Horray! First Build Log. And a number of other "firsts":
First system I've ever overclocked.
First watercooled system.
First case that required modification to fit the motherboard. 
 
The first rebuild was caused when I had a run-in with some nasty Tygon tubing that left plasticizer residue all over my formerly crystal-clear reservoir  That was quickly removed and replaced with some much more impressive Primoflex LRT. I also remounted both my waterblocks and added some pull fans to my rad to improve the temps. [Pics are on my ModRigs.]
 
However, when I originally built my SR-2, I had a measly HD 5850; not really suiting for an SR-2. Now I want to cram as much GPU power into my rig as possible for surround gaming, while still leaving room for a secondary GPU, sound card and PCIe-SSD. And since I've seen red team's and green team's dual-gpu cards--it's time for an upgrade! So, without further ado, here's the part list for the before and after:
 
Currently:
2 x X5650's on water with HK 3.0 LT's, Thermochill 3x140mm rad, and one MCP-655 pump. 
SR-2 (Duh)
12 GB of 2000 MHz OCZ Reapers
XFX 5850
Auzentech X-Fi Forte
OCZ Vertex LE (boot)
WD Black (storage)
 
To be added:
Dual EVGA GTX590's Hydro Copper's
Thermochll 2x120 Rad
Revodrive X2 (new storage drive; tested and working )
GTS 450 (Physics & Folding)
Second MCP-655
EK SR-2 Waterblocks
 
I plan on making this an all-internal build, so packing the case will be interesting...
PICS on the way! Stay tuned.
 
8/25 Update: Final pics in this post: http://forums.evga.com/fb.ashx?m=1192702

Now onto mounting the new rad.
 
The PC-P80 has a kit that replaces the top 140 mm with dual 120mm. So after affixing the radiator to the top, it was time to get everything to fit.
 

A very close fit, indeed. Unfortunately, the barbs were partly obstructing the modular connectors that I needed, so a quick trip to Lowe's...

...buys me an extra 3/8". 

What's a pc builder without a little helper?
 

 
I have some barbs, fittings, wirewrap, and heatshrink in the mail--more to come soon!

Ill keep checking this :D i guess the board alone fits my whole rigs pricing :D

Looking good so far

ohhhh fantastic built!!!! just 2 weeks and then I'll try to built my first PC and SR-2....

I am convinced: that the postal service has a very sick sense of humor. I ordered my Two-pack of 590 hydrocoppers straight from EVGA and the tracking has them down for TUESDAY after memorial day. So there goes the long weekend with a finished build...
 
On the upshot, all of the modding-related parts are all here! It actually didn't take me all that long to finish the rest of the case mods I'm making, and, naturally, PICS!
 
 The distance between where I can mount my resevoir and my pump is too short for a dual-barb connection, so I ordered an extra Bitspower Crystal Link to make the connection. Personally, I think this look super-clean.
 

Here's my idea for the drain system: a ball-valve followed by a drain port--a two-step system. Drilling time! At least I only have one sheet of Aluminum to go through this time...
 

All done! I also installed my PaxMate soundproofing kit; I really dig the case bottom with this stuff. :D
 

Add one more GPU-type bridge and I have a completely metal drain system. Here you can see the rest of my pump/res mount as well.
 

I'm usually not this proficient with a razor blade, but I'm not complaining because the bottom came out great!  This Akasa stuff is kinda hard to work with in tight spots... The side and top panels got the same treatment.
 
Well since I only am waiting on my 590's, I've gone ahead and pretty much finished putting the machine together. All of the hardware mounting, tubing runs, and re-installation of hardware are all finished. Once the 590's are in I'll have a nice gallery of the finished build for your viewing pleasure. :)
 
Have a nice extended weekend everybody! [Because I know mine will be spent staring at 4 empty PCIe slots-- *grumble* *grumble* *grumble* stooopid postman *grumble**grumble**grumble*]

Mine really likes to steal my seat every time I get up...
 
"mmmm...warm seat, thx braugh" 

My helpers love the fan cables >_>

I love your drain port idea.  Looks very clean.

Alright, she's done! Enjoy!
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes, they are VERY tall.

$4 Wal-mart funnel & hose w/ twist-off valve

 

Why yes, refills are now a breeze!

Horray! Everything fits!

Yes, the side-panel too.



 

 

 

 

Holy DVI-Ports, BATMAN!

 
Thanks EVGA for making some truly unique products. This build would not have been nearly as much fun without units like the SR-2 and GTX590 Hydrocoppers.
 
Now I really want to hear your comments! Rate! Discuss!

So sexy   I love the tubing layout, clean and crisp 

tpb7463

Criticism is always welcome. After all, nothing is set in stone.

I did personally sleeve all of the cables for my fans, pumps, and front panel connectors.

The cables on my power supply actually are sleeved from the factory, the sleeving is just very thin. Not very asthetically pleasing, but, gotta work with what I got. The problem revolves around the design of the TPQ-1200; specifically the "power cache" caps. I could re-sleeve the cables, but the problem is that I more than likely would have to remove the caps (and loose the TPQ's great ripple rejection) or to attempt to reinstall them myself after cutting the old one loose. I may attempt that at a later date.

I agree that the tubing needs...work. I was waiting on the GTX590's for so long that I rushed the end of the tubing runs.
Long weekends with no parts makes for a sad PC builder. I've got some ideas on how to make the runs cleaner. 

Lack of paint was a personal preference. I thought the color matched well with the stainless steel on my EK block.

Got the latest A53 BIOS and stress-testing at the moment--benching thereafter.

If you have any room behind your motherboard tray, you could run the cables behind those and then use sleeved extensions. I feel like that alone would make things look even better. I actually really like the clear tubing though. I think it works well with the un-painted steel of the case. Nice job, man!  I just wish I had the money and the know-how to build something like that!

AWESOME

Nice build....good job!!

Looks great, nice changes to the tubing.