Lapped my Tuniq and... - Page 2 - Overclock.net

namehater · 08-18-07

that sux vw, but im like you, id rather eat the $45 than void my warranty, i was considering lapping mine, but not now, unfortunately im learning from this error

Wankerfx · 08-18-07

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Originally Posted by namehater

that sux vw, but im like you, id rather eat the $45 than void my warranty, i was considering lapping mine, but not now, unfortunately im learning from this error

You have to do it correctly in order to succeed. Lapping should not be rushed and it isn't for the weak-minded. Also, when fastening it on your motherboard, you should turn the screws a quarter turn and alternate screwing in a diagonal pattern. This prevents the heads of the screws from breaking and enables the whole base of the heatsink to attain maximum contact with the CPU.

funkycasey · 08-18-07

I tighten two diagonal screws at once....haven't ever had them break...and believe me, I used to take my Tuniq off at least once a week lol.

Wankerfx · 08-18-07

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Originally Posted by funkycasey

I tighten two diagonal screws at once....haven't ever had them break...and believe me, I used to take my Tuniq off at least once a week lol.

That way also works well, I change my heatsinks quite often, so I'm used to lapping, securing and taking care of them.

funkycasey · 08-18-07

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Originally Posted by Wankerfx

That way also works well, I change my heatsinks quite often, so I'm used to lapping, securing and taking care of them.

Yup, first i make sure my Tuniq is actually on where all 4 screws are in the holes...i tighten one at a time about 2 turns...then i take 2 screws that are diagonal from each other and turn them about 2 full turns, then switch to the other 2 diagonal screws and do the same...till they won't screw in any further, lol.