Posts by prtuc2

I happen to own all 3 pumps I will try to describe the pump pros and cons. MCP355 with stock top it has good head pressure, but to maximize their ability it does need an aftermarket top. Pros 1. small size and compact it is relatively...

The fan itself is about 25mm in thickness, so that is about 1inch. But in order to attach the fan onto the case you will need screws length about 30mm which roughly is 1 and 1/8inches like this one.

There is a review on Martin's website regarding push and pull should able give you some insight.

Depends on what kind of tubing size you are using, so if you are using the 1/2" ID X 3/4" OD tubing I would suggest you go with the Koolance VL3N model to further understand the difference I suggest you read this article.

Comes down to what your friend prefer, i5 2400 is just a downclock version of i5 2500. Another review. If your friend is on a budget you could save the $19 for him, if he does not care about the $19 then by all mean go with the best. ...

The Anandtech CPU bench should be a good reference, just navigate the benchmark using the drop down arrows to find which benchmark is suitable for your friend.

The extra vram on the HD6970 will give you more headroom from what I have read that game use more than 1.3gb on ultra settings + AA. There are some games run better on Nvidia platform and some games runs better on ATI platform, but for...

The cheap way is to use distilled water to clean the radiator and cpu block is to use (hot) distilled water + 10% vinegar let it seat for 30mins to 1 hour. The best way is demonstrate in the...

Unless you have a good amplifier to drive the A5 I don't think you should spend the extra $200. Not to mention you will not able to use the full potential of them inside a dorm room without someone banging on your door.

45 degree rotary on block or radiator will reduce the flow rate, however won't be big impact unless you have tons of them in the loop. You are fine with that biocide and silver coil, you can just use one or the other or can use both at...