Need advice... $200 for setup

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

Im thinking about the EXOS as it appears to be a great performer... are there any other setups that you think would be better for $200? It will be going in this case...

http://www.mnpctech.com/SC195.html

Soja · Oct 23, 2003

A high end custom setup or maybe an Aquastealth 1/2 customized kit

bucken77 · Oct 23, 2003

Do you need everything or do you already have blocks.

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

I would need everything... that system is better than the Exos???

Karbon · Oct 23, 2003

lol why would he have blocks already? ;o
nice case btw

it would be a lot cheaper and better if you make a custom setup for yourself, but if your realy not mechanically inclined (like me)
go for a dtek kit, or jpiperformance

Soja · Oct 23, 2003

Putting together a custom setup doesn't any more skill than hooking up a pre configured kit (other then modding a heatercore if you choose to get one). The only difference is you get to buy specific parts.

Karbon · Oct 23, 2003

usualy you can just go to autozone or pepboys or w/e and just ask them to put on 1/2" barbs for you

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

hmmm... I read on the forums that the Exos was one of the best kits... true? How about the Corsair?

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

will I have room for the D tek?

Soja · Oct 23, 2003

How about comparing the results yourself on the frontpage heatsink and watercooling ratings

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

exactly my point... So... for a system, the Exos seemed like a clear winner... BUT, when you post a $100 setup... I cant help but wonder

Karbon · Oct 23, 2003

your case looks pretty big, you should be able to fit everything in- might have to mod your case a little to make room

I.M.O.G. · Oct 23, 2003

What exactly is your question? Are you looking for the best DIY or commercial setup for $200? Or just the best commercial setup?

Soja · Oct 23, 2003

The roundup doesn't cover all kits. It does have a review on the block included in that kit. The other components look fine (maybe a pump upgrade) so I'm sure it'll give the Exos a run for the money.

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

Well... If anything... I want the BEST possible setup for $200 or under. I dont mind putting it together... just a little worried about space...

Soja · Oct 23, 2003

The basic watercooling FAQ is a good place to start.

Karbon · Oct 23, 2003

do you have a digital camera or anthing that you could use to show us a pic of your case?
http://www.mnpctech.com/SC195inside.html

first thing i would do is try to make some more room in bottom right corner for radiator

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

The case is in the shop atm... im having some custom work done on it. The thing is... I have 2 raptors that would be perfect in the front as thats were the airflow is coming in. Thats why im scratchin; my head... not sure what to do!

Karbon · Oct 23, 2003

well, there is one alternative: get everything and throw it in a huge storage bin ;D

Vedder323 · Oct 23, 2003

Ive been looking at these but im not sure if they are crapola

http://www.iceepc.com/index.htm?catalog.htm&1

Need advice... $200 for setup

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