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samualt · 01-30-2005, 02:06 AM

Pump: Eheim 1250
Water Block: Danger Den Copper TDX
Reservoir: Noise Isolator Anodized Aluminum Externally Mounted Reservoir
Radiator: Heater Core 9.25" x 6.2" x 2" for 1969-1972 Chevy Truck C, K, 10-30 SERIES (GDI 399090, Fedco 2-342).
Fans: Tek-Chain - Titto (120mm, 12V, 900-1700 rpm, 66.2 CFM, 19.2-33 db, Blue LEDs)
Tubing: 1/2" ID, 3/4" OD - Cheap clear vinyl tubing from Home Depot.
Anti-Corrosion Fluid: Redline Water Wetter
Anti-Germ Fluid: Algae Destroyer (Liquid)

This is an external unit obviously. I got this thing sitting in the tub while I test it. I had no idea the water would flow so fast. Right now the water is pretty foamy. I'm told it will turn clear at some point...still waiting an hour later, yikes! The water goes so fast that when it gets to the reservoir it slams into the side and flies up against the clear top (I assume that is normal, LOL). The pump is very quite but I can hear the water rushing through the tubes, not a bad sound at all.

Notes:
1. I know the Aglae Destroyer probably isn't enough to keep the bugs out. It is really just for algae and nothing more. You should still worry about bacteria and fungus. Perhaps it will kill some of that also. Perhaps the Water Wetter will kill some stuff too.
2. And yes, I know an aluminum reservoir is not good for a copper block and radiator. But it looked cool so it got used. Perhaps the Water Wetter and fluid change every 6 months will keep everything from corroding.
3. The fans really arn't too bad for cheap Chinese things. They are adjustable, have blue LEDs, and I figure two of them can handle the job. They are pretty quite on low. I'll have to have it all hooked up to see if they fit the bill though.

Comments? Suggestions?

01-30-2005, 02:06 AM	#1
samualt Cooling Neophyte Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 30	My home made WC Rig - Info and Pics Pump: Eheim 1250 Water Block: Danger Den Copper TDX Reservoir: Noise Isolator Anodized Aluminum Externally Mounted Reservoir Radiator: Heater Core 9.25" x 6.2" x 2" for 1969-1972 Chevy Truck C, K, 10-30 SERIES (GDI 399090, Fedco 2-342). Fans: Tek-Chain - Titto (120mm, 12V, 900-1700 rpm, 66.2 CFM, 19.2-33 db, Blue LEDs) Tubing: 1/2" ID, 3/4" OD - Cheap clear vinyl tubing from Home Depot. Anti-Corrosion Fluid: Redline Water Wetter Anti-Germ Fluid: Algae Destroyer (Liquid) This is an external unit obviously. I got this thing sitting in the tub while I test it. I had no idea the water would flow so fast. Right now the water is pretty foamy. I'm told it will turn clear at some point...still waiting an hour later, yikes! The water goes so fast that when it gets to the reservoir it slams into the side and flies up against the clear top (I assume that is normal, LOL). The pump is very quite but I can hear the water rushing through the tubes, not a bad sound at all. Notes: 1. I know the Aglae Destroyer probably isn't enough to keep the bugs out. It is really just for algae and nothing more. You should still worry about bacteria and fungus. Perhaps it will kill some of that also. Perhaps the Water Wetter will kill some stuff too. 2. And yes, I know an aluminum reservoir is not good for a copper block and radiator. But it looked cool so it got used. Perhaps the Water Wetter and fluid change every 6 months will keep everything from corroding. 3. The fans really arn't too bad for cheap Chinese things. They are adjustable, have blue LEDs, and I figure two of them can handle the job. They are pretty quite on low. I'll have to have it all hooked up to see if they fit the bill though. Comments? Suggestions? Last edited by samualt; 01-30-2005 at 02:16 AM.