Northern Ireland Water-Cooling Builders

music4mybumhole · 1 May 2020 at 16:38

Hey folks, this doesn't seem to have been asked in a few years, so are there any water-cooling experts in N.Ire.

I want to go water-cooled but don't fancy doing it myself as it's a very small case, so could be a tricky build.

TIA

clone · 2 May 2020 at 18:54

Use soft hose mate its very easy to do and I'm sure the lads on here will help guide you

Minibiker · 2 May 2020 at 19:03

I'm giving it ago for the first time, using soft tubing, just got to order CPU block and Pump/Res combo...

I'm nervous about it but I'm sure I will be ok, I'm a quick learner

If I was over your way I'd help

CageyH · 3 May 2020 at 20:44

Building a loop for the first time seems like a daunting task, but there are plenty of online videos to show what you need to do, and guys here with loads of experience.

The most important part, is the leak check to make sure everything is ok before powering up the entire system.

music4mybumhole · 8 May 2020 at 12:31

Well the first thing I would like to know if I do decide to go ahead, I want to do a 240mm rad and a 120mm as that's what my case could fit. Looking to cool both CPU and GPU. What would be the flow order from pump/reservoir to CPU / GPU and rads?

Thanks

Mcthommo · 8 May 2020 at 12:41

As long as the reservoir fills the pump first then loop order makes no difference as it will equalise over time- whatever makes the loop nearer or pleasing to your eye

music4mybumhole · 8 May 2020 at 12:44

Mcthommo said:
As long as the reservoir fills the pump first then loop order makes no difference as it will equalise over time- whatever makes the loop nearer or pleasing to your eye

Thanks

music4mybumhole · 8 May 2020 at 12:45

Minibiker said:
I'm giving it ago for the first time, using soft tubing, just got to order CPU block and Pump/Res combo...

I'm nervous about it but I'm sure I will be ok, I'm a quick learner

If I was over your way I'd help

Keep me updated how it goes and any tips to look out for. Cheers

Minibiker · 8 May 2020 at 13:27

music4mybumhole said:
Keep me updated how it goes and any tips to look out for. Cheers

Will do, got most of the bits just waiting for one order to be dispatched then order a res

music4mybumhole · 1 Jan 2021 at 16:50

Minibiker said:
Will do, got most of the bits just waiting for one order to be dispatched then order a res

Hey, how did this go in the end, any pics?

Minibiker · 1 Jan 2021 at 16:58

music4mybumhole said:
Hey, how did this go in the end, any pics?

Hiya bud, I didn't go ahead with it in the end

had all the bits waiting there for me but decided against it... One day I'll go through with it

music4mybumhole · 1 Jan 2021 at 17:02

I'm kind of in the same boat, going to upgrade to a better air CPU cooler and add a few fans instead now. I would love to go all out on a water-cooling loop, but I think my case is too small really but don't want to change it. Cheers for quick shout back btw. Happy new year.

Minibiker · 1 Jan 2021 at 17:22

music4mybumhole said:
I'm kind of in the same boat, going to upgrade to a better air CPU cooler and add a few fans instead now. I would love to go all out on a water-cooling loop, but I think my case is too small really but don't want to change it. Cheers for quick shout back btw. Happy new year.

Yeah I've gone with a new Air Cooler instead, it does a great job just doesn't look as good/funky as having a loop...

Happy New year mate