Expanding my loop questions

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Hello,
I currently have an XSPC raystorm on a 2500k running 4.7GHz. Max temp on Prime 95 is 51*C
This is through an RX240 rad with two nexus fans running 7v mods and an EK DCP 4.0

I'm planning on adding a 7950 to the loop (when I get hold of a block) I don't think that 240mm will really be enough so I'm planning on adding another rad 240mm/360mm. Would this be a fair assumption?

What order would you suggest?
Currently pump>CPU>240>res>pump
I'm thinking pump>GPU>360>CPU>240>res>pump just because the layout would fit the best (Antec 300 :p)

Would anybody advise against this setup in anyway?

All this is new to me, I only WC'd my rig for the first time the other day :D

Thanks :)
 
Just adding another 120 would be 'enough'. But of course, if you have room, the more the merrier.

As long as your res is above your pump in the loop, you should be OK in terms of layout. It won't make too much difference in temps, whatever works best for your case.
 
I did consider that but I'm trying to convince myself to buy a new case so a 240 and a 360 rad would be the best long term solution I think.

The res is part of the pump, does the res volume affect anything?
 
An extra 120 would be enough. If you wanted lower temps, then a 240 or 360 would obviously be preferable.
If you ever plan on adding another 7950 or you want even better temps, then go with a new case and 360/240.

Res volume only affects how quickly your water temp equalizes I believe.
 
In terms of order - make it as short and neat as possible :) Just has to be res->pump and if it's the res/pump combos, no worries there at all.
 
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