EK Pump top problem

Viberious

Viberious

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I've recently purchased a W/C kit which includes the EK Water Blocks EK-D5 X-RES 100 CSQ - Acetal and xpsc compression fittings. I've encountered a problem regarding leaks around the compression fittings.

The compression fitting has been tightened around the tube ever so tight.

I've tighten them as hand tight as possible but they still leak slightly. I've then tightened them with a screwdriver but have damaged the screw thread within the base plate of the block. Ive moved to the third socket on the block but don't want to screw the threads any further.

Any ideas on how to counter this.
 
Bit 'tongue in cheek' as no idea if it would work but could 'ptf' tape do the job?

Must stress that I have not tried this or seen it used but such stuff does often work on household leaks.

Alternative - try barb fittings?
 
Is it all the fittings that do this?
I'm pretty sure there's at least one g1/4 plug on the res/pump that needs an extended fitting/adaptor.

You also should have just used a 10p piece to tighten those fittings instead of a screwdriver, which I'm not even sure how you managed to use tbh :)

Any pics?
 
It was first one, then I screwed it in too much. Block that hole with the cover screw, then changed it to the back on and this one is leaking slightly also. The leak appears within a few minutes. Ive tried to tighten it again but now reluctant to tight more in case the thread get damaged again.

Will look for the extender fitting/adapter.
 
All correctly fitted and seems to be holding no leaks. Thanks for the input. Now to leave it for a bit to make sure. Then where to attach it to the case.
 
Good to hear that you have it sorted :)

Assuming that the kit came with the fitting kit and you intend to use it then you may find that you will need to drill a hole (or 2) in the case.
I bought the same kit with 140 res and was looking to install in a corsair 800d case.
Decided inside was best (keeps noise down) and was not ready to simply Velcro so placed it in the middle of the case (between 5 1/2 and 3 1/2 bays). Had to drill one hole and was able to use one already there - 6mm drill I think BUT am not sure as am at work - if you need to know , advise and I'll double check when at home.
Also needed screws to attach - was able to get 1" long which made it easier to fit - you need to use plastic washers to further reduce noise - and you might ,as I did , insert some foam between the case and the pump(aids noise reduction)

Hope the above helps :)
 
Don't believe it fixed one problem now buggered the CPU block the compression fitting now pops out tried pfte tape but no joy, now on glue as a last resort. If that doesn't work new block time.

Any recommendations ?
 
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