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2016/12/06 20:01:41 (permalink)
So it's time for a new build

I've had a G5 Mac case laying around for years waiting to do something special to it.............. So here we go !!!!!
 

Parts used:
X99 GIGABYTE ULTRA G1 MB 
Intel 5820K 
Corsair Vengeance 32GB (4x8GB) DDR4 3000 (PC4-24000) C15 for DDR4
2 x EVGA  980 TI Classified's (evga 780 TI waterblocks)
EVGA SuperNova 1000W G3 PSU
150mm Bitspower Reservoirs
Bitpower Misc. Fittings
Swiftech DDC pump 35X
1 Black Ice Nemesis 280GTX® Dual-Core Xtreme Profile Radiator
Misc. Corsair 140 and 120 LED PWM fans
A gutted Apple G5 Mac case
 
 



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Let's start with the G5 Mac case
I had to gut all the parts out of the case
It's taken some time trying to figure out what I wanted to keep and what I didn't need for this build
Luckily there are a ton of OLD videos and forums on how to do this so I just followed the steps I found on GOOGLE................

Then I went to the The Laser Hive to purchase their FULL ATX G5 conversion kit
Their kit is pretty basic, but to the point and ready to install with just a few steps so
I didn't have to waste to much time trying to figure out mother board placement as
The Laser Hive makes it straight forward for placement........
 
After some cutting with my Dremel following "The Laser Hive's" instructions and template
I am now able to fit a PC ATX motherboard into a G5 mac case
 

 
 
 
After cutting out the back of the G5 mac case I then completely cut out the front of the case
where I will install a custom tempered smoked GLASS with stand offs as a front accent
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Now it's off to the Powder coater to get sand blasted and it's NEW color scheme

Stay tuned
Regards, Rick
 
 
post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/29 13:14:07

Computer Specs:
Lilan Li 011D Bitspower DISTRO,  MSI 570 Carbon Pro MB, AMD 3900X @ 3.8ghz, Bitspower Water Loop,
TRIDENT Z 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200,  evga 2080 Super, EK waterblock
 980 PRO M.2 1TB ,evga 1000w G3 psu, LG GSYNC 4KK Curved 32 inch, Windows 10 64bit 


 
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/06 22:53:42 (permalink)
    This is going to be interesting. 

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/06 23:28:18 (permalink)
    Bad apple. 


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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/07 05:53:43 (permalink)
    These cases are built to last and very mod-able. I've wondered why there's not more people on EVGA with these cases. I have a couple of these in progress, one using the MoutainMods tray and another that I did the CAD work for. Good luck.
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/07 06:12:37 (permalink)
    Sajin
    Bad apple. 


    +1 for the name as well

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/07 06:58:05 (permalink)
    rjohnson11
    This is going to be interesting. 


    Thank you sir
    hard to tell from the pictures so far
    But once I get it back from the Powder Coaters 
    and get the Accrylic MB tray mounted inside it should
    Start to come together

    Sajin
    Bad apple. 



    You Like that !!!!
    I will be etching  that Apple skull and wording into the Glass
    towards the end of this build
     

    vincinator44
    These cases are built to last and very mod-able. I've wondered why there's not more people on EVGA with these cases. I have a couple of these in progress, one using the MoutainMods tray and another that I did the CAD work for. Good luck.


     
    I had looked at MoutainMods before i bought this conversion, but
    "The Laser Hive" makes their MB tray specifically for the G5 Mac case
    so there's no guess work or even measuring
    The Laser Hive's MB tray uses the Original Case screw mounts for perfect placement
    Also it's clear acrylic MB tray so I will light it up with LED for a cool glow.......
     

     
    rjohnson11
     
    +1 for the name as well


    thank you sir
    I struggled with many names
    Before I came up with this one
    I'm leaning towards a Classy MB so was going to use one of these names

    #1 Classy Mac
    #2 G5 Classy
    #3 Applefied

    But I'm glad I went with "Bad Apple" ;-)
     
    Best Regards, Rick
     
    post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/29 13:15:05

    Computer Specs:
    Lilan Li 011D Bitspower DISTRO,  MSI 570 Carbon Pro MB, AMD 3900X @ 3.8ghz, Bitspower Water Loop,
    TRIDENT Z 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200,  evga 2080 Super, EK waterblock
     980 PRO M.2 1TB ,evga 1000w G3 psu, LG GSYNC 4KK Curved 32 inch, Windows 10 64bit 


     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/07 08:03:12 (permalink)
    Want to see more :)


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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/07 11:53:09 (permalink)
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    Bad apple. 


    +1 for the name as well




    Great name and project!! There have been a few G5's mods through the years. I like how the parts are specialized, so there "should" be no fitment issues. Looks like a fun project, hope you enjoy. Looking forward to updates. 

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/08 09:18:49 (permalink)
    Nice!

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/08 11:32:32 (permalink)
    Going to be nice I'm sure.  Looking forward to the "in-progress" and then the finished pics...


     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/15 12:39:32 (permalink)
    BACK FROM THE POWDER COATERS...........
     
    Just picked up the G5 MAC case panels from the powder coaters
    The black is a super high gloss and the BLOOD RED is a bit on the semi gloss side
    So there's a contrast between the two colors

     
     
     

     
     
     

    here it is, all bolted together.................
     

     
     

     
     
     
     
     
    "THE LASER HIVE"  Acrylic Motherboard tray and Back Plate Installed
     

     
     

     
     

     

     

     

     
     
    Now to contact my buddy who works at Henderson Glass
    to make  some custom drilled glass panels for the Front and side
    I also bought a roll of Blood Red Window tint that I may or May Not
    use on the Tempered Glass............
     
     
     
     
    Stay Tuned,
     
    Merry Christmas, happy New Year to all

    Best Regards, Rick
     
     
     
    post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/29 13:20:55

    Computer Specs:
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    TRIDENT Z 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200,  evga 2080 Super, EK waterblock
     980 PRO M.2 1TB ,evga 1000w G3 psu, LG GSYNC 4KK Curved 32 inch, Windows 10 64bit 


     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/15 14:07:33 (permalink)



    See my current build here: https://forums.evga.com/My-bench-rig-unlimited-power-m3596024.aspx
    RTX 2080 Ti 4-way SLI?!?!: https://forums.evga.com/RTX-2080-Ti-4way-SLi-set-by-yours-truly-m2954756.aspx
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/15 19:46:12 (permalink)
    Looking good
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/15 23:24:29 (permalink)
    Niicee, apple users would be jealous of this :D
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2016/12/27 18:27:51 (permalink)
     
    Looks good so far.

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/01 07:09:57 (permalink)
    Certainly looking good so far...


     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/01 07:27:28 (permalink)
    Brilliant work.

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/01 13:22:21 (permalink)
    Thanks everyone..........
     
    Small Update
    Got the Glass in and Tinted it Red using Red window tint
    I will be adding one more layer of Red Window Tint to make it a bit darker RED to match the Deep Red Case

     

     
     
     

    I have something in mind for the Front of the Case
    Ive been in contact with Nateman to see if he can help

    If it works out, I may have a Reservoir font panel like the picture below



     
    More to come

    Regards, Rick
     
     
     
     
     
     
    post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/29 13:25:44

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/01 13:35:11 (permalink)
    I like your killer graphics on the front
     
    Nice build

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/01 14:20:12 (permalink)
    I really like that shade of red with the black.  Looking good...


     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/02 20:56:32 (permalink)



    See my current build here: https://forums.evga.com/My-bench-rig-unlimited-power-m3596024.aspx
    RTX 2080 Ti 4-way SLI?!?!: https://forums.evga.com/RTX-2080-Ti-4way-SLi-set-by-yours-truly-m2954756.aspx
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/05 03:37:34 (permalink)
    This is so sweet! I've been wanting to pick up one of these cases for some time now. They are just too pretty

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/11 23:13:20 (permalink)
    Looking great. This one gonna be a real badass build, looking forward to see the end result


     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/13 10:47:49 (permalink)
    Nice progress so far. The colors are great! I like your idea for the front, I bet Nateman could make whatever you want. 

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/14 05:26:24 (permalink)
    Love the front graphics

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/16 17:11:49 (permalink)
    Thanks Guys
    I really appreciate your support !!!!
     
    **UPDATE**
     
    I have decided to stay with X99 platform....................
     
    I went with the GIGABYTE ULTRA X99 G1 for it's aesthetics & LED's Everywhere !!!!
    Maybe someday EVGA will offer these aesthetics.......Hint, Hint ;-)
    The MB fitment is perfect using "The Laser Hive" MB tray and brackets

    I have also started working on the Front panel
    As you can see I have cut a template of Black Mesh (temporally, Zipped tied in place) that will work as a support for the 280mm RAD and fans
    The glass will go on "Stand-off's" in front of the mesh with the graphics installed and lit as shown in previous pictures
    Still much trimming and filing to do but you get the gist !!!!

    New EVGA 1000W G3 on the way.................;-0
     
     




     
     

     
     

     

    More to come

    Regards to all, Rick
     
     
    post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/30 08:12:15

    Computer Specs:
    Lilan Li 011D Bitspower DISTRO,  MSI 570 Carbon Pro MB, AMD 3900X @ 3.8ghz, Bitspower Water Loop,
    TRIDENT Z 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200,  evga 2080 Super, EK waterblock
     980 PRO M.2 1TB ,evga 1000w G3 psu, LG GSYNC 4KK Curved 32 inch, Windows 10 64bit 


     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/20 16:25:14 (permalink)
    UPDATE
     
    Painted all "White" on the Mother board to Black
    Ran all the wires behind the MB
    Created some Laminated PSU stickers

    Right Click on img's and open in new tab to enlarge
     

     
     

     
     

     
     
     
     
    Still way more to come

    Thanks for looking, Regards Rick
     
     
     
     
     
    post edited by V84x4 - 2017/06/30 08:13:43

    Computer Specs:
    Lilan Li 011D Bitspower DISTRO,  MSI 570 Carbon Pro MB, AMD 3900X @ 3.8ghz, Bitspower Water Loop,
    TRIDENT Z 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200,  evga 2080 Super, EK waterblock
     980 PRO M.2 1TB ,evga 1000w G3 psu, LG GSYNC 4KK Curved 32 inch, Windows 10 64bit 


     
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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/21 07:56:49 (permalink)
    That is an excellent design. Great job! 

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/21 10:27:00 (permalink)
    Love this build. Looking forward to more pictures.

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    Re: BAD APPLE 2017/01/21 10:57:23 (permalink)
    Really looking good...


     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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