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ShrimpBrime
12-02-2011, 08:23 PM
Need some expert advice about the latest and greatest water blocks.
Which one has the most mass. I mean in weight and size and which one cools the best.
Assuming all the blocks come with mouting for AMD and INTEL, I will use this on AMD systems mostly.
Rads. I really like 120.2 I usually cool the cpu only and has done really well for me in the past. But my Swifteck is old and needs replacement. Suggestions?
I run 1/2 inch outer dia and 3/8 inner. It's worked well and most HW stores carry Nylon clear, so I've always stuck with it.
Is there a decent type of tubing that doesn't get stiff while Chilling???
And finally res and pumps. I like big but not super expensive. Just need something that'll do the job for a long time.
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Currently running TT Big water with upgraded rad and modded waterblock.
MaadDaawg
12-03-2011, 02:50 AM
I just got the new Swifty CPU WB that has 1 inlet and 3 outlets. Two of course are optional and to really use it you'd need watered cards, chipset, and ram since it's designed to run a parallel flow to all components and then loop everything back with the new swifty rad with 3 inlets and one outlet.
I bought it cause it's BLACK, and should look cool on my R3EBE :P Seriously, it's supposed to be less restrictive and more efficient than the swifty XT it replaces as the flagship. I always thought the XT was a piece of shit, so hope i didn't screw up again :argh:
EK Supreme has had some very positive reviews. For MASS, the Kryos HF full copper block is probably the biggest I've had but reviews just below the EK. Also, the Kryos mounting hardware ain't for shit.
ShrimpBrime
12-03-2011, 10:31 AM
I'll have a look at the Kryos HF. I figure more mass holds chilled temps better. And other blocks that are heavy?
What's the name of the new Swiftech block you got.
MaadDaawg
12-03-2011, 11:37 AM
Here ya go :)
http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/swaphdcpuwab.html
Here ya go :)
http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/swaphdcpuwab.html
that wb looks nice
kikicoco1334
12-03-2011, 02:53 PM
I have the GTZ block, those are pretty nice and they are EXTREMELY cheap :D
MaadDaawg
12-03-2011, 03:38 PM
I have 2 or 3 GTZs... can't remember which. They are good blocks, they used to be great blocks :laughing: Hated teh swifty XT - got in a pissing match with Gabe over the "flawed design" :laughing: Kryos HF is a monster and does a nice job, only thing is most reviews I've read put the EK supreme ahead of it (despite it being uglier tahn hell :P ) Heat killers don't have universal mounts :thumbdown:
This black block is awesome looking. If it lives up to what the reviews say about it compared to the XT it should be a great block. I'll let you know as soon as I get it hooked up this week :D
ShrimpBrime
12-03-2011, 04:39 PM
@ Daawg - I'd be really interested in a couple of photos of how that block looks on your board.
I'll eventually be running this new loop on a Giga 990FXA for a daily driver, possibly after a Dice run or two. Thanks for the link btw!!
That Kryos looks really really sharp. And lots of Copper. Hmmm :rollineyes:
kikicoco1334
12-03-2011, 05:29 PM
Dude! those damn HeatKiller water blocks are the perfect murdering weapon, the mass on it is just great! Kinda like the F1EE you wake a sum'bitch in the head, they'll be tuckered out in no time!!
ShrimpBrime
12-03-2011, 07:26 PM
Yea the HeatKiller is a monster too aint it?
How are these blocks for dis-assembly and cleaning??
What methods do some of you use? I've cleaned my current blocks with CLR and a wire brush.
Splave
12-04-2011, 04:36 AM
this is what I use and have never looked back :)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835108113
MaadDaawg
12-04-2011, 05:21 AM
You using v1 or v2 Al?
V1 had a huge rectangular block in the center that added a shitload of back pressure. V2 reduced the size of the obstruction and let it flow better. The new one is supposed to be the XT by 2 or 3 degrees C without the constant back pressure.
kikicoco1334
12-04-2011, 07:46 PM
^ I have the GTZ and i never really had to clean it or anyrthing, I take them a part to clean them just for fun and I use hand soap and tooth brush and brush the living hell out of it, then just dip it in water for 10~15min and dry it out then put it back together, again i am no where near expert comes to water cooling, i kinda just do it for fun :D
ShrimpBrime
12-05-2011, 05:12 PM
^ I have the GTZ and i never really had to clean it or anyrthing, I take them a part to clean them just for fun and I use hand soap and tooth brush and brush the living hell out of it, then just dip it in water for 10~15min and dry it out then put it back together, again i am no where near expert comes to water cooling, i kinda just do it for fun :D
Nice. I like using a wire brush. Brass brushes around the size of a tooth brush work great. Scoring the inside of the heat sink makes little scratches increasing surface area no matter how small the scratches are. I've never seen a big temp drop from it, but in theory, it should help.