Yes, those little SS hex-heads get in the way, so I will go with the old tried and true method with a barb in black.....



or maybe a true silver since all of this will be hidden.....



The block does not seat as well as I would like, so using the barbs will allow me to put more pressure on the block.

Cheers

[Phatboy69]

I started on the 3rd loop with the A5's and I had a small problem. Here is a pic of the two types of compression fittings I have.....

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The one pictured first will not work......

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For obvious reasons....

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Yes, those little SS hex-heads get in the way, so I will go with the old tried and true method with a barb in black.....

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or maybe a true silver since all of this will be hidden.....

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The block does not seat as well as I would like, so using the barbs will allow me to put more pressure on the block.

Cheers

I found the block very floppy with the the nylon screws so I replaced them with metal ones and insulators. Im not sure it made any difference to temps but it made me feel better about the pressure the tubing was putting on the mount. The PA2 case mounting screws for the bracket were a perfect fit if your wondering what size you need.

[theseeker]

The first two loops are basically complete and I went with all compression fittings. I still have to add the flow meters, in line temp sensors and the filters. I may still change a few things, but I have to study it a while. Obviously there is a lot to do with the wires!





This should look crazy with red,white and black dye......



The back side is going to need a lot of work too!



Fortunately, the case has a few hidden features that will allow for great cable management. I can tell you that it is very heavy so I decided to put it on my lift that I use for my tanks.



It's still messy but that will soon change.

Cheers

[theseeker]

I started to tidy up the backside of the case a bit. This case is outstanding when it comes to cable management.









I have to get the duck out of the room!

[barfastic]

nice.... this build is becoming a beast!

[theseeker]

nice.... this build is becoming a beast!

I does weigh a lot! I forgot to post this pic which shows you how much thought went into this case. These are great for cable management.

[barfastic]

wow.... i didnt even realise those! awesome....

Keep us on our feet seeker

[theseeker]

wow.... i didnt even realise those! awesome....

Keep us on our feet seeker

Thanks my friend! If I could only take pictures like you do!!

The last shipment arrived this evening...thanks to Shoggy and thanks for the pen!







I will be mounting these on a piece of acrylic on the PSU side of the case. Most likely adjacent to the res acrylic mount up top. Yes, I know more overkill, however these also function as a quick disconnect, albeit a German quick disconnect! Unfortunately, I am short six fittings! Another order which has already been placed.

Cheers :drink:

[barfastic]

i wish i had your bank account :P
hehe...

mind showing how thsoe filters work exactly? i figured you shut off the valves, and then remove the gasket, and some liquid falls out and then you have a filter? which can be removed and cleaned? something like that?

with so many orders, your shipping bills must have started to creep up on your actual hardware list :P

[theseeker]

i wish i had your bank account :P
hehe...

mind showing how thsoe filters work exactly? i figured you shut off the valves, and then remove the gasket, and some liquid falls out and then you have a filter? which can be removed and cleaned? something like that?

with so many orders, your shipping bills must have started to creep up on your actual hardware list :P

You figured it out, and yes my shipping cost are getting out of hand!

I spent a little time with the Aqua filters... the two legged spiders!









Yes, the fittings cost much more than the filters...Obviously, I made a template and did a rough cut out of white acrylic, the final may be black or red.........



I know the spacing is not even, which is due to my plumbing requirements, fittings and many other mistakes on my part!



This plate will be mounted like the res plate from the bottom and now have to decide if I should re-plumb half of my system to make room for the filters?

Time for a drink...............:drink: Thanks for following along and the comments!

[Utnorris]

Looking sweet! Keep up the great work and maybe one day it will be functioning. JK

[ThePunisher]

sorry dude, but you must do something with your cables, maybe you have sleve cables but it look horrible

[Makymaco]

Great build

Trying to contribute to your build with my thoughts :
The 3 reservoirs on top of each other does not look pretty.
The mixing of reservoirs, tubes and cables does not look clean and you have so much place.
If it were me, i put one or more reservoirs in the back compartment.


PS : Sorry for my english

[theseeker]

Looking sweet! Keep up the great work and maybe one day it will be functioning. JK

Smart A*s! Thanks for your input JK!

sorry dude, but you must do something with your cables, maybe you have sleve cables but it look horrible

Suggestions?

Great build

Trying to contribute to your build with my thoughts :
The 3 reservoirs on top of each other does not look pretty.
The mixing of reservoirs, tubes and cables does not look clean and you have so much place.
If it were me, i put one or more reservoirs in the back compartment.

The reservoirs will all have different color H20 and it is still a work in progress, but thanks for your input. It will look much different when finished, if I finish it!

OK, so I have something very crazy that I am working on regarding the filter mounts and that should be unveiled tomorrow, I hope?
In the meantime I decided to rough cut three pieces of acrylic for the Tri-SLI bridge...the white sucks...



The red is too much and too stark of a contrast....



The black, she is a perfecto!



The black, while quite subdued, lend itself better to the Aqua bridge, at least IMO.
Now, a hint of something white that will show up (GPU loop) in the next few days...



Cheers and thanks for looking in!


PS : Sorry for my english

[theseeker]

On with the show! I did not really like the look of the filter mount so I had a scotch and this happened....





The filters are not permanently installed, but close.....



Mood shot.....



How about a look under the hood....







The only problem is that the filters will add about 2' of tubing to the CPU and GPU loop. However, I believe that the 4 D5's will be able to handle it.



I will probably paint the mounting plates black to match my floor.

Cheers...:drink:

My helper says goodnight...

[paulbagz]

Pppppppuuuuuuuuuuuuuuppppppppppppyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyy :d :d :d :d :d :d

-pb

[emoners]

looks like you're running out of hardware to fill up the case