richcornucopia Posted March 7, 2006 CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 So as the title suggests my computer is leaking water. It seems that my water pump has cracked, or at least the barb/head attachment thing. My question is what do I need to buy to replace this, I am not sure of the dimensions of my pump, but I do know im using 1/2inch tubing. The model is the hydor l30, I bought it from crazy pc and I assume I still have some kind of warranty but I would rather just buy like a 2 dollar new attachment than have to send the pump in and rma it. Would this do the trick? http://www.crazypc.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=93451 The picture shows about where it cracked, if all I need is a new barb, could I pick something like this up at a hardware store? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swimmer Posted March 7, 2006 CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 I would try the new barb.. i am sure that you could get some caulk and make it work.. get like a silicon? i think that is what they would use to keep water out/in.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 7, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 I hadn't been using any caulk because all the connectors had nice seals but the actual barb cracked on the pump so it likes to spray green water all over the place. Anyways, you think that the barb I linked to would be compatible? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swimmer Posted March 7, 2006 CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 it is hard to tell.. why dont you caulk the broken back together? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 7, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 The crack, is more of a break. The barb at the top is actually flimsy and you can move it back and forth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 7, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 Will that barb work or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swimmer Posted March 7, 2006 CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 do you know what size you need? there should be a parts reorder that came with the pump.. I would suggest ordering from the manufacture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 7, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 7, 2006 I think it came with some stuff but I just went ahead and ordered the barb because its less than 2 bucks and should be here tommorow or wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest thecableguy Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 So as the title suggests my computer is leaking water. It seems that my water pump has cracked, or at least the barb/head attachment thing. My question is what do I need to buy to replace this, I am not sure of the dimensions of my pump, but I do know im using 1/2inch tubing. The model is the hydor l30, I bought it from crazy pc and I assume I still have some kind of warranty but I would rather just buy like a 2 dollar new attachment than have to send the pump in and rma it. Would this do the trick? http://www.crazypc.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=93451 The picture shows about where it cracked, if all I need is a new barb, could I pick something like this up at a hardware store? I've heard of blown headgaskets but this takes the cake....wow....and I thought I had too much time on my hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
resopalrabotnick Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 truly. this thred makes me wonder whether or not liquid cooling is worth the trouble compared to a decent air-cooled setup using large diameter fans to lower noise to the levels of a liquid cooled rig. the thought of the heat exchanger on the cpu or gpu springing a leak and blowing water laced with antifreeze and whatnot all over the inside of the case... and i thought the dustbunny colonies in there were enough of a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blunted 2 Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 thats exactly why i never got water cooling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 Lol, since this thread was made I've had no problems. Keeps my overclocked opteron nice and chilly. Whats also nice is I only have on 120mm quiet fan running on low so my system is dead silent. For those taking their first leap into watercooling I definitely recommend an all in one kit as it will have everything you need and instructions (if you bother to read them). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blunted 2 Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 my friend has a case that is a like a freezer but they dont sell them anymore. i forgot the name but it was about $700 for just the case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cholla Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 richcornucopia ;Probably would be best to go with the manufacturers replacement this time.If it continues to be a problem there are some automotive barbed fittings made for fuel lines.Automotive parts stores do not have the best selection of these.But might if you have a good one,Otherwise try a business that makes custom hoses like for air conditioners or hydraulic lines. Another possibility there are several sizes of PVC pipe with some of it & the cement for PVC pipe you might be able to repair the old one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blunted 2 Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 if that thing leaks what is the chances your comp is dead? did anything happen to yours? it just has me thinking about water cooling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emoxandrew Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 i would just put my computer in a freezer and cut holes in the side for the wires = Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted March 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 if that thing leaks what is the chances your comp is dead? did anything happen to yours? it just has me thinking about water cooling What happened was the barb (the part that the host goes onto/over) cracked so it started leaking. This was a barb of the pump which I mounted outside the case as I had no room in the case because I put the radiator in it. So it wasn't much of a problem because it just leaked on some paper towel which I had under it as a preventative measure. I'm pretty sure the only reason it cracked was me being a bit too forceful when moving it or something, idk, but whats good now is that its fixed and the new barb I got was less than a dollar . Maybe when I get home tonight I can post some pictures of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommie gorman Posted March 28, 2006 CID Share Posted March 28, 2006 i would just put my computer in a freezer and cut holes in the side for the wires = I said this once before, roadside window A/C, ducted into the air inlet of the PC. Cool Dry Air. Just put the A/C sensor inside the PC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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