[abnormldood]

Hi, I'm new to watercooling, in fact, this would be my first time not using a kit. I have basic knowledge, but I'm unable to find out which components would be best for my specific build. I just want to cool my Q6600 CPU, and two GTX280 gfx cards to give them better overclockability(and a longer lifetime). Money isn't much of an issue, but I'd prefer it to be just under $300. I hope I'm not being too vague, so here goes.

My specs are:

Antec 1200 case
EVGA 780i FTW mobo
Corsair 1000w modular PSU
Intel Q6600 quad-core CPU
4gb OCZ Reaper DDR2-1066
EVGA GTX280 x2
WD 1tb Harddrive
WD 640gb backup harddrive
LG DVD-Burner
Samsung Blu-Ray player

Also, will this all be fine on this particular PSU? I will also be running a 3x20" monitor display with Triplehead2go

[supra]

under 300 could be an issue, most gpu full cover blocks cost ~100 on their own

but the typical suggestions would apply, an mcr320 rad for the video cards, an mcr220 for the cpu, and a fuzion v2, gtz, or something similar for the cpu block. with that much heat, you'll probably want to run dual loops, which means 2 pumps, although maybe someones run a similar system in one loop and can suggest a single loop system

[muddocktor]

Heh, with cooling 2 GTX280's, I think you need to look at the Feser TFC XChanger 480 Quad radiator for the video card loop. That will be some really serious heat dump into the system and liable to more than an MCR320-QP will handle comfortably. So I think your budget needs to be expanded to a much higher number.

[phil178821]

you get better performance from NON full coverage blocks. u just have to use ram/mosfet sinks and maintain air flow.
if the MCW60 fits the 280s, its a good choice, price and performance wise. just checked, they do have a bracket

i would probably consider two loops. i dont know much about the 280s but i assume they get pretty hot.

i tihnk $300 is a little low. i havent been paying that close attention to new products so someone may be able correct me but i think.

swiftech MCP655 variable pump is still the best and a great choice
the Swiftech MCP350 is a great pump too and can outperform the MCP655 with certain aftermarket tops.

Thermochill Radiators are the best, however, they are bigger and more expensive. if u go with them u can use lower CFM fans, and thus quieter. probably a 2x120mm rad for each loop.

yate loon fans are good.

cpu blocks: the D-tek Fuzion is the best, if i remember correctly, but i went with the Danger Den MC-TDX since i believe it has better flow.


tubes: tygon 3/8 ID 5/8"OD is the stable

[Spawn-Inc]

to cool my q6600 with excellent temps i spent 300, so you will need to spend about another 150-200 i'm thinking.

i would go with core only blocks as others are saying. its cheaper and upgradeable.