Spec me an WC upgrade

LewisRaz · 27 Jul 2016 at 18:38

Spec me a WC upgrade

Hello all.

I currently have this:

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/xspc-raystorm-d5-photon-ax360-watercooling-kit-wc-275-xs.html

I would like now to add 1 of my 1080s to this loop (I am selling the second one to fund this WC upgrade)

I would also like to switch to rigid tubing.

I'm asking if you guys could show me a basket containing everything I will need from bending kits to tubing and fittings. Im guessing i wont be able to reuse my current ones with rigid tube.

I will probably go with the xspc GPU block for continuity. Even if it does cost a little more.

Uncle Petey · 27 Jul 2016 at 19:10

Sorry, but I'm of the teach a man to fish to approach when it comes to speccing loops.
It's better in the long run that you look and learn, rather than just having it handed to you on a plate

Just follow the basic rules of:

- Two compression fittings per component (like you already have with the loop you bought). One in and one out for each part.
- Make sure you pick hardline fittings and tubing that have the same outer diameter. Example: 12mm OD tubing and 12mm OD fittings, if you wanted 12mm of course. (no, you can't use your existing fittings

)
- Pick a bending kit that works with your tubing size choice, according to the description of the given product
- Use cooling configurator to check that your card has block compatibility

When you're done, post your basket here and you'll get constructive criticism and perhaps suggestions for alternatives and things like drainage solutions.

LewisRaz · 27 Jul 2016 at 19:18

Uncle Petey said:
Sorry, but I'm of the teach a man to fish to approach when it comes to speccing loops.
It's better in the long run that you look and learn, rather than just having it handed to you on a plate

Just follow the basic rules of:

- Two compression fittings per component (like you already have with the loop you bought). One in and one out for each part.
- Make sure you pick hardline fittings and tubing that have the same outer diameter. Example: 12mm OD tubing and 12mm OD fittings, if you wanted 12mm of course. (no, you can't use your existing fittings )
- Pick a bending kit that works with your tubing size choice, according to the description of the given product
- Use cooling configurator to check that your card has block compatibility

When you're done, post your basket here and you'll get constructive criticism and perhaps suggestions for alternatives and things like drainage solutions.

I respect that reply mate. And I agree entirely. Everything I have learned as a pc builder/repairer was self taught through trial and error(lots of errors).

I just didnt wanna shell out ££ and buy something that might not be the optimum or would be more difficult than required

I will have a look later and post what I think is a good basket. Right now I am off to boxing training.

LewisRaz · 27 Jul 2016 at 22:14

Had to use EK fittings as there is only 1 xspc one in stock. And i believe they only do skinny tube as well.

My basket at Overclockers UK:

1 x XSPC Razor GTX 1080/1070 Full Cover Water Block= £101.99
1 x XSPC Razor GTX 1080/1070 Backplate= £22.99
1 x XSPC PETG Easy Cut / Easy Bend Toolkit= £14.99
10 x EK Water Blocks EK-HDC Fitting 16mm G1/4 - Black Nickel= £5.45
3 x EK Water Blocks EK-HD PETG Tube 1216mm 500mm (2pcs)= £5.59

Total: £221.74
(includes shipping: £10.50)

LewisRaz · 27 Jul 2016 at 22:23

Just realised I havnt added any sort of drain option. Something I will deffo need with a rigid set up.

Uncle Petey · 28 Jul 2016 at 00:21

Looks ok, but set up your trust account by pressing 'user's trust' on one of your posts and following the instructions

It'll make sense soon enough.

You only need 8 fittings unless you're planning to add another radiator btw.

LewisRaz · 28 Jul 2016 at 13:07

I got myself an xspc 240mm rad from ebay a while back that I will add to the loop. I dont think a 360mm rad on its own would be enough for a OC 6700k and OC 1080. But then again I am still fresh into this custom loop game

Uncle Petey · 28 Jul 2016 at 13:15

Good stuff, I was hoping you were looking to add one

wavehunter · 28 Jul 2016 at 16:44

XSPC bending kit OK apart from the bending rubber - too wide for the tubes. I thought it was the Monsoon tubes but had problems with Primochill tubing as well.

Bought a Monsoon Pro Deluxe Bender kit and the rubber with that was perfect.