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Title: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 06, 2016, 01:47:03 pm
Thank you for allowing me to share my custom PC build with you. I'll be using the GIGABYTE® Z87X-OC with EK water block, which cools Intel Z87 southbridge (PCH), PLX PEX 8474 PCIe lane splitter as well as power regulation (VRM / MOSFETs) module. I'm using Cooler Master Mastercase 5 case and two GTX 980 video cards. Inspiration for the custom painted exterior will be the 1970 Porsche 917 from Steve McQueen's "Le Mans" movie.  All of the liquid lines will be stainless steel tubing.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_1b_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/overclock-gigabyte-oc-force-guide-watercool-ek.jpg)

I scored this new Bitspower Summit EF cpu waterblock cheap on Ebay, and I do like the smoked acrylic top.
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(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/bitspower_1_water_block_GTX_1080_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/bitspower_2_water_block_GTX_1080_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/Gigabyte_oc_force_GA_Z87X_OC_force_cooler_master_EK_block2.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/Gigabyte_oc_force_GA_Z87X_OC_force_cooler_master_EK_block1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/Gigabyte_oc_force_GA_Z87X_OC_force_cooler_master_EK_block3.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 07, 2016, 01:20:59 pm
The Mastercase Pro is the same chassis as mastercase 5, but includes window panel and top cover for $139.99. If I kept waiting for personal time to build a PC for myself, it would have never happened due to lack of free time. I have to admit, I didn't like the Mastercase at first. I captured my mod zoo staff/friends unbox Mastercase 5 / Pro in my VLOG (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDuYZH0MZPM). I feel Cooler Master missed a lot of details that could have made the case even better. Especially since CM marketed it as "modular" and designed for DIY liquid cooling. It falls 40% from it's marketing pitch, but the overall build quality and finish is outstanding and eventually won me over after dismantling and re-assembling the case. Here is my final thoughts about the Mastercase, keeping in mind that I look at cases from perspective as PC Customizer and Case Modder.

RAVES:
*Overall Build Quality, Fit & finish.
*Top panel / cover design options are nice.
*Modular HD/SSD tray design and mounting options are best to date.
*240/360/280 radiator option for front is nice.

My suggestions REVISIONS:
*Top radiator mounting location should be offset, to clear DDR slots on some motherboards
*100% Riveted chassis?! I understand using rivets over screws to save time in manufacturing, but at minimum, the mid section floor should be removable for better access.
*Lack of Water pump and reservoir mounting. CM's competitors started embracing DIY cooling market over year ago, by including mounting options for reservoirs and water pumps.
*Mastercase 5/ Pro window panel is very flimsy. The "smoked" poly window is bluish/purple and has very poor clarity for viewing inside the case.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_2_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg?)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_1c_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg?)
Inspiration for the custom painted exterior will be the 1970 Porsche 917 from Steve McQueen's "Le Mans" movie. His 917 from the movie was chassis #022 and purchased in 1970 from Porsche by Steve McQueen's movie production company, Solar Productions. It was also the company that would bring the movie "Le Mans" to the big screen. This is the car that McQueen's character, Michael Delaney, starts the race in, and "crashes" late in the race, "writing the car off." The car that was crashed was really a Lola T-70, painted and rebodied, to look like a 917. Many innovations in cinematography, were first tried in this movie. They even went so far, as to weld brackets to the front frame work of the 917, so they could mount a camera to shoot Steve, and the other drivers, in the cockpit.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/mastercase_5_pro_clear_side_window_panel_mod_cooler_master_mnpctech7.jpg)
I'll replacing the #20 with #5 to represent the Mastercase 5 and using this clear side panel.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9l_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Cooler Master Mastercase 5 Chassis assembled with final coat of Gulf Racing Blue paint from 1970 Porsche 917 race car

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9m_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Porsche 917 inspired graphics are finished on the Cooler Master Mastercase 5 / Pro. Next stage is clearcoating everything.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9y_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 08, 2016, 01:36:53 pm
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_7_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

The front I/O panel on the Cooler Master Mastercase 5 / Pro is a bit bland for this theme. I decided to modify it with something that looks more race car appropriate. l'll start with steel face plate and chose some switches and controls from Mnpctech that include a red Fighter Pilot with momentary toggle for Main Power. The reset will be blue anodized vandal resistant push. I also found a VDO brand 12 volt gauge from the center console of a Volkswagen Rabbit GTI. I'd love to find some mounting bezels for 5mm LEDs for Power & HD activity.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_8_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9b_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9c_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9d_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9e_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9f_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9g_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9h_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9i_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9a_black_pop_rivets_4_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9b_black_pop_rivets_4_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 12, 2016, 10:25:58 pm
For anyone who either already owns or considering buying the Cooler Master Mastercase 5 / Pro, and also DIY liquid cools,  you may have pondered about the maximum radiator thickness allowed? Mounting a radiator inside the chassis you're only limited by how much you're willing to enlarge the factory radiator cut-out. I prefer to buy more internal space and mount my radiator between the chassis and the front bezel, I've outfitted mine with EK's XTX 360 that measures 64mm thick, but not without two compromises. You'll need to create a custom front grill for the bezel, as factory one will no longer fit. You also need trim the backside of the upper horizontal brace under the 5.25 bay location.

Dimensions (LxWxH): 400x130x64mm
Weight: Approx. 1496g
Liquid Capacity: Approx. 510 ml (17,25 fl oz)
FPI: 11
Fan installation: 12 x M3 threads on both sides each (for 3x120mm fan each)
Pressure tested: 1bar

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9c_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9f_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9g_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9h_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9i_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 13, 2016, 06:05:21 pm
The XTX radiator will utilize*three*Nidec-Servo*Scythe Gentle Typhoons (Model# D122C). This fan has been regarded as the best static pressure optimized fan by DIY PC community since it's release in 2008. The original D122C is no longer made, but there is limited stock available at some online retailers. Last year the D122C Scythe GT fan was resurrected and manufactured as "Darkside Black Edition" by Dazmode. It's the same specs as the original, but now has Black fan blades. Many PC Modders including myself have painted these fans to fit the color schemes of our custom PC builds. I've been asked several times over the years how to remove the c-clip without losing or breaking it? Like many others, I've also lost these tiny c-clips while learning the best technique for removal. This is my DIY guide to removing and installing external retaining ring or c-clip.

Nidec-Servo's Scythe Gentle Typhoon Factory Spec PDF link, http://www.nidec-servo.com/en/digital/pdf/D1225C.pdf* (http://www.nidec-servo.com/en/digital/pdf/D1225C.pdf)
Speed: *2150RPM
Air performance : 68.8CFM
Nose: 34db (25cm from the fan, free air)
Power: 12VDC, 0.123A (0.63A peak max)
Operational voltage range: 5-12V (~900rpm-2150rpm)
Bearing: Ball
Expected life: 100000h/35c or 55000h/60c
Appearance: Full black
Dimensions: *119 x 119 x 25 mm / 4.68 x 4.68 x 0.98 in


WARNING:

Perform this task with Safety Glasses, the tiny Black metal retaining ring (c-clip) can and likely will pop off, so perform this task in a clean workspace, so you can find it. I suggest doing the work on a large white bed sheet and holding a large magnet near the fan hub as you remove and re-install the c-clip, to increase you're chances of not losing the c-clip. I haven't found a source for ordering replacement c-clips yet, but I'm still searching.


(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_1_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Here is my suggested Tools & Supplies

Safety Glasses (not pictured)
Heat Gun for removing the fan label. Hair Dryer on HIGH setting will work as well.
10" Wire Cable Tie
Large magnet (not pictured)
External Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers (http://"http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/pc-cooling-fan-external-retaining-ring-or-c-clip-pliers.html")
Tweezers
Needle Nose Pliers
Super Glue (not pictured)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_2_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_3_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

External Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers, http://www.saeproducts.com/retaining-ring-tool.html (http://www.saeproducts.com/retaining-ring-tool.html)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_4_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

The fan blade looks as if it would snap-on and off, but not the case.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_5_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

We need to remove the back label to access the external metal c-clip on the fan shaft.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_6_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Swipe heat gun or hair dryer back and forth over the label.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_7_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Use the Tweezer to peel off the fan label.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_8_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Stick the fan label on a clean metal surface while you perform your work.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

You will tie down the fan hub with this Twisty tie. The fan shaft has a retention spring inside. You need to compress this spring, so you can remove the metal c-clip. If you don't, it's almost a guarantee that the c-clip will fly off the shaft faster than a bullet.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9a_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Using Twisty tie to compress the fan hub spring, by tying down the hub to the fan frame.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9b_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9c_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Close ups of the Black metal c-clip inside the Scythe Gentle Typhoon.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9d_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9e_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Insert the two prongs of the Retaining Ring Plier inside the jaw of the c-clip.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9f_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

If you have a large Magnet, Position it near the fan hub, just in case the c-clip pops off.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9g_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_3_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

C-clip Retainer Ring Plier, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/ball-bearing-pc-cooling-fan-external-retaining-ring-or-c-clip-pliers-clone.html (http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/ball-bearing-pc-cooling-fan-external-retaining-ring-or-c-clip-pliers-clone.html)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9h_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Holding the black metal c-clip in the Retaining Ring Plier.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9i_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

You will widen the jaw of the c-clip and need to bend it back to it's original opening, so it maintains it's grip.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9j_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

Hold the c-clip in the Tweezer while using a Needle Nose Plier to compress jaw of the c-clip.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/apart_9k_disassemble_pc_cooling_fan_clip_ring_tool_mnpctech_gentle_typhoon_darkside.jpg)

I debated about which color to paint the Scythe GTs for EK's 360 XTX Radiator. Decided to leave the fan blade hubs their factory grey and paint the frames GULF Blue, which works together and helps break up all of the orange.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_1_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

Primer Coat application not pictured

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_2_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_3_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

Clear coat applied

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_4_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

Re-assembled the GTs yesterday with these replacement C-clip Retainer Rings that fit Gentle Typhoon fan axels, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/ball-bearing-pc-cooling-fan-external-retaining-ring-or-c-clip-pliers-clone.html  (http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/ball-bearing-pc-cooling-fan-external-retaining-ring-or-c-clip-pliers-clone.html )

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/scythe_fan_c_clip_gentle_typhoon_darkside_black_edition_paint_clip.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_5_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_6_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

I use two micro flat head screw drivers to snap the c-clip over the fan motor axle / shaft

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gentle_7_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 16, 2016, 02:34:55 pm
EK's 360mm XTX radiator has convenient port on bottom for draining your loop. I'm using a Koolance Drain Valve with two of their swiveling 90 degree "snake" extensions.(Bitspower also makes a nice drain valve) 

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance_pc_watercool_mod_zoo_fitting_valve_mnpctech1.jpg)

Koolance Drain valve (4 way Splitter won't be used in this build)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance_pc_watercool_mod_zoo_fitting_valve_mnpctech3.jpg)

I'm using two of these Koolance swiveling 90 degree "snake" extensions. The others were used in Origin PC build, http://mnpctech.com/genesis-the-evolution-of-the-mod-munky-staff-project-with-origin-pc-genesis-full-tower.html (http://mnpctech.com/genesis-the-evolution-of-the-mod-munky-staff-project-with-origin-pc-genesis-full-tower.html)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/EK_1_360_TXT_size_fit_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/EK_2_360_TXT_size_fit_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

The two swiveling 90 degree "snake" extensions allow you to angle the drain valve under the Mastercase bezel and foot.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/EK_3_360_TXT_size_fit_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

Having the drain valve outside of the chassis makes periodic maintenance of draining and refilling the liquid loop easy.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/EK_4_360_TXT_size_fit_typhoon_GT_scythe_fan_paint_guide_mnpctech.jpg)

 Decided on Black wire fan grills for the GTs. I like the look. I guess some would call them "old school" when compared to vast array of fan grills available today, btw All of the machined aluminum parts for Deep Silver's Homefront: Revolution Gaming PC (http://"http://mnpctech.com/corsair-380t-homefront-the-revolution-gaming-pc-case-mod-by-mnpctech.html") are getting finished, so I'm dividing workshop time between both builds. What a contrast lol, from "don't scratch the paint!" on "what is the best grit to score this finish"on Homefront.

I also swapped out the Black factory thumbscrews for Mastercase SSD trays to machined knurled silver aluminum.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9k_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9l_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9m_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf_porsche_9z9n_EK_XTX_360_radiator_cooler_master_mastercase_gaming_pc_case_mod_mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: shadowsports on September 17, 2016, 05:11:02 pm
Props...  very cool.  Looking forward to seeing the result!

Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 19, 2016, 06:04:00 pm
Thank you shadowsports!

I cut and bent the final piece of SS tubing yesterday. I really liked the challenge in using something different. I also like it's bright metallic finish. It doesn't absorb smudges, fingerprints, so maintenance it easy. The biggest advantage to using stainless for PC water cooling is it's corrosion resistant properties. It does require specialized tools that include a hacksaw with bi-metal cutting blade, hand files and deburr tool. You must deburr the edges of the tubing to avoid slicing into rubber o-rings for your compression fittings. It also requires a specialty bending tool, like a hand pipe or mandrel bender. I recommend the 600 series bender by Rigid Tool or Imperial brand tube benders, these are the lowest cost. Type of stainless tubing I used for my loop is T-304/304L, Seamless Tube in 0.5" x 0.035" x 0.43"

Mnpctech Stainless Steel 1/2" OD Compression Hardline Fitting

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/overkill_mnpctech_stainless_watercool_hardline_compression_fitting_half_inch_1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/overkill_mnpctech_stainless_watercool_hardline_compression_fitting_half_inch_4.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/overkill_mnpctech_stainless_watercool_hardline_compression_fitting_half_inch_5.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/overkill_mnpctech_stainless_watercool_hardline_compression_fitting_half_inch_6.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy_stainless_steel_tube_pc_liquid_water_cooling_mnpctech8.jpg)

Tools & Supplies Used:

*RIGID 600 Series Tubing Bender
*Table Vise with Terry Cloth towel, to avoid scratching tubing.
*Micro Hand File
*Hacksaw with Bi-Metal Cutting Blade
*Table top grinder
*50 grit sand paper

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-2.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-3.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-4.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-5.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-6.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-7.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-8.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/guide-steps-cut-bend-stainless-steel-tube-tubing-pipe-9.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 22, 2016, 04:47:48 pm
Dressing up the 120mm Typhoon GT fan with machined overkill grill with Blue anodized washers for M3 screws, http://mnpctech.com/screws-anodized-m3-m4-30mm-35mm-40mm-red-blue-green-gold-ek-alphacool-hardwarelabs-corsair-xspc/ (http://mnpctech.com/screws-anodized-m3-m4-30mm-35mm-40mm-red-blue-green-gold-ek-alphacool-hardwarelabs-corsair-xspc/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/anodized-blue-screws-pc-alphacool-ek-radiator-mnpctech.jpg)

120mm machined aluminum Overkill Ring fan grill, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-cooling-fans-grills-custom/ (http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-cooling-fans-grills-custom/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech2.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech3.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech4.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech5.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 26, 2016, 07:25:16 pm
On Saturday I received my DDR sticks, 32GB of Corsair Vengeance. The sticks were Black, so I hit local home improvement store and found a great aerosol substitute paint for the Porsche Gulf Racing Blue, it's Harbor Blue enamel paint by Rustoleum. I'm using these to create a DIY video guide to painting DDR heat spreaders, too!

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/take-apart-corsair-ddr-heat-spreader-paint-memory-module-guide-TWO.jpg)


(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/take-apart-corsair-ddr-heat-spreader-paint-memory-module-guide-THREE.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on September 28, 2016, 09:01:24 pm
 I've been bending the tubing and learning the ways of the Stainless Jedi. I love the look of stainless steel. It echos the fuel and brake lines on race cars, but has it's own learning curve. In retrospect, the scale of PC chassis is just too small for the 1-1/2" bends you get with the SS bending mandrels I've found.. Suppose I could go thicker wall and make custom mandrel, but I'll try 3/8" OD instead of 1/2" OD next time. 

Specs: Stainless T-304/304L, Seamless Tube, 0.5" x 0.035" x 0.43"

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy_stainless_steel_tube_pc_liquid_water_cooling_mnpctech9d.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy_stainless_steel_tube_pc_liquid_water_cooling_mnpctech9a.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy_stainless_steel_tube_pc_liquid_water_cooling_mnpctech9b.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on October 08, 2016, 12:50:44 am
Dressing up the 120mm Typhoon GT fan with machined overkill grill with Blue anodized washers for M3 screws, http://mnpctech.com/screws-anodized-m3-m4-30mm-35mm-40mm-red-blue-green-gold-ek-alphacool-hardwarelabs-corsair-xspc/ (http://mnpctech.com/screws-anodized-m3-m4-30mm-35mm-40mm-red-blue-green-gold-ek-alphacool-hardwarelabs-corsair-xspc/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/anodized-blue-screws-pc-alphacool-ek-radiator-mnpctech.jpg)

120mm machined aluminum Overkill Ring fan grill, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-cooling-fans-grills-custom/ (http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-cooling-fans-grills-custom/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech2.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech3.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech4.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/coolermaster-corsair-pc-cooling-custom-fan-grill-mnpctech5.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on October 11, 2016, 03:57:34 pm
Painted the Koolance GTX 980 blocks, bridges, and back plates the Porsche 917 GULF Racing Blue. 

Dismantled blocks
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance-video-card-waterblock-GTX-980-1070-1080-1.jpg)

Primer coat
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance-video-card-waterblock-GTX-980-1070-1080-2.jpg)

Water block Bridge
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance-video-card-waterblock-GTX-980-1070-1080-3.jpg)

GULF Racing Livery Factory Blue Paint
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf-porsche-917-blue-paint-code-PPG.jpg)

Koolance GTX 980 waterblocks with final coat
(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/koolance-video-card-waterblock-GTX-980-1070-1080.jpg)

GPU and motherboard cables will be sleeved in Burnt Orange paracord from Ensourced, I'll be making billet combs for them, http://mnpctech.com/buy-stealth-cable-combs-for-pcs/ (http://mnpctech.com/buy-stealth-cable-combs-for-pcs/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cable-comb-PC-billet-metal-aluminum-handmade-single-individual-sleeve-2.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cable-comb-PC-billet-metal-aluminum-handmade-single-individual-sleeve-3.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cable-comb-PC-billet-metal-aluminum-handmade-single-individual-sleeve-4.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on October 24, 2016, 07:27:11 pm
CORSAIR RMi Series RM1000i is on way along with paracord sleeving. Last piece of hardware on my to-do-list is the SSDs
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: absic on October 25, 2016, 07:56:10 am
My respects.
This build is looking awesome and I can't wait to see the finished system.
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on November 02, 2016, 12:11:33 pm
Thank you absic! A friend referred me to Ensourced (http://www.ensourced.net) for custom paracord cable sleeving and extension cables. I'm really impressed with the quality and price. I thought I'd go with a color that accents the Stainless Tubing, so I bought these three variations of Grey.... Hmmm 

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/ensourced-paracoard-individually-sleeved-cable-extensions-smoked-grey.jpg)

8 pin GPU Paracord individually sleeved cable in "Smoked Grey"

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/ensourced-paracoard-individually-sleeved-cable-extensions-charcoal-grey.jpg)

"Charcoal Grey" paracord

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/ensourced-paracoard-individually-sleeved-cable-extensions-graphite-grey.jpg)

"Graphite Grey" paracord
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: absic on November 02, 2016, 04:36:10 pm
Looking at the photos I guess the first one, smoked grey, looks the closest to the stainless tubing in colour.

But, for personal preference I like the last one, graphite grey, as it offers more of a contrast and I think highlights the tubing better.
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on December 13, 2016, 09:34:44 pm
Thank you!! Finally back from other commitments and got to fill the loop last night for leak testing. Only remaining items on to-do-list are connecting all of the cables, installing SSD and Operating System.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-squeeze-bottle-PC-water-coolant-liquid-solvent-2.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on December 24, 2016, 01:20:23 pm
MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017!

....2016 was a crazy time for me. My personal stuff always gets shelved. Along with the AMD Radeon Tank, I had to finish this ROGUE ONE Corsair 600C for CES here, https://mnpctech.com/rogue-one-k-2so-toy-600c-corsair-gaming-pc.html

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-corsair-case-600c-carbide-star-wars-death-star-mnpctech-3.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-corsair-case-600c-carbide-star-wars-death-star-mnpctech-1.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-corsair-case-600c-carbide-star-wars-death-star-mnpctech-2.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: absic on December 24, 2016, 01:32:06 pm
Merry Christmas to you too.

Stunning looking Rogue One case.
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on January 06, 2017, 10:06:50 pm
Thank you for kind words. Back at the workbench today, I created a PSU shroud for my Cooler Master Mastercase 5 build. It's made from 1/8" thick cast acrylic with embedded magnets I found on ebay, I drilled holes and glued on two legs with weld-on acrylic cement for easy on/off installation. Next step is painting the shroud gulf racing blue and draping over the orange stripe onto the shroud.


(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-mastercase-5-pro-psu-cover-shroud-mnpctech-one.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-mastercase-5-pro-psu-cover-shroud-mnpctech-two.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-mastercase-5-pro-psu-cover-shroud-mnpctech-three.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-mastercase-5-pro-psu-cover-shroud-mnpctech-four.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on January 21, 2017, 03:15:52 pm
Sooo, Slow progress is better than no progress.. ha! Found time this week to get the Mastercase PSU shroud painted to match the chassis. Here is the plate with and without the gulk racing stripe and just after applying the gloss clear coat

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-cooler-master-mastercase-psu-cover-shroud-mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/gulf-racing-paint-color-mnpctech.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: absic on January 21, 2017, 03:44:53 pm
When can I book you to mod my next chassis?

Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on January 24, 2017, 06:05:09 pm
hmmm, thats tough one to answer atm....

something different today, an actual video of current stage of my Mastercase PC with my SLI Bridge mod

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egTMQS_-xFY
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on February 16, 2017, 02:38:36 pm

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/magicforce-mechanical-keyboard-change-key-caps-keycaps-one.jpg)

EEL Ambiense & Noobas4rus got me really interested in customizing mech keyboards after we did this Keyboard Modding Hangout, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzcAUTH7vZE

EEL suggested a good mech KB that allowed custom keycaps for my Mastercase Racing 5 gaming PC setup, I've given my Qisan Magicforce "Blue ICE Crystal" 108-Key Mechanical Gaming Keyboard custom keycaps that compliment my GULF RACING Porsche 917 theme.

The Magicforce Mechanical keyboard utilizes GATERON black key switches. It's really nice deal for $69.99, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HGDKJK4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/Porsche-917-GULF-RACING-Mech-Keyboard-Caps-Mods-Mnpctech-one.jpg)

EEL helped me with the layout for the gulf racing theme custom key cap order, $53.75 shipped from from WASD, http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/magicforce-mechanical-keyboard-change-key-caps-keycaps-gulf-racing-porsche.jpg)

Shift key was replaced with STICK SHIFT,
Escape = PIT
Backspace key = PADDOCK
Windows key = GULF OIL logo
Function key is number 5, for Mastercase 5 racing.

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/magicforce-mechanical-keyboard-change-key-caps-keycaps-gulf-racing-porsche-one.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/magicforce-mechanical-keyboard-change-key-caps-keycaps-gulf-racing-porsche-two.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on February 25, 2017, 04:41:55 pm
I've decided on the Cougar 700M Mouse. Designed for Cougar by CRE8 Design. I love the aluminum frame and height adjustable palm rest. I'm debating on color theme, maybe Blue with Orange highlights...

COUGAR 700M, http://cougargaming.com/us/ph/products/mice/700m/ (http://cougargaming.com/us/ph/products/mice/700m/)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/detailed/3/order-cougar-or-razer-gaming-mouse-pad.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on March 11, 2017, 03:33:15 pm
Cooler Master Mastercase Magnetic Clear Side Panel, https://mnpctech.com/cooler-master-mastercase/mastercase-easy-pc-window-panel-clear.html (https://mnpctech.com/cooler-master-mastercase/mastercase-easy-pc-window-panel-clear.html)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/make-clear-side-panel-pc-computer-mastercase-mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-clear-panel-plexi-glass-acrylic-cooler-master-mastercase-5-pro-mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/buy-tempered-coolermaster-mastercase-window-panel-clear.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: absic on March 11, 2017, 06:22:55 pm
Big thumbs up from me!
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on June 20, 2017, 03:14:35 pm
Finally done, Thank you for supporting me! I've re-capped build details here, https://mnpctech.com/cooler-master-case-mod-mastercase-5-pro-window-clear-smoked-mnpctech.html

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-hardline-primochill-build-pc-mnpctech-gulf-livery-paint.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/120mm-top-cooling-fan-case-mod-grill-mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/cooler-master-mastercase-watercool-build-pc-mnpctech-GTX-SLI.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/ek-hardline-tubing-fitting-porsche-build-pc-mnpctech.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/stainless-steel-petg-hardline-watercool-build-pc-mnpctech-GTX-SLI.jpg)
Title: Re: GIGABYTE OC FORCE GAMING PC BUILD, Mastercase 5 Racing
Post by: MonsterMawd on July 14, 2017, 04:27:24 pm
This project has lead to many new online friendships. I was invited by group a guys on FB who build Laser 917 kit cars on (VW powered chassis) One of them introduced me recently to Sandro Garbo, the artist and author of "Steve McQueen in Le Mans" a graphic novel inspired by the movie. http://mcqueenlemans.com/

LOVE this style of illustration, You can order it here, https://www.amazon.com/Steve-McQueen-Mans-Graphic-Illustrated/dp/3952470910/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500039502&sr=8-1&keywords=steve+mcqueen+in+lemans+book

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/le-mans-graphic-novel-porsche-917-garbo-studio.jpg)

(https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/le-mans-graphic-novel-porsche-917-garbo-studio-book.jpg)