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Push/Pull System for Mugen 2

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Hi, I'm looking to get two fans for the Mugen 2. After looking at many mixed user reviews on Newegg, I'm still confused on what I should be looking at. Do you guys have any suggestions? How high an rpm/cfm should I be looking for? Is push/pull even worth it, or should I get one high rpm fan instead? I don't mind some noise until it starts sounding like a jet. I've been looking at these so far:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835705004

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835185053

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835705002

Thanks!
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Hi, I'm looking to get two fans for the Mugen 2. After looking at many mixed user reviews on Newegg, I'm still confused on what I should be looking at. Do you guys have any suggestions? How high an rpm/cfm should I be looking for? Is push/pull even worth it, or should I get one high rpm fan instead? I don't mind some noise until it starts sounding like a jet. I've been looking at these so far:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835705004

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835185053

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835705002

Thanks!
Don't get the first panaflo. It clicks.

I suggest the third fan you listed
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Could I install two of those for push/pull? Or should I just get one?

Thanks for the help!
I'd just get one pushing.

Note that the stock fan clips will not hold 38mm thick fans, so you may have to resort to other methods of fan mounting (eg. Zip Ties)
Ok, thanks! Sorry for all these questions, but before I order I wanted to make sure that I will get a decrease in temperature that justifies a new fan over the stock one.

Thanks again!

EDIT: Should I get the highest rpm Panaflow and get a fan speed controller or should I get the medium speed one?

Also if anyone has any suggestions for more fans, either push/pull or single fan, that would be great!

Thanks!
Whats the difference between Type A and B Scythe Fan Clips? Also I know you said to go with one pushing, but I'd rather be using fan clips than zip ties, so I might go with two 25mm fans. Are two Yate Loon High Speed fans good for push/pull?

Also while we are on this subject, what is the best technique for installing fans in the 5.25" drive bays? I tried zip ties but I couldn't find places to use them.

Thanks!
Type B works with any thickness fan, assuming the corners aren't closed. (Closed as in, having a tubing in the corners)
Type A is the same as the clips that came with your cooler.

Yates are good fans, if you get them from here
http://petrastechshop.com/

If you want a more available alternative, Zalman ZM-F3's are excellent fans too.
You are going to learn the hard way. They only send you 2 metal brackets, mean only one fan to be mounted. You going to have to use zip ties to mount the other fan.
i wish i could first see a video on how to install the mugen 2, then the clips

would love some help, ty in advance
Well you can buy more fan clips for the Scythe so you can install two or more fans if you want to. I first installed the retention plate on the back of the motherboard, then I placed the Mugen 2 upside down and set the motherboard on top of it and screwed that down. Its a lot easier with another person to help. If you need more detailed instructions just tell me.

Should I get two High Speed Yates for push/pull or should I get one Delta, Silverstone, or Panaflo?

Thanks!
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