Ok so disclaimer: I haven't watercooled in about 7 years, last I Did G1/4 wasn't even a standard and compression fittings were rare...
Ok So decided to do a full system upgrade and bit the bullet and bought waterblocks, now to just complete the rest.
System
Asus hero VII z97
4790k
Asus RoG Matrix platinum 290x
Waterblocks:
CPU EK-Supreme LTX - Acetal+Nickel CSQ Intel http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-309-EK&groupid=962&catid=1519&subcat=2286no mounting plate kit.
GPU EK 290x Matrix nickel+acetal http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-603-EK + backplate.
Now I understand the CPU block aint that great but it will do...
Now for fittings I was thinking of 19/13 as I have always done 1/2 tubing, however nowadays with the G1/4 threading I am wondering if it is even worth it really VS 16/10, seen some guides and reviews and well seems pretty much a wash, So I would like opinions of people on here regarding this.
As for the fittings themselves I was thinking either Monsoon (like the anodized red) , any opinions here other then they don't make 45degree fittings? Quality seemed top notch from what I read. Otherwise just plain standard EK/XSPC or maybe even swiftech fittings I suppose.
As a Pump I am really not sure here as well I have used a DDC in the past but they are somewhat loud and not sure I will need something as strong as a DDC/D5 for just these 2 blocks, what would you suggest here mind you if it is a bay res it has to be a single bay as the top 3 are occupied by a 4 in 3x5.25 HDD rack.
Now the not so fun part I am forbidden to change my case... Its a CM haf 912 advanced, so in short sux for WC. And the budget is as low as I can go in order to keep the misses happy.
Since I have no possibility to mount radiator internally. So I will mount it external. For radiator this is where I am completely lost currently, have read tons of reviews but in short they all seem to just say get the EK or XSPC rads nowadays due to better/lower pressure drops vs HW labs.
Considering I will mount it external I guess a dual or triple fan is as much as I will go for (240/280/360), thickness is not much of an issue, however I also dont want it to need fans blaring at 2k rpm for it to coll as it will be external. I really like the EK Water Blocks EK-CoolStream WE 360, however mounting this on top of my case might proove a challenge as I only have mounting holes for 120/200(140 is also doable I guess)mm fans. Then again where there's a will there's a way...
So In short Id like a low pressure drop rad that can keep my components cool. I do plan on overclocking both parts and want just the 1 radiator. Not entirely sure what they can do yet but GFX does 1175/5800 currently on air, haven't tested cpu at all sos 4.4+ lol. Recommendations?
For coolant I am leaning towards plain old regular Mayhem x1, dont need anything too fancy no case window. And for tubing probably Masterkleer or primochill. Might do a drain, might not depends if I can get the ok for the extra funds for it or not hehe...
Have I forgotten anything? Any further suggestions?
Ok So decided to do a full system upgrade and bit the bullet and bought waterblocks, now to just complete the rest.
System
Asus hero VII z97
4790k
Asus RoG Matrix platinum 290x
Waterblocks:
CPU EK-Supreme LTX - Acetal+Nickel CSQ Intel http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-309-EK&groupid=962&catid=1519&subcat=2286no mounting plate kit.
GPU EK 290x Matrix nickel+acetal http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-603-EK + backplate.
Now I understand the CPU block aint that great but it will do...
Now for fittings I was thinking of 19/13 as I have always done 1/2 tubing, however nowadays with the G1/4 threading I am wondering if it is even worth it really VS 16/10, seen some guides and reviews and well seems pretty much a wash, So I would like opinions of people on here regarding this.
As for the fittings themselves I was thinking either Monsoon (like the anodized red) , any opinions here other then they don't make 45degree fittings? Quality seemed top notch from what I read. Otherwise just plain standard EK/XSPC or maybe even swiftech fittings I suppose.
As a Pump I am really not sure here as well I have used a DDC in the past but they are somewhat loud and not sure I will need something as strong as a DDC/D5 for just these 2 blocks, what would you suggest here mind you if it is a bay res it has to be a single bay as the top 3 are occupied by a 4 in 3x5.25 HDD rack.
Now the not so fun part I am forbidden to change my case... Its a CM haf 912 advanced, so in short sux for WC. And the budget is as low as I can go in order to keep the misses happy.
Since I have no possibility to mount radiator internally. So I will mount it external. For radiator this is where I am completely lost currently, have read tons of reviews but in short they all seem to just say get the EK or XSPC rads nowadays due to better/lower pressure drops vs HW labs.
Considering I will mount it external I guess a dual or triple fan is as much as I will go for (240/280/360), thickness is not much of an issue, however I also dont want it to need fans blaring at 2k rpm for it to coll as it will be external. I really like the EK Water Blocks EK-CoolStream WE 360, however mounting this on top of my case might proove a challenge as I only have mounting holes for 120/200(140 is also doable I guess)mm fans. Then again where there's a will there's a way...
So In short Id like a low pressure drop rad that can keep my components cool. I do plan on overclocking both parts and want just the 1 radiator. Not entirely sure what they can do yet but GFX does 1175/5800 currently on air, haven't tested cpu at all sos 4.4+ lol. Recommendations?
For coolant I am leaning towards plain old regular Mayhem x1, dont need anything too fancy no case window. And for tubing probably Masterkleer or primochill. Might do a drain, might not depends if I can get the ok for the extra funds for it or not hehe...
Have I forgotten anything? Any further suggestions?
