Breaking up long runs

[Surfie]

As those who have followed my build log (Project DSV) would have noticed, there are a couple of long runs in my build.

These runs are, without further modding the case (which I do not know how to do), required due to the location of the pump/res combo (in some ways, I actually wish that I had purchased separate units, as this would give me the break up in the runs I want, but I didn't know the limitations at time of purchase: live and learn!).

So my question is, what options are there for breaking up the looks of long runs? I know I could put in a flow meter, and that could break up the front hose (and also cover up some of the back hose)... but are there any other options?

 

[Remmy]

Like you've already said, a flow meter would work, and as long as you get a nice one I think it would be one of the cheapest, good looking solutions.

I'm not sure if it fits, but I think the tubing would seem shorter if you could have the pump/res on top of, or in the place of your HDD (and maybe get a 5.25"->3.5" bay adapter for the HDD).

If the fittings allow it, I'd swap the tubes around coming out of your top rad so that they don't have to cross over.

Edit: By the way I'm working from this image

I assume it's current?

 

[Surfie]

Hi Remmy!

Yes, that is the current layout. I have noted the fitting change on the top rad for next fluid change (whenever that might be).

As far as putting the rad where you suggested, the rad has a back mounted mounting plate, so I would have to remove that, and find some brackets to secure the res/pump... Of which I have no idea what would fit. Might have to manufacture something... Any other ideas?

 

[Dragolu]

Hi surfie
Other options for break up would be a quick disconnect. May also help with draining. Also depending on how much preformance you are willing to give up to elbows. You could use 2 90 degrees, an extender and 2 elbows to run the long tube at the base. Another option is to run the tubes through the gside and bottom grommets behind the motherboard and out the cutout by the rad if there is enough space ( i did that in my 900d). Otherwise as remmy said, the reservoir pump between the mb and the optical bays will break it up.

 

[Remmy]

Hi Remmy!

Yes, that is the current layout. I have noted the fitting change on the top rad for next fluid change (whenever that might be).

As far as putting the rad where you suggested, the rad has a back mounted mounting plate, so I would have to remove that, and find some brackets to secure the res/pump... Of which I have no idea what would fit. Might have to manufacture something... Any other ideas?

Hey mate Hmm, would you be able to make/modify the reservoir bracket to screw into the motherboard tray between the graphics card and optical bays, except a bit lower down?

 

[tinytomlogan]

Id always look for better placement. Long runs are fine its visible hose thats not.

There is normally a way you can route everything or place things better - just takes a bit of planning.

 

[Remmy]

Id always look for better placement. Long runs are fine its visible hose thats not.

There is normally a way you can route everything or place things better - just takes a bit of planning.

You've got to have some visible though, it's part of the awesome aesthetics of watercooling to me

 

[tinytomlogan]

You've got to have some visible though, it's part of the awesome aesthetics of watercooling to me

You always will, but dont actively add it in

Look at Orca - even that is too much for me!

 

[SuB]

Look at Orca - even that is too much for me!

True, but you are the resident tubing Nazi

 

[tinytomlogan]

True, but you are the resident tubing Nazi

LOL I just always see neater possibilities. Ive done this a few times!

 

[SuB]

LOL I just always see neater possibilities. Ive done this a few times!

You're not the only one (But you're still a Toob Nazi)

 

[tinytomlogan]

You're not the only one (But you're still a Toob Nazi)

IM just pointing out other tidier possibilities

You should see what Ive done with the 750D and the Poseidon

 

[Remmy]

You always will, but dont actively add it in

Look at Orca - even that is too much for me!

Nah I don't add any, but I like seeing some

I bet you'd think there was too much visible in my sig rig, but I think it's a good balance I think I've got about 70cm in there in total.

This is it by the way