Xtrem

Sorry if I didn't read through all the posts, but why aren't you buying online again? Fry's doesn't have all the varieties to choose from. From the memory brands that they offer, it seems that Corsair is the only good one. So I would go with 2x4GB Dominators or the 2x4GB Vengences, since I think you said you wanted 8GB, its either 8 or 4

 
I am just trying to avoid buying things online as much as possible incase of issues, and returns.

Ragingidiot

Xtrem

Sorry if I didn't read through all the posts, but why aren't you buying online again? Fry's doesn't have all the varieties to choose from. From the memory brands that they offer, it seems that Corsair is the only good one. So I would go with 2x4GB Dominators or the 2x4GB Vengences, since I think you said you wanted 8GB, its either 8 or 4

I am just trying to avoid buying things online as much as possible incase of issues, and returns.

Almost ALL products come with warranty and issues buying from Newegg or Amazon is slim to none.  You get better deals and a better variety of items. And like KMoore said, Newegg does have good customer service and is not a hassle 
  

Xtrem

Ragingidiot

Xtrem

Sorry if I didn't read through all the posts, but why aren't you buying online again? Fry's doesn't have all the varieties to choose from. From the memory brands that they offer, it seems that Corsair is the only good one. So I would go with 2x4GB Dominators or the 2x4GB Vengences, since I think you said you wanted 8GB, its either 8 or 4

I am just trying to avoid buying things online as much as possible incase of issues, and returns.

Almost ALL products come with warranty and issues buying from Newegg or Amazon is slim to none.  You get better deals and a better variety of items. And like KMoore said, Newegg does have good customer service and is not a hassle 
 

+1 on NewEgg. Had to exchange a DOA PSU with them. Was a breeze and had an RMA number the next day.

Ragingidiot

I am having issues trying to find a good heatsink for a 1155 socket and i5.

Proliamtech Megahalems Rev.B with a couple CoolerMaster BladeMaster Fans. You don't need 2 fans but it's an option. Or you can get the Noctua NH-D14, ThermalRight Silver Arrow. But they are bigger and for really big Overclocks.
1156 Heatsinks fit 1155 Sockets as well.
 
Edit-Forgot about EVGA New Cooler. No one really knows anything about it though.

RagingidiotI am just trying to avoid buying things online as much as possible incase of issues, and returns.

Oh come on, online shopping is the way to go at this rate. We're not in 90's anymore. However, if you're dead set on store shopping, then I'd suggest these.

http://www.frys.com/produ...sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

http://www.frys.com/produ...RCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG  x2 1.9v, lol. But you can undervolt and they'd still do their rated speeds hence the good IC's.

Lol thanks for the links Johnny. That EVGA heatsink looks cool.

That is an awesome budget cooler, I had it before I changed to the Frio. Overclocked my i7-920 to 3.8 no problem. And yes it will fit, just remember that the screws have the be in the center position.  I sold my Hyper 212+ to a friend and his sandy bridge (2500k) and it keeps the temps low.  You should also buy another Blade Master so you can have a push-pull configuration.   

Great! I am getting there... slowly but surely.
 
What do you guys think of this case. I am looking for full tower. To fit bigger GPU's in... 
 
http://www.newegg.com/Pro..._-11-119-160-_-Product

On a side note EVGA will be giving away 150 more of these, if you can setup a mod rig, and take a picture of it with your cooler, then post here and request a few comments, you stand a decent chance of gitting one for free, ( odds deturmined by # of entries. ) [ not to mention a shot at a $1,000  sponsership, if you can post a vantage link as well ]  
http://www.evga.com/articles/00632/

At least look at the HAF-X it's newer and has some cool features, I have two, and two 932's,
http://www.coolermaster.com/product.php?product_id=6653
The removable bays, slide cover over the power switch, a little larger, USB3 ports, SSD bay, are just a few of the advantages.

Ragingidiot

KMoore4318

At least look at the HAF-X it's newer and has some cool features, I have two, and two 932's,
http://www.coolermaster.com/product.php?product_id=6653
The removable bays, slide cover over the power switch, a little larger, USB3 ports, SSD bay, are just a few of the advantages.

I do really like that one as well. Question is it worth $40 dollars more than the 932?

IMHO yes. I have two of each, and have bought my last 932. The fact that it will accomadate the H-70, cooler, has a bay for two ssd's,  and has the USB3 plugs was enough for me, I like the slide cover over the power switch, I have a 4 year old that likes to grab things and push buttons, can not tell you how many times I have been typing away and my system shut down, only to turn around to see her standing there with a finger on the power switch. If you keep your PC in your bedroom, it's nice to be able to turn off the light on the front fan with the touch of a button.

For the EVGA P67 board, Newegg is OOS, EVGA has both the SLI(199.99-20 rebate) and FTW. Amazon has both also.

People have there brand loyalty and swear by that brand. I get EVGA for the warranty and customer service and they make good boards. They just had a bad launch with P67. IMO EVGA boards are better and I like there BIOS better, when it comes to the X58 series anyways. Not sure when it comes to P67.

Yeah that makes sense to both your response.
 
In another forum a guy is strongly suggesting I go with a Radeon 6970 over the GTX 570 due to the 2GB on board mem compared to the 1.2 on the 570. Most things I read have the 570 rated higher but I don't know how to argue the onboard memory.
 
 

loveha

What screen resolution you going to be playing at and how much Eye Candy? Ex of eye candy is AA and AF settings.

 
Well I don't have a monitor bought yet.. so not exactly sure. I might use my 40inch 1080p LCD tv at times. Eye candy is very important.. The whole reason I am building a pc is to run games better than my consoles.. along with PC only games that is.
 
I am going to get a 22-24 inch LED Monitor.. so 1920 X something...
 
I am really leaning to the EVGA P67 FTW, and EVGA GTX 570 (eventually SLI)