Hello, this is my first mod. I hope it'll be ok and you like it. The project is based on an Antec Twelve Hundred, actually two of them. I wanted the V3 version and I decided to do something with the old one. So here we go! HARDWARE -CPU: Intel Core i7 975 Extreme Edition -Motherboard: Gigabyte G1 Assassin -RAM: Kingston HyperX 12 GB (6 x 2 GB) -GPU: ASUS GTX 690 -Data: ----SSD: Crucial M4 128 GB x 2 (O.S. and programs/Steam) ----HDD: Seagate Barracuda XT 2 TB SATA III (media) -Optical disc drive (external): DVD HD/Blue-ray LG Black + Icy Box Case -PSU: Corsair AX1200i -Case: Project hEX (Antec Twelve Hundred V3 + Antec Twelve Hundred) WATERCOOLING -Blocks: ----CPU: Swiftech Apogee HD Gold Plated Limited Edition ----GPU: EK FC690 GTX CSQ Acetal + Copper and Backplate -Radiators: ----Quadruple: EK CoolStream RAD XTX 480mm + Phobya Xtreme Quad 480 ----Double: EK CoolStream RAD XTX 240mm -Pumps: Swiftech Laing D5 x 2 + EK D5 Dual Top G1/4 CSQ + EK Dual D5 X-Res Link CSQ -Reservoir: EK RES X3 150 -Compression fittings: ----Straight: Bispower - Matte Black x ¿? ----90º: Bispower - Matte Black x ¿? ----45º: Bispower - Matte Black x ¿? -Tube: Primochill PrimoFlex Pro, Blue UV, 19/13 -Liquid: Destille water (90%) + Antifreeze (10%) -Others: ----Biocide: Pulse Silver Kill Coil x 2 ----Bitspower Mini Valves - Matte Black ----Bispower Blanking Plugs - Matte Black ----Hose grommets FANS -Radiators: Corsair SP120 High Performance Edition x 10 & Enermax New Vegas Trio x 6 -RAM: Kingston HyperX KHX-FAN-B -Case: Antec Big Boy 200 & Corsair AF120 Performance Edition -Fan controller: Scythe Kaze Master Pro Ace 5.25" 6 Channel LIGHTING -Phobya LED-Flexlight High Density 60 cm UV & 30 cm RGB with IR remote controller SLEEVING -MDCP-X Sleeve - Black and blue -MDCP-X Cable holders -MDCP-X Crimper & crimps OTHERS -M3 screws -MDCP-X Black rivets -Lamptron Advanced Slot Protector - Blue UV -Phobya Grills -Dark blue acrylic sheets -Blue antivandal switch x 2 -Honeycomb mesh -Carbon fiber vinyl RENDERS These are several low quality renders (only to get some idea of the whole case) OVERCLOCKING Soon... PHASE 1: THE CASE I will start with the lower chamber. This section will be from the old Antec Twelve Hundred. Dismounting the case: I did all the cuts bearing in mind the original binding sites: Tomorrow I will cut the back panel: P.D.: Sorry for the photo quality and for my english
I like the renders. On those pictures it looks HUGE. Good luck. I hope you will get the build to be straight.
Thanks! I'm glad you like them and yes, it'll be huge Ok, I've cut the back panel today and then the original motherboard tray to fit Phobya Xtreme Quad 480 radiator: Next: side panels. Parts were joined with rests of the previous cuts and glued all together with mounting adhesive. Right: Left: And finally, the plastic "framework" in front of the case: Tomorrow I'll complete the side panels hopefully
So... today hasn't been a very productive day I've cut the holes for the exhaust air on the right side panel: But when I finished all the holes, I realised it wasn't a clean cut and I'd be sanding a lot of time so I changed the plan and put a fan grill from the Phobya radiator. I think I have to buy another one Depite the wasted time, I finished the side panels Some filler for the gaps, sanding, carbon vinyl fiber, acrylic sheet, honeycomb mesh and... voilà: Left panel: Right panel: Tomorrow I'll glue the two pieces of the front framework and put some vinyl.
Actually, it was my first option, buuut: 1. Work: The hole was bigger than the fan grill. I didn't want to cover the gaps. 2. Aesthetics: I think the window matches better in the case, especially with the upper one. 3. Space: I have no space for the fan grill + fans + pumps + radiator + fans. Just a little patience and you'll see If you are thinking about intake air: 2 fans in the front and 2 in the back. I know this way the airflow is worse but never mind. Regards and thanks for comment. I couldn't post pics today because I've been busy but I'm progressing.
More updates! I glued the framework and put the vinyl. Also, I attached the bottom of the upper chamber and the roof of the lower one. I had to do it twice because first time it wasn't well aligned Pics: Depending on the angle and light, you can see the joints through the vinyl. I don't know if I'm gonna fix it or improve it in a future Stay tuned!
Hi guys! Time to mod the interior of the small chamber. I removed a piece of metal to be able to put an aluminium sheet and hide that horrible joint. But first, I covered the floor of the chamber: And I put some hardware:
Thanks! I hope you like it. I went to the hardware store to buy a few things: Dismounting the fan controller: Now, time to cut: More details tomorrow.
I've finished this section today: I drilled the holes for fans: With the vinyl: And the final result: I think it's so much better now, isn't it? What do you think guys?
Thank you! Sorry for delayed pics, I forgot to post yesterday This is the other grill for Phobya radiator with the vinyl: I started the other side of the bottom chamber. It's almost the same procedure, but I'm gonna fit Phobya remote receiver in there: Stay tuned!
