Project Motherbox part 1

A little mock up after about 3 hours of measuring cutting and assembly, but let's back up a bit....

Started at Lowe's, I had always planned to make a new Ryzen3000s build that was over the top, this is going to be it. The exterior of the case will act as tubing for the watercooler, I intend to tap into then to create a custom loop after I finish the design. I bought 3/4" and 1/2" PVC elbows and a few Ts, word of advice for DIYers, just buy the baggies they're cheaper and will save you more trips to the store ?

Bought couple 10' lengths of either 3/4" or 1/2" just in case I want to resize parts I got a little extra.

The exterior frame with the motherboard cradle carrier elbows.

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Testing fitment. ? So most of the measurements came out alright. I undershot the final height by a few cm, so a low profile cooler would be needed if I ever decide to change my mind....or longer legs but no backing out now!

I decided that the PVC will definitely be a static box and I'd hate to short my computer so we're gonna mock up some metal plates for the motherboard to stand off of. I also need solutions that don't piece the PVC as it must remain uncompromised for the waterloop.

Tied up just a little tape and some old cardboard for ya.

Sharpie run

View from the backside with cardboard front plate that I might need to fabricate.

When the final product is done I think I want a full plate across the front with a cutout for the fans, but I'm still trying to work the specifics out in my head.

I put three fans I had lying around just to get an idea it's look. Next up is the actual motherboard plate, I think I'm going with a 360mm radiator on the front, definitely triple fan for airflow but still considering a "custom" radiator that sits underneath.

Keep an eye out for updates..... Though they may be sporadic with my work schedule.

Thanks for reading!