Bad Boys of Case Modding Clubhouse..

[MKmods]

Thanks Silverel for the Idea.:rockout:
Ok here goes to be a member you have to be cool and if possible a build in the Project Log section or Case Mod Gallery.
(if you dont, its OK we will get you there soon enough)

I would like this Clubhouse to be a POSITIVE experience so please make comments geared towards improving an Idea/Mod.

This thread should be a place to share Ideas, Tips and Places to get stuff.

I would like everyone here to be a useful member, Ideas no matter how small/silly can become great things.

There are many levels of Modding and the simplest mod is just as important as the most complex. NO ONE should ever made to feel less because thay have less experience, tools, hardware or $$.

If you agree, Welcome...

Member list
1-Mark (markkleb/MKmods)
2-Chris (cdawall)
3-Shaun (JrRacinFan)
4-Seth (3991vhtes)
5-David (Solaris17)
6-Philip (philbrown23)
7-Jon (jbunch07)
8- (imperialreign)
9- (erocker)
10-Tom (InnocentCriminal)
11-Zack (DanishDevil)
12-(zaqwsx)
13-(DaedalusHelios)
14-(strick94u)
15-(Silverel)
16-(CyberDruid)
17-(Odin Eidolon)
18-(oily_17)
19-(paybackdaman)
20-(webwizard)
21-(xmountainxlionx)
22-(Skitzo)
23-(klva80)
24-(PartyLikeARockStar)
25-(Eclecticos)
26-Mike (Wolf)
27-(Nitro-Max )
28-(FatForester)
29-(UnkAsn93)
30-(Steelkane)
31-(EnergyFX)
32-(p_o_s_pc)
33-(hayder.master)
34-(kenkickr)
35-(lilkiduno)
36-(OzzmanFloyd120)
37-(tigger)
38-Kyle(kyle2020)
39-(Chicken Patty)
40-

Most of all Have Fun:D

For those using LEDs here is a quick guide to wiring them
http://www.theledlight.com/ledcircuits.html

Here is a list of Cool Suppliers that have a record of Great shipping/service
if you have recommendations let me know and Il post them

My new favorite online store
http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/

http://www.cyberdruidpc.com/catalog/index.php
Excellent Modders store

http://stores.ebay.com/Arctic-Cooling-RMA-parts_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZQ2d33QQftidZ2QQtZkm
Arctic Cooling parts at Ebay (excellent place to get AC pieces)

http://www.mnpctech.com/
Modders mesh,moulding and supplies

http://www.tapplastics.com/
Plastic supplies, Carbonfiber.

http://www.onlinemetals.com/
Just plain aweful at shipping/in stock metal, but a good resource for finding metals and gaining info

http://www.arcticmod.com/
They have a nice PS pin remover tool

Here is a list of links from Steelkane (big thanks)
http://shop.kikboxes.com/
http://www.majoripc.com/
http://johnsontools.en.alibaba.com/group/0.html
http://www.estreetplastics.com/
http://www.diamondtool.com/dialapng.html
http://www.xpcgear.com/
http://www.paintwithpearl.com/products.htm
http://www.matrixorbital.com/index.php
http://www.weirdstuff.com/cgi-bin/item/13206
http://www.mcmaster.com/
http://store.thermalfx.com/merchant2...T&Store_Code=T
http://fluidxp.com/
http://www.millertech.com/
http://linitx.com/viewproduct.php?prodid=10881
http://www.spaceagepaint.com/
http://www.greatlakescaster.com/index.php
http://www.coolcasters.com/index.cfm/
http://www.outwatercatalogs.com/2007...catalog=070148
http://www.globalsources.com/gsol/I/...3151/23085.htm
http://www.halted.com/
http://www.frontx.com/
http://www.vansantent.com/index.htm
http://www.arcticmod.com/
http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/
http://www.acousticpc.com/
http://virtualrain.blogspot.com/
http://www.mini-itx.com/store/
http://www.jab-tech.com/
http://www.emachineshop.com/
http://www.2cooltek.com/
http://www.case-mod.com/
http://www.xoxide.com/
http://www.svc.com/
http://www.frozencpu.com/
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/index.php
http://www.petrastechshop.com/index.html
http://www.delviesplastics.com/
http://www.usmarkerboard.com/
http://www.atechfabrication.com/prod...nting_kits.htm
http://www.crazypc.com/
http://www.cooltechnica.com/
http://www.extreme.outervision.com/index.jsp
http://www.buyextras.com/index.html
http://www.time.gov/
http://led.linear1.org/led.wiz
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Remember membership has its benefits, and showing your support by posting/contributing has even better benefits.

[Solaris17]

I dont know if i necessarily count...but i made the Solaris utility CD for years and i was crazy king about modding the 8600 series both of which have threads but not necessarily project log...is this only for cases?

[MKmods]

LOL, do you count? Of course you do. Your contributions are excellent.

But Cases are what I know and I want to keep this to what I actually know about.

Throw a pict of a case you put a fan in on the Projects thread and ur in.

MY FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS
I am cleaning up the closet and have 2 boxes of fans taking up space.
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/Picture020.jpg

These are mostly 80s and 120mm fans, this week (till fri Apr4th or till I run out) I will give them away to members as long as you pay the shipping.
(limit 4 please so they go to many good homes)

[cdawall]

http://img.techpowerup.org/080215/DSCN4030.jpg

here is my basically stock ultra case i plan on taking out those nasty purple things and painting them soon i just haven't had a chance :roll:

[cdawall]

hey i will buy some of those fans :roll:

oh and soon there will be a phase change i'm building in here i think that might count as case modding :roll:

[MKmods]

what size and speed are you looking for?

[cdawall]

quiet 80s and 120s i don't care the speed (3x80s and 1x120)

i could pay when i pay for the ram and you could throw all that together?

[MKmods]

Just the shipping. Il look through them right now to see whats there.

[cdawall]

Just the shipping. Il look through them right now to see whats there.

damn my check needs to come in this is pissing me off :nutkick:

[JrRacinFan]

Here's a recent pic of my case. Basically, zero mods done, just soem minor cable management.

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x278/jrracinfan/S3010037.jpg

[cdawall]

heres one i just did

http://img.techpowerup.org/080321/101_0830.jpg

i made an attempt at cable management but the PSU was nasty so i didn't try very hard seeing how its been pulled and now has an ePower 500w in it also flat PATA cable=suckage for cable management

[3991vhtes]

I'll join!!

I'm not very good @ modding cases, but I want to learn, and you [MKMods] seem like an expert!! :toast:

I'll get a pic of my cable management in just a second.
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/x3991/Computer%20for%20sale/IMG_0011.jpg

[MKmods]

make sure your cases are posted in the project log section... and Welcome!

[JrRacinFan]

Not really going to be a project though. I dont mod cases. I just wanted to post it for you guys just to look.

[MKmods]

Glad ur here and happy to have your input.

[3991vhtes]

Modding can be FUN!

I took a HP case, and modded it into my custom "Mini box".. never took any pics of it :'(

[MKmods]

Modding can be FUN!

I took a HP case, and modded it into my custom "Mini box".. never took any pics of it :'(
My thought is Modding teaches you skills you will use the rest of your life, Fun? Hell Yes!

[JrRacinFan]

Hey MK. Do you have any ideas on how I can get some more airflow going acrossed the board so it can help cool my ram and northbridge?

EDIT: Problem being is thats its a pretty big case.

[MKmods]

Hey MK. Do you have any ideas on how I can get some more airflow going acrossed the board so it can help cool my ram and northbridge?

EDIT: Problem being is thats its a pretty big case.

I am not a big fan of the heatpipe coolers mobos come with. (they seem to be more cool looking than cool working)

My thinking of good airflow is in the front and out the back.

If you have 3 120mm fans in front and 1 80mm for exhaust its not gonna work so well. So try to equalize the intakes and exhaust.

I really like the Thermalright chipset coolers. They seem to take the heat away from the mobos surface and into the airflow better.
(a big help with the intake would be to rotate the Ft Hdd rack 90deg and remove the back one) so the intake fan has a smoother airflow to the back of the case)

Also a PS on the top would help to get rid of warm air, on the bottom it dosent do too much to help.

[philbrown23]

ok so I have here some pics of my lian li A10 this is the first case I've ever done any mods to

the mods are:

Window
"Vga vent" but it actually vents my hdd's lol
psu vent ont the right side panel (my psu is on the bottom of the case and sits on it's side, before I added this it got REALLY hot)
I punched holes on the top panel for my tubing to go through
I cut a hole in the inside divider so I could have my pump[s] on the bottom
and I cut holes in my mobo tray 1. for cable management and 2. to keep the mobo it's self cooler.

more to come and these ones will be rifined as I get mor $$ for more supplies.

[JrRacinFan]

I am not a big fan of the heatpipe coolers mobos come with. (they seem to be more cool looking than cool working)

My thinking of good airflow is in the front and out the back.

If you have 3 120mm fans in front and 1 80mm for exhaust its not gonna work so well. So try to equalize the intakes and exhaust.

I really like the Thermalright chipset coolers. They seem to take the heat away from the mobos surface and into the airflow better.
(a big help with the intake would be to rotate the Ft Hdd rack 90deg and remove the back one) so the intake fan has a smoother airflow to the back of the case)

So far its 3 of the 120MM case fans it came in it as stock. 1 for intake cooling the hdd's, 1 for intake going acrossed the northbridge/video card area. 1 for exhaust in the back.

I was thinking of putting a few higher cfm rated 120's in it and cutting a hole in the top and putting a stock 120MM in there.

[Silverel]

Cool. Lemme get my hands on a decent camera and I'll get some pics of the things I've done. Just finished a freebie case-mod last nite, and I have my new build sitting on a shelf finished and waiting for my damn copy of windows to get here.

[MKmods]

So far its 3 of the 120MM case fans it came in it as stock. 1 for intake cooling the hdd's, 1 for intake going acrossed the northbridge/video card area. 1 for exhaust in the back.

I was thinking of putting a few higher cfm rated 120's in it and cutting a hole in the top and putting a stock 120MM in there.

Is the one in the alum box by the GPU an intake or exhaust?

[JrRacinFan]

Intake.

EDIT: And actually this case I have now is about 4C cooler acrossed all temps than my old midtower that I had.

[imperialreign]

nice idea - and damn that's a ton of fans, man!

I'll join in after I get off my lazy tail with this stacker, only thing I've done so far is mod it for cable management - there's a couple of threads in the project logs forum of work I've done on my older Mystique case, but thos endeavour didn't come out as nice as I'd like thanks to impatience and poor work environment (especially painting the inside of the case - humidity here sucks :mad:).

[MKmods]

nice idea - and damn that's a ton of fans, man!

I'll join in after I get off my lazy tail with this stacker, only thing I've done so far is mod it for cable management - there's a couple of threads in the project logs forum of work I've done on my older Mystique case, but thos endeavour didn't come out as nice as I'd like thanks to impatience and poor work environment (especially painting the inside of the case - humidity here sucks :mad:).

Glad to have a sound expert join or club, Welcome:rockout:

[jbunch07]

can i be a member?
im working on a build now and planning to do lots of mods to it and will need some help/suggestions here in the near future!

[JrRacinFan]

I second that MK. Welcome ImperialReign!

BTW, I thought you were doing a new build?

[MKmods]

can i be a member?
im working on a build now and planning to do lots of mods to it and will need some help/suggestions here in the near future!

AMD FTW!! lol, heck yes, glad to have you as part of our group.

[jbunch07]

thanx MK glad to be a part of your group!

[imperialreign]

I second that MK. Welcome ImperialReign!

BTW, I thought you were doing a new build?

me? yeah, I still have plans for this Stacker case, weather and money just hasn't been forgiving recently.

After I'm done with that, I intend to tear down my Mystique to individual panels, clean everything up (prob sandblast it) and start over

[Solaris17]

thnx for letting me part of the club :)

[strick94u]

I want to mod a case but can never decide what to do per haps turn a normal object into a case or something just cant decide I can build I just cant seem to be able to build what I want.

[JC316]

I dabble in case modding every now and then. I have deleted the stock fan holes, removed the fugly tool less PCI slots, I have made drive bay storage boxes before. Should be a good clubhouse to watch.

[intel igent]

heres my uncompleted rig with old GFX for posistioning

http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1341.html

almost there...................

:toast:

[Silverel]

Alrighty, I got some pretty crap pictures, but hopefully they don't burn out anyones eyes. They're all sized down to 1024x768 to try to hide the deficiency of my camera. The whole thing was beige before I got to painting it. The front panel was beige with black trim, now black with silver trim. All the components are in my specs off to the side there.


The front panel is two plastic bezels that snap together. There was some stuff inside that had to come out. Little stock LED's that go in those little fixtures along with the backing just looked like crap, and were way too bright. That "grill" was actually hidden behind the original grill which had some tacky branding on it. After touching that up with paint it looked a lot better. There's a 120mm on the bottom, a 92mm in the middle (you can see the red sticker), and those dual 80mm fans up top are custom made and fitted. All the fans in the front are blowing in, and they're not loud at all.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7full.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/7x10front.jpg

One thing I like to see a picture of, though it isn't too pretty and flashy, is whether or not the backside of your case looks like a demon is popping out of it from all the cable hiding. As you can see, straight flat lines and no horrible bulges. I'm still contemplating adding a fan to the back of it directly behind the CPU...
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7back.jpg

The side window was custom done as well. A friend of mine was cleaning out his basement and had a perfectly good piece of plexiglass that he gave to me. This is a rather flattering picture of it. It's more scratched up than it looks due to some sloppy dremel work before I bought that very handy cutting tool (Thanks MK). The bottom vents actually push out a bit of air, but given the amount of flow, its easily compensated for.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7window.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7open.jpg

There is a heatsink under that 92mm fan, and yes it's held on by bread ties. Sapphire 9600pro, core OC's very well from 400 to 520 for benching, and 460 for gaming. The memory however is crap, stock at 200 and barely gets to 210 before artifacts become apparent. I've done benching runs at 220 though.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7vidfan.jpg

1gb OCZ ddr @ 333mhz 2-2-4-6 courtesy of DanishDevil. I think he may still have a few things for sale (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=54578). It matches the board nicely, and makes a HUGE difference in my day to day. Gotta give props to him for it :D Also to note is the stock cooler and Thermaltake fan. That's the loud one for this case. If it didn't do such good temps I'd have replaced it already (idle 26c/load 34c).
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7oczmem.jpg

Always an afterthought, but I really should have painted that PSU. It's modded to fit a 120mm fan, but the one in front is the only one I had to spare. Had it running with my old case for a while. Probably gonna procure one sometime soon to slap on there.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/10x7psumod.jpg

Lastly, on the back the fan grills are cut out, probably gonna get some wire ones to put on there when I can find them. The PCI slots were all removed and replaced with mesh which just looks a lot nicer and allows excess air to flow out the back.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080401/7x10rearmod.jpg

That's all for me at the moment. I've got another case that I've been working on for a while, but it's mostly done. When I get a chance to start on something fresh I'll more than likely start a worklog if people like my style :p

Hope this qualifies me! :pimp:

[JrRacinFan]

Which rig is that Silverel? I have the same exact PSU in my HTPC rig. Rock stable ain't it?!

[Silverel]

I just finished this one a couple days ago, same rig as in specs but a better place to house it. I had to pick up that PSU at BestBuy when I burned out my last one. Has given me no problems thus far, but I don't have much to stress it. Voltages are stable, 12.16/3.30/4.92 they rarely move from there. The Ultra I had was transferred to the new rig, just waiting on Vista to get here.

[MKmods]

Hope this qualifies me! :pimp:
Heck yes, QUALIFIED!

PS: If you need a few fans see the first page, I am giving away a few of them to those who need them.

[erocker]

I'm going to start my first major mod to a Rocketfish case once it comes in. I would love to be in the club.:toast:

-Eric

[InnocentCriminal]

I'm currently in the process of sourcing components so that I can move my current Shuttle set up into my beautiful, new, Lian-Li A05B.

I would have posted a work log anyway, but I'm all in favour for this. I'm currently waiting to purchase a motherboard. Then all I'll need is some DDR500 (if anyone has spare and are willing to sell ^^) and a wonderful 3850 AGP.

:P

I'll finally be able to put my couple of years old WC kit to use. Should keep me going til I can afford to get a Nehalem based set up.

^^

[DanishDevil]

1gb OCZ ddr @ 333mhz 2-2-4-6 courtesy of DanishDevil. I think he may still have a few things for sale (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=54578). It matches the board nicely, and makes a HUGE difference in my day to day. Gotta give props to him for it :D

:eek: My OCZ! :D Looks sweet dude. I'd watch a log :)

MK, does my intended work that I've done on Google SketchUp qualify me??? :D

[MKmods]

I'm currently waiting to purchase a motherboard. Then all I'll need is some DDR500 (if anyone has spare and are willing to sell ^^) and a wonderful 3850 AGP. ^^

I have a GIG (pair of 512s) of DDR 600 if ur interested. PM me.
:eek: My OCZ! :D Looks sweet dude. I'd watch a log :)

MK, does my intended work that I've done on Google SketchUp qualify me??? :D

Yep.

[InnocentCriminal]

I have a GIG (pair of 512s) of DDR 600 if ur interested. PM me.

Awesome! Awesome to the max!

:rockout:

[spud107]

heres mine so far, still needs a little work,
http://img.techpowerup.org/080402/IMAG0013.jpg

[JrRacinFan]

I'm going to start my first major mod to a Rocketfish case once it comes in. I would love to be in the club.:toast:

-Eric

That would be great. Then you can share some ideas with me :D

[erocker]

I'm going to start my first major mod to a Rocketfish case once it comes in. I would love to be in the club.:toast:

-Eric

*Oh, and it's a spider platform.:rockout:

[zaqwsx]

Can I join here is my case mod http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/942.html

[jbunch07]

hey everyone!
i just posted this (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESEX:IT&item=110239752164&_trksid=p3984.cSELL.m315.lVI) case on ebay for anyone who is interested...
never been used brand new!
pm me if your interested :)

[3991vhtes]

I need a old school PS2, a ITX motherboard, a laptop hard drive (with a thing to convert it to a IDE drive), and a small form factor PSU........

That would be a kickass PC :rockout:

[MKmods]

I need a old school PS2, a ITX motherboard, a laptop hard drive (with a thing to convert it to a IDE drive), and a small form factor PSU........

That would be a kickass PC :rockout:

I have this mobo and PS. PM me if interested
http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/mainboards/motherboards.jsp?motherboard_id=241

http://www.mini-box.com/s.nl/it.A/id.301/.f?sc=8&category=13

PS: if I forgot to add any members let me know

[Silverel]

I can haz 120mm fans?

ygpm :)

[3991vhtes]

Nice! Too bad I don't have any money ATM. :(

[strick94u]

Ok I used to work at a boat builder shop run by my Ex brother-inlaw we used a process where we would sandwich foam board with lite fiberglass he still holds the copy right for the name FoamCore and even though he and my sister are long since divorced were still friends.
Anyway this stuff is awesome 1/4 inch thick 12 x 12 inch piece will hold me between cinder blocks without bending and is lite as heck. It can be made in almost any shape and gell coated in any color. I will need to see if he is interested or at least let me build a box. It could take some time but I have been meaning to do it for awhile. So many things though size shape color cooling and I suck at cad. Any ideas??

[imperialreign]

had a thought today, a project I intend to get to within the next month or so (along with some of my other existing projects :p) -

Considering I have a stacker, I intend to make an air duct for the GPUs that will run from the front of the case to the back, with a fan at the front to help move cooler air to the cards - the duct itself will encase the cards, and help keep radiant heat from affecting overall ambient temps, while also providing a source of cool air for the cards unaffected by surrounding components

I'll prob use fiberglass - make a template from cardboard and wrap it. We'll see, currently trying to plan it out, and what issues I might run into or need to address.

[MKmods]

Ok I used to work at a boat builder shop run by my Ex brother-inlaw we used a process where we would sandwich foam board with lite fiberglass he still holds the copy right for the name FoamCore and even though he and my sister are long since divorced were still friends.
Anyway this stuff is awesome 1/4 inch thick 12 x 12 inch piece will hold me between cinder blocks without bending and is lite as heck. It can be made in almost any shape and gell coated in any color. I will need to see if he is interested or at least let me build a box. It could take some time but I have been meaning to do it for awhile. So many things though size shape color cooling and I suck at cad. Any ideas??

for a first try start as simple as possible. Just a box with as few add on things. (most times I dont use even the power/hdd LEDs or reset switch to keep wires to a min.

had a thought today, a project I intend to get to within the next month or so (along with some of my other existing projects :p) -

Considering I have a stacker, I intend to make an air duct for the GPUs that will run from the front of the case to the back, with a fan at the front to help move cooler air to the cards - the duct itself will encase the cards, and help keep radiant heat from affecting overall ambient temps, while also providing a source of cool air for the cards unaffected by surrounding components

I'll prob use fiberglass - make a template from cardboard and wrap it. We'll see, currently trying to plan it out, and what issues I might run into or need to address.

I have been using 4 5/5" diam plastic tubing for quite a while for cooling tubes, its $$$. It will be really nice to see how you do it, as it would be really nice to be able to make any size/shape tube for a change

[3991vhtes]

For those LED's, I generally route them behind and under the motherboard

[DaedalusHelios]

I would love to join because I have had the same old case for my third computer for 5 years!


It was nice and flashy when I bought it but now it needs to be modded and repaired. I wanna pimp my case. :pimp:

[MKmods]

Welcome...

OK who is gonna be close to SanJose Calif August 25-27? I am planning to bring a special new designed case to show off to Nvidia
http://www.nvision2008.com/

It would be really nice to get a few from TPU to hang out.

[JrRacinFan]

Sorry MK. I am going to Florida in June or July. Then going back that week. I would have loved to join you though!

[philbrown23]

I'm in vt but man that would be sweet!

[MKmods]

I'm in vt but man that would be sweet!

Time for a road trip, stop by my place in Nevada and we will go on to Calif..

[erocker]

Once I'm done working through my health problems, I'm deffinitely taking a road trip out west. I used to do it every year! Anyways, I'm having a hard time finding black modders mesh atm (the circular kind, not honeycomb), any ideas?:D

[jbunch07]

Once I'm done working through my health problems, I'm deffinitely taking a road trip out west. I used to do it every year! Anyways, I'm having a hard time finding black modders mesh atm (the circular kind, not honeycomb), any ideas?:D

just get the regular kind and spray paint it!

edit: nice to see your got your internet...mine is still faster hehe jk

[MKmods]

Once I'm done working through my health problems, I'm deffinitely taking a road trip out west. I used to do it every year! Anyways, I'm having a hard time finding black modders mesh atm (the circular kind, not honeycomb), any ideas?:D
I get mine from MNPCTech.com or onlinemetals.com.

Hope the health thing gets better, I struggled with it for quite a while.

[strick94u]

Did I forget to say I would like to join in here? Most of my mods are simple removeing things cable management paint lights,and I want to do so much more and this seems to be what I need to get me going. I wish I had pictures of my toolbox build I had when I was still a technician but I traded it in for a bigger tool box and never switched to my bigg ass tool box
which is in storage. It was cool and functional but had a 15 inch crt on the side that was ugly but a celron 2.0ghz on a 478 board ran cool enough in the bottom draw to with stand shop temps in the 90's f during Houston summers and all cords were behind the draws. That was the only true mod as far as the box I ever did. I feel like this is more than just that though right? sign me up if it is:laugh:

[MKmods]

Im a little slow you need to speak up... Welcome strick94u

[Odin Eidolon]

what about an MK vs Cyberdruid challenge?

[MKmods]

what about an MK vs Cyberdruid challenge?

Sounds like fun. :rockout:

What I am hoping to do this year is help modding along.

Here are a few ideas I have, please let me know what you would add or if you DISLIKE something..

I would like to see modding improve from its current state. Judging is a sore point with me, how do you let someone with a small amount of skills judge a contest?
Modding uses many different skill sets, Machining, Painting, Artistry/Design, Engineering, Metal work, Wood Work, Plastic work. Judges should be expert in all those fields.

I realize the benefit to sponsors but sponsors should not have influence in the contest. I was in a mod contest once where a sponsor actually won the contest:rolleyes:

I dont like one company having free reign over all others, contests should be open to all. Having an Intel (example) only contest eliminates all the AMD guys who ALSO have kick butt mods.

Another pet peeve of mine is there needs to be classes, there is not a lot of incentive for someone thats 16, has no job, goes to school and has a limited assortment of tools to compete with someone that has had 30 years experience, sponsors and a complete shop at his disposal.

Modding should help/guide everyone to want to improve their skills.

One thing I learned from Vector and the gang at PDXLAN is "Community Rules". There is nothing funner than getting together with a bunch of friends that share common interests.

Another hope would to have a yearly contest between forums, pitting 1 against another. The modding can be shared between everyone in the forum (one wiring, some painting, etc... Everyone sharing ideas)

Imagine how cool those mods would be.

[Odin Eidolon]

maybe something (if it doesn't already exist) like the best-looking mod award, the best-cooling award, the best price/performance ratio award (10$ mods:D) and so on.

could be an idea

[MKmods]

maybe something (if it doesn't already exist) like the best-looking mod award, the best-cooling award, the best price/performance ratio award (10$ mods:D) and so on.

could be an idea

Good ideas as well, also I want the contest to include our friends in other parts of the world. I have seen pretty cool stuff from Europe, and Africa.
The internet has made us all connected and there is no reason we all shouldent participate.

[Silverel]

The thing that I've noticed about modding, is that most contests just have an open target for the best overall mod. Judges can easily be swayed based on their particular tastes. I think Having a solid theme that all contestants need apply to would help keep the judges on an even keel, as it would have a bunch of similar cases each tweaked to perfection on the modders talent level.

Limiting the different materials to work with would help even out the discrepancy in budgets as well. Say a sponsor like MNPCtech.com wants in on the deal, they could give all the participants a 20% off deal, and raw materials for the case would be limited to materials purchased from them. Everyone has the same stuff to work with, the mods should be more fair.

I totally agree with different modding classes though. Having different tiers by experience seems like it'd work well. Just have to show some body of work to get seeded in the contest at hand. Breaking it into 4 tiers would sum things up rather well I think.

-n00b modder (16-20yo, first time modders, limited funds/tools)
-budget modder (18-25yo, some body of work 2-5 cases, ghetto modding (http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/showthread.php?p=734262#post734262))
-experienced modder (20yo+, larger body of work 5+ cases, disposable income, REAL tools)
-The ModFathers club (guys who do mods that make you :eek::twitch::respect:)

[JrRacinFan]

Not really a mod MK but just wanted to share.

Got my Scythe Ninja today from nflesher!!
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x278/jrracinfan/S3010042.jpg

[MKmods]

those are Excellent ideas for classes.

A few themes could be, ugliest, most efficient, recycled, smallest gamer etc

How do you like the cooler Jr? (looks nice.) Also what speakers are you using? I am curious to know how you like that OB sound card.

[Silverel]

Not really a mod MK but just wanted to share.

Got my Scythe Ninja today from nflesher!!

I want to take a bath in that Case, its so BIG. Mind if I come over and swim in it?

take the fan grill off that exhaust, no need for it inside the case...:D

[MKmods]

I want to take a bath in that Case, its so BIG. Mind if I come over and swim in it?

take the fan grill off that exhaust, no need for it inside the case...:D

Very good point! removing that grill and cutting out the hole for the exhaust fan will DOUBLE the amount of air it moves (make it quieter as well)

[JrRacinFan]

Ahhh good call guys! Something I have been overlooking for quite some time. Although it still moves a ton of air from the back.

EDIT: Speakers, I am not really an audiophile, just a 2.1 pair of HK's. Kind of old school but they bump. Loving the cooler.

[MKmods]

I love good sound, my speakers are a Logitech Z2300 set and I keep thinking to upgrade them but they sound so nice.
The reason I asked is I notice on some of my newer mobos the sound sounds as good to me than with X-Fi Cards.
(Im sure the specs are better 109SNR and so on but sound wise the onboard is SOOOo much better than before)

[jbunch07]

I love good sound, my speakers are a Logitech Z2300 set and I keep thinking to upgrade them but they sound so nice.
The reason I asked is I notice on some of my newer mobos the sound sounds as good to me than with X-Fi Cards.
(Im sure the specs are better 109SNR and so on but sound wise the onboard is SOOOo much better than before)

i love the my ob sound
and with these (http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1068243&CatId=98) speakers it sounds awesome :D

[CyberDruid]

Count me in... I may not be cool but I mod my butt off:banghead:

Thanks Silverel for the Idea.:rockout:
Ok here goes to be a member you have to be cool and if possible a build in the Project Log section or Case Mod Gallery.
(if you dont, its OK we will get you there soon enough)

I would like this Clubhouse to be a POSITIVE experience so please make comments geared towards improving an Idea/Mod.

This thread should be a place to share Ideas, Tips and Places to get stuff.

I would like everyone here to be a useful member, Ideas no matter how small/silly can become great things.

There are many levels of Modding and the simplest mod is just as important as the most complex. NO ONE should ever made to feel less because thay have less experience, tools, hardware or $$.

If you agree, Welcome...

Member list
1-Mark (markkleb/MKmods)
2-Chris (cdawall)
3-Shaun (JrRacinFan)
4-Seth (3991vhtes)
5-David (Solaris17)
6-Philip (philbrown23)
7-Jon (jbunch07)
8- (intel igent)
9- (imperialreign)
10-(erocker)
11-Tom (InnocentCriminal)
12-(DanishDevil)
13-(zaqwsx)
14-(DaedalusHelios)
15-(strick94u)
16-(Silverel)
17-
18-
19-
20-
Most of all Have Fun:D

Here is a list of Cool Suppliers that have a record of Great shipping/service
if you have recommendations let me know and Il post them

http://www.mnpctech.com/
Modders mesh,moulding and supplies

http://www.tapplastics.com/
Plastic supplies, Carbonfiber.

http://www.onlinemetals.com/
not the fastest shipper, but an excellent resource for finding metals and gaining info

[Odin Eidolon]

now we really have the best 2 in...:respect:

[CyberDruid]

The Modfather and Oddfather

[MKmods]

LOL, Welcome

And if I skipped over anyone SPEAK UP so I can add ur name to the Club

[erocker]

Today, I cut my first hole for a new fan! (Not ghetto style anyway) I put it in the top, and it turned out looking like it rolled out of the factory that way! I'm waiting for my brother to bring my camera back to show my virgin work!:D

[MKmods]

Today, I cut my first hole for a new fan! (Not ghetto style anyway) I put it in the top, and it turned out looking like it rolled out of the factory that way! I'm waiting for my brother to bring my camera back to show my virgin work!:D

For me when I do a mod or even sleeve a wire I am amazed everytime. Congrats
(PS: count all the fingers.. still there? job was a success)

[jbunch07]

can someone help me decide what to do with this (http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1370.html) case???

i would like to keep it but need some ideas on what i should do to it???
ive already done a little but not much a few holes here and there..not allot...need some ideas

[MKmods]

can someone help me decide what to do with this (http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1370.html) case???

i would like to keep it but need some ideas on what i should do to it???
ive already done a little but not much a few holes here and there..not allot...need some ideas

give it to me....I love Ultra Aluminus cases...(remove the stupid Hdd rack first thing)
Here is my very first mod (did it here at TPU)
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/alumultra.jpg

[philbrown23]

dude I have an aluminous that I'll give you if you pay the shipping, the omnly catch is I need the plexi from the side.

[jbunch07]

looks great Mark!
and yea was going to remove that hard drive tray to make room for my new watercooling setup

[erocker]

Today, I cut my first hole for a new fan! (Not ghetto style anyway) I put it in the top, and it turned out looking like it rolled out of the factory that way! I'm waiting for my brother to bring my camera back to show my virgin work!:D

http://img.techpowerup.org/080405/DSC00168.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/080405/DSC00166.jpg

[JrRacinFan]

Nice work!!!

[jbunch07]

omg thats increadable!
very nice looking...it does look like it came from the factory that way

[MKmods]

omg thats increadable!
very nice looking...it does look like it came from the factory that way

I agree, gonna start sending my stuff to you to mod for me now.:respect:

[erocker]

Lol, I wouldn't go that far!:laugh: I ordered up some modders mesh for the front of the case as it really needs some intake fans. We'll see how that goes...:)

[CyberDruid]

Yeah you did a nice clean hole there. What I do at that point is tape it over with blue tape and cut it out with a razor knife and lightly sand the edge with 220/320 to round it then break out the Sharpie Permanent marker and touch up the raw aluminum. So much cleaner than the typical C-Channel treatment.

Gotta love aluminum.

About the Aluminus...I like how it looks but hate how it sounds...I would start by reworking the fan mounting set up and eliminating any unpleasant sounds. Then I would line it with some sound matt because it is a really thin aluminum and tends to reverberate...

I built one a while ago and still have the case...but cannabalized all the drive mounts and mobo tray for other stuff.

[jbunch07]

yea my aluminus is really loud

[CyberDruid]

When I built mine I was working in Savannah and brought it along for something to play with. First thing that caught my eye was that huge open front perfect for a rad...then the weird fan holders are made to cut off the edge of the prop and that makes the noise I hate...the 80mm on the side panel is not a keeper either...but looks great...

Then when I started putting it together I realized I had beer cans with thicker aluminum in the fridge...well almost...the drive trays are really bendy...but the removable mobo tray is a nice feature.

The case looks good though...and that's why I have not thrown it away.

I think it would make a nice shotgun target...

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/2294/camera112506530ks7.jpg

http://img267.imageshack.us/img267/4417/camera112506524wb5.jpg

[MKmods]

When I got mine I think they were $19 at RadioShack.com. I fugured 19bucks for an alum case cool. When I got it I was surprised how big it was..It was VERY light (but to me that just made cutting easier)
The paint job was really nice.
To me the absolutely stupidest thing I had ever seen was the hdd rack, almost blocked ALL the air from the front fan, lol..
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/front.jpg

[erocker]

Yeah you did a nice clean hole there. What I do at that point is tape it over with blue tape and cut it out with a razor knife and lightly sand the edge with 220/320 to round it then break out the Sharpie Permanent marker and touch up the raw aluminum. So much cleaner than the typical C-Channel treatment.


But I like the shiny ring around it!!:D I did sand and round it off a little.;)

[CyberDruid]

I hear that...

Was that Aluminus that color from the Factory? Looks great. Man you cannot beat $19...except maybe a RocketFish for $40 :D

[MKmods]

I hear that...

Was that Aluminus that color from the Factory? Looks great. Man you cannot beat $19...except maybe a RocketFish for $40 :D

Yep factory Blue (kind of a metallic steel blue) I just saw it under a pile of stuff, I may dig it out and freshen it up.

I would like to have a small contest where I give out some simple tools as prizes, are any of our members mods?

[CyberDruid]

I bet you have quite a collection of bobs and bits...I have recently tried to part with all my PackRattage but it just keeps accumulating...I literally shipped off 6 large boxes...

[MKmods]

Till the last couple years I never stayed still long enough to collect too much. But I was thinking ther are quite a few here that dont have the basics (Wiss compound tin snips, volt meters and I just got a new metal brake so I have a simple 18" model laying around.

It would be fun to have a contest for the noobs, to get them started.

[oily_17]

Count me in too...you can catch up on my build here

http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=54775


I have let it slip this week or so,due to an unexpected modding project...my car's clutch dieing, and finding that both bottom arms are on there way out as well,when changing the clutch.:banghead::banghead:

But will try some more this week.I have gave up waiting for the D-tek water block to come back into stock in the UK,cant get one anywhere,so ordered an Thermalright Ultra Extreme 120.
The water will have to wait now till funds build up again :mad:

[DaedalusHelios]

Count me in too...you can catch up on my build here

http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=54775


I have let it slip this week or so,due to an unexpected modding project...my car's clutch dieing, and finding that both bottom arms are on there way out as well,when changing the clutch.:banghead::banghead:

But will try some more this week.I have gave up waiting for the D-tek water block to come back into stock in the UK,cant get one anywhere,so ordered an Thermalright Ultra Extreme 120.
The water will have to wait now till funds build up again :mad:

Alot of people in the US are cool with picking something up like that, and selling/shipping it to you. ;)

Just ask people on the forums. Myself included. :toast:

[JrRacinFan]

OMG! OILY!!!

How have you been!? I don't see you on here often anymore. Also, I like your build, how soon you plan on finishing?

[MKmods]

I have gave up waiting for the D-tek water block to come back into stock in the UK,cant get one anywhere,so ordered an Thermalright Ultra Extreme 120.
The water will have to wait now till funds build up again :mad:

All I can say is there is this Modfather guy who Is in the middle of developing some cool stuff. ;)
(be patient)

[Silverel]

But I like the shiny ring around it!!:D I did sand and round it off a little.;)

I work in the auto industry, they use these small deburring tools on all kinds of stuff. The work great for cleaning up rough edges, and are surprisingly tough and effective. Good for trimming on pretty much any material you'll deal with when modding. Steel, aluminim, plastic, plexi, whatever you can think of. Runs about 5$ for a set. Usually including a few extra blades.

Toolup.com (http://www.toolup.com/productinfo.asp?pid=%7BABF1DC57-6464-4367-8B27-F887029E0448%7D&AdCamp=Froogle_Feed&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=froogle1&utm_term=Reed%20DEBO)
http://www.toolup.com/imdir/product/Reed/Large/DEBO.jpg

[oily_17]

Alot of people in the US are cool with picking something up like that, and selling/shipping it to you. ;)

Just ask people on the forums. Myself included. :toast:

Thanks Daedalus,was waiting till they came back in stock over here,if ever, and then putting a full order in for new system....unfortunately my car has decided it requires some up grading and that has put an end to the water cooling and my new GPU:banghead:,hence the Ultra 120.

@JR hope to get most of it done this week.....after I finish with the car....by the way I HATE having to buy OE parts.:mad:

[Gallatin]

http://img.techpowerup.org/080215/DSCN4030.jpg

here is my basically stock ultra case i plan on taking out those nasty purple things and painting them soon i just haven't had a chance :roll:

sorry for the off topic. what case do you have? ^
i think is very like that (chieftec)
http://img.techpowerup.org/080408/DSC00252.jpg

[cdawall]

sorry for the off topic. what case do you have? ^
i think is very like that (chieftec)
http://img.techpowerup.org/080408/DSC00252.jpg

ultra dragon its the same as the chieftec dragon the tooless drivebay parts even say cheiftec on them :roll:

[CyberDruid]

No doubt lol...I think a few MFRs make cases for a number of brands.

[philbrown23]

All I can say is there is this Modfather guy who may do a bit of work on some tottally awesome crazy nutty cool stuff!!! Oh yeah I just want to say that philbrown23 is the best person that I know he is very awesome and deserves free hardware for just being as cool as he is, I mean it give this guy you hardware now!!!;)
(be patient)

what "work" are you planning mk??? making the thermal trnsfer better?? or just makin them look nicer??

[cdawall]

i swapped fans out in my case i will post some pics when i get home :D

[Gallatin]

ultra dragon its the same as the chieftec dragon the tooless drivebay parts even say cheiftec on them :roll:

:laugh::laugh:

[xmountainxlionx]

do you still have any fans MK? I messaged you, but you never replied

[jbunch07]

ultra dragon its the same as the chieftec dragon the tooless drivebay parts even say cheiftec on them :roll:

they are also very similar to the ultra alluminis...i wonder who actually builds these cases...:confused:

[cdawall]

chieftec does

[jbunch07]

chieftec does

oh ok cool...do they make there psu's aswell?

[cdawall]

oh ok cool...do they make there psu's aswell?

there OEM is andyson and seventeam but i don't know who actually assembles them

[intel igent]

i thought it was ANTEC that made all of those cases? xcept for the aluminum ones which i thought were chieftech

have a look at a plusview or tx-1033 or w/e

[jbunch07]

why do the lian li cases cost so much?
is it just because the brand name or are they really better?

[Fox34]

Well I wrote the guide to case modding, and if you check out my mods, ive put a puter into a ps2, vcr, and plently of other case mods. I have mine up, but not even close to updated pics

[CyberDruid]

Some of them are superb.

[MKmods]

why do the lian li cases cost so much?
is it just because the brand name or are they really better?

The name for 1.
and 2, alum is very expensive compared to stamped steel ones.(especially the thicker alum Lian Li uses.

do you still have any fans MK? I messaged you, but you never replied
I am very sorry, I got so many PMs I had to empty my PM box
I erased 800 PMs (from the last week) and lost a bunch of important stuff, lol.
(dont stop I really like the PMs)

PM me this afternoon and I will put them aside and send them right out to you today.

Well I wrote the guide to case modding, and if you check out my mods, ive put a puter into a ps2, vcr, and plently of other case mods. I have mine up, but not even close to updated pics
I saw that guide, very nice job! Are you saying you want to join our club? if so speak up:toast:

[fitseries3]

anyone have any suggestion on a theme based build?

here's a few of my builds....

current..
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=12448&stc=1&d=1203897657

build for a friend..
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=13345&stc=1&d=1207602646
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=13378&stc=1&d=1207763545
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=13379&stc=1&d=1207763566
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=13332&stc=1&d=1207578625

old sli rig..
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=12299&stc=1&d=1203309592

customer jazz up..
http://forums.techpowerup.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=12962&stc=1&d=1206208112

[Silverel]

Gears of War case mod.
Just because the combination of red, black, and killing things is good.

[paybackdaman]

i would like to join your ranks if you don't mind. :rockout: got me project on the way.

[MKmods]

Welcome:roll: paybackdaman

[paybackdaman]

w00t.
BTW, pics are up of my first stage of the mod....paint.
http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=57402

[webwizard]

Sign me up I just completed my second rig build.

GIGABYTE GA-EP35C-DS3R LGA 775 Intel P35, Intel Core 2 Duo processor E8500 3.16 GHz, Antec Earthwatts 500 PSU, 4GB Ram. Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro CPU Fan, Antec Sonata III 500 case, Western Digital 500 GB HD, 2 XFX 9600GT XXX Alpha Dog Video cards, 2 Antec TriCool 120mm DBB Case Fans and Antec Super Cyclone Blower.

I thought I was happy with my new rig until I played on a friends machine today. So now to get this thing where I want it I am saving up to buy 2 GeForce 9800 GTX cards, a Intel Core 2 Extreme Processor QX9650 45 nm 12MB L2 3.00 GHz 1333 MHz and a new Antec NeoPower 650 ATX12V / EPS12V 650W Power Supply. Once I get this to where I want it and OCed I'll be posting the benchies.

[DaMulta]

Wat do you guys think

I never use these USB ports and I never use the head phone ports

Do you think that I could remove the section, and install my DVD Rom there? with it looking right.....I don not like the front door, and it always stays off.....I hate front doors for the most part.

I really want to do a water fall res, and this could give me more room:)


newegg pics of my case...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ShowImage.aspx?Image=11-119-139-19.jpg%2c11-119-139-05.jpg%2c11-119-139-09.jpg%2c11-119-139-04.jpg%2c11-119-139-03.jpg%2c11-119-139-08.jpg%2c11-119-139-11.jpg%2c11-119-139-13.jpg%2c11-119-139-10.jpg%2c11-119-139-12.jpg%2c11-119-139-02.jpg%2c11-119-139-07.jpg%2c11-119-139-06.jpg%2c11-119-139-14.jpg%2c11-119-139-15.jpg%2c11-119-139-16.jpg%2c11-119-139-17.jpg%2c11-119-139-18.jpg&S7ImageFlag=0&WaterMark=1&Item=N82E16811119139&Depa=1&Description=COOLER+MASTER+Stacker+830+Evolution+RC-830-SSR3-GP+Silver+Computer+Case

http://c1.neweggimages.com/NeweggImage/productimage/11-119-139-13.jpg

As you can see coolmaster put screw holes behind where the usb/audio ports are
http://c1.neweggimages.com/NeweggImage/productimage/11-119-139-12.jpg

[MKmods]

Sign me up I just completed my second rig build.
Welcome

[MKmods]

Wat do you guys think
Do you think that I could remove the section, and install my DVD Rom there? with it looking right.....I don not like the front door, and it always stays off.....I hate front doors for the most

Dont forget the possibility of using a Laptop DVD as well.

[CyberDruid]

Looks do able.

@Web Wizard: are you sure the PSU is enough? I would think 750 for that load...maybe the PC Power and Cooling?

[intel igent]

Looks do able.

@Web Wizard: are you sure the PSU is enough? I would think 750 for that load...maybe the PC Power and Cooling?

+1 on that dont want to fry all that hardware cuz you skimped on the PSU

[webwizard]

I ran one of those PSU test and it said 550 watts was all I needed so to be on the safe side I am going with a 650 Watt PSU. The XFX 9800GTX power specs are System Requirements 450 Watt / 2 x 6-pin power connector single card 550 for SLI.

CyberDruid you do really nice work!!!!

[intel igent]

Dont forget the possibility of using a Laptop DVD as well.

thats a great idea! hows the mounting on them? same as a reg drive?

[xmountainxlionx]

i would like to join this club too! Ill share...

here was my first comp. bought it used.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080412/PA040569.jpg

here is my current comp, this pic is alittle outdated, i have different mobo, and gpu. I won 3000dollars in a gaming tourny and bought this gem!
http://img.techpowerup.org/080412/P2080672.jpg

then i got this thing from work, and turned into a skateboard PC, and gave the case to my friend!
http://img.techpowerup.org/080412/P4060787.jpg

i got a rocketfish case the other day to start my server build, and im trying to mod it, but im having problems coming up with original ideas :toast:

[MKmods]

I really like the design you did on the skater comp :rockout:
(cut out the centers of the eyes and put a couple pieces of plastic on the back side, use the inside lights to light them up)

Welcome

CONGRATS on the tournament!:toast:

[intel igent]

dude that skateboard mod is crazy! LOL

is that a decal on the side or painted?

as stated congratz on the tourney, what was the contest?

that lian-li is really clean ;)

O/T Mk you get my PM?

:toast:

[xmountainxlionx]

dude that skateboard mod is crazy! LOL

is that a decal on the side or painted?

as stated congratz on the tourney, what was the contest?

that lian-li is really clean ;)

O/T Mk you get my PM?

:toast:

yeah its a sticker

[intel igent]

cool!

i like how you cut out the mouth, i would try and do like Mk suggested as i think it would look good

:toast:

[xmountainxlionx]

i would but i have already given it to my friend. and hes not going to make it look good so it dosent really matter. I did think about it though.

[intel igent]

i would but i have already given it to my friend. and hes not going to make it look good so it dosent really matter. I did think about it though.

youre a good friend

:toast:

[xmountainxlionx]

i try lol, he dosent have much

[MKmods]

i try lol, he dosent have much
Those are my favorite mods. I did a $20 mod for my neighbors and they loved it.

[Skitzo]

Hey All;

Just found this thread, it's great. I'd definatly like in. I have so many ideas and so little resources so ... most just stay as ideas. I have to finish my old Raidmax 686, it was started a few times, but not completed once; the time has come. i have a pic of where it's at now and a ms paint drawing (very poor) of what I plan on doing. I'll see if I can't get them posted in the right place.:)


Basically I'm gonna make the windowed side the front, rearrange the internals and lower the top. Lots of panels on hinges and easy access to all parts. The little details are too many to list but as I finish them I will post about them.

Fun Fun Fun :rockout:

[MKmods]

Welcome Skitzo

[Skitzo]

Thanks, I have a feeling this will be fun.:rockout:

[klva80]

wow this thread is awesome i would like to be in to, this could make some small ideas become better ideas.

soon a friend and i are going to start modding his smilodon so i think this would be like a brain storm club for mods

:toast:

[MKmods]

welcome Klva80

[klva80]

ok guys, what colors should look bling bling on a smilodon case the one with black faceplate and blue, some one sugested purple.

heres the link so you can see it for your selfs

http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=57916

[MKmods]

like Skrabrug showed the purple with black looked nice. Maybe a black mobo tray

[Skitzo]

a deep purple and black would look sharp. A black satin (or flat) finish on the inside looks sharp aswell. Has anyone played with the dual color spray paint? I also noticed anodizing paint for chrome in a variety of colors... options are wonderful. I know spray paint isn't the best, but with patience and effort it can look just as good.:rockout:

[CyberDruid]

Hey guys check out these extremely antique looking case mods...blows me away

http://www.darkroastedblend.com/2007/06/cool-computer-case-mods.html

[MKmods]

LOL, excellent post CD
some of those mods could be classified in the Priceless catagory.

[Silverel]

Hey guys check out these extremely antique looking case mods...blows me away

http://www.darkroastedblend.com/2007/06/cool-computer-case-mods.html

U haz warpd my brainzz!:eek:

[jbunch07]

wow everyone of those cases looks amazing...awesome work

[CyberDruid]

I remember the Ikea wastebasket mod...but had not seen the others.. I especially like the round trunk with the ratty wire sheathing.

[Silverel]

I think my fave out of that bunch is the WMD canister.

Looks a little heavy to carry around to LAN parties though :p

[jbunch07]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1290/555610328_91643f74bc_o.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1020/555347908_3aa517b4ef.jpg
my favorites :rockout:

[CyberDruid]

I have read an extensive worklog on the top one you like. The fellow is an Italian Machinist and has access to the most amazing facility...he's CNC milling Stainless Steel, that mod is truly the most intricate completely planned "case" I have ever seen.

[jbunch07]

I have read an extensive worklog on the top one you like. The fellow is an Italian Machinist and has access to the most amazing facility...he's CNC milling Stainless Steel, that mod is truly the most intricate completely planned "case" I have ever seen.

thats awesome...a great deal of time and craftsmanship went into that :respect:

[MKmods]

LOL, I saw the worklog for the knife one and it was just beautiful. I cant even imagine someone investing in the 25-$50K range for a case. :eek:

Mad Props to those who do:respect:

[jbunch07]

LOL, I saw the worklog for the knife one and it was just beautiful. I cant even imagine someone investing in the 25-$50K range for a case. :eek:

wow :eek:...im sure he has one at least a few rewards for it though
do you know what he's running in there...like what kinda system?

[MKmods]

there has never been a contest that could make up for even 1/10 the work they did. Most insane mods like that are a way for the person to unleash their creativity.

it was done quite a while ago so I dont know if the hardware is so up to date. I wonder if he upgraded the internals?
/

[PartyLikeARockStar]

Hey, want to have a caffiene junkie in the club? My mod is comin' along, making me lose sleep...at least let me in the club, lol.

Also do you have any 120's left? (esp LED 120) My rad's fans are ugly loud Yate Loons. I'll even trade them if you wanna give them to someone who needs them worse than we do.

[jbunch07]

there has never been a contest that could make up for even 1/10 the work they did. Most insane mods like that are a way for the person to unleash their creativity.

it was done quite a while ago so I dont know if the hardware is so up to date. I wonder if he upgraded the internals?
/

im sure he has...that case would last me more than one liftime

[MKmods]

Hey, want to have a caffiene junkie in the club? My mod is comin' along, making me lose sleep...at least let me in the club, lol.

Also do you have any 120's left? (esp LED 120) My rad's fans are ugly loud Yate Loons. I'll even trade them if you wanna give them to someone who needs them worse than we do.
Welcome to the club, sorry the fans are all gone.

[intel igent]

wow :eek:...im sure he has one at least a few rewards for it though
do you know what he's running in there...like what kinda system?

he's got a build log on Xs somewhere, i remember reading it just not the specifics.

thnx for that link Cyber :rockout:

:toast:

[Silverel]

A couple little mobo mods that I posted in the AMD 7-series Spiderweb (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=58273) clubhouse thread.


Bottom right corner is a teeny fan from my 9600pro. Had to pull apart that HS, and reuse the mounting holes. Fits rather well.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080420/201519.jpg


These are from a dead 9600se, cut em up into strips, and lapped em smooth. Just held on with adhesive. The 790x boards are supposed to get pretty hot, and the 790fx boards get a big heatpipe cooler. Figger something is better than nothing.
http://img.techpowerup.org/080420/202144.jpg


Thats all I got for now, crappy webcam pictures to boot. When I get another case there will be much more to do. Weather is much nicer, should be able to paint unrestricted by the cold.

[klva80]

wow those are some really sick mods, wish i could see how they are made in person

[CyberDruid]

http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=58427

Would be happy for some inut on the project:)

[Silverel]

wow those are some really sick mods, wish i could see how they are made in person

The heatsinks were just cut up with a dremel. Pretty funny actually... I'm a daring bastard sometimes. Got the dremel because I couldn't cut through it nice enough with a 6" circular saw:D

Crazy, yes. I still have all my fingers.

The holes for the fan didn't line up quite perfectly, so I eyed it up and drilled some new ones. The tiny 2-pin connector for it is plugged into the motherboard where my front panel Firewire should be. I don't use firewire however. Pin-outs were included in the mobo manual, making it easy to find the proper power and ground pins.

[klva80]

The heatsinks were just cut up with a dremel. Pretty funny actually... I'm a daring bastard sometimes. Got the dremel because I couldn't cut through it nice enough with a 6" circular saw:D

Crazy, yes. I still have all my fingers.

The holes for the fan didn't line up quite perfectly, so I eyed it up and drilled some new ones. The tiny 2-pin connector for it is plugged into the motherboard where my front panel Firewire should be. I don't use firewire however. Pin-outs were included in the mobo manual, making it easy to find the proper power and ground pins.


LOL :D i was actually refering to cyberdruid post of insane mods :P

[Eclecticos]

Count me in. I have a mod in the gallery. Link (http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1352.html) <=-

These are over 300 Pictures in my worklog, so I posted some good ones.
I am currently working on my next case mod called "Pleasure Yacht PC"
Its a ship with hardware inside.

[Eclecticos]

Your welcome to check out the full worklog. Here (http://www.themodnation-forums.com/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=1573)<=-
I removed the cohonies from the top. Looks allot better now.

[wolf]

i'd love to join the club dudes, here my rig.

http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1492.html

[Silverel]

LOL :D i was actually refering to cyberdruid post of insane mods :P

I realized that a lil later, gave me a chance to tell ya'll about the circular saw thing though. :laugh:


Ahh well. :slap: for me.

[CyberDruid]

I have a cordless Panasonic that I used to do a lot of crazy stuff with aluminum...before I was better set up. Like if I needed an angle 1" one side and 1/4" the other...just blaze it off...

I really want to get a welder and start making cases entirely from aluminum with Dzus fasteners for the shell...like a race car...Nice monocoque understructure all powdercoated and hand formed aluminum panels for the shell: old school stuff on the English wheel and beader and plenishing hammer...

oops I was dreaming....

[MKmods]

Count me in. I have a mod in the gallery.

i'd love to join the club dudes
Welcome

[wolf]

Thanks MKmods! oh and what did you think of the case? its a tad ghetto, but it does the job well :D

also for the list, my name is Mike. cheers.

[MKmods]

Thanks MKmods! oh and what did you think of the case? its a tad ghetto, but it does the job well :D

also for the list, my name is Mike. cheers.
Thanks Mike.
I liked your mod and I know people use terms like "Getto" but I prefer to see it as a mod using what you have laying around. Its easy to spend $1000 (or more :eek:) on materials to mod a case but I really enjoy watching people do a lot with a little. (another good example is klva80s Ninja mod).
I really want to get a welder and start making cases entirely from aluminum with Dzus fasteners for the shell...like a race car...Nice monocoque understructure all powdercoated and hand formed aluminum panels for the shell: old school stuff on the English wheel and beader and plenishing hammer...

oops I was dreaming....
Are you a mind reader?, Get out of my head:eek:

One of the people I admire a bunch is Chip Foose (http://www.chipfoose.com/), I have always wanted to make a case in his style.

[CyberDruid]

Thanks Mike.
I liked your mod and I know people use terms like "Getto" but I prefer to see it as a mod using what you have laying around. Its easy to spend $1000 (or more :eek:) on materials to mod a case but I really enjoy watching people do a lot with a little. (another good example is klva80s Ninja mod).

Are you a mind reader?, Get out of my head:eek:

One of the people I admire a bunch is Chip Foose (http://www.chipfoose.com/), I have always wanted to make a case in his style.

I was 11 or 12 when my brother got a used Lotus Formula Atlantic with a Brabham chassis and we took it down to the nuts and bolts and had a local race-frame shop (Chicago) make up adapters and brackets so we could mount an 1800cc VW pancake motor in there..lol

I really studied that race car as we detailed and prepped it for a Summer of SCCA racing in Rockford. Something really lovely about mild steel tubing....always stuck with me.

And of course being a total car nut a would spend a lot of time in the paddock checking out all the cars...

I'd love to take that nostalgia and transmogrify it into a "statement" for properly housing and cooling PC gear...but I gotta learn how to weld first :D

[Skitzo]

oh wow ... finally people interested in more than cutting. It's always surprized me that very few people custom make a case completely. I agree that making any physical changes is modding. There are no "ghetto mods". Everyone has different skill levels and different resources. If you can make something more functional, what does it matter how it looks? Asthetics are opinion based. If you aren't building for someone else then yours is really the only important opinion...

I've been wanting to build a copper case. I think it would be sweet.
A fiberglass case that has been copper plated would be fun too... so many ideas. :)

[CyberDruid]

Copper would be pretty neat...maybe it could double as a heatsink.

[Skitzo]

Well why not have big ass copper heatsinks protruding from holes (do most of the cooling outside the case).
or take it even father and make the whole side a removable heatsink. I don't imagine this would be suitable for mass production but hey, I only want one:)

[Skitzo]

if size and weight weren't considrations, I can visualize some funky designs...:)

[spud107]

need some opinions on this, keep the light or not? was lying around doing nothing so . . .
http://img.techpowerup.org/080424/IMAG0026.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/080424/IMAG0017.jpg

[JrRacinFan]

Keep it there spud, makes it different and unique.

[Skitzo]

k,you asked for opinions so...

I think that unless a light serves a function other than providing luminesance, ie displays a graphic or information etc... it shouldn't be seen. Lighting effetcs can be most appealing, but the suttle effects that give the most character can be over powered or just not noticed when there is a brighter visable light source in the vacinity.

So I say keep the light but block the light itself from view. :)

[spud107]

its under a table most of the time, isn't so bright from the front,
just done another diy mod for my pci fans using bits of cut up cd case,
was quite alot of heat here with the nf4 chip an 3870 just next to it,
now most is vented out back before it heats up the vf900
http://img.techpowerup.org/080424/IMAG0031.jpg

[Skitzo]

thats quite creative, nice work.:toast:

[DrPepper]

Hey Mk can you recommend a good (powerful) 120 mm fan.

[DrPepper]

I've been wanting to build a copper case. I think it would be sweet.
A fiberglass case that has been copper plated would be fun too... so many ideas. :)

Would a copper case not corrode over time and plus copper is conductive although fibreglass would stop it from zapping you, and would the case not gradualy heat up and increase the ambient temp :confused:

[Silverel]

Hehe... Depends on how much noise you can handle :p

http://www.jab-tech.com/Scythe-ULTRA-KAZE-120-x-38-mm-Case-Fan-High-pr-3940.html

Scythe "ULTRA KAZE" 120 x 38 mm Case Fan - High

Model Name: ULTRA KAZE 120mm Case Fan 3000rpm
Model Number: DFS123812H-3000 (3000rpm version)
Manufacturer: Scythe Co., Ltd. Japan


Fan Speed - 3,000 rpm

Noise - 45.90dBA

Airflow - 133.60CFM

Rated Voltage - DC12V

Rated Current - 0.60 A


Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 38mm
Weight: 225g
Connector: 3-pin (3-pin to 4pin adapter included)
Bearing Type: Sleeve Bearing
MTBF: 30,000 hours

[Skitzo]

Would a copper case not corrode over time and plus copper is conductive although fibreglass would stop it from zapping you, and would the case not gradualy heat up and increase the ambient temp :confused:

Well yes, yes,yes.

not really any diffrernt than what's being used now:
All metals are conductors as fas I know
measures such as sealing the the surface of the case (clear coat etc) would prevent corrosion (curious to know if the applicatopn of tungstien would prevent corrosion like on ocean going frieghters. I think to a ceratin degree all metals will react to their enviroment if given enough time.

for the whole case heating up, if you are referring to the whole side heatsink, idea; there would still be a requirement for airflow inside the case for parts not in contact with the heatsink.

[DrPepper]

Well I think that a copper pc would look pretty cool, as long as it's covered with a plastic coat, and :laugh: forgot all metals were conductive :o :rolleyes: I think it would be a pretty cool case and thanks for the the referance to that pc fan :D

[MKmods]

Hehe... Depends on how much noise you can handle :p

http://www.jab-tech.com/Scythe-ULTRA-KAZE-120-x-38-mm-Case-Fan-High-pr-3940.html


The only prob with that one is the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of 30,000hours.
I use Silenx fans (I think they are 120,000hours)
http://www.pcsilent.de/en_pd_silenx1203818_silenx_quiet_fan_silent_fan_lo w_noise_fan_ixtrema_pro_171.html

but Silverstone makes a very nice high speed fan that comes with a controller
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835220022
(Silverstone is 50,000hours)

[DanishDevil]

The only prob with that one is the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of 30,000hours.
I use Silenx fans (I think they are 120,000hours)
http://www.pcsilent.de/en_pd_silenx1203818_silenx_quiet_fan_silent_fan_lo w_noise_fan_ixtrema_pro_171.html

but Silverstone makes a very nice high speed fan that comes with a controller
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835220022
(Silverstone is 50,000hours)

:eek: Expensive fans. You do get quality for that price, though. And they look like they'd take UV Paint really nicely ;)

[MKmods]

They are not cheap but they mod well,lol
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/100_2716.jpg
Their fan blade is Unique.

The Silverstones blow more for a lot less $.

[DanishDevil]

The Silverstones blow more for a lot less $.

They sound like cheap whores :D

Sorry, I had to :roll:

I meant the Silverstones. $16/fan + ship and + tax for me is insane! Probably worth it, though. The SilenX are even more...

[DaedalusHelios]

I have that Silverstone on my Xigmatek 120mm.:D

[ex_reven]

Question:

I have an ugly old Packard Bell case with unused (but old) components in it.
Would that be acceptable for modding? Or do you only accept new/modern cases?
(I dont really want to try anything with my Stacker 830 as its my baby and im not particularly fond of my hands on skills lol).

Anywho, I figure, one day in the next few weeks ill be bored So maybe i can give it a paintjob and rebuild the PC (its sitting in pieces in the corner - Piece of shit :laugh:). What do you recon? And a small other question, what sort of costs are we looking at?

[MKmods]

Those are good candidates for modding. The only thing is they are made from sturdy metal that can be a bit harder to cut (but still can be done)

As to costs depends on whats available to you.

The best advice is airflow as straight as possible works best. Usually in the front and straight past the mobo and out the back.

try to use 120mm fans if possible.

Post a pict so we know what you have to work with.

[ex_reven]

Those are good candidates for modding. The only thing is they are made from sturdy metal that can be a bit harder to cut (but still can be done)

As to costs depends on whats available to you.

The best advice is airflow as straight as possible works best. Usually in the front and straight past the mobo and out the back.

try to use 120mm fans if possible.

Post a pict so we know what you have to work with.

I have a spare 120mm fan, a 120mm fan grill and a red/pink dual 20cm cathode kit.
Black and white spray paint.
Can buy more tho.

Pics >>>

[MKmods]

Looks like you may be able to squeeze in a 120 for the front but the back is gonna be a BIG prob. For the exhausts you may be able to mount a pair of 80s. And you will be using a mATX mobo.
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/Rosewill%20Mod/Picture010.jpg

Maybe others here may have some ideas to help.

[ex_reven]

Looks like you may be able to squeeze in a 120 for the front but the back is gonna be a BIG prob. For the exhausts you may be able to mount a pair of 80s. And you will be using a mATX mobo.
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/Rosewill%20Mod/Picture010.jpg

Maybe others here may have some ideas to help.

Meh, I wont actually be USING the rig lol.
Just screwing round.

You said you think airflow was straight through the rig.
With the rear of the case being problematic, would blowholes be better?

[MKmods]

With the rear of the case being problematic, would blowholes be better?
Do you mean cutting holes in the back of the case?

The fans in the back support the fans in the front (or visa versa) The top is a good place for a blow hole (no fan, but the hole will allow any extra pressure or heat that rises to escape)

[Skitzo]

I added a 120mm fan to the top of my 686 (same problem at the back) As far as temps go, with a yate loon at bout 50% 600 rpm (silent), my temps all drop from 5*C NB to 10*C cpu and 8*C gpu. So a blow hole would help but a fan running slow enough to be silent does alot better.
Plus if the case won't be used then it's good practice for free hand dremel work...:)


also swapped out 2 80mm for a 120 in the front.

another simple swap that helped all around was replacing the factory 80x80x25mm fans with 80x80x15mm fans. This left a little more room to get my hands in. The new 80's move less air but the 120's more than compensate. This setup is close to silent.

[CyberDruid]

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

[Nitro-Max]

check mine out dunno if it qualifys but its still work in progress still got bits to do when i get the time.I have just updated some pics but out of 1290 views only 14 people have voted cos it just get shoved away from page one lol.
http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/1346.html

[KURTLEYBA]

They are not cheap but they mod well,lol
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj169/mkmods/100_2716.jpg
Their fan blade is Unique.

The Silverstones blow more for a lot less $.

I like how you modded this fan; where can I get one like it?

[DanishDevil]

I'm sure you can get one from him!

[MKmods]

LOL, you have to make them, the labor is just way too much to re coup the labor.

I am designing my own fans so stay tuned...

[CyberDruid]

Been reassembnling the Cosmos cases...I am liking the powdercoat. Gotta find some more case to get done up. I got a ring of color chips from Prismatic Powders the other day and they are really something else. I'll see if scanning them works because you guys need to see some of the crazy metalflake ones...the metallics are sweet too...

[Skitzo]

anyone have an info on optical processors yet? I read that IBM designed a funtional opti proc and now they have to work out mass production. I've heard rumors that there are efforts being made to incorporate graphics processing into the cpu. With the speeds they should be able to acheive with an opti proc, I can't see why this wouldn't work.
Any thought's?:)

[CyberDruid]

Can you overclock it without breaking the speed of light ???

[Skitzo]

can light be slowed down? Can they do a 1/2 light speed under clock? Guess I need to read up on light.
I'm curious how it will work on the inside. One spectrum or more, methods of manipulation, etc. How is the light path controled.
do all spectrums of light travel at the same speed? maybe that's oc potential...
lots of questions here...:)

[Skitzo]

how's about a rez built into the window?

[Silverel]

Full copper plumbing for watercooling would be interesting. Use some kind of mineral oil instead of water to avoid the condensation aspect, where the pipes alone could be enough to cool it. Maybe put a small rad into a water-filled res.

Yeah, if I ever do WC, it's gonna be some ballsy shit...

[Skitzo]

I couldn't think of anything to prevent condesation cept wraping the pipes and that would defeat the whole purpose. Mineral oil is fairly thin, how hard do you think it would be on the pump? Would it not cause the pipes to sweat?

[Silverel]

Water condenses, oil doesn't afaik (experience in a machine shop for a few years). The pump would probably run a bit slower, but when all your tubes are copper it should compensate for less flow.

If I had the kind of money to do stuff like that, I'd give it try just for the hell of it :)

[MKmods]

I dont know if oil transfers heat as well as water.

But I thought about using copper tubing, it seems like the water would transfer its heat to the copper tubing while its flowing through (making it more efficient than just the rad)

Also I think plastic retains heat (so to me the tubing you use like Tygon) would retain heat rather than dissipate it.

[Exavier]

interesting stuff...though I'd love to see a loop that wasn't semi-restrictive because of all the corners..

[intel igent]

if you need to use 90's or 45's i highly reccomend using plumbing supplies as they will reduce the effect, or have no effect on loop efficiency. i like to use brass T's/90's that are 5/8"id x 3/4"od

IIRC water is the best conductor for PC L/C

a flat tube will remove more from the water than a round tube because more of the water is in contact with the cooling surface.

:toast:

[Silverel]

Water conducts better for sure, but would the trade-off of using oil in a full copper setup be worth it? There's a bunch of different kinds of oil, the lightest weight would be ideal, as it would gain heat faster and lose it faster. Using rubber tubing never seemed to be ideal. Not to mention the effect of oil on the general wear and tear, being that it never oxidizes anything. You might be able to have a liquid cooled PC with little to no maintenance.

I guess the thing is, with water you get to release that heat energy after it makes its way through the components and hits the radiator. Then normally goes back to a reservoir and gets sucked back through again. The rubber hose isn't exactly conducive to heat dissipation, and metal hardware tends to sweat with water. With oil/copper pipes, it would be cooling off the entire trip round your case, also while heading through the rad, and would only be holding energy when sitting in your res.

So all that being said, I consult a Thermal Conductivity table to answer some of my questions. Essentially it boils down to a few different things. Higher numbers being more thermally conductive.

000.61 W/m K - Water
000.27 W/m K - Vinyl Hose

250.00 W/m K - Aluminum rad
109.00 W/m K - Brass rad

000.15 W/m K - Oil
400.00 W/m K - Copper (also used for rads)

So, staring at that for a while is just gonna hurt my head, but here's how I figger it. For the sake of keeping things simple (which when dealing with thermodynamics is damn near impossible), there's a few things to assume.

First off, your copper block is going to dump out a bunch of heat to your fluid of choice, this conductivity is the relative rate that it can absorb and disperse that heat depending on the affective temperature difference and conductivity of the opposing material (this being your vinyl or copper tubing, and radiator). Water has a much higher rate compared to oil, and as such will be able to pull more heat away. Once it his the vinyl tubing, it's essentially just carrying that heat through any other components until it gets to your radiator.

Oil on the other hand, isn't going to absorb as much, but will have plenty of time to dump it off through all the tubing along the way. However, if you use a slower pump to make up for its lower conductivity, it should be possible for the oil to not only absorb an equal amount of heat, but also allow your tubing to transfer it inside your case. Using a radiator on top of the tubing could essentially bring it right back down to ambient before it runs back through everything.

Being that ambient is as low as you can get with WC, and the objective is to keep it at ambient, it seems like a pretty even match, imo. Now if you wanna get into sub-ambient temperatures via a TEC, I think oil would win without much debate provided it has a reasonable viscosity at low temperatures. Since some of the lowest weight oil is 5w10, it should hold up rather well below freezing temperatures, whereas water would have a much rougher time. Imagine if you will, instead of a standard reservoir, you have the copper tubing go in one end of a LN2 chamber, and out the other. As long as your pump can push your liquid(ish) sludge into the block, you could have some insanely low temperatures, without having to worry about condensation.

Among all other crazy ideas I have. hehe

[CyberDruid]

Here's a DrillPress tip/thinger that might be of use.

http://forums.techpowerup.com/showpost.php?p=784066&postcount=117

I'll take some shots when I get going...

[Odin Eidolon]

check this:

http://www.hwupgrade.it/forum/showthread.php?t=1455682

i know its in italian, but is one of the nicest mods i have ever seen! Is that smoke machine idea new?
yes, its not the kind of mod mk and cyber usually make... but it is still great!

[Silverel]

Geez, he seems to have crossed a line in the sand from case-modding, to using a case as a center-piece for an art project.

I like it, don't get me wrong, it's really fancy is all. I like each mod to be done for function as well as form. Otherwise you're just putting on makeup, imo.

[CyberDruid]

Yeah that guy is a master.

[Silverel]

Well then, I'll just have to take my hand at making things pretty then.

Started a project log for my case. Gonna do some painting. :D

Ish over here. (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=59864)

[CyberDruid]

Good man.

[CyberDruid]

On the Drill Press doing strange things...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNHsBHitkf0

[Silverel]

Hehe. Major Combat Operations on my Case have been completed! Mission Accomplished!

Now all that's left to do is find a better camera for some final shots with all the hardware installed.

[CyberDruid]

Coolio

[intel igent]

Coolio

Gangstas paradise?

[CyberDruid]

Man I gotta tell ya there is nothing as much fun as doing it twice. Didn't like the symmetry of the res I am building and took it down to bits and started over...

I'm going to learn how to do this stuff one day.

[Silverel]

Oh noooes! It looked so good though...

Yer talking about the missile rack for your Coolermaster?


(btw, got some real-color = non-pink, pics of my Mystique up)

[intel igent]

Man I gotta tell ya there is nothing as much fun as doing it twice. Didn't like the symmetry of the res I am building and took it down to bits and started over...

I'm going to learn how to do this stuff one day.

hehehe

what did ya have in mind for the re-doooooo?

@ silverel : i see no pix :mad:

[DanishDevil]

You've got to wait a while. They take a really long time to load.

[Silverel]

yessir, there's some 30 pics on that thread. For time-saving, here's one of the finished pics.

http://img.techpowerup.org/080512/PICT0043.jpg

[MKmods]

Nicely Done:rockout:

[Silverel]

Well, at any rate if you're doing a full re-design on the res, at least take em out back and give them a proper execution :D

Could make for a new Video Tutorial...like this one (http://www.overclock.net/hard-drives-storage/298011-video-tutorial-how-wipe-your-hdd.html) or this one (http://www.overclock.net/case-mods-general-discussion/298034-video-tutorial-how-ventilate-your-pc.html).

:rockout:

[intel igent]

yessir, there's some 30 pics on that thread. For time-saving, here's one of the finished pics.


nice colour combo :toast:

[CyberDruid]

wow :pimp: looks great

[Skitzo]

fantastic painting job... nice color combo:toast: