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Thanks!
I can't wait to make some real progress
100% agree, it's was simple case of what looked good on paper didn't translate when produced. I *should* after what seems and eternity have the next version done today. I've also had confirmation from two local companies for the powder coating. For here onwards I should be able to post more frequent updates
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That's a really nice stuff.
I have something DIY-wise in plans too, but not till end of the year, my S8 ate over 3k£ and I have to accumulate cash (I am not getting any sponsors, lol).
Good luck and hope to see more updates soon
I have something DIY-wise in plans too, but not till end of the year, my S8 ate over 3k£ and I have to accumulate cash (I am not getting any sponsors, lol).
Good luck and hope to see more updates soon
Soldato
Looking good, Putting the finishing touches to my own scratch design ATM
Starting to put a dent into now, should be well on the way soon!
Thanks, Looking forward to it
As I said earlier, I've never approached a build with this much pre planning, It will evolve of course as I progress
Bart_Hunt said:
Looking forward to it also. 3k ouch
Quick update with more to follow tonight or tomorrow, The bulk of the case has been fabricated today with the a few smaller cosmetic and structural supports to be added soon.
I've also located a local business to do the powder coating. I'm still sat on the fence about fittings and tubing route but now that I have a live version to work with rather than 3D model, I should be able to make a firm decision soon. More images to follow ASAP
low res quick snap from phone sorry
Till next time
Associate
Wow, going to be amazing so much work being put into it kinda looks like a pimped 540.
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Great build and thanks for sharing. Looks huge and we'll done with the planning and execution.
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Looks amazing, cool to see a scratch built case. Its enormous!
Thanks, as I said I just wanted to rule out as many issues in the early stages as possible
Thanks, I've never had the confidence or a design I felt that could work, until now, based on test build I did last year. It seemed fitting to go for it.cwgk91 said:
So then a long overdue update for you guys. Apologies!
I've made logs in the past but I wanted to do go the extra mile this time around. Sometimes a picture can't show and emphasize where you going, or what you did. For this reason I made the decision to add a VLOG to coincide with this log.
I will say, at this point the videos are raw, no flashy editing or glamour shots to show of course. It's just me chatting about the build and the end goal. Future videos will be shorter and more focused
Feel free to have a watch if you wish http://youtu.be/HZoQW2vxup4It's been a slow month but progress is starting to take shape now. First thing I ordered was http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-180-XS
It was on “deal for today” I believe. I didn’t strictly need it but at the price it would be rude not too.
My first thing to tackle was the first mid plate that the motherboard will mount too. The weld points needed some mass filing, to allow it sit neatly.
I also test fitted the bottom side section, I've yet to cut the two SSD Windows.
MK 1 side by with MKII
The side effect of taking the middle section in and out, filing and such caused some damage at the cases weld points here. I will patch them up before paint of course
I lost a fair amount time with the start of the world cup too, and complaining about the amount of crisps you don’t get in a so called extra fill pack
A nice package came from CoolerMaster arrived.
I'm absolutely thrilled to have their support. The PSU is perfect managing the cables in the build. The Jetflow fans with White LED's will add some nice lighting effects and epic airflow too
I will add some shots of the included parts, cables adaptors and such. I'll be honest I was just too keen to test fit everything!
Tested fitting the PSU and prayed the screw holes lined up
The Jetflows fitted for mock up, blurry motherboard????
As said above, I will add some more pics of the Fans and the PSU Soon
I’m thinking about using something like the NZXT Grid to manage all the cable at one central point in the mid chamber Time will tell
Adding cable routes for the Fan cables was done with a drill and file
Still rough at the moment
I had another package arrive that allow me to move forward significantly also
Again I can't express my gratitude enough to MSI UK for their support.
I will be Working with Gaming 7 Z97 Motherboard and 270X Gaming edition GPU. Do keep In mind what I said at the start of the thread. This was never meant to be a power house. I had always been on the fence to add a GPU with block into the loop or not. I've decided at this point in time not to do that. The loop design however allows me to implement it with ease in the future. Again the desire to get everything in their, got the better of me, so more images to follow soon
Same image from earlier, no need to hide the Board and GPU now
With the parts now here I could crack on and add the mounts for the motherboard
With help from my assistant of course
It made sense to incorporate some “MSI Gaming” theme touches into the build. The first thing I wanted to add was something to the bottom plate around the I/O area. Using the MSI dragon I took a sheet of 3mm acrylic and attempted to make the tail. Results aren't bad considering it was all done by hand and many, many, many hours of sanding and filing went into it!
The process was rather unothordox but kept me busy haha
Lots of mess
and so the sanding begins
and the tail fins
Finally the reservoirs, again unorthodox approach! I have two 50cm versions here to hand, from a retired build. Scratched up and of no real uses. I will be using the 25cm version in due course, so I cut one in half to allow me to mock them up
On top of this I've had a random idea to bring in the MSI dragon claws and well. You’ll see....Using a clamp, the res and heat gun I made this.
I added some white paper, just to aid with separating the colours. The real issue is the scale of the tail and hands, to me don’t feel right, so we’ll see how I goes.
Lastly A good friend of mine supplied with me 10x1m lengths of PETG tubing, in short it’s much more resilient then generic tubing! Again more details to follow. Thanks Dave!!!
So that's where I'm at guys, lots of polishing and edges to clean up. 30th birthday on Friday, A few delivery s due this week or next and then I will be placing the order for the projected 51 fittings.
Till next time, thanks for reading
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Soldato
Looking really good,
Very jealous
Very jealous
Awesome work, love what you are doing with Sketchup. I need to reread your thread but that is something I'd really like to be able to do.
I think its a great tool to do virtual builds when funds or lack of sponsorship mean we can't all build new pc's every few months "for fun". Might even get sponsors onboard I guess when you can show them what you are planning.
Your design is fantastic and I'll be following with interest..subbed
Can you just clarify what software you have used other than Sketchup?
I think its a great tool to do virtual builds when funds or lack of sponsorship mean we can't all build new pc's every few months "for fun". Might even get sponsors onboard I guess when you can show them what you are planning.
Your design is fantastic and I'll be following with interest..subbed
Can you just clarify what software you have used other than Sketchup?
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Associate
*puts on shades* This is an awesome build. that case will look fantastic once pained up!
Associate
how did I miss this thread??? looks good mate!
Soldato
I'm not a fan of the shape of the case and a few other little things, just personal preference things, but your workmanship, design, attention to detail and dedication is outstanding!
Il be following the build for sure, I think once it's finished it will look excellent
Il be following the build for sure, I think once it's finished it will look excellent
Yeah the paint will pull it all together, it's hard to see past all the sheet metal sometimes.
Awesome work, love what you are doing with Sketchup. I need to reread your thread but that is something I'd really like to be able to do.
I think its a great tool to do virtual builds when funds or lack of sponsorship mean we can't all build new pc's every few months "for fun". Might even get sponsors onboard I guess when you can show them what you are planning.
Your design is fantastic and I'll be following with interest..subbed
Can you just clarify what software you have used other than Sketchup?
I'll get back to you but off the top of my head for the rendering I used, kerkythea for the more glossy and vibrant renders
Looking really good,
Very jealous
Very Minor update for you all today.
My care package from Kingston arrived
I'll be using
I've worked with Kingston before and love their products. The SSD's especially have the perfect look for the build. In time you'll see just how much.
The memory again I've used it before but this time it’s going under water that said it was time to put an order in at none other than OCUK. I must state I've been in regular contact with some of the team.
Due the constant part and build changes behind the scenes there have been quite a few revisions to my order, the guys I've been chatting with couldn’t have been more helpful. They've really gone the extra mile!
I had been very keen to use EKWB CPU and ram block in the build, for a couple of reason I swapped them out and ordered XSPC instead. Mostly a stock issue on the day of the order. EKWB recently showed a clean, non CSQ or frosted top for their ram block. I do generally favour clear blocks and coloured liquids. To keep the amount colours in check I've favoured the following instead.
I've gone for the XSPC RayStorm CPU WaterBlock (Intel)
Also the Red Faceplate insert
XSPC Memory WaterBlock + Side Plate Set
I am using another 2x Dimms in this build, bring the total to 16 GB So I required
XSPC Universal Memory Side Plate (Twin Set)
XPSC Raystorm plus Insert.
Installing the blocks onto the Beast Ram, simple enough procedure. Using a heat gun the sinks popped off with ease.
Repeat 4 more times
Test Fitted on the MSI Gaming 7
The copper sticks out a like a sore thumb and more so when I mocked up the CPU Block
It had to be painted, wrapped or something. I opted to paint it. Trial and error at this point in time
Masked up
The flash added a shiny effect but the colours are pretty close
Much better
Lastly I picked up the first batch of Bitspower fittings, on the day my order was placed the"Bitspower Multi-Link Adapter G1 / 4 inch OD 12mm - Matte Black" where not in stock, they should land in the next two weeks.
I have the 90 degree version that join two sections of tubing together. The photos don’t do them justice, they are beautiful fittings
That's it for today, I've hoping to drill/cut out the holes for the pass through ports this week and start tubing up once the Bitspower Multi-Link Adapter G1 / 4 inch OD 12mm - Matte Black ship.
Thanks for reading
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