new WB on the way. Any tips for it before installing?

sup3rcarrx8

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• Jun 22, 2005

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Ok. So i just ordered a TDX copper top for my 3200 and was wondering if there are any tips you guys have before I start to put it on and such? I'm most likely going to let it bleed for 12 hours and then start installing, so no tips needed on bleeding.

 

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• Jun 22, 2005

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as5 on a properly cleaned cpu and your gold

 

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• Jun 22, 2005

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How should I go about cleaning my CPU to perfection? Does it cost alot to get the materials?

 

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It should cost 10 cents. Q-Tip + 91% rubbing alcohol.

 

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Is the rubbing alcohol like the one's doctor use? I think i've seen them for sale at Costco (right?).

 

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Yes, the highest percentage isypropyl alcohol you can find (rubbing alcohol).

 

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Cool. I just bought some. How long should I rub the Q-tip with alcohol on for? Also, am i supposed to wipe it off with water after the alcohol or just let it air dry and then apply the WB? Thanks.

 

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I use the free eyeglass cloths and acetone. Acetone will take off just about anything, leaves no residue, and the lint free cloth speaks for itself. Acetone is like $2 in any paint section, and lens cloth is also like $2. This is what I have been using for years and it works very well. I just make sure not to touch the lens cloth in an area that I am going to use to clean the block/cpu with so that I don't get any finger oils on anything.

 

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ArtiClean! I LOVE THE FRESH ORGANCE SCENT lol

 

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I use QD Contact cleaner for alot of stuff too. Leaves no residue, dries quick.

 

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And, If you've had a wax based Thermal pad on the HS before, I'd use some goof off (Xylene based cleaner) to get the wax off. Then use some high purity Isopropyl Alcohol.