DLS2008 Posted April 28, 2009 Posted April 28, 2009 ok I've got a question.I'm gonna be using distilled water in my loop what a good brand name additive for prevention corrosion.Also all my parts are cooper,I don't know if that matters or not.heres the parts list with their prices from performance-pcs.com also just in case you think I should make any changes.*Note have not bought any of this. EK-Supreme LT (LIGHT) CPU Water Block (S 775 & 1366) - Acetal - Fitting Size 1/2" Barb for 1/2" ID tube$49.95 EK-FC295 GTX SLI Water Block for Nvidia 295GTX - Fitting Size 1/2" Barb for 1/2" ID tube$159.95 Swiftech MCP655 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlrwrite Posted April 29, 2009 Posted April 29, 2009 Hi everyone, first post here. What do you guys know about water cooled cases? I'm starting to plan out a new system, and have decided to go with an Intel core i7 Extreme edition, and an SLI configuration. I also plan to OC the proc and video procs, and incorporate a water cooling system (first time attempting either) I'm confident I could install an H2O cooler with no problem but after seeing some of the cases that have embedded water cooling, I really like that idea. (I'm leaning toward the Zalman LQ1000) My question is, does anyone have experience with a solution like this? I've read some reviews on this case but, they're only testing it by cooling the processor, and I don't think they're overclocking. If I want to water cool the OC'd proc and up to 3 video cards, I'm not sure that this system could keep up. I realize I can build my own H2O system for far less than this high dollar case but, I like the fact that it's all integrated. However, if I'm going to have to modify it further with another pump and/or a bigger radiator just to make it cool enough, it's probably not worth it. I didn't take the time to read through the entire thread so, I apologize if this has already been covered. Thanks in advance! Looks like a great site BTW! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLS2008 Posted April 29, 2009 Posted April 29, 2009 1. Don't get the Extreme edition, it's not worth it at all. 2. Don't get a case with the water cooling already in it. Order your own custom system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted April 29, 2009 Posted April 29, 2009 1. Don't get the Extreme edition, it's not worth it at all. Somewhat of an understatement don't you think? The best isn't cheap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xchrissypoox Posted August 30, 2009 Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) I've heard nothing but good things about xspc RX series rads as in they are comparable to thermochill and feser xchanger and they are much cheaper Edited August 30, 2009 by xchrissypoox Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keishii~89 Posted September 4, 2009 Posted September 4, 2009 (edited) Hey guys. Recently built an i7 rig in an RC832 case. I'm looking to WC the CPU for next summer as my local group of buddies have a LAN party coming up then. My main questions are: will a 2x120 rad be enough to cool a D0 @ 3.6-3.8? And is mounting a 2x120 in the 5.25" bays possible? Can anyone recommend a nice custom kit for this? I don't really have a price limit. Although nothing redonkulous lol I've had my share of HSF's over the years. and I'm pretty sick of huge behemoths in my case. lol Case noise isn't a problem. I have 4 120mm Sharkoon Golfballs. Quiet and decent airflow for my mobo and GTX260. I just like to see my i7 at nice temps lol. Thnks in advance. You guys here never let me down. Edited September 4, 2009 by Keishii~89 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keishii~89 Posted September 4, 2009 Posted September 4, 2009 (edited) Also, good fans for the rad wouldn't go amiss either. Edited September 4, 2009 by Keishii~89 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJRWolf Posted November 15, 2009 Posted November 15, 2009 Is the Corsair H50 any good? Would be nice to not have a huge heat sink over my CPU for a change. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted November 16, 2009 Posted November 16, 2009 Good depending on how aggressive you are with the CPU overclock. A mild overclock it can handle just fne. Also What CPU? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJRWolf Posted November 16, 2009 Posted November 16, 2009 Good depending on how aggressive you are with the CPU overclock. A mild overclock it can handle just fne. Also What CPU? Well, I don't really overclock my stuff until after it's warranty expires. But I do know that overclockers know a lot about cooling so here I am asking about cooling. I'm looking at a couple of options right now but the main one I'm leaning too is to use a Phenom x4: 9750+ as my CPU. My main concern about the H50 is how it does not have a resistor on it like I've seen on other water coolers but I do like how clutter free it is and it's small footprint compared to say a Cooler Master GeminII S. From the reviews of the H50 on Newegg it looks like the only con is that I'll have to get a bracket to mount it on an AMD system from Corsair. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanoprobe Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 (edited) Is the Corsair H50 any good? Would be nice to not have a huge heat sink over my CPU for a change. I just installed one on an OC'd Athlon X4 620. I originally did it without removing the mobo from the tower. I attached the Corsair heat sink bracket to the backing plate that held the original HSF in place. It only lowered my temps by about 5 degrees. I pulled the mobo and removed the original metal back plate and replaced it with the plastic Corsair plate. Made a huge difference. Lowered my full load temps by 20+ degrees. Currently OC'd to 3.3GHz. Full load temps 38-42 degrees depending on room temp. There were 58-65 degrees on air. Makes me wonder what the designer was thinking to put a metal plate with no way to dissipate the heat under a hot CPU. Edited December 11, 2009 by nanoprobe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanoprobe Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 . From the reviews of the H50 on Newegg it looks like the only con is that I'll have to get a bracket to mount it on an AMD system from Corsair. They now include a bracket for AMD in the packaging. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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