New WC setup

[Shamma]

Well, it's about time I get some new gear so I figured I would stop here and get some opinions because you guys know your stuff. Well, here goes.

Radiator: Aquacomputer airplex modularity system 360, copper, single circuit.
Pump: Swiftech MCP35X2. I'm choosing a dual pump just to have the added head room if needed later on.
Reservoir: EK multioption x2 250 advanced.
CPU Block: Swiftech Apogee HD.
Motherboard: EK full cover for the RE4. Acetal and copper.
Video: I have an msi gtx580 lightning extreme. The temps are pretty good with the stock cooler but If I do go with a block it would be a Bitspower full cover block.
Fittings: Monsoon compression.
Tubing: Either some colored fesser or tygon. 1/2ID-3/4OD
Case: I'm looking at the Magnum TH10 by Case Labs.

Hopefully I'm not leaving anything out. Thanks a lot and I look forward to your input.

[Drdeath]

Full cover waterblocks are not needed unless you plan on extreme cooling such as Dice or LN2. It's all eye candy now west.

[Shamma]

The only reason I was thinking of it is because I've heard that the fan on the R4E is load and anoying.

[Irocing]

The only reason I was thinking of it is because I've heard that the fan on the R4E is load and anoying.

Like your choice of Pump, Rad and case.
As to CPU block would go here.
Swiftech Apogee HD CPU Waterblock - Black Supports Socket 775, 1155, 1156, 1366, and LGA 2011. AMD AM2/AM3 support available for no charge on request.

Later

[Drdeath]

The only reason I was thinking of it is because I've heard that the fan on the R4E is load and anoying.

I reviewed the board. You cannot hear it. It is a 40mm fan. Wherever you read that they are not the sharpest pencil in the stack. 40mm fans do not have many db and are not noisy.

[Doctor_Death]

Take a look at the Koolance R4E block

[Drdeath]

Stan, he was going to get the block cause the SB fan. It is not noisy so its not needed.

[Deton]

pretty good choice of part

[Shamma]

Thanks a ton for all of your info. I hate to be picky but if it were you would you change anything or keep it the same?

[Irocing]

Thanks a ton for all of your info. I hate to be picky but if it were you would you change anything or keep it the same?

You'll be adding more but the the one thing I'd research is the tubing.

Have had trouble in the past with Tygon and plasticizers with clear tubing.
Figure if colored would still be there also just not as noticable.

YMMV

Later

[Deton]

I didn't see you mention about coolant additives?

AMS is a kiss-a$$ rad but pretty restrictive, however the MCP35X2 will compensate the flow. BP has good reputation in fittings but I'm unsure about their blocks. I never have a chance to exam their blocks but have seen the design is very simple.

Apogee HD is a good block but if high flow is your main concern then you should look at Raystorm or DD M6 block.

If you use colored coolant then all tubes will stained eventually.

[PC_User]

there is a new CPU block on the market and so far does better then anything, even the Raystorm. its called the DT 5 NOZ a member on XS is making them DT 5 NOZ CPU Block Preview « martinsliquidlab.org and DT 5Noz - Intel, Black - DT Waterblocks Store its a bit pricy but it seems Martin gives it a thumbs up

[Shamma]

I didn't see you mention about coolant additives?

AMS is a kiss-a$$ rad but pretty restrictive, however the MCP35X2 will compensate the flow. BP has good reputation in fittings but I'm unsure about their blocks. I never have a chance to exam their blocks but have seen the design is very simple.

Apogee HD is a good block but if high flow is your main concern then you should look at Raystorm or DD M6 block.

If you use colored coolant then all tubes will stained eventually.

I'm a bit confused in your response. You say AMS for the rad, what company are you referring to? Also you are referring to Bitspower fittings, I was planning on getting monsoon compression ones. If you were thinking about the vga block I was thinking about then that's okay because they are the only company that makes one for that card. This is now raising concerns within my own head. Perhaps this setup is incorrect.

[Deton]

AMS is Airplex Modularity System....doh

Straight answer, BP has no reputation in GPU block design and yes only them make block for the GTX580 lighting, therefore you have no choice to go with them. There's nothing wrong with your setup plan, I just providing you some information to think about it.

PC User; why did you say DT 5 NOZ is better? Martin's test only show its best flow but thermal performance has no comparison with any other blocks. You don't know if it is top of the pack or not? He just got his new X79 system and the DT 5 NOZ is his second block tested on the 3930k beside Raystorm copper top.

So the DT 5 is about 1°c and it's cost $94, it's not even copper top or nickel plated. That's about $30 more for 1c if you compare to the standard Raystorm.

[Doctor_Death]

I doubt it's the best block out there, besides I rather stick with a company that has been making blocks for years

[Shamma]

The rad is more restricted because of the tubes right? Mainly I'm trying to find the best parts available that will work well together.