I started my 24hr leak test

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I started my 24hr leak test last night at 10pm Est. The hardware for my Maze4GPU block for my x1300pro pcie 256mb card wasn't right; they sent me a two allthread setup that was the wrong size. Not only was it too small, I needed the 6-32 rods and I needed all the hardware for four posts. So I had to cut the heads off of some 6-32 machine bolts and rig up something until my replacement stuff comes in. I didn't want to hold up the build any longer.

I ended up buying an Ultraproducts Aluminus tower case, the construction is excellent and the layout worked out great for water cooling. I really like the way the front cover is on metal removable hinges. I will take some pictures as soon as the leak test is over and I put the computer back together.

I want to thank all the people that helped this rookie venture into the world of water cooling. Since this is my first build I know some of the things that I did could have been done better, next time. ;)

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do I see water on that paper tower?"



Nope, dry as a bone so far. :D
 
DaCoOlNeSs said:
do I see water on that paper tower?
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i think its a paper towel with a floral print...i thought it was water at first also...or candle wax... i was like wtf
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looks good sigfever, glad everything was going well.
so, did the water system pass the test? seems as though the 24 hrs is up and u havent posted anything...
 
The water leak test passed with flying colors. As soon as FedEx shows up with my power supply I will be putting the puppy togther.

I was really surprised how fast the air puging went, I had heard that it takes a long time but mine went quickly. The D5 pump is very quiet and I am looking forward to seeing what my temps will be. :D
 
Have you tipped your case in different directions to make sure there's no air stuck in radiators or anything? I remember a few times it seemed like it was done, and I tipped the case, and a big bubble came out of my BIP2 :rolleyes:
 
Thanks for the heads up, I have it over on its side now hooking up the connectors. Now if FedEx will get their lame ass here. :mad:
 
Yeah, those radiators will hide all sorts of air, screwing up your temps. I'd recommend unmounting them, and shaking/banging them around. You'd be surprised. ;) It's the main thing I'm NOT looking foward to in my dual rad when I put that in...

 
u dont really have to worry about trapped air as much if the barbs are on the top
when i did mine i was going to do a 24 hour leak test but about 10hrs into it i said screw it, its leak tight.
 
In the event that you use plug-in fittings, there is no need for a 24 hour leak test.
 
theseeker said:
In the event that you use plug-in fittings, there is no need for a 24 hour leak test.
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and why is that .. do the plug in fittings reduce the number of possible leak points to zero?
 
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