My first shot at Watercooling! - Page 2

zachig · 10th Nov 2005, 10:22 PM

You're absolutely right, Chai!!!

Papercut · 14th Nov 2005, 08:56 PM

Here's a shot of my parts.

Clockwise from top left:
Nulon Ultra Cool, car radiator coolant
Shrouded car heatercore - if I'm not wrong, it's from a Toyota Camry
Storm waterblock - oh well, doesn't quite fit in with the theme, but I don't want to compromise on that

Tubing - cheap 1/2" ID PVC from the hardware store, A$2.50 a metre

Eheim 1250 pump - mismatched brass and plastic barbs

So how's that for ghetto

Chai · 14th Nov 2005, 11:18 PM

The fittings on the pump looks very restrictive...

Papercut · 14th Nov 2005, 11:27 PM

The original fittings were a lot worse. The outlet one can't really be helped because it's not a standard size...

ZuePhok · 15th Nov 2005, 10:39 AM

so u guys use coolant and not tap water?

i have some parts here and never used it since day one (lazy

)

thinking of setting it up, what should I use to replace the tap water?

PsYkHoTiK · 15th Nov 2005, 10:45 AM

I use distilled water and water wetter...

Papercut · 15th Nov 2005, 11:28 AM

The tap water here in Perth is horrible...a lot of calcium and other minerals, and not 100% clean. Gonna use distilled water + that coolant in a 20:1 ratio.

ZuePhok · 15th Nov 2005, 12:22 PM

can we get water wetter here?

i remember I once asked chai and he said nope..

Chai · 15th Nov 2005, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZuePhok

so u guys use coolant and not tap water?

i have some parts here and never used it since day one (lazy

)

thinking of setting it up, what should I use to replace the tap water?

You have to mix coolant with water. Preferably 'clean' water.

PsYkHoTiK · 15th Nov 2005, 03:09 PM

I wanna look for some zerex racing...

14th Nov 2005, 11:18 PM	#13 (permalink)
Chai Administrator Join Date: 6 Oct 2002 Location: Maranello Posts: 26,757 Reputation: 3984 Rep Power: 72	The fittings on the pump looks very restrictive... __________________ Chai (Contributor & Forum Admin) http://www.techarp.com/

14th Nov 2005, 11:27 PM	#14 (permalink)
Papercut Hyperactive Join Date: 14 Jul 2004 Location: Singapore! Posts: 4,990 Reputation: 2428 Rep Power: 33	The original fittings were a lot worse. The outlet one can't really be helped because it's not a standard size... __________________ PC Specs "Use in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of n00bs. Overclock within 24 hours of opening. Do not read instructions before proceeding, do not use only as directed. May cause frustration, late nights and empty wallets. If symptoms persist please consult your hardware professional."

15th Nov 2005, 10:39 AM	#15 (permalink)
ZuePhok Hold me back! I can't stop posting!!! Join Date: 16 Dec 2002 Location: Floating Island Of Mandango Posts: 8,615 Reputation: 2913 Rep Power: 43	so u guys use coolant and not tap water? i have some parts here and never used it since day one (lazy ) thinking of setting it up, what should I use to replace the tap water? __________________ my motto: poison first, think later.

15th Nov 2005, 10:45 AM	#16 (permalink)
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15th Nov 2005, 11:28 AM	#17 (permalink)
Papercut Hyperactive Join Date: 14 Jul 2004 Location: Singapore! Posts: 4,990 Reputation: 2428 Rep Power: 33	The tap water here in Perth is horrible...a lot of calcium and other minerals, and not 100% clean. Gonna use distilled water + that coolant in a 20:1 ratio. __________________ PC Specs "Use in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of n00bs. Overclock within 24 hours of opening. Do not read instructions before proceeding, do not use only as directed. May cause frustration, late nights and empty wallets. If symptoms persist please consult your hardware professional."

10th Nov 2005, 10:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
zachig Active Join Date: 9 Feb 2005 Location: Somewhere Posts: 782 Reputation: 232 Rep Power: 6	You're absolutely right, Chai!!!

15th Nov 2005, 12:22 PM	#18 (permalink)
ZuePhok Hold me back! I can't stop posting!!! Join Date: 16 Dec 2002 Location: Floating Island Of Mandango Posts: 8,615 Reputation: 2913 Rep Power: 43	can we get water wetter here? i remember I once asked chai and he said nope.. __________________ my motto: poison first, think later.

15th Nov 2005, 03:09 PM	#20 (permalink)
PsYkHoTiK "Little" Devil Join Date: 8 Apr 2004 Location: On the "throne" Posts: 14,320 Reputation: 4003 Rep Power: 59	I wanna look for some zerex racing... __________________ Intel SLAPL 4.3GHz @ 1.35v : 2x2GB OCZ Platinum DDR2 1066 : Asus P5K Premium : WD Raptor X : G92 8800GTS 512mb 800MHz Core WIP : XFi Platinum : Silverstone OP650 : Silverstone TJ-07 : Vista Ultimate Edition : Dtek FuZion CPU : Swiftech MCW60 : MCP655 : Thermochill PA120.3 w Scythe Ultra Kaze : Tygon R3603 1/2" ID 3/4" OD CPU-Z: SLAPL : SLA9U : FX-55 : DDR 600 : VX www.techarp.com