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post #41 of 48
9/6/12 at 7:14am
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I do use compression fittings, which almost guarantee no leaks.

No they don't. In fact the only leak I have had inside my case was from a compression fitting - the tube was not sitting properly on the barb after screwing down the collar.

Remember that all fittings have the potential to leak if installed incorrectly
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post #42 of 48
9/6/12 at 9:46am
I like the idea of using tissue. Didn't think of that. Sure way to know if it dripped while you were away.

I also agree that once the system has heated up, some of the compression fittings may be able to be tightened more. That has happened to me more than once.

I did my leak testing with the system on it's lid so that if it did leak, it would just leak onto the rad.

In my short experience, a properly installed compression fitting at least gives a feeling of a more solid connection, and they look better than barbs IMHO.

As GJ says above, making sure that the tube is properly installed on the fitting before tightening the collar is important. If the collar won't slide down or catch the threads of the base you may not have the tube seated well.

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post #43 of 48
9/6/12 at 9:53am
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ic I will have to order some and redo my setting. I might even change the cpu block with the new fittings. However, I been also debating if I just want to use it on the GPU instead and if it leaks it will only leak down to the bottom of the case and not to any of the equipment.

I might even consider getting a new full size tower to get everything in and work it from there.
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post #44 of 48
9/6/12 at 12:12pm
First couple times I leak tested my rig for like 15min, now I don't do it anymore. I know I'm good with my hands, tighten the fittings real nice and then retighten them again after like 24hrs. Never had any leaks and don't plan to.

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post #45 of 48
9/6/12 at 5:25pm
The only leak test that I do is as I bleed my loop which takes forever with they way that I have it currently set up.
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9/7/12 at 8:31am
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So far this system is running with no leaks, I have gamed and done many different things to heat up the CPU without running prime 95. System idle around 29c - 33 and over load doesn't reach pass 44c on maxed fan running on a fairly warm day. So I guess this cooler is not doing to bad but I need to change the way the air flow on the case to help it better.
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post #47 of 48
9/7/12 at 9:29am
I leak test with everything in place but only the PSU (and pump obviously) powered for about 60 mins, checking with paper towel for any semblance of a leak. I then power on all components and heat up the liquid for another 60 mins, If everything is ok I then go for it. I then check every day for a week or so.

Leaks can take a while to manifest though. This minor one didn't appear until a few days after the system had gone into production (saved by the barb).


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9/7/12 at 10:09am
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Ic good tip. I turn the power off at night abd check for leaks before powering the unit on.
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