Watercooling in a Bitfenix Colossus

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How well do you think a simple (cpu only) water cooling loop could be fitted into a bitfenix colossus?
Was looking as getting bay reservoir and mounting a rad onto the top of the case (any rad suggestions would be appreciated).
Also as a WC virgin how exactly do you affix the pump to case?
It will be to cool either a i5 2500k or if I can manage to wait one of the new Ivy Bridge series.

Thanks in advance :)
Nathan
 
Looks like a simple loop would fit in fine, certainly there is clearance for radiators in the top, at least a 240. Searching "bitfenix colossus water cooling" certainly comes up with some hits, if you wanted ideas.

My pump hangs (mid air) from my reservoir, but if that is not your thing, then perhaps a siting it loose on foam, or a shoggy sandwich could work for you.

Actually fixing it to the case will transfer vibrations (you can get pump stands), which might not be to your liking.

Your other option is to get a reservoir that includes a pump, these can fit in 5 1/4 drive bays. Again vibrations can be an issue here. Some people can find draining and filling the loop to be challenging using this sort of res.
 
minicle said:
Looks like a simple loop would fit in fine, certainly there is clearance for radiators in the top, at least a 240. Searching "bitfenix colossus water cooling" certainly comes up with some hits, if you wanted ideas.
good one here:
http://forum.overclock3d.net/index.php?/topic/32858-watercooled-bitfenix-colossus-project-finished/

My pump hangs (mid air) from my reservoir, but if that is not your thing, then perhaps a siting it loose on foam, or a shoggy sandwich could work for you.
This is, IMO, the best option. it depends on the pump though

Actually fixing it to the case will transfer vibrations (you can get pump stands), which might not be to your liking.

Your other option is to get a reservoir that includes a pump, these can fit in 5 1/4 drive bays. Again vibrations can be an issue here. Some people can find draining and filling the loop to be challenging using this sort of res.
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They're noisy and pretty crap TBH.

OP, you need a spec?
 
I'm not sure whether to spec up now or to wait till ivy bridge comes out?
If I start really considering speccing up I prolly won't be able to wait till april!
Do you guys think that waiting for Ivy bridge will be worth it?
 
charthan said:
I'm not sure whether to spec up now or to wait till ivy bridge comes out?
If I start really considering speccing up I prolly won't be able to wait till april!
Do you guys think that waiting for Ivy bridge will be worth it?
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What sort of budget do you have?

4 months away, maybe get a cheap 2500k
 
I've got no real budget at the moment. Obviously I don't want to spend out just for the sake of it, but I'm willing to spend a decent amount to get a good set up.
 
charthan said:
I've got no real budget at the moment. Obviously I don't want to spend out just for the sake of it, but I'm willing to spend a decent amount to get a good set up.
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sorry :o:o:o:o:o:o:o


YOUR BASKET
1 x Asus Rampage IV Formula Intel X79 (Socket 2011) DDR3 Motherboard £294.98
1 x Intel Core i7-3820 3.60GHz (Sandybridge-E) Socket LGA2011 Processor - Retail £239.99
1 x OcUK Tech Lab - D5 Vario Pump & Alphacool Clear HF D5 Top Value Combo £84.98
1 x EK Supreme HF CPU Waterblock - Nickel Plexi £56.99
1 x Phobya G-Changer 240 Ver. 1.2 Black £49.99
1 x EK Dual Bay Spin Reservoir - Acetal £46.99
1 x Lamptron FC5 V2 5.25" Bay Fan Controller - Black £34.99
2 x Scythe Gentle Typhoon 120mm 1450 RPM - 3 Pin £12.98 (£25.96)
1 x Masterkleer Hose Pack PVC 15,9/11mm (7/16ID) Clear 3.3m £10.88
1 x OcUK Tube Cutter Aluminum 3-14mm £8.50
8 x EK PSC Compression Fitting 7/16 (16/12mm) - G1/4 - Black £3.50 (£28.00)
1 x OcUK Value PSU Bridging Connector (24 Pin) £1.30
Total : £896.20 (includes shipping : £10.50).

 
I got bored and did another basket:


YOUR BASKET
1 x Intel Core i7-3930K 3.20GHz (Sandybridge-E) Socket LGA2011 Processor - Retail £499.99
1 x Asus Rampage IV Extreme/BF3 Intel X79 (Socket 2011) DDR3 Motherboard £399.98
1 x Xigmatek Elysium Full Tower Windowed Case - Black £139.99
1 x OcUK Tech Lab - D5 Vario Pump & Alphacool Clear HF D5 Top Value Combo £84.98
1 x EK CoolStream RAD XTX (360) £74.99
1 x EK Supreme HF CPU Waterblock - Nickel Plexi £56.99
1 x EK Dual Bay Spin Reservoir - Acetal £46.99
1 x Lamptron FC5 V2 5.25" Bay Fan Controller - Black £34.99
1 x Mayhems Pastel - Perfect Pink Coolant 1L £14.99
3 x Scythe Gentle Typhoon 120mm 1450 RPM - 3 Pin £12.98 (£38.94)
1 x Masterkleer Hose Pack PVC 15,9/11mm (7/16ID) Clear 3.3m £10.88
1 x OcUK Tube Cutter Aluminum 3-14mm £8.50
20 x OcUK 1/2" G1/4 - FatBoy Style - Black Nickel - Barb Fitting £1.68 (£33.60)
1 x OcUK Value PSU Bridging Connector (24 Pin) £1.30
Total : £1,464.83 (includes shipping : £14.75).

 
charthan said:
LOL aweseom cheers man. So sandbridge-E the way to go and not Ivy bridge?
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I'll be honest, it's pointless unless you can use it. It's better for rendering, folding etc, but for games the difference is pretty much 0. The E means it's the enthusiast chip which basically means it'll be good for some time to come. Main reason I bought SB-E is because I can then upgrade to IB-E easily. I personally saw this as an investment, everyone will see it differently.

cammy5477 said:
isnt that your pc cleeecooooo ?
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Pretty much :p
 
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