I will probably use same solution as you with reservoir and top inlets. 
I would really like to know how to cover this side with circles on D5 Top but for now I don't have idea how to do that except to turn on other side.

EK_Luc

Vlada011
I will probably use same solution as you with reservoir and top inlets. 
I would really like to know how to cover this side with circles on D5 Top but for now I don't have idea how to do that except to turn on other side.

In one of my builds, I use a GTX690 and the EK backplate was a CSQ model with circles on the whole surface of the backplate.  I applied matte black vinyl on it and here's how it looks 
 

 

 
You could probably achieve the same result on your pump top. 

Now that is an interesting method of mounting the pump.

Update! Update! Update!

Hi everyone! It's been a while since the last update but here we go!!!
Just as a reminder, the case was away for painting but the painter had a good waiting list. I knew it from the beginning and it was ok for me. Last friday, I received the case back from him!.....MAN that case is looking sooooo good!! The pictures aren't even able to show how good it looks! Thanks again Mark (Hanoverfist)!!!

A while ago, I did receive my package from Darkside too and I just realized that I didn't add the picture in the log.

So let's start with the Darkside Modding stuff! It's their wonderful RGB LED Strip! I used them in the Xenomorph build and they work like a charm!!!


 
I also installed the GPU block on the GTX 980 SC with the plexi terminal and the awesome Nickel backplate!!



 

And here's the piece de resistance in Candy Apple Red and Orion Silver!!

I took the case with me for my morning coffee on my deck. Taking pictures of a candy color isn't the easiest thing to do but I hope you can see the color shifting in some of the pictures. This is also why on some pictures the Candy Apple Red will look more orange, some more pinkish and some darker red. It's sooooo gorgeous in real life!! These new pictures are also marking my recent camera switch. I moved from my trusty Canon Rebel XSi to my new Nikon D5200. I still need a few adjustments but so far I really my switch from Canon to Nikon.





The PE rad has been painted in Orion Silver too.


You can still see the original lettering but I will "highlight" it.


Very cool mirror-like effect on the paint!!





I just love that shot!

 
Later the same day, I took the studio shots. When I checked them after the shooting, they were ugly for the most part so I redid my shooting early the morning after.









I can see you...

 
Things will go at a faster pace from now on! Before the end of the week I will receive the last 2 things to have everything on hands to complete the build. One thing being the sleeved cables from Ensourced for my EVGA Supernova 750 G2. I will hold you in the dark for the other package until the weekend.
Thanks and cheers!!!

Following you on OCN as well, sick build, I'd love to see EK truly get in the case market.  I know yall are just dipping the toes so to speak.

Yesterday I received my sleeved cables from Ensourced!!!
One thing I did struggled and feared was the color match between the case and the sleeving.
When I ordered the sleeving, I didn't have the case in hands and I also didn't had any samples of the sleeving colors.
My choice was based only on pictures.
When I opened the package yesterday it was such a good relief to see that the color match was awesome!!!!
The sleeving is Paracord 550 and the colors are Imperial Red and Silver.







During the weekend, I should be able to have most of the build done.
Stay tuned!

Man, I want to get my hands on one of those cases so bad! Looking good Luc. 

End of weekend update...
During the weekend I pretty much installed everything in the case so all it's left to do is the loop and some vinyl treatment on the ram sticks and some other misc stuff. I also need to install the lighting.
Here's a few pictures to show where we are at now.

Radiator and fans installed!



The EVGA Supernova 750 G2...with some vinyl treatment on.


The whole thing installed!!!


Enjoy!! Next update will be with the completed loop and maybe more...

Excellent. Looking forward to the final pics!

Really a sharp looking build!!  Great job...

Wow, I love it. Very nice work, and the hand etching piece looks good. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
 
*requested a blue ribbon for you.

BR awarded

Sweet build there Mr. EK!  Now only if you guys could start selling that Vulture case.  Or...  You could send me one for sponsorship..  

sam nelson
the red just makes it pop very cool case and job i like it a lot

Thanks! 

sam nelson
do they make that case in a bigger one?

No, in fact this case was a prototype and it's why there was only 50 made.
 
If in the future EK comes with another case that actually see the market, it might have a few other sizes available.  But this is if EK release a case one day.

seth89
That is a very small motherboard.
Have you used it before?

Before this build no.  But I had a Z87 Classified motherboard before and never had any issues with it.  So I was pretty confident with this board.