how to attach a PVC res?

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sandman001

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Alright, I wanna attach a PVC res without it looking too ghetto.

I know, that's kinda contradictory, but I can make the res look good, jus tnot sure about mounting it.

 

Voodoo Rufus

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• Mar 11, 2004

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Ok, do you want to attach it to the pump or in the case? If you want to attach it to the pump, just get a threaded coupler for the intake of the pump to the res. For separate, just put the res somewhere out of the way, like in a corner of the case or bolted to the top, and just connect via tubing.

You talking about this booger? http://www.student.nvcc.edu/home/janguyen4/ocforums/pvcres.jpg

 

SysCrusher

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• Mar 12, 2004

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Do it just like Voodoo said. Use a plastic threaded coupler(nipple). You can get it at home depot or most hardware stores. That way you can use a 3/4"ID tube to the inlet of your pump from the res.

There's more elegant solutions but the pvc res is cheap and easy.

 

craneage2001

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I've got a single screw just above water level (just above top gaping fan-hole, just under the PSU). Between that and the hoses, it's securely in place...

 

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Voodoo that's the one.

I might try the screw way up at the top, then seal it with some goop.

 

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• Mar 12, 2004

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You could try that velcro that EX-Pass uses, its like plastic, its pretty strong.

 

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sandman001

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Got a link? that sounds like it might work.

 

craneage2001

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Occasionally, I fill my res up to the top for temp measuring and my screw doesn't leak, although I wouldn't keep my levels that high (no reason to). I have a large set of taps/dies and I tapped the hole for the screw, so it fits perfectly. I used a short piece of 3/8" diameter pipe, approx 3/8" long to use as a standoff so I can pop the top cap off. It's suprisingly solid for only having one mounting screw.