Bad Boys of Case Modding Clubhouse..

[CyberDruid]

Exactly

The thin stuff leaves no line...very pro...the other if not carefull will look like you blew your nose all over your piece of work...

[DaMulta]

Thanks:)

Will be ordering me some real soon.

[DaMulta]

Dr Mod Gods


First coat
http://img.techpowerup.org/090402/black%20001.jpg

Sanded down
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1515.jpg
My lights for running boards:)
http://www.techpowerup.org/uploaded.php?file=090414/100_1517.jpg
I think they are going to work great
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1518.jpg
The new 24'' LCD installed
http://www.techpowerup.org/uploaded.php?file=090414/100_1529.jpg
in action
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1525.jpg
From behind
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1526.jpg
PS3 test machine
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1533.jpg
Keyboard and mouse is still a Hmmmm
http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1534.jpg

After that game FEAR I can't wait to have the sliding doors LOL it will be freaky
---

Ideas? throw them at me please, O my pay checks are finally rolling in.....I hate being broke...

[DaMulta]

What I'm thinking about the chair is buying lawn furniture seat padding. I'm looking towards red.....but IDK.

[DaMulta]

Opps forgot this one

http://img.techpowerup.org/090414/100_1529436.jpg

Now I'm thinking of installing cpu holder/CD case holder/ashtray/

Hmmmm

[technicks]

D. That fucking awesome. I want one of those.

[DaMulta]

Build one, it would only take maybe 3 sheets of plywood. Maybe 4.....

[MKmods]

very nice DaMulta.. I wonder if when that game was made if they had any clue how much more powerful comps were gonna be .

Lawn furniture pads are very durable and comfortable.

[Chicken Patty]

hey this is awesome dude!!!

[Hutkikz]

there is 2 types of glue/cement I used to bond Acrylic.
One is very thin (like water, needs perfect flat surfaces to bond)
http://www.tapplastics.com/shop/product.php?pid=131


One is thicker and works better on un smooth surfaces
http://www.tapplastics.com/shop/product.php?pid=132&

Weld-on is the good stuff.:rockout:
there is also other versions of this type of cement easier to find locally
its in the toy dept.:eek: in with the plastic models.

Testors liquid cement in the black bottle w/needle tip.
NOT the old stuff in the tubes(plastic cement)

basicly a diff brand(rebranded?)of the same cement it is about midway
between the 2 above in viscosity
I last serviced a outdoor sign we used it on(ran out of weld on) at 7yrs.
so I am sure it holds as well.

in hobby shops you might find Tenax 7R or Amboid, both are water thin like the no. 3
the key words to look for is "liquid cement"

since this is my first post i gotta say what a great place ya'll got here.:respect:
I'll get a pic of my mod in progress up here soon

[MKmods]

Well thanks for the great info and welcome to the club:toast: and TPU

[Hutkikz]

ok as promised here are pics of my mod
the idea was to make room in my cm690 for a removable
watercooling tray by adding 6 inches behind the motherboard
this allowed room for the hard drives there also, accessed thru a door on the rear
it will retain the factory look on the outside and bring that look to the interior

http://s297.photobucket.com/albums/mm220/hutkikz/

[Cold Storm]

Wow, that case mod is pretty sweet looking man! really sweet looking!

Now, I have a problem in thinking.. What case to go and get..

What I'm thinking of due to me wanting a case with full water set up.

Silverstone TJ-07
MM U2-UFO Opti-1203
MM Pinnacle 24

So, what do you guys think? I'll be buying it in the next few weeks.. Just don't know which I should grab.. something different.. Which is making me lean towards the U2-UFO

[Chicken Patty]

cold, how about just get all three :D

[p_o_s_pc]

I say the Silverstone

[Chicken Patty]

I say the Silverstone

on a serious note, I agree :toast:

[CyberDruid]

TJ-07. I'm just not blown away by the MM cases.

DaMulta I like the progress. That just needs some snazzy graphics splashed across the exterior...something totally made up but that sounds and looks real :p

I also like the rope lighting. I have some from X-mas that I was wondering how to use...

[MKmods]

lol, ask 10 different people ur gonna get 10 different answers

[Cold Storm]

on a serious note, I agree :toast:

You just want me to get the same case as you! :roll: J/k

TJ-07. I'm just not blown away by the MM cases.
QUOTE]
Yeah, I'm with you somewhat on the whole MM cases. I'm just really wanting to throw everything in to one case, and that U2 case just caught my eye.. Thinking of the way Smee is doing the Blank Box.. But, looking to something else because of no "tools" to do so.. Lol



[QUOTE=MKmods;1332285]lol, ask 10 different people ur gonna get 10 different answers

Your right on that verture. It will be different answers.. It will all ways come down to my thoughts on the matter, just got time to waste, thinking before I can really buy.. Tend to be the way i all ways do things..

When I go to see my parents this summer, I'll re-do the Switch box in wood. My dad has the tools, but also the Carftmanship skills..

[Yukikaze]

Still somewhat a n00b, but learning (hopefully fast).

Here's a link to a blog I used to update from time to time, it has my very first mod in it (Via C7-D based wooden box as well as some funny benchmarks of the thing - Like running Crysis on a Via C7-D 1.5Ghz with a PCI based 8500GT), as well as another mod I made (and currently am restoring):
http://direwolf007.blogspot.com/

My current project is in my sig (AMD Project Omega). Currently developing my abilities with priming metal cases, multiple coats of paint and putting a protective coat above it. My previous paint job did not last very long (lack of patience and a very poor choice of paint).

I don't really have much in the way of experience to offer at the moment, but this will hopefully change with my next project (After the AMD rig I got something quite special cooking up).

[MKmods]

glad you stopped by Yukikaze.. welcome to the club...:toast:
(I really enjoyed your blog on the mini ITX build, glad to hear a honest opinion)

Cold Storm:
I vote make ur own....but my next choice is the MM Pinnacle 24 (of those 3), I like that its made here in the US and it looks like it has the best cooling of all the options.

[technicks]

Finaly i can fit my side panel again. After mounting the rad at the back i could not get the panel to shut anymore. Today my friend brought me some very thin cutting discs for my angle grinder and i cut a piece out of the panel. Came out pretty nice.

http://img.techpowerup.org/090419/Capture039.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/090419/Capture040.jpg

[MKmods]

nicely done, looks pro.

[Cold Storm]

Cold Storm:
I vote make ur own....but my next choice is the MM Pinnacle 24 (of those 3), I like that its made here in the US and it looks like it has the best cooling of all the options.

I could grab two low end cases, and build my own. just the fact i don't have but a screw driver to do it all.. :roll:
I'll be thinking, and thinking some more on this.

Tech: I'm glad you've been able to throw that side panel on there man! Very Pro. Look to it. :toast:

[kyle2020]

DaMulta, I bet that pod gaming thing is super atmospheric at night, I cant imagine playing fear / doom 3 in it. haha.

[DaMulta]

I'm thinking about turning this into a water block during normal use.


http://rybamcz.boo.pl/kontenery/CPU%20Semi-solid%20rev.4/cpu1.jpg

http://rybamcz.boo.pl/kontenery/CPU%20Semi-solid%20rev.4/cpu3.jpg

http://rybamcz.boo.pl/kontenery/CPU%20Semi-solid%20rev.4/cpu4.jpg

http://rybamcz.boo.pl/kontenery/CPU%20Semi-solid%20rev.4/cpu5.jpg[/QUOTE]



Install a quirk(how do you spell that) on top then run one water line down to the bottom into a small shower head

http://www.neatitems.com/images/Pulsating_SC_Jet_Shower_Head.jpg

Then have the fluid come out the top.


I think I'm going to change the phase into a water chiller.....

[Cold Storm]

That sounds like a "different" idea. Maybe able to do it.. Lot of modding ahead for it.

[CyberDruid]

Turning a skateboard wheel into a shower head...now that's thinking outside the box :D

[DaMulta]

think it would work?

[DaMulta]

Now would it perform better even with dry ice/LN2 if I went and had it nickel plated first? That way I would not have the Alum and Copper mix........

[Cold Storm]

That, I can't tell ya Damulta... Well, it's about the time to get everything ordered for the new case and build.

[CyberDruid]

I think you are best served using it for it's intended function. Sorry to be so boring :p

Been working on an external cooler and bent up some acrylic today using a neat device I got from US Plastics. It's a heating strip you just plug in and lay over the acrylic. It's about an inch wide and 24" long and gets hot enough to bend 1/4" acrylic in about 20 minutes.

I experimented with trying to get a wide radius bend but it was not possible because the strip is so narrow. If I lay two of the heaters side by side I could probably get it to bend around a broomstick (I haveonly one). As it was it still came out pretty tasty.

http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/8456/wb001.jpg

http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/9146/wb002.jpg

http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/8175/wb003.jpg

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/79/wb004.jpg

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/5324/wb006.jpg

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/4899/wb008.jpg

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/5010/wb014.jpg

Laying up shellac now.

[Cold Storm]

CD... That leaves me speechless like everything I see from you..

Well, I'm going with the Pennacle 24 case from Mountain Mods. I've been talking with them the last few days, and so I got Ton of thoughts on what I can do.. Plus going to see about getting the window etched...

[DaMulta]

I want to go hang out at Cybers and Mkmods house for a week or so!

[p_o_s_pc]

I want to go hang out at Cybers and Mkmods house for a week or so!

+1 but cyber scares me :(

[DaMulta]

+1 but cyber scares me :(

-1

Cyber is the shit! He just likes to blow things up lol and drink moon shine!

[MKmods]

I want to go hang out at Cybers and Mkmods house for a week or so!

ur welcome anytime.... Remember in Nevada hookers are legal and booze is free..:laugh:

[CyberDruid]

http://img104.imageshack.us/img104/4356/completeweekend111.jpg

http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/8193/completeweekend104.jpg

http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/6519/completeweekend081.jpg

It's done.

[MKmods]

Elegant:respect:

[Chicken Patty]

CD thats just awesome. I'll walk right by that in a house and not even notice its computer releated :laugh:

[DanishDevil]

Looks gorgeous! I love the acryl with that wood, and the shiny shiny bolts :)

[technicks]

Freakin awesome CD. Like said. Very elegant.

[CyberDruid]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDop89fiugg
A vid of it at the halfway point during assembly

[Yukikaze]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDop89fiugg
A vid of it at the halfway point during assembly

I have a similar idea for my future watercooling setup (Building an external box for it), but there is no way I can make anything look as good.

This is absolutely awesome.

[lilkiduno]

hey guys, so i have a few questions... i am a n00b at moding, but i am moding my AMD's case
1. i know about drilling out the rivits, but what size drill bit is good?

2. how do i rivit my case back together?

3. i have a Xclio 250mm fan, i changed the LEDs but now the fan won't spin any advice?

[King Wookie]

CD your handiwork is amasing! I am in awe!:respect:

[MKmods]

WOW! you really fixed up those scratches. Bet ur daughter is gonna love it.

[CyberDruid]

I made a pig's ear out of silk purse now didn't I?

:p


Just an insider comment on the affair: the powdercoat guys said the 320grit sanding marks showed right through the pink. It was not until the clear sparkle top coat that they were sure it would fly. They are pretty picky and probably would have had to redo it if the scratches showed. So if 320 grit scratches show through single layer gloss powdercoat what do you think 60 grit grinder swirls would do? It just shows that even someone with the talent and wherewithal to start a PC factory can still learn something...

[Cold Storm]

Cyberdruid... Your making me want a pink box now!!!

[CyberDruid]

I never stopped my yearning for pink box...:p

BTW I have enough material left over todo 2-3 PC cases. Or a chopper. Malibu Barbie Edition West Coast Chopper? I bet Mikey could do a fine job on that.

[Cold Storm]

I never stopped my yearning for pink box...:p

BTW I have enough material left over todo 2-3 PC cases. Or a chopper. Malibu Barbie Edition West Coast Chopper? I bet Mikey could do a fine job on that.

Hey, e mail them and see if they'll do it! I bet there is some strange Barbie "1 Zillion year" ann... lol...

[CyberDruid]

I can see Paulie taking that for a ride with a long blonde wig under his skullcap

[Cold Storm]

I can see Paulie taking that for a ride with a long blonde wig under his skullcap

lmao.. you know he'd do it! Man, would he do it... Shit, I think Mikey would have to tag along on the speed bike!

Beep, Beep!

[CyberDruid]

I'm man enough to ride a pink bike. I've got an old Triumph that needs some love. My boy already has his sights set on the Buell... Maybe a pink cafe racer for my girl. Sporty...but not too fast.

We are wayyyy OT

[Cold Storm]

I'm man enough to ride a pink bike. I've got an old Triumph that needs some love. My boy already has his sights set on the Buell... Maybe a pink cafe racer for my girl. Sporty...but not too fast.

We are wayyyy OT

lol.. Man, there we go... I'll come up for the weekend, and we'll do a nice little movie on the pink rider! :roll:

Man... My mountain mod case is still in processing... Got so many things thinking out about that case!!! Might have to e mail him to see if I can pay more for shipping.. :roll: even if it sits here 3 weeks...

[MKmods]

I just saw these
http://www.titanuscomputers.com/category-s/53.htm
I bet they would be fun to mod the hell out of....

the bulldozer one looks like it could be easily modded to a Transformers theme.... (new TF movie coming soon:rockout:)

[Cold Storm]

I saw them some where a while back.. Does look "different"... Auzentech (http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010090007%2050010788&name=Auzentech) has had some cases out for a while at newegg..


lmao.. just saw that Auzentech has the GMC brand cases... :roll: I know they didn't have it a while back! Might even buy one for my uncles rig.. I know it won't be oc'ed..

[MKmods]

Thx CS, I never saw them on Newegg before...guess I better learn to explore a bit

[Cold Storm]

Thx CS, I never saw them on Newegg before...guess I better learn to explore a bit

hey, we all explore.. Just sometimes the Millions of items just don't click right away.. Newegg has to many "named cases" to even know what they have or don't... Man, even I had to hit the edit because I didn't "explore" enough when I posted that message..

It's like when I order food for the kitchen.. Sysco has names for everything differently... ex. The hotdog with dough around them ..... "Frank N PUFF" or hard boiled eggs for retail sell... "Crack'N'Snack" Sh1t.. looking threw our Online recipe guide... Fried Catfish is called battered Ostariophysi... No sh1t on that...

[MKmods]

dam now you made me hungry....
(thanks again)

[Cold Storm]

Hey, any time man! and if you feel like getting sick in Florida.. Come to my hospital.. Only place I know that you'll see business around the area coming because of how good the food is! No Lie there!

[DaMulta]

I've always wanted a Pink sports car....maybe the reason in every NFS I play I always have one....

[MKmods]

well if I ever come across a Pink sports car for a good deal Il hook you up DaMulta...
(lol, when I was a teenager I had a chance to get a Lambo, it was purple with white interior and belonged to a Saudi prince. Dam that was 1 ugly color)

[Taz100420]

Im pissed!:mad:
I just broke my LAST piece of plexiglass when I was cutting out a piece for my side case window.....I had 6 inches left to cut, went to move it and it snapped off..... Damn it, almost done with the case besides the front panel and paint. Now i have to wait and find some more plexiglass or find some acrylic......

[MKmods]

Picts?

[Cold Storm]

D!!!!!! I got it!!!!! The CD's case got me thinking, and now the last two posts... The "PimP" Knight Rider!!!!!!!!


Pickin' up the H0's while taking out the trash with the "Pinky"! :roll:

[DaMulta]

rofl lol Cold


sorry to hear taz!

[Taz100420]

Time to take a trip around town tomorrow lol.

I threw out the plexiglass I was so mad and it broke even more......

Ill have some pics soon when I get the time to take them lol

[DaMulta]

I can understand! Sometimes that's just how you cool off is by destroying things. Have you seen Cybers youtube channel yet ROFL

[CyberDruid]

I've got some stuff I need to destroy all stockpiled for "one of those" days.

[DaedalusHelios]

I've got some stuff I need to destroy all stockpiled for "one of those" days.

Do you shoot the stuff or blow it up?

I just shoot stuff. :)

[CyberDruid]

Tannerite let's you do both. In fact I still want tomod a case with destructive forces...rip mangle and shred it then put the PC parts back in :D

[DaMulta]

I for one want to see more videos with that gun!

[Taz100420]

I've smashed many mouses from them just stopping. Then I would heave them across the room, hopefully missing someones head, and break into a million pieces all over my room. My mouse and keyboard I am using now has survived a couple tosses. Microsh@ft products are strong! Except for the mouses scroll wheel, its ghettoized now!

[CyberDruid]

I've got a lightly damaged heavily modded Lian Li V2100B. Not sure what the hell to do with it. Has cutouts for stuff that simply doesn't exist. Seems like a modder's wet dream. Already has a very nice window and vent on the mobo-view side panel and a very nice trim piece over a pair of 120mm cutouts on the blindside panel. I don't want to post a picture of it for personal reasons...just trying to figure out how to best find this beast a home. Custom powdercoated on every piece of raw aluminum...black anodized elsewhere. It's a $300 case with 3 times that in mods...ready to accept a PA120.3 on the bottom and a GTX240 or MCR220 on the side. Plus a host of accessoried either hand fabricated or powdercoated...

But it's got some minor damage...

Any ideas?

[tigger]

I'd like to see that,its very similar to my PC-201B.All i've done at the moment,is cut a window in the panel.

[CyberDruid]

This one suffered some shipping damage after it was modded. It's been stripped and shelved until I figure out where it's going. I have enough PC cases and stuff here to keep me busy for a long time...so this one is just going to gather dust.

[Taz100420]

Heres some pics:

Side window in which I broke the plexiglass cutting it out:
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/Taz100420/DSCF0959_edited.jpg

Front 120mm Fan cut out the grill:
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/Taz100420/DSCF0960_edited.jpg

Rear 80mm fan grills cutout:
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/Taz100420/DSCF0961_edited.jpg

And one of the messy inside, dont ask about the HDD......:p
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/Taz100420/DSCF0962_edited.jpg

Plus I have cut out the diamond design on the mobo tray for extra airflow over the back of the mobo
I still need to drill a screw hole for the vid card to secure it. Work in progress!:rockout:

[MKmods]

nicely done:toast:

[DaMulta]

ROFL

POWER WHEEL MODDING!
http://www.generalnonsense.net/showthread.php?t=554

[MKmods]

the kid needs a helmet:shadedshu

I really liked the last one with the yamaha motor...

[DaMulta]

Helmets are for sises! lol

Don't you remember making fun of the kids whos partents made them wear helmets when bike riding?

Live life a little I say!

[MKmods]

I never had a helmet (probably why Im so screwed up)

[DaMulta]

Either did I and I have had some major bike wreaks in my time. Maybe that's what is wrong with me too lol....

[SystemViper]

I'm man enough to ride a pink bike. I've got an old Triumph that needs some love. My boy already has his sights set on the Buell... Maybe a pink cafe racer for my girl. Sporty...but not too fast.

We are wayyyy OT

i had a old triumph t-500 tiger when i was 17, black and chrome with straight pipes, man i loved that bike, and so did the ladies....
man i miss it... brings back so many non-responsible years :pimp:

[tigger]

I had a suzuki X7 when i was 17,was a two stroke twin,i had microns on it.Was a whole heap of fun that bike.Had a powerband at 5500rpm,and soon as it hit that it was a beast.

I made myself a custom psu plate for my pc201 case.Instead of two psu's,now it has the psu at the bottom and a 120mm fan above it.I am gonna fit some MM hdd plates to the fan and put my hdd's there.

[Cold Storm]

All right guys. Throwing this out there.. I got the Pinnacle 24 case and I was wondering what the Safest way to wire all the fans together? I don't want to use a fan controller.

I will have 3 of the aerocool Xtreme 120mm fans for the front .50a
Then 4 Scythe Slip Stream 120mm fans for the top .53a

Thanks for anything and everything.

[MKmods]

When I do stuff like that I cut the tach wire off and connect the reds and the blacks together and go.

If you use the mobo fan headers I remember hearing from a mobo mfgr thet the headers are designed for about .25A each so I never hook fans to the mobo (better to use all the power for important things)

a normal small PS wire is between 18ga and 16g. They can handle about 16-22A (thats a LOT of fans)

the tiny used in some fan plugs is about 24-26ga and that can handle 2 to 3A.

Try to give your self a bit of extra room (dont run 4A on a 3A wire) and you will be safe.

Also wires in free air (not wrapped in tubes or sealed) can handle even more power as the airflow around them carries away the heat.

One other thing--- if you wire a 12V fan (pos) wire to the yellow of the PS and the fans black wire (ground) to the red wire on the PS(5V line) the fans will spin slower and use about 7V.
(handy to slow down really fast fans)

LOL, Deja Voo

[Cold Storm]

all right, so just throw out the yellow wires, and go red and black.

So, if I wire the front 3 together, and use a extender to connect the 3 to the top, and then connect the 4 that will be on the rad. together.. It will be good? After all that connect it all to just one molex connector and then psu?


Deja Vu! Da be it! D... I see you watching... call me man!

[MKmods]

well if the fans were .5A (1/2 an amp) and the wire could run 16A than technically you could run up to 32 of the fans on a single line. (but I wouldnt, I may try 30)

With motors (and fans) Power needed varies, like a bit more to start the fan and while running less.

Thx Cold Storm for the good question..

[Cold Storm]

all right. So, I'll be going to wire the fans up then. Get it all going. Place the order for the Aceocool fans, a sleeving kit for any odds and ends, then wait.. :roll:

[DaMulta]

http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/how_to/4318067.html

[Chicken Patty]

http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/how_to/4318067.html

is there any pictures to that other than the first page? Man thats pretty crazy. What do you guys think about that?

[tigger]

The pipe runs are very long,looks cool though.

[CyberDruid]

Oh NOes they stole mah Ideer...again. At least they didn't steal the "tubeless LC" part of mah brainchild.

And acrylic for a desk top is mondo retardation...it'll be scratched and crappy looking in no time. That's why people use Glass.

[Odin Eidolon]

Oh NOes they stole mah Ideer...again. At least they didn't steal the "tubeless LC" part of mah brainchild.

And acrylic for a desk top is mondo retardation...it'll be scratched and crappy looking in no time. That's why people use Glass.

+1

[DaMulta]

We took a WWE Shoe Box, ATi Pins, 3 Cathode, 4 80mm FAN, and 2 12v 1Amp plugs. Started using a 24v but kind of was scared of a house fire when the lights became super hot!

For the past few days(he has had a blast tho!)
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/Thestart.jpg

TODAY!!!
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/Today.jpg

TeH STAGE!
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/LOVE1.jpg


From the stage! Notice two power plug ins. I was using a 24v but then backed off that idea...
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/stage084.jpg


And the fight about to begin
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/table.jpg

The CROWD IS GOING CRAZY
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/CROWD.jpg

Dimming the lights on count down
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/dimming.jpg

Red always on stage lights
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/redlights.jpg

THE FIGHT IS OVER!!!

http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/Itsover.jpg

A better look at the entrance
http://img.techpowerup.org/090526/stageshow.jpg

[technicks]

Thats so cool.

[crtecha]

Thats really awesome damulta!!!!! Man all I had was one Jake the Snake action figure when I was a kid...... :)

[MKmods]

is there any pictures to that other than the first page? Man thats pretty crazy. What do you guys think about that?

Considering it was done by a company (with 10x the resources of any of us) it looks very sloppy, add to that the dangerous light tubes (should have used LEDs built into the edges). They should have used thicker material, drilled it out and ran the coolant through the top/bottom panel.

[Chicken Patty]

D thats sick!!! haha lotta thought put into that heh?

[DaMulta]

Nope that was all on the fly LOL

I still LOL at busting out a 24volt DC converter(I didn't know I had one...hell my pump is going on that baby!) Those lights started to met out of their covers ROFL.

The fan stack looked really cool!


In da morning he wants to make a stand for the people and then make a youtube video fight LOL

Hell he wanted to make a youtube film all day but the camara is starting to act crazy. I not have to hit it against something to turn on, and something have to do it so it will zoom in and out.....yep the old just hit it method works on it very very well LOL

[Chicken Patty]

haha I have found that method to be very effective D, especially on hard drives :roll: just kidding :p

But man thats was some creative stuff bro :rockout:

[DaMulta]

I has a fresh idea today!

Make the case out of wood/pebbles(it would feel more as one at least to me....)

Then on the tray. Make a rock waterwall reservoir sealed in with glass;so the parts don't get wet, AND you could install a motherboard ontop of the working waterwall.

Use a rock/granite/anything on a textured tile sheet(tile that you would use in your kitchen floor) and make a small collector to make sure all the water would run down at the same time(like in water fall res by Cyber)

outcome would look like this but with your motherboard installed on top

http://d3f8w3yx9w99q2.cloudfront.net/1327/nayer-kazemi-horizontal-stream-wall-fountain/nayer-kazemi-horizontal-stream-wall-fountain_0_0.jpg


I think it would look super kool!

[MKmods]

pretty sweet idea, very artsy fartsy...:respect:

you could call it the "Serenity" mod
(my fav movie)

[DaMulta]

I'm not up to skill to make something like that. BUT other people are like you MK lol.

Just throwing the idea out to be used maybe.....

[MKmods]

Speaking of ideas I have a "News Flash" for all you modders........

in the last year I have gone through 5 different Dremels( had a 200 series, two 300 series and two 400 series)...they are just not designed for our hobby (more like working with balsa wood)..

My last one died a week ago and I wasent looking forward to buying another just to have it fail..(+ I was broke)

So I went to my local WalMart and picked up a Black & Decker RTX
http://www.blackanddecker.com/ProductGuide/Product-Details.aspx?ProductID=10951

First they are $25 (not $69 like the Dremel)

Second- the chuck is knurled so a wrench isant needed

Third-The spindle is lockable, you flip a lever and dont have to hold down a button

Fourth- It just seems like it has more power and seems not to skip around/jump as much as the Dremel did..

Fifth- it uses all the Dremel attachments I have laying around (and have yet to use, lol)

I give the Black & Decker RTX 2 big fricken thumbs up:rockout::rockout:

[DaMulta]

I have one of these for my normal Dremel

http://images.lowes.com/product/converted/080596/080596002251md.jpg
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=94685-353-225-01&lpage=none

Makes working with a Dremel a lot easier....imo


Came with it in the kit they sell....
http://media.mydoitbest.com/imagerequest.aspx?sku=338566&size=2&warehouse=C&newsize=600
http://doitbest.com/Main.aspx?PageID=64&SKU=338566&utm_source=Froogle&utm_medium=FREECSE&utm_term=338566&utm_content=6790&utm_campaign=DATAFEED

[MKmods]

I have one of those too DaMulta...lucky the attachments fit the B&D RTX....
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture048-1.jpg

[DaMulta]

U like using that little gadget as well lol

That's good to know that it would hit on another brand like that!

[MKmods]

LOL, I have ALL the Dremel gadgets... But I have never used any of them:laugh:

Basically all I do is use the dremel with the 1.5" reinforced cutoff wheels....

[King Wookie]

LOL, I have ALL the Dremel gadgets... But I have never used any of them:laugh:

Basically all I do is use the dremel with the 1.5" reinforced cutoff wheels....

Do use the speedclic spindles and wheels? I'm wondering if they are worth getting.

[MKmods]

No way Jose...I am way to cheap to use those fancy schmancy gadgets....

Here is what I use
http://www.widgetsupply.com/page/WS/PROD/dremel-cut-off-fiberglass-wheel/XWX5-1625

I used to pay about $1 each for the disks till I started getting them in 100 packs at Widget...

[kyle2020]

Mines too cheap to be called a dremel :( haha. Comes with that handy bendy extender pen grip atachment mind, and that is useful.

[King Wookie]

Mines too cheap to be called a dremel :( haha. Comes with that handy bendy extender pen grip atachment mind, and that is useful.

Hey, as long as it does the job.

[intel igent]

Thnx for the reply MK......

[MKmods]

I am always going on how case mfgrs are so slow to embrace the future than I saw this today....
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/level-10-pc-case.jpg
Thermaltake BMW Level 10 PC Case

Dam I better hurry the hell up before they pass me up.. Well done BMW/Thermaltake...:respect:

[Cold Storm]

Yeah, it's a nice twist into things.. I gotta say that. Quite nicely done.. just gotta see how to "water" it all!

[CyberDruid]

I am always going on how case mfgrs are so slow to embrace the future than I saw this today....
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/level-10-pc-case.jpg
Thermaltake BMW Level 10 PC Case

Dam I better hurry the hell up before they pass me up.. Well done BMW/Thermaltake...:respect:

My thoughts exactly. I felt like I had dropped the ball. I shoulda built a prototype of this...but I never thought of it :p

[intel igent]

guess i'm still too bad for the "bad boy" club :roll:

:toast:

[MKmods]

guess i'm still too bad for the "bad boy" club :roll:

:toast:

Too bad no, A Pest yes...

[intel igent]

Too bad no, A Pest yes...

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

you are a real character Mark :)

you and i both know the TRUTH and that's all that matter's ;)

:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

[Odin Eidolon]

I am always going on how case mfgrs are so slow to embrace the future than I saw this today....
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/level-10-pc-case.jpg
Thermaltake BMW Level 10 PC Case

Dam I better hurry the hell up before they pass me up.. Well done BMW/Thermaltake...:respect:

i like the idea... but i TT quality is far from good... when LiLi, coolermaster or silverstone will try something new i'll be all for it!
the Level 10 case is not that sharp looking... seems a bit photochopped in that pic really

[Cuzza]

I am always going on how case mfgrs are so slow to embrace the future than I saw this today....

Did you miss this thread?? http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=96089


Right, here's a challenge: Mod a case out of the Dremel Box!!
http://img.techpowerup.org/090616/dremelpc.jpg

[MKmods]

I totally missed that, thanks for the link

[tigger]

That lvl 10 case is putrid.The cooling will suck and so will the wiring.

[MKmods]

That lvl 10 case is putrid.The cooling will suck and so will the wiring.

No, honestly tigger tell us how you really feel:laugh:

With some refinement it could be really nice. However if they think they are gonna sell it for $750 right now well they are in for a big shock...

Its funny how cases can solicit such strong opinions...

[tigger]

Heres my putrid case.

Just a couple of pics showing my custom made psu plate for my case and my freshly fitted top extraction fan.

http://img.techpowerup.org/090622/000_0135.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/090622/000_0136.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/090622/000_0137.jpg

[CyberDruid]

I bet that makes a significant difference in temps.

[tigger]

I cant work out whether to have it blowing in or out though.

What do you think of the psu plate? i know its not perfect but i think its ok.My hd's are fitted to the fan on the plate on some MM hdd plates.

[MKmods]

Exhaust fans are always at a shortage on cases, having two 120mm ones is excellent. Also I am surprised how many do not cut out the silly perforated/stamped grills like you did.
Well done.

One thing I would try is to reverse the TT fan in the top to supply cool air to the GPU.

Do you have smaller fans cooling the GPU? if so they will be blowing at the GPU and the orange TT fan is fighting them for air. By reversing the TT fan it will supply cool outside air directly to the GPU.

I bet your Hdds are happy with you for the good cooling they receive.

[tigger]

I have done it that way now.Its dropped my gpu temp quite a bit.My hdd temps are really quite good too,i thought it was quite innovative the way i fitted my hdd's there.

http://img.techpowerup.org/090622/Untitled071.jpg

[MKmods]

I am surprised more people (and the case manufacturers) dont mount the Hdds that way as well. They should last longer by running cooler, and eliminating the silly Hdd cages thay include in all the cases would save then $$ too..

That MM Hdd plate idea is brilliant in its simplicity...

[tigger]

Most hdd cages in the front of cases are rubbish,they are far too restrictive of airflow.The only exception i can think of is lian li,the way they mount the cages at the bottom of the bigger cases.

Edit-heres a better pic of my hdd's in the plates

http://img.techpowerup.org/090622/000_0065.jpg

[Cold Storm]

Yeah, the MM hdd system is one of a kind and sweet! I'm trying to work on my loop to allow the hdd system to hook into my mobo tray fan.. Just gotta see how to set it all up.. I guess when I cut the side panel for teh rad I'll be able to do it all quite well.. We'll see..


Looking good Tigger, looking good man! :toast:

[CyberDruid]

The B10 reminds me of the classic LL boxes of yesteryear...except much better in design and construction.

And of course a classic box needs a classic Blowhole mod.

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/8527/mods031.jpg
I use a template and backing board scrwed together.

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/1765/mods032.jpg
I removed the majority of the material with a holesaw 3/8" smaller than my desired hole then route the remaining lip flush to the template.

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/4880/mods033.jpg

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/1801/mods035.jpg
I like the removable top panel..it'll be easier to line in neoprene too.

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/4439/mods013.jpg
Laying out for a 120mm hole in the floor of the chassis

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/4327/mods016.jpg

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/6458/mods017.jpg
Same process with the template/holesaw/router.

Next I route a window into the virgin sidepanel

http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/3943/mods019.jpg
http://img197.imageshack.us/img197/649/mods020.jpg

http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/9296/mods021.jpg
Window will frame the mobo and nothing else.

http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/75/mods022.jpg
using ply strips for a router template

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1056/mods023.jpg
Sticking them down with mounting tape to the blue tape on the side panel

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/5756/mods024.jpg
This also helps protect the panel if you want to use a jigsaw.

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/8513/mods025.jpg
I use a Fein saw instead as it is less agressive and won't bend the panel

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/148/mods026.jpg
Then step drill to connect the slices so the piece falls out

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/5592/mods027.jpg
Sacrifical piece of ply backs up the panel during the work. Now time to route it flush.

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/1181/mods028.jpg
By taking care to protect the face of the panel only the bright strip on the edge where the router pared down the aluminum shows...and frankly it looks good that way. A Sharpie will disappear that in a jiff.

And finally a couple of cable management holes in the mobo tray

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/186/mods007.jpg
I added a hole for the 24pin and a slot for the Front Panel stuff.

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2727/mods008.jpg
Located the hole to be partially hidden under the mobo.

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/3815/mods029.jpg
Ready for the window. Mounting tape will make for a super sanitary installation

[Cold Storm]

:respect: That's all I can say... That's some sweet looking stuff man. Yeah, it bring back some memories.

[CyberDruid]

The B10 is so damn expensive though compared to say a PC7. I would probably be happier turning a PC7 into a B10 than the other way around :p

I have no love for all the tool-less gizmos and I'd just as soon line it in neoprene myself after maaking the window than removing the stuff LL installed before I put in a window...ya know?

But for someone that is not likely to do the mods the B10 is pretty damn spiffy as it ships.

[Cold Storm]

Yeah, I get what your saying. I would feel the same way about it. I so wanted to grab just two small cases and make it into a masterpiece, but thought it would cost to much to do it with buying of the tools.. Later to find, the "easier way" shows more money to be pounded on then you'd think... Man, I wish someone would of pushed me the other way! lol..

[phanbuey]

The B10 reminds me of the classic LL boxes of yesteryear...except much better in design and construction.

And of course a classic box needs a classic ...ke for a super sanitary installation


Man... thank you for this - This will help so much when I am ready to do my next mod.

[CyberDruid]

That's what this thread's about I guess :D Modding for modders:rockout:

[Odin Eidolon]

CD, you and MK should start a modding school! :respect:

[CyberDruid]

Check out this incredibly sexy Hex Mesh I have a couple of sheets of....

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/6452/finalnorserad029.jpg
Is that not the BOMB?

http://img190.imageshack.us/img190/6315/finalnorserad025.jpg
Just to give you a perspective of the scale of the hex

I made some filter carriers out of it

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/6628/mods038.jpg

They go in this cabinet I built

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/4431/mods042.jpg

The grain in the hardwood parts of the cabinet is pretty wild...

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/858/mods046.jpg
An we all like shiney stuff. Spent 5 hours on the buffing wheel getting this thing ready to ship...

http://img25.imageshack.us/img25/1227/finalnorserad002.jpg
Dual 480 Rads in an aluminum frame I made from angle on the bandsaw...

And how about this custom crate for the whole deal :D

http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/8863/finalnorserad021.jpg

The thing has to go to Norway

I love my job :pimp:

[DanishDevil]

O.o shiny :drool:

And that mesh is hot shit.

[Chicken Patty]

beautiful work CD :toast: love the mesh also ;)

[Odin Eidolon]

moar pics CD! moar!

[King Wookie]

I'd love to find some mesh like that. It's perfect for so many things.

[CyberDruid]

I'd love to find some mesh like that. It's perfect for so many things.

I would be terrible surprised if there is not a local distributor for perforated sheet metal in your area.

[Cold Storm]

all right guys. Big Question. I just got done wiring up all the fans in hte MM case. three on the front, 4 on the rad, and then left the back to seperate because of the fact one is on the mobo tray, but I sleeved the two and the one that will be blowing onto the videocards.. So 10 in all.. I've wired it up so that it all goes off one molex header... After 15 mins of it being on and looking to see how it does, the motors on the fans where warm to touch... Is that common to have? or should I have spaced it on to two headers?

7 fans are teh Scythe Slip Stream 1900rpm fans at .53a
3 fans are the AeroCool Xtreme fans at .5a max

Thanks for the help.

Edit: Forgot some key things...

PSU: Cooler Master Real Pro 750w. The one I'm just testing everything on.. it has 19amps per 4 rails.. so with it being 5 amps total, would that be the reason? Then if so I probably wouldn't have to worry to much on the Corsair HX1000?

The fans are in the MM case, not outside of anything, or on a table...

Also, I don't have but the front and rad fans secure to the case.. I have the others with just two screws at a angle.. could it be vibration?

[MKmods]

beautiful work Mark :toast: love the mesh also ;)

lol, im Mark..he is CD:laugh:

all right guys. Big Question. I just got done wiring up all the fans in hte MM case. three on the front, 4 on the rad, and then left the back to seperate because of the fact one is on the mobo tray, but I sleeved the two and the one that will be blowing onto the videocards.. So 10 in all.. I've wired it up so that it all goes off one molex header... After 15 mins of it being on and looking to see how it does, the motors on the fans where warm to touch... Is that common to have? or should I have spaced it on to two headers?

7 fans are teh Scythe Slip Stream 1900rpm fans at .53a
3 fans are the AeroCool Xtreme fans at .5a max

Thanks for the help.

Edit: Forgot some key things...

PSU: Cooler Master Real Pro 750w. The one I'm just testing everything on.. it has 19amps per 4 rails.. so with it being 5 amps total, would that be the reason? Then if so I probably wouldn't have to worry to much on the Corsair HX1000?

The fans are in the MM case, not outside of anything, or on a table...

Also, I don't have but the front and rad fans secure to the case.. I have the others with just two screws at a angle.. could it be vibration?

what gauge wire are you using to run all the fans. And are u using a controller or just straight?(controllers get hot when you turn them down)

It dosent seem like its too many fans on 1 line at all. Remember just because a fan says .53A dosent mean its that all the time.(usually its less)

[Chicken Patty]

lol, im Mark..he is CD:laugh:

woopsy i had a poopsy. Bro your work and his work are both awesome, its easy to get confused.

My apologies CD I mean mark :p

I have edited my post so that mark doesnt get mad, dammit, I mean CD hahahahahah

[MKmods]

:laugh: Thanks CP

[sneekypeet]

Hey MK, do new fans require a burn in to loosen up, maybe causing a bit more motor heat for the maiden voyage?

[Chicken Patty]

:laugh: Thanks CP

no problem "Mark" ;) :laugh:

[DaMulta]

Come one guys someone do my waterwall case idea ROFL.

I really want to see it in action LOL.

[MKmods]

Hey MK, do new fans require a burn in to loosen up, maybe causing a bit more motor heat for the maiden voyage?

They shouldnt need a burn in. Those fans are pretty cheaply made, while they are off:laugh: spin one and see if it spins freely or if there is any resistance or vibration.

One of the reasons I work a lot with the Silenx fans because of my mod to them as well as their quality internally is pretty good. I disassemble each one, clean it good (remove the grease) and replace it with different lubes (depending what I have laying around) My fave is high temp brake grease (comes in little packets from my local auto parts store for .99)

[Cold Storm]

what gauge wire are you using to run all the fans. And are u using a controller or just straight?(controllers get hot when you turn them down)

It dosent seem like its too many fans on 1 line at all. Remember just because a fan says .53A dosent mean its that all the time.(usually its less)

I used 22g wire. The normal fan gauge wire.. I didn't use anything besides scrap wires from cutting..

I'm not using a controller, don't like controllers since I did it with my Cosmos system...

I did a second run for 15 mins and the fans wheren't as hot as the first time..

[MKmods]

Glad it fixed itself like SP mentioned....

22ga is the min I would use for 120mm fans (18 is better)

If you get bored here is a quicky on greasing the fans

first find the back side, remove the sticker
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture035-2.jpg

Than the dust/grease plug
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture036-1.jpg

Than the small white plastic snap ring (I use tiny screwdrivers)
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture037.jpg

Than I use brake cleaner to clean the parts (evaporates quickly with not much residue)
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture039-1.jpg

Than I just grease the shaft(just a little) and a dab in the bearings hole before installing the blade
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/Picture040-2.jpg

Than just reverse the assembly and voila!

[Cold Storm]

:respect::respect::respect::respect:

[MKmods]

anytime...I just happened to have a bunch of those fans laying around...

In the first post I put a link to a wiki that shows how many amps for each wire gauge
http://wiki.xtronics.com/index.php/Wire-Gauge_Ampacity

Just because you can run wire at it limit dosent mean you should, I always try to build in a bit of leeway by using the next larger gauge wire. Also wires that are tightly wrapped and in tubes wont run as much current as wires in free air (thats how I did my GPU power wires on the Qpack mod) so take that into consideration as well.

[Cold Storm]

Fans where running last night while I was cleaning up the mess I had on my desk from all the wiring.. No heat from the fans.. Don't know quite what it was..

Now, if I can get a straight answer from MM on the custom top I'll be almost all set to go.. And start my next project.. Mini water system in HTPC! glah....

[CyberDruid]

Thanks for the fan breakdown Mark. But the Silenx have no rubber plug right? They are just sealed with the sticker I thought. Hence the inevitable leaks...

I should try rebuilding them (as expensive as they are).

[MKmods]

Thanks for the fan breakdown Mark. But the Silenx have no rubber plug right? They are just sealed with the sticker I thought. Hence the inevitable leaks...

I should try rebuilding them (as expensive as they are).

On the 25mm ones (thickness) I actually had to drill out the center. The 38mm versions have a small plug under the sticker.

Because of the cost ($$$$$:eek:) definately rebuild them.. Il take apart the green one I got from you last week tomorrow.

[Solaris17]

did the tpu case ever take off?

[KH0UJ]

bump for my stars to go up:laugh: no just kidding:)

[t77snapshot]

Ok, so after building my first case mod (Freeman's Box :rockout:) I got a taste of the how much fun it was to take something and make it your own. I have enough extra parts to build another pc and decided to make a custom case. Not my own constructed case, but an object that was meant for something else. After lots and lots of idea's I decided to transform an old type writer.:) I am tying to be original so has anyone ever seen a type writer mod? I hope not cause I am starting a project log soon.

Here is an example pic of my idea, what do your guys think?
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Newmod.jpg
(Image is just a rough draft)

[Solaris17]

Ok, so after building my first case mod (Freeman's Box :rockout:) I got a taste of the how much fun it was to take something and make it your own. I have enough extra parts to build another pc and decided to make a custom case. Not my own constructed case, but an object that was meant for something else. After lots and lots of idea's I decided to transform an old type writer.:) I am tying to be original so has anyone ever seen a type writer mod? I hope not cause I am starting a project log soon.

Here is an example pic of my idea, what do your guys think?
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Newmod.jpg
(Image is just a rough draft)

that would be sick

[Cuzza]

@t77snapshot, ROFL that pic is gold, nice one dude.

Great idea; the key is definitely to get the original keyboard to work with it. You want this thing looking STOCK. That's what I would love to see anyway.

[MKmods]

did the tpu case ever take off?

I am in the middle of doing it. I changed my direction a bit (economy).

What I have come up with is what I think is pretty cool, basically the hardware that I use in my Qpack mod will be removeable and fit into the Tribute case. Basically it will just pop out and plug into the Tribute case so I will have a choice of using SFF or the Watercooled Tower.

Ok, so after building my first case mod (Freeman's Box :rockout:) I got a taste of the how much fun it was to take something and make it your own. I have enough extra parts to build another pc and decided to make a custom case. Not my own constructed case, but an object that was meant for something else. After lots and lots of idea's I decided to transform an old type writer.:) I am tying to be original so has anyone ever seen a type writer mod? I hope not cause I am starting a project log soon.

Here is an example pic of my idea, what do your guys think?
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Newmod.jpg
(Image is just a rough draft)

I love to see other parts recycled, excellent idea.

[CyberDruid]

You are taking Plug and Play to whole new level Mark.

[MKmods]

I owe a large part of it to you and my friends of BBoCMC....:respect:

My thought is (this is gonna be so amazing) Imagine me at a Lan party with my Qpack mod, Pretty sweet right, no wiring running cool and someone says "Hey you should water cool that"
So I reach under the desk and pull out the shell of the tribute case, I unplug the hardware of the qpack (takes about 25sec to remove all) and basically plug the same hardware into the Tribute shell (takes about a min with all the water cooling stuff) and voila!

Imagine a line of cases that are modular so the parts are interchangeable...when you want a new face piece you just swap it for another.. Or want a CF mobo tray just pop out your alum/steel one and replace it with a CarbonFiber version...How about if you want to change from air cooling to water, just pop in the new panel designed to mount the rad fan assy...

Thats my thought

[Odin Eidolon]

I owe a large part of it to you and my friends of BBoCMC....:respect:

My thought is (this is gonna be so amazing) Imagine me at a Lan party with my Qpack mod, Pretty sweet right, no wiring running cool and someone says "Hey you should water cool that"
So I reach under the desk and pull out the shell of the tribute case, I unplug the hardware of the qpack (takes about 25sec to remove all) and basically plug the same hardware into the Tribute shell (takes about a min with all the water cooling stuff) and voila!

Imagine a line of cases that are modular so the parts are interchangeable...when you want a new face piece you just swap it for another.. Or want a CF mobo tray just pop out your alum/steel one and replace it with a CarbonFiber version...How about if you want to change from air cooling to water, just pop in the new panel designed to mount the rad fan assy...

Thats my thought

that would be awesome! once its finished i want a vid of you swapping out the parts :D :respect:

[erocker]

I am about to try and add a W/C loop to a NZXT Panzerbox. Anyone have any recommendations on where to place the parts. The 2x120 radiator will go up top (on the inside), I have a EK-150 resevoir I'd like to put in and a MCP655 pump. I have an idea of where things could go, I'm just wondering if anyone has any creative ideas! Here is the review for the Panzerbox with all the pictures needed: http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Panzerbox/4.html

I love cutting, beating and banging my cases, so any input will be very appreciated. :toast:

[t77snapshot]

@t77snapshot, the key is definitely to get the original keyboard to work with it. You want this thing looking STOCK. That's what I would love to see anyway.

That is good idea as well :toast: Just plug monitor and mouse in and your good to go!:)

[MKmods]

I am about to try and add a W/C loop to a NZXT Panzerbox. Anyone have any recommendations on where to place the parts. The 2x120 radiator will go up top (on the inside), I have a EK-150 resevoir I'd like to put in and a MCP655 pump. I have an idea of where things could go, I'm just wondering if anyone has any creative ideas! Here is the review for the Panzerbox with all the pictures needed: http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Panzerbox/4.html

I love cutting, beating and banging my cases, so any input will be very appreciated. :toast:

thats a hard one because its so different than existing cases, I really like the way CD mounted his res and pump on the Antec 900 he did.
http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=97100

[Cold Storm]

MK, I really do love the idea your having with the small switch up your thinking of. Really nice. I know when my parts were going doa or dead in a month, I could swap out my system in less then 20.. I felt like I needed a cookie for the speed! :roll:

[Chicken Patty]

aight,

I need the help of you bad boys case modders :D

since you guys are always modding stuff you might know where or who can help me with my request.

I have a TT Armour case and the side panel has a vent for a 220 or 230 mm fan whatever, it dont matter what size. Can someone on here make a new sidepanel? Of course I will ship mine out for reference, I just want a completely clear sidepanel with no vent, just a plain and simple window :D

ANybody? Or maybe places that usually can do these things that might be local?

[MKmods]

If you want send me a PM tomorrow and Il hook you up.

[Chicken Patty]

If you want send me a PM tomorrow and Il hook you up.

you got it, I'll send you one AM before going to work.

[CyberDruid]

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/773/done062.jpg

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/1097/done059.jpg

http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/4592/done055.jpg

Lian Li PC B10 with some mods...window, top and bottom blowholes, sheathing, cable management holes in mobo trayand a few other details.

Neat case. Well designed.

[Chicken Patty]

i love that case CD. Very well designed indeed, its a beauty. Has sound deadening in the side panel correct?

[CyberDruid]

From the factory even

[Chicken Patty]

From the factory even

awesome. Just saw it on the egg. its a expensive midtower :laugh: but the quality is second to none.

[Solaris17]

I am in the middle of doing it. I changed my direction a bit (economy).

What I have come up with is what I think is pretty cool, basically the hardware that I use in my Qpack mod will be removeable and fit into the Tribute case. Basically it will just pop out and plug into the Tribute case so I will have a choice of using SFF or the Watercooled Tower.



I love to see other parts recycled, excellent idea.

iv just beem super curious that looked like it was going to be an amazing case. how have you been?

[MKmods]

lol, you make it sound like its all gone....I am working on a new wiring idea so the hardware is interchangeable between the 2 cases.

It (The Tribute Case) "IS" an amazing case and when you see what I have come up with you will be happy.

[Solaris17]

lol, you make it sound like its all gone....I am working on a new wiring idea so the hardware is interchangeable between the 2 cases.

It (The Tribute Case) "IS" an amazing case and when you see what I have come up with you will be happy.

you forgetgood friend iv been gone a very very long time...when the tribute case was being made i saw nothing but sketches.

[MKmods]

I am sorry, I can get wrapped up in my working while the world continues marching on...

[Solaris17]

I am sorry, I can get wrapped up in my working while the world continues marching on...

haha no need to apologize im back and so i will be paying attention.

[JrRacinFan]

Welcome Back Sol!!!! :)

@erocker

I have a few very very different ideas that wouldn't involve modding the case at all. Maybe drilling a hole or 2. . . .

External res very very similar to CD's Antec 900.

@MK

I like the new avatar. xD

[Odin Eidolon]

lol, you make it sound like its all gone....I am working on a new wiring idea so the hardware is interchangeable between the 2 cases.

It (The Tribute Case) "IS" an amazing case and when you see what I have come up with you will be happy.

Stop teasing us Mark... :shadedshu






j/k, we all know you are very busy making that awesome SFF! :respect:

BTW I really like the new avatar too :toast:

[MKmods]

Thanks Odin, I just got a seat at Intels Sacramento Lan this month so I really need to finish the SFF comp up by the 20th...(so no more goofing off and seriously working now)

Also edited the first post, removed dead links and added some more...

[Cold Storm]

I'm not on the list....

Nice update MK, going to spend plenty of nights now reading and adding it all.. Still got to get enough balls to do the psu mod... lol

[MKmods]

Fixed:o

[Cold Storm]

All good man.. Man, I'm addicted to Armored Core 4 Answer! Making me think about a case mod now!

[CyberDruid]

Lamptron approached me about sponsorship and I went for it. Interested to see how it plays out.

[King Wookie]

Umm, any chance I can register as an apprentice? Don't know if I'm cool enough for a full membership.

[Cold Storm]

Lamptron approached me about sponsorship and I went for it. Interested to see how it plays out.

Ahhh, man that is some sweet news to hear! I'm glad to hear that your able get that sponsorship! I'll be waiting to see how it goes for ya, and i hope for the Best!!!!!

:toast:

[Odin Eidolon]

Lamptron approached me about sponsorship and I went for it. Interested to see how it plays out.

good for ya CD. remember to keep your freedom on all the projects!

[King Wookie]

Lamptron approached me about sponsorship and I went for it. Interested to see how it plays out.

This bodes well. Make the most of it.

[Chicken Patty]

Ahhh, man that is some sweet news to hear! I'm glad to hear that your able get that sponsorship! I'll be waiting to see how it goes for ya, and i hope for the Best!!!!!

:toast:

see i consider myself a great person and so is this dude im quoting :p

therefore his post is exactly what I would say if I posted. So just count this quote as my post saying the exact same thing :D

[Odin Eidolon]

see i consider myself a great person and so is this dude im quoting :p

therefore his post is exactly what I would say if I posted. So just count this quote as my post saying the exact same thing :D

:roll:

[MKmods]

Umm, any chance I can register as an apprentice? Don't know if I'm cool enough for a full membership.

Welcome to the club:toast:
Lamptron approached me about sponsorship and I went for it. Interested to see how it plays out.

Good Luck CD and hope it goes well for you:toast:

[Cold Storm]

Ahhh, man that is some sweet news to hear! I'm glad to hear that your able get that sponsorship! I'll be waiting to see how it goes for ya, and i hope for the Best!!!!!

:toast:

see i consider myself a great person and so is this dude im quoting :p

therefore his post is exactly what I would say if I posted. So just count this quote as my post saying the exact same thing :D

Heart warming it is... Man, come up with better words next time! It's almost like you quoted a person that quoted something else... lol... :nutkick:

Nah, in all. Nice Post CP.. :roll: I had to do it.. The Nutkick picture was egging me on! :D

[Chicken Patty]

Heart warming it is... Man, come up with better words next time! It's almost like you quoted a person that quoted something else... lol... :nutkick:

Nah, in all. Nice Post CP.. :roll: I had to do it.. The Nutkick picture was egging me on! :D

its all good coming from you buddy :toast:

[phanbuey]

Hey you guuuuuuuys!

Ok two questions:

1. Whose leg do I need to hump to get a mempership?

2. What adhesive do you guys use for hard rubber (lol) case feet... Im continuing with the voodoo mod and got some of these 4"x4"x1" rubber jewelry anvils...

http://www.jewelrysupply.com/images/rb980b.jpg

Ive cut it up into four even pieces and sanded it, now I just need to find an adhesive that isnt 100% permanent, but will hold the feet in place - awesomesause mounting tape with the plad green and white backing doesn't stick to rubber :(.

Help.

The alternative is to keep the wheels as Ive grown a bit attached to them.

[MKmods]

no humping necessary....:laugh: Done
I would use weatherstrip adhesive (a couple bucks at any auto parts store) if I wanted a permanent mount or I would drill a hole in the middle of it and countersink a small screw to make it removable.

One other way is to use a hot melt glue gun (just a few bucks at any hardware store,wal mart or home improvement) It would stick good but be removable.

[Cold Storm]

hey guys, what do you think of doing a "how to" part in project logs or what not?

Yeah, I know that's what the project logs are for, but I was going to this weekend write up a little "how to set up a mock water loop", and didn't know if it would be good for us to make a bunch of how to's?

[Chicken Patty]

hey guys, what do you think of doing a "how to" part in project logs or what not?

Yeah, I know that's what the project logs are for, but I was going to this weekend write up a little "how to set up a mock water loop", and didn't know if it would be good for us to make a bunch of how to's?

that'll be cool dude :D

[Cold Storm]

I Pm'ed Dan and I totally forgot about the Case/Modding/Electronic section. I see on how to add it there.. I'll link it when I do it.. Probably tomorrow.. another 13+ day.

[stinger608]

Awesome club going here!!! I would like to be a part of this:rockout:

This is one of my mods from about a year ago,

Started off with an old Thermaltake V6000+. Stripped it down to the bare chassis, cut the scallop out as a window, along with a 92mm fan design, and had the entire case powder coated a transparent red.........One must realize, the pictures just does not do the case justice.

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/v6000.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy5.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy7.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy4.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy3.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy2.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/candy1.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/DSC04361.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/DSC04363.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/stinger608/DSC04365.jpg

[CyberDruid]

That's a nice red. Transparent like Anodizing but Glossier. Sweet.

[Cuzza]

@ stinger, that paintjob is swish! i love it.

[kyle2020]

That colour is gorgeous.

[stinger608]

That's a nice red. Transparent like Anodizing but Glossier. Sweet.

@ stinger, that paintjob is swish! i love it.
It actually isn't a paint job Cuzza, it is powder coating. It is sprayed on as an electronically charged powder, and baked at 400F for 25 minutes.

That colour is gorgeous.

Thanks guys!! As I said, the pictures really don't do the color justice:laugh:



@Mkmods: Thanks a ton for adding me bro!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MKmods]

ur welcome, glad you dropped by and showed that bad ass case.

PS: stinger608 was there a base coat (usually silver or gold) on that or just the color coat?
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo142/Partspicts/candy1.jpg

[stinger608]

No base coat! This new Cardinal Transparent red comes out like that. It reminds me of the old color "Candy Apple Red" that was used for years, and still is, on many custom cars.
But no, this is just the color coat. It has a mirror gloss to it as well!

[Cold Storm]

The paint is quite good. I'll have to look into a Purple/Black version if it all. I think for my uncle I'm going to get a cheap case and paint it purple for him.. Thought about the cosmos but, that thing is dead.. Gotta work that baby out!

Man, I don't know what I should do... I'm getting that Liquid Chaos/T-Virus res from Frozen.Q, But I really don't know if I want to place it in my Pinnacle, Or re build the Cosmos in where it babies that?

[MKmods]

thx stinger, back in the day I used to paint cars and it kind of sucked as we didnt have all the amazing options there are today.

[Cold Storm]

Ahh, so that is where you get your Craftman work thought from! Gotta do a lot when your a painter for that kind of stuff.. No wonder computer cases are 2nd nature!

:toast:

[MKmods]

LOL, I started life off as a mechanic, machinist, plater, vacuum tech, custom painter, general contractor and hundreds of other jobs..

I can no longer do a lot of physical work anymore, comps were a way for me to be creative. Than I realized that the many of the newer generation have missed on the all the fun I had as a kid when we had to fix all our stuff rather than replace it.

This internet thingie allows me to connect with MANY people all over the world and share.

[CyberDruid]

Been doing some "classic" modding today...changing out LEDs in a 200mm fan, changing out the LEDs in a lighting module from UV to Red...I hardly ever do that sort of stuff and it felt good man:D

I know I am getting close to being done when I starting putting stuff back together:p The bench is an A1200 explosion right now.

Plus I built a (expletive deleted) Waterfall Reservoir...I still need to leak test. Wish me luck.

[Cold Storm]

LOL, I started life off as a mechanic, machinist, plater, vacuum tech, custom painter, general contractor and hundreds of other jobs..

I can no longer do a lot of physical work anymore, comps were a way for me to be creative. Than I realized that the many of the newer generation have missed on the all the fun I had as a kid when we had to fix all our stuff rather than replace it.

This internet thingie allows me to connect with MANY people all over the world and share.

Wow. With all that you can do... Countless things via computers.. Nice stuff MK. Thanks tons on allowing us your skills, and giving us your help in our adventures.

Been doing some "classic" modding today...changing out LEDs in a 200mm fan, changing out the LEDs in a lighting module from UV to Red...I hardly ever do that sort of stuff and it felt good man:D

I know I am getting close to being done when I starting putting stuff back together:p The bench is an A1200 explosion right now.

Plus I built a (expletive deleted) Waterfall Reservoir...I still need to leak test. Wish me luck.

I've all ways wanted one of your waterfall Resvoirs... My cosmos is in need for something sweet! Like Mk, I'm glad that we have you around CD. Helped this man out tons over the past year. I do thank you for that.


:toast:

[MKmods]

Been doing some "classic" modding today...changing out LEDs in a 200mm fan, changing out the LEDs in a lighting module from UV to Red...I hardly ever do that sort of stuff and it felt good man:D

I know I am getting close to being done when I starting putting stuff back together:p The bench is an A1200 explosion right now.

Plus I built a (expletive deleted) Waterfall Reservoir...I still need to leak test. Wish me luck.

Luck? you need no such thing with all that skill on ur side:rockout:

I suck big time at guides but some time it would be cool to make one for LEDs (like your you-tube ones) LEDs are so much better to work with than the silly tubes. I just bought a few packs of 100 leds on eBay for like $2 each...
(I couldnt believe they came from China in like 4 days with free shipping)

[phanbuey]

Ok I have a question for you guys - I have found this cheapo AC ryan GlowFX acryllic UV green grill that matches my triple grill...

I would like to dye it black - is it possible to dye acryllic instead of painting it? Has anyone done this, and what is the best way - I will keep googling but was just wondering if someone has tried this before.

[MKmods]

not me, sorry.

[phanbuey]

ok so i did some digging and apparantly you can dye acrylic, but its a pretty complicated process involving heating the dye mixture to 70C and adding acetol...

Then you have to leave the acrylic there for as long as possible, maintaining the water temperature at 70C (otherwise it will be uneven)...

Oh and the dye is a powerful mutagen, which means its highly toxic and breaks down DNA... hrm... i might put this on hold or get some limo tint or something.

[stinger608]

Sounds like a person would have to be in a toxic suit to attempt that one Phanbuey!!! LOL

[p_o_s_pc]

MK that red case looks like what i'm working on :roll: is that powder coat or paint?

[stinger608]

MK that red case looks like what i'm working on :roll: is that powder coat or paint?

That is Cardinal Powder coating, the color is transparent red.

[CyberDruid]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_e7eAPp3x0

Fun with lights and acrylic

[Cold Storm]

I was on my celly watching that video at dinner... That is some beautiful stuff CD! I can't wait for it all to be used in a build of yours!!

[CyberDruid]

Just ordered some supplies from TAP Plastics to do clear polyurethane casting. I've got this crazy mod in my head that needs to come out...in 3 dimensions.

Ordered a quart of Latex and some plasticene modelling clay. I'm thinking about making some Iconic glowing badges/labels and some even weirder stuff (like a face pressing through the window Matrix style or a hand emerging from the case Terminator 3 style (liquid metal). So Latex or Plaster will be safer than RTV-Silicone or Catalyzed Urethane molds.

Might just put my ugly mug right into the mod this time :D

[Cuzza]

And make the face with that weird effect so it looks like it's sticking out but actualy concave....

[KH0UJ]

Hi guys, Im planning to try setting up a water cooling on my rig, its my first time to try WC:laugh: im looking on this copper heater core since i have a lot of this on my work, can this rad work for a WC set-up? i have really no idea on this:laugh: if cannot, how about this aluminum rad? sorry for asking too many questions, im really a noob on this one:laugh:


http://img.techpowerup.org/090807/Copper Radiator.jpg

[CyberDruid]

That would work very well indeed.

I suggest finding the largest fan you can and making some sort of shroud.

I've seen a dual fan from Walmart (120 VAC and cheap) that a guy used to shroud and blow air through a similar core.

[KH0UJ]

That would work very well indeed.

I suggest finding the largest fan you can and making some sort of shroud.

I've seen a dual fan from Walmart (120 VAC and cheap) that a guy used to shroud and blow air through a similar core.

really?:D now my second question is what type of water pump should I use? does the water cooling pump also has FLA? (full load amperage) never seen or touched one before sir:o i only read the specifications on the net:o i only know from the specs that its a 12V DC supply and brushless:laugh:

[MKmods]

sorry for asking too many questions, im really a noob on this one:laugh:

This is a good place to ask.. Like CD said its a good rad to use.
(the alum one you show in your picture looks like an air conditioner condenser(designed to transport more of a gas) and wont be as efficient as the first one designed for water)

As to if alum is ok or not sometimes I use alum rads and sometimes not. The possible problem is using different parts (copper,brass,alum) and connecting them with water its possible to create a small electrical charge in the system that eats through the softer material (usually alum)
So if possible use an all alum system or dont use alum blocks or rads with copper parts.

As to pumps, anything that dosent have too much pressure but good flow. Experiment with whats available to you.

As an example this is a VERY good pump (especially with an aftermarket top)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835108063

They draw up to 18watts and flow around 440liters per hour.

[CyberDruid]

Either the DDC linked by MK or the Swiftech MCP655 are pretty much the favorites among waterheads.

The MCP has cast 1/2" OD barbs the DDC 3/8" OD barbs. Problem with either is you'll need an aftermarket top to use a lot of the more common PC type fittings (all threaded BSPP-1/4). But if you are happy with 3/8 or 1/2 right from get go either will do the job.

You'll need to adapt from the core tubes to something a little smaller IMO.

[KH0UJ]

This is a good place to ask.. Like CD said its a good rad to use.

As to if alum is ok or not sometimes I use alum rads and sometimes not. The possible problem is using different parts (copper,brass,alum) and connecting them with water its possible to create a small electrical charge in the system that eats through the softer material (usually alum)
So if possible use an all alum system or dont use alum blocks or rads with copper parts.

As to pumps, anything that dosent have too much pressure but good flow. Experiment with whats available to you.

thanks for the info sir:o the only available water pump here on island is the water fountain pump which is 120VAC 10 watts and submerssible on ACE hardware:( but im afraid it might short and electricuting my entire PC to death:cry:

[MKmods]

LOL, if its submersible dont worry (make sure its grounded).

Also make sure it isant high pressure, if you could post a link to it it would be cool.

I have used 120V pumps as well, and some water cooling kits come with submersible pumps mounted inside their own reservoirs.

I used to use Eheim pumps (submersible)
http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/15914/product.web
They just were way too much $$ for what they did..

[KH0UJ]

As an example this is a VERY good pump (especially with an aftermarket top)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835108063

They draw up to 18watts and flow around 440liters per hour.

I think this is my best bet:rolleyes: I like the speed sensor, can I use this without an accumulator? just the rad and a water block?

[MKmods]

just a pump a rad and the blocks connected by hose (careful to check for leaks) is all you need.

If you want to be fancy you can add a reservoir but to me the extra connections just add more hose and chance for leaks.

[KH0UJ]

just a pump a rad and the blocks connected by hose (careful to check for leaks) is all you need.

If you want to be fancy you can add a reservoir but to me the extra connections just add more hose and chance for leaks.

Alright then, thanks for the really informative suggestions sir:respect: I better start planning and cutting the excess pipes on this copper rad:rolleyes: its saturday today and i have nothing to do:laugh: thanks guys:rockout: ill be right back:toast:

[MoonPig]

Just a quickie.

Setting up my Rad over the next few days (Don't worry, the DeskMod will be pictures :D). It's a PA120.3, i'm using 6x 120mm LianLi fans that i got for cheap. Now, i've put converters on all the 3pins to make them Molex, then i've fitted the back ones together on one line, and the front on another. Then i have them connected on two of the three molex's i can have out of my SilverStone 750w.

Just wanting to know if they'll run at max like this, or will i need to attach the other Molex modular cable to my Silverstone?

This is the PSU Cable
http://www.dvhardware.net/reviews/silverstone_da750/15.jpg

This is my setup
http://img.techpowerup.org/090807/000_0170.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/090807/000_0171.jpg

[MKmods]

as long as the fans red wires are getting 12V and the blacks are ground they will run at full speed.
(careful the yellow wires from the PS are 12V and the red ones are 5V, the fan wiring is different (black=ground, red +12V, and yellow is rpm sensor)

The PS and fan companies should get together on the same page...
(thats a lot of adapters, next tool get a soldering iron)

[MoonPig]

You mean that mine is, or careful if it is?

[MKmods]

careful to check all the adapters...I just built a comp for a guy and fried 2 Hdds before I realized the yellow wire and the red one on the PS were reversed.

if the fans were .15A (usually listed a sticker on each fan) each you could run almost 100 on a single line from the PS

[MoonPig]

Ah ok.

How can i check?

[MKmods]

just make sure all the yellow wires from the PS connect with red ones from the fans.
(It may sound silly but it never hurts to be careful)

[MoonPig]

Ah ok.

Just checked and they do.

Thanks alot man, really saved my bacon :D

Can't wait for parts now! Damn weekend!