Project: Gold Rush

Project: Gold Rush (24ct gold)



Hello, Welcome to the logs for GOLD RUSH.

What is Gold Rush ?

Gold rush is an exotic project with 24ct gold plated fittings, Backplate, and whatever else i can get my filthy paws on
The case it's self will be, cut up, and resprayed in a white/gold flip paint.
Featuring a parallel loop and a gold mine on the shroud, this project will be a show stopper.

Special Thank You

I'd like to take this moment to thank some of the greatest people who made this whole project possible.
Alphacool - https://www.alphacool.com/
CableMod - https://cablemod.com/
Cooler Master - http://eu.coolermaster.com/uk/
ASUS ROG - https://rog.asus.com/
Team Group: http://www.teamgroupinc.com/en/index.php

Without these guys, this project wouldn't have made it past the design stage.

SPECS! We all love a good read at this part

From Coolermaster
Cooler Maser MasterCase Maker 5
Cooler Master V1000 PSU
Cooler Master Masterfan airflow 140mm

From Alphacool
Alphacool Eisblock XPX CPU - Intel/AMD - silver matte
Alphacool NexXxoS XT45 Full Copper 280mm radiator
Alphacool NexXxoS ST30 Full Copper 280mm radiator
Alphacool NexXxoS GPX - Nvidia Geforce GTX 1070 M02
Alphacool Eisbecher 250mm Acetal reservoir
Alphacool VPP655 PWM - G1/4 inner thread including Eisdecke D5 - Acetal V.3
Alphacool Eisrohr 16/13mm PETG HardTube
Alphacool Eiszapfen 16mm HardTube compression fitting G1/4
Alphacool Eiszapfen angled adaptor 45° rotatable G1/4 outer thread to G1/4 inner thread
Alphacool GPX SLI Connector - Single - Plexi
Alphacool double nipple G1/4 outer thread to G1/4
Alphacool angled adaptor 45° - G1/4 revolvable - 2x inner thread

From ASUS ROG
ASUS Maximus IX CODE Z270 Motherboard
ASUS Strix GTX 1070 Graphics card

From Cablemod
Gold /White Modflex full PSU kit.
RGB-W Hybrid LED kit + 3 extensions.


From Team Group
T-Force XTREEM DDR4 RAM

Other parts
Intel Core i7 6700K


Design

i've never been very good at 3D modeling software, so i do my best in words to describe the mess in the image lol.


Now a few things to point out.
The loop under the GPU will no longer be zig zagged, it will be a straight 45 degree angle from GPU to Shroud.
Around the base of the reservoir and where the fittings meet the shroud, there will be pyrite fools gold set around them, like gold is forming around a hot chamber.
The name ''gold Rush'' will be cut from the shroud, and filled with pyrite (Fools gold) for a more authentic look.

Sponsor logo's on the front will be made from real 24ct gold leaf.
The gold triangles you see on the case will be cut outs, and meshed for looks and ventilation.
The mesh will be gold too.

Time Frame
I'm guessing at 4 weeks, as this is the biggest project i've undertaken yet and by all means the toughest work yet.

Media
Over the next 4 weeks i'll be doing a VLOG of the build progress, out on the road, at home, wherever i need to go, be sure it'll be on video.
i expect 4 episodes 1 for each week.

Don't fret, as pictures will be uploaded as i go for the project logs and social media.

Teaser


All parts are on route to me as i type this, so expect work to begin in just a few days.

didn't like the sketchup drawing, but after reading the description, I love the idea of the Pyrite 'Gold Rush' on the shroud. Look forward to seeing the videos

original.wood said:

didn't like the sketchup drawing, but after reading the description, I love the idea of the Pyrite 'Gold Rush' on the shroud. Look forward to seeing the videos

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i wish i was better with these applications, hope you like how it turns out

Some things arrived yesterday.


Wish i had more in, will hopefully change tomorrow, and i get start shooting the first video and show you guys some new parts

Please make sure you follow the guidelines regarding image size-schizo

Loving the idea of this, can't wait to see you get started on it

OJ46 said:

Loving the idea of this, can't wait to see you get started on it

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Thanks
yeah me too.. Itching near the letterbox waiting for deliveries lol

Things have begun to arrive.
With the help of, Fred, let's get cracking


Huge thanks to Cooler master
From the mighty Cooler Master - The V1000 PSU
















Cooler Master Masterfan Pro 140 - Air Flow fans











Should have more arriving this afternoon.

Another round of deliveries. As usual, fred is on hand to help out


Huge thank you to ASUS for this - ASUS ROG MAXIMUS IX CODE













ASUS ROG STRIX 1070 OC

Today i have prepped the motherboard and fans for painting.

These will be painted with the following effect


The fans were pretty straight forward, 8 screws per fan, and they come apart.




The motherboard was a little bit tougher as it's not just screws. there's also plastics glues to the back that need removed.
Quick blast with the heatgun and i got these off with little stress.





Hopefully be getting these done this week along side the case and some of the watercooling parts ie Rads, Res top and bottom and CPU block

Someone has clearly got a LEGO MAN fetish.

You got further then me and Ive had your old mb+gpu longer.

Looking forward to see how this one turns out

Silverback2 said:

Someone has clearly got a LEGO MAN fetish.

You got further then me and Ive had your old mb+gpu longer.

Looking forward to see how this one turns out

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Nuuuu, the lego guy was for entertainment
to be fair, i move pretty fast with builds. Been organised for a month now.
Hope you like the final looks

Case has arrived!!!

From Cooler Master

The Cooler Master Mastercase Maker 5













I got to work as soon as the case arrived.
First i cut and fitted the front shroud (first of 2) You'll see what i mean later




I then cut the rear I/o Cover thingy and fitted that




Case / Motherboard / Fans and radiators are due into the auto shop on monday to get flip painted.
So my next update before then will be the arrival of Alphacool products.

Excited nwo it's all finally moving along.

A couple more updates today

Cut and fitted the real tray plate



I then curved the front shroud to show the PSU.


Running out of things to do for the time being. Need the case all painted before i can continue.

looking forward to completion

Update: Case and other bits are going in for a re-spray today, so i pushed on with the shroud, getting it finished.

lazer cut this one, as i don't want any imperfections.

Bigger update due tomorrow. But today i decided to scrap the window the case came with, and cut my own frame to allow more of the shroud to show.




Its measured to perfection, so just a case of screw on and be done with it lol.

Genuine 24ct gold leaf sheets arrived.
This is the same gold we're going for on the fittings.



Tomorrow hopefully the case will be returned completely transformed.
Until then...

I AM SO PROUD!!
PROUD to bring these photo's to you guys and girls!
Absolutely over the moon with the paint finish.

It's rare for me to imagine something, and actually have it, EXACTLY as i imagined. This is a rare moment.















let me know what you think. I personally love it.

Parts in photo
Cooler Master Master Case Maker 5
Cooler Master Masterfan Pro 140 Air Flow
Cooler Master V1000
ASUS Republic of Gamers Maximus IX CODE


Edit:
White window frame has been added to the case


Changed the gold vents on the top to gold


Currently adding my gold filigree corners.
not sure where else i'll put them lol

Great job so far!

I'm curious though, what was your technique for painting the mobo and case? Also, what prep did you do?

Legend said:

Great job so far!

I'm curious though, what was your technique for painting the mobo and case? Also, what prep did you do?

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Thanks.

Normally i'd paint my own stuff, however this being purely for shows and events, i needed help.
(Takes a man to ask for help lol)
I had it professionally done by an auto spray shop.
Scuffed down, plastic primed, white coat, gold pearl coat, clear coat to harden.
Guys done a fantastic job.

VLOG Episode 1:
Due to everything being cut down, i will only do 2 episodes.
Second episode will cover a full timelapse of the hardline watercooling AND a timelapse of plating the fittings.
Will include other mods.