It is DONE! The most beautiful version of Skunkworks yet!

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  • @GamersNexus
    @GamersNexus Рік тому +496

    This looks craaaaaaaaaaaaaaaazy good! Inspiring to see builds like this. I love when you guys do these projects - I never have the time (and don't have the tube bending skills) to do builds like this and get to live vicariously watching them. Great work, also excellent camera work and editing on the beauty shots!

    • @willops8097
      @willops8097 Рік тому +5

      you and yay are to pro guys on this area

    • @Celis.C
      @Celis.C Рік тому +9

      Do I spy a potential collaboration here?

    • @KobraTrading
      @KobraTrading Рік тому +15

      GN / JTC collab build. PLEASE

    • @cmstudios11
      @cmstudios11 Рік тому

      same. if I did a hardline build it would never look this good and Im way too old (37) to start trying to learn this as a hobby. Ill stick with aircooling and live thru jay on these bad ass hardline water cooled builds.

    • @MrGts92
      @MrGts92 Рік тому +2

      Collab boomba yay!

  • @qwertyuiop.
    @qwertyuiop. Рік тому +417

    Give Phil a raise! These montages are awesome. Good music choice too, I like it.

    • @MustangSkar
      @MustangSkar Рік тому +10

      Phil is awesome, and fun sized!

    • @GrandpaOCE
      @GrandpaOCE Рік тому +4

      yes phil needs his pay doubled

    • @ceoofupfuckery.8561
      @ceoofupfuckery.8561 Рік тому +7

      Phil is a big nerd, but a pretty damn awsome nerd. +1 for a raise!

    • @ceoofupfuckery.8561
      @ceoofupfuckery.8561 Рік тому +6

      I mean, technically, he's a really small nerd...

    • @galexyz8708
      @galexyz8708 Рік тому +9

      Dude is Phil but on an alt account

  • @tdfjr1979
    @tdfjr1979 Рік тому +88

    Jay, you have no quit. I love that you just keep working and adjusting and overcoming all of the obstacles that you encounter with these builds. You are not just entertaining but you inspire us that are complete novices. I can't stop watching your content, I really enjoy the information and also your complete honesty with builds and reviews. I value your opinions and all the work you, Nick, and especially Phil put into this channel. I'm handicapped and lost my ability to walk so I live on my pc. I hope one day I can find a way to get out of this hospital bed and build a custom water-looped rig. Thank you for everything your team does. Keep making videos and I'll keep watching. Thank you all!

  • @Mandoon
    @Mandoon Рік тому +4

    Absolutely blown away by the craftsmanship in this build! The attention to detail, from meticulously reinserting the GPU and ensuring every component works harmoniously, to resolving the tiny yet crucial fitting leaks, just showcases the high standards and precision throughout. The way you navigated the thermal troubleshooting with such insight, and the finesse in getting the RGB setup just right, it all speaks volumes of your skill. And Phil, what a stellar montage - the visuals paired with that catchy tune, "Trust the Process" by Ballpoint, just took it to another level! It was so good I had to track down the song myself. Thanks for putting together such a quality video; I'm completely enamored with the new Skunkworks V6! 🌟🎶

  • @TheSlickmicks
    @TheSlickmicks Рік тому +75

    I love how Jay really cares about the quality of his builds. It shows that building this PC isn't just about views, but about self satisfaction in a job well done.

  • @TheRealBrewMaster
    @TheRealBrewMaster Рік тому +1

    I was writting a lot about how I love this channel since I started to follow Jay many many years ago and what the first Skunworks means to the PC pasionate followers but instead I'm going to say.
    Thanks! Thanks for keeping your content so true and being honest with us all theese years.

  • @VolcanoPenguin
    @VolcanoPenguin Рік тому +68

    I just finished my first custom water loop PC on Halloween. Doesn't look as immaculate as yours, but it was still a MASSIVE achievement for me.
    Also I can't ever comment on how long you take again. Mine took 4 years and went through at least 4 changes in parts.
    Thanks for the informative, inspirational, and motivational videos Jay.

    • @G-Unit1111
      @G-Unit1111 Рік тому +2

      I'm totally interested in doing my first completely water cooled PC. Only bad thing is lacking both time and money.

    • @R1Armadill0
      @R1Armadill0 Рік тому +4

      @@G-Unit1111 Yeah, it ain't cheap by any stretch... especially those damn fittings are so expensive depending on your loop design. I feel like I kept mine pretty "simple" but even still. I really enjoyed the build and the bending of the tubes though!

    • @LordCrisp
      @LordCrisp Рік тому +3

      @@R1Armadill0 this...
      Actually just (almost) finished my second hardtubing build... Think I spend like $150 dollars on fittings... and that's for the fittings I didn't already have from my last build...
      Also... Jay's talk about having build the computer 5 times by the end... I hear him... I had so many "back and forths" with this build, it's insane.
      Even with planning, my "route" changed like 4 times... because of me realizing AFTER I had almost assembled everything, that something didn't fit where I thought it would.
      And after that I had some issues with fan motors being noisy, so I had to get them out... with the top 2 screws being behind a different radiator... and... fan-cables being the first thing I tugged away, because "I'm never touching those again" :(
      And now... I'm still not done... only just got the replacement fans (and tested that the motor isn't noisy), and... my GPU is still on air, as I wanna test it throughly, before tearing it apart to put it under water, voiding my warranty.

    • @R1Armadill0
      @R1Armadill0 Рік тому +2

      @@LordCrisp Sounds about right! 😁 The "this will fit here" and then it doesn't! Good Times!

    • @VolcanoPenguin
      @VolcanoPenguin Рік тому +1

      @@LordCrisp Hard tubing was exactly what I done, and I almost regret it too. First time custom loop going straight to tube bending was really sink or swim and I almost drowned lmao.
      I think I spilt fluid at least 3 times finding the leak, rerouting tubes, and losing my ever loving CRAP trying to stop these leaks 🤣
      There's at least two tubes that I would want to re-bend, but now that I've got a final product after 4 years, I'm just settling with the imperfections. One of my runs had to be supported by hanging fishing line from the top rad, one run seriously needs either an offset fitting or a 45 bend to look parallel to the side panel glass, and the final bend was slightly short on both ends but isn't leaking somehow. Also I didn't know where to put my drain valve fitting, so I didn't install it 🥲
      But it is still easily the best thing I have ever done on my own.

  • @azreow
    @azreow Рік тому

    I've been watching this channel since the 4770k Skunkworks that was yellow. This is so amazing. I was also a newb PC builder and knew nothing about tech. Now I've been working in IT for over 5 years and I'm software engineer for a big company that you would know the name of. I can truly say that this channel has changed my life and it's so cool to see this build because it mirrors my personal growth. I hope to one day build a PC this gorgeous.

  • @caseyronson603
    @caseyronson603 Рік тому +1

    I HAVE USED SILICON DIELECTRIC GREASE TO HOLD CARBON PADS IN POSITION, WORKS GREAT!

  • @joelrobe5498
    @joelrobe5498 Рік тому

    If i were to teleport my dad from 2001 to today, and show him this computer, I think he'd flip the hell out. He was a computer enthusiast then and was so proud he ran dual HDD's ... 300MB + 600 MB HDD's and taught me to use CMD prompt to install all my games. Him seeing a full blown water cooling loop PC of this caliber vs his IBM PC with that turbo button on the front would blow his mind. GJ Jay, awesome build. Your the reason I bought a Case Labs case before they disappeared and am the water cooling enthusiast I am today. *Fist Bump*

  • @tom_foolery
    @tom_foolery Рік тому +1

    Leave the silver adapter! It looks fantastic and matches the contrast of your silver fittings against the black components

  • @00Mike55
    @00Mike55 Рік тому +11

    Been around since 2014 watching Skunkworks evolve and all the drama along with it, glad to see it back in action better than ever, amazing work as always Jay, here's hoping to see more builds in the future!

  • @shotokanads3325
    @shotokanads3325 Рік тому

    I have recently ordered a SMA8 mid plate distro with dual pump distro for my Caselabs STH10. from Daniel at Singularity Computers. It arrived in the last couple of days and the quality is excellent. It was ordered from the UK and apart from the Customs and Tax payment of £136, I am really happy with the product.
    I have been watching JayzTwoCents over the last 8 years and I am continually inspired by by his work. This hobby is not cheep but its great fun.

  • @addromen
    @addromen Рік тому +19

    Really glad to see skunkworks coming back

  • @Henryhewitt-nb8rx
    @Henryhewitt-nb8rx 2 місяці тому

    Always learn something new watching your videos. I have always used stiffer tubes and never thought of lightly heating them to soften up the material. Thankyou!

  • @rustler08
    @rustler08 Рік тому +1

    EPDM doesn't usually have plasticizer, which is what ZMT is.

  • @rogerhornby1149
    @rogerhornby1149 Рік тому +4

    This looks great. Glad to see the SMA8 back in use again. The black insides do look better. And Phil - this was an epic, epic montage. You dug up some great music to go with it, too. I've already replayed the montage portion three times, it was so good. Great job!!

  • @matthewguerra5410
    @matthewguerra5410 Рік тому

    Love seeing the SMA8 back and Skunk works living again, at times i miss my SMA8

  • @TheExcelon87
    @TheExcelon87 Рік тому +3

    Nooo! That was SUCH a good b-roll edit, Phil! Right up until the record scratch. PS. that song should be the new channel theme song in some fashion. It goes perfectly with the new colors and 80s theme.

  • @d3115uxor
    @d3115uxor Рік тому

    after all these years and yes ive been watching since the day you got that case, i love you brought back the "forever evolving pc" as it was supposed to be forever evolving as the channel grew!

  • @AcM.5233
    @AcM.5233 Рік тому

    Absolutely love the build. I like the two tone and the diffused lighting.

  • @TheMC1X
    @TheMC1X Рік тому +1

    I still remember when "Skunkworks" was on a Corsair 900D and an i7 4790k. Sure time does fly. Glad to see the SMA8 on all its glory😊

  • @TheeUnknown_OG
    @TheeUnknown_OG Рік тому +6

    Beautiful build jay, watched you in the OG days and glad to see your hard work has paid off and where you are now.

  • @LackingHistory
    @LackingHistory Рік тому

    First, Phil's montage are Amazing! Secondly, Skunkworks is a staple of this channel and I'm so happy to see it come back, looking super clean!

  • @fuzzydrake2716
    @fuzzydrake2716 Рік тому +26

    You really outdid yourself on this! The raised panel for the reservoirs was very smart too! And super awesome to hear that Red Mist's owner is gonna be back for a new build!

  • @mr.velocitystack4133
    @mr.velocitystack4133 Рік тому

    That is one fine rig. I need to go back and carefully watch the build videos of this again, because I'm not understanding the 2 independent loops (CPU and GPU) yet utilizing 3 rads. Always over the top content on this channel with humor, which I love.

  • @SkylerB17
    @SkylerB17 Рік тому

    Phil's montage brought tears to my eyes. What a badass build. the Legend is back.

  • @Emblurr420
    @Emblurr420 Рік тому

    Jay, what you were experiencing with your 90 elbows is called Flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) and you explained it pretty well. The water is turbulent while it rounds the 90 degree bend and over time it erodes the brass. I do maintenance on nuclear reactors and use ultrasonic tooling to scan coolant pipes for exactly what you experienced. Very cool video and Skunkworks looks amazing!

  • @bryce2113
    @bryce2113 Рік тому

    Warming up the tube is one option. Another is a tiny coating of silicone lube spray. I usually have no issue getting the tube over the barb, but then have a really hard time getting the outside collar to thread down. So I use the silicon spray on the outside of the tubing and then the collar slides down and threads easily.

  • @LpmitJuliDE
    @LpmitJuliDE Рік тому

    Thats one of the beautiful Systems I've ever seen. The oldschool case with the new stuff inside looks just amazing and the recoloured inside looks really good.

  • @SuperBigDog2U
    @SuperBigDog2U Рік тому

    Skunkworks went from an old slow relic to modern and funky. Amazing how many transformations and tech that case has gone through and today looks better than ever, better than some other new cases out there the way you built it out. You should do a video of a timeline of Skunkworks from its first build to todays version. I remember this case in that small bedroom in your old house, taking up most of the space you had on your desk. Great job Jay,

  • @DaboInk84
    @DaboInk84 Рік тому

    Absolutely loved this Skunkworks build vlog, and this iteration of it. Glad you got to reuse this case again for another showstopper build, nice work!

  • @Petroskoi3000
    @Petroskoi3000 Рік тому

    Thank you for making these videos and keeping me entertained, while I lay, wait and hope to get out of this hospital bed, to build my own custom loop PC, that's all ready waiting me at home as pile of parts.
    Your videos have kept me going! I can't tell you how much they have helped me on my tought times.🙏

  • @bobkhosravi7197
    @bobkhosravi7197 Рік тому

    After watching all of the build videos that montage was so satisfying. Beautiful system!

  • @GySgt_USMC_Ret.
    @GySgt_USMC_Ret. Рік тому

    Outstanding build!
    Fair winds and following seas to all.

  • @2wheelmaniacrides
    @2wheelmaniacrides Рік тому

    I'm so glad to see this computer come back to life it's what has inspired my current rig (in a used Digital Storm Aventum X Case)

  • @lo0nyk
    @lo0nyk Рік тому +1

    Beautiful built Jay. Thanks for taking us with ya on that journey

  • @AndreGuesh
    @AndreGuesh Рік тому

    It's so nice to see skunkworks back!
    I love what you did with the two tones.
    Epic build really !

  • @jmeistr
    @jmeistr Рік тому

    The build turned out great! You filled out that chungus of a case nicely.

  • @5h4d0w4lk3rX_cod
    @5h4d0w4lk3rX_cod Рік тому

    It's so beautiful I love the aesthetics and lighting on the build

  • @delsus7580
    @delsus7580 Рік тому

    Yay, updated Skunkworks. Nice build Jay, looks great.

  • @SirchBehindTheBeat
    @SirchBehindTheBeat Рік тому +1

    Just finished my third custom loop on my main pc a couple weeks ago and looks better than ever. Its gotten easier each time and ive gotten way better at it. Love playing cyber punk on it way more now too 😅.Thanks to jay for all his videos and work he's put in for people like me to follow along and learn.

  • @tylerjones477
    @tylerjones477 Рік тому

    you can take the side panel off to mount the rad it does screw from the inside but there is a lip all the way around so you can put it back just fine while the rad is installed.

  • @Nostalgic-Mechanic
    @Nostalgic-Mechanic Рік тому

    I am here since the Nebula days so I sadly never saw a Skunkworks build when it was new. Awesome to see that bohemoth of a case in all it's glory. Phils montage was awesome! Sad to see that SLI / Crossfire is no longer a thing. Dual GPU would have looked insane (as it has in the past) but still, the RGB and the distroplate makes up for it! KEEP THAT THING ALIVE!!!!!!! pls... 😀

  • @CarolusBuchwurm
    @CarolusBuchwurm Рік тому

    Man I still love the ifixit ad. Makes me smile every time you guys air it.

  • @jackpulley4324
    @jackpulley4324 Рік тому

    Good Job! You all are a great inspiration for myself to do better on my builds.

  • @captainclaytonic7283
    @captainclaytonic7283 Рік тому

    It's soooooo satisfying seeing the loop fill up!

  • @jeremybarber2837
    @jeremybarber2837 Рік тому

    Oh damn… this is looks so frickin’ good. The lights, the two tone case, the satin fittings… so good. Great to see SkunkWorks back in action.

  • @killer01ws6
    @killer01ws6 Рік тому

    That looks awesome Jay!! I love when you show all the issues and how you decide on what changes you will make, but at the same time someone with all of your expertise and knowledge along with a treasure trove of parts, is the reason I went soft tubing on my 13900KS-Chiller setup.. I would never get it back up and running ha.. Again, Amazing results congrats.

  • @mysticdre321
    @mysticdre321 Рік тому +1

    Thats beauty and perfection right there, believe you me. I love it. As you know, imitation is the best form of flattery. I am going to TRY to imitate that build. Thank you Jay.

  • @andaryal256
    @andaryal256 Рік тому

    nice build. i have just finished build my custom soft tubing loop for the first time and love your build skunkworks

  • @reece2080
    @reece2080 Рік тому

    amazing build! happy to see skunkworks built again

  • @FaddyMatty
    @FaddyMatty Рік тому

    This build is awesome looking. I am glad you went back to this case for your personal system, not that the other one was bad looking but this is just your style. Everytime I watch you do a custom water loop it makes me want to try it in my personal rig.

  • @DerekFletcher1
    @DerekFletcher1 Рік тому

    PHIL! the montage and sound track are unparalleled! I've watched it a few times just for the vibes

  • @roberthelcher2884
    @roberthelcher2884 Рік тому

    Beautiful build. I am sorry I appreciate seeing your struggles. It's nice to see l am not the only one.

  • @subaruracer919
    @subaruracer919 Рік тому

    i see all the 6 builds now but the last 1 is a mad house so much going on in this build

  • @RoninMrtyr
    @RoninMrtyr Рік тому

    Looks good Jay and congrats on finishing the build!

  • @jiboo6850
    @jiboo6850 Рік тому +2

    god damn Phil !! that montage was sick AF bro !!

  • @AlexFoxRO
    @AlexFoxRO Рік тому

    Awesome Jay! looks awesome. GG to Phil for the edits!

  • @TYahn91942
    @TYahn91942 11 місяців тому

    That was AWESOME to watch these videos on this build. I wish I had the confidence to do something like this one any one of my builds. I just use the Ryujin II and Ryujin III, with the 3.5" Screens per my wifes choice.

  • @martinmyung4710
    @martinmyung4710 Рік тому +1

    Turned out great! Really like how each loop has it own fresh air intakes.

  • @RogueOutlaw47
    @RogueOutlaw47 Рік тому

    It good to see skunkworks back and working on the channel

  • @DannysTechChannel
    @DannysTechChannel Рік тому

    Fantastic build as usual. Thanks for the sweet cinematic B-Roll too 😊 love this type of content from you guys.

  • @jaquestraw1
    @jaquestraw1 Рік тому

    The black and gun metal looks amazing!!

  • @Incubyss
    @Incubyss Рік тому

    gorgeous build Jay!! been following you since the beginning - best version of Skunkworks yet!! wicked proud of you!!!

  • @RavenskyAsh
    @RavenskyAsh Рік тому

    The camera work and image quality in this video was really well done! Skunkworks we are so happy to have you back and you look AMAZING! Thx guys!

  • @OmegaBlack999
    @OmegaBlack999 Рік тому

    This is my favorite iteration of Skunkworks so far!
    Thanks, Jay!
    Love you guys!

  • @AlphaMachina
    @AlphaMachina Рік тому

    That montage edit was nuts. The music you chose was sick.

  • @Cookieman603
    @Cookieman603 Рік тому

    That montage gave me chills!! I feel like a Tron inspired fight scene was about to break out!!

  • @HaloVortex
    @HaloVortex Рік тому +2

    I've been around since the original yellow and black Skunkworks from almost a decade ago, and this is by far the cleanest and nicest looking iteration of Skunkworks. I really dig the retro vaporwave aesthetics you went with.

  • @man987654321111
    @man987654321111 Рік тому

    That was the best montage I've seen so far, Thank you for the hard work!

  • @ericepperson8409
    @ericepperson8409 Рік тому

    Amazing job bringing back this now "vintage" case with up to date hardware. The vapor wave RGB looks really great. Phil did a phenomenal job with the music, shots, and editing. So hyped Skunkworks is back baby!

  • @AnticipatedHedgehog
    @AnticipatedHedgehog Рік тому +1

    Love this rendition of Skunkworks! Lightwing Fans came out better than I expected. Some might not like the long run "crossing" tube runs but I think it is unique and helps add to the balance of the build. Another pants tightening montage from Phill. Well done guys

  • @markkennedy4055
    @markkennedy4055 Рік тому

    For me, This is the best iteration of Skunkworks to date..... Well done!

  • @patriksmondrk4835
    @patriksmondrk4835 Рік тому

    Amazing build, the tubing and double reservoirs look really clean and utilize the space necelý. The black interior gave it a very modern look 👍 And the fluid is a finishing touch to perfection.

  • @R1Armadill0
    @R1Armadill0 Рік тому

    "It's a BEAUT Clark, a BEAUT!" Love it man! Great job! As I stare at my own newly created hardline water build with UV fluid! Really enjoyed this versions build!

  • @crispyjello7564
    @crispyjello7564 Рік тому

    This is my dream system materialized. Fantastic work on the system and video guys!

  • @mrthesquid
    @mrthesquid Рік тому

    Nice to see the SMA8 back in service. Crazy to see how far the iterations have gone from 3 way SLI down to just one GPU. Still a fantastic looking build.

  • @Muzick
    @Muzick Рік тому

    The beauty of this build is only matched by the montage.

  • @ragingphoenix82
    @ragingphoenix82 Рік тому

    Looks amazing, love the gunmetal with black, and the nebula look, cant wait to get the courage to watercool my own build

  • @davekent9019
    @davekent9019 Рік тому +1

    Look fantastic great job team

  • @stimothy9396
    @stimothy9396 Рік тому

    Phil is still king of montages! Jay still the king of watercooling! 17 a-rgb headers and he still has his sanity

  • @humorous-departure
    @humorous-departure Рік тому

    Best build montages in the business! Phil is awesome.

  • @mammothkiwi
    @mammothkiwi Рік тому

    Awesome build Jay, I think the routing of the tubing, fittings turned out really well. The build definitely lives up to the skunkworks legend ❤

  • @DerekFletcher1
    @DerekFletcher1 Рік тому

    These are my favourite vidjos on the internet. Would be sick to hear from Phil more too! Appreciate you gents

  • @AlfredStoppels
    @AlfredStoppels Рік тому

    WOW !!!!! not much more to say 🙂 The Style, The Looks, The Hardware ... all great.
    Incredible build, loved watching the process to come to this Beauty. Extremely Nice Jay

  • @georgewhite5794
    @georgewhite5794 Рік тому

    that looks absolutely amazing. love this build might be my favourite in a long while

  • @shanechase8979
    @shanechase8979 Рік тому

    It's been a long time since we've seen skunk works glad to see it get a face lift and back on the channel.

  • @GhostsGraphics
    @GhostsGraphics Рік тому

    Always love to see skunkworks back! It's what got me addicted to water cooling!

  • @TheAngelOfDeath01
    @TheAngelOfDeath01 Рік тому

    I cannot even begin to express how delighted I am to see Skunkworks alive and breathing once again. That lady has been a fixture in your life for 9 years -- 10 years next summer. Actually, come to think of it, wasn't it in the fall of 2013 that you started to build Redmist? I think it was, because that was the first build you did in caselabs case.

  • @nautygoesdeep
    @nautygoesdeep Рік тому

    Nothing better than a Jay build video, looks incredible!

  • @johnmcdonald8943
    @johnmcdonald8943 Рік тому

    I love my caselabs as well, still using it since 2012. M8 Magnum.

  • @GdnMaW
    @GdnMaW Рік тому

    Skunkworks has never looked so good! The SMA8 is iconic and you nailed this build!

  • @Dan-Simms
    @Dan-Simms Рік тому

    Hard to top the last couple Skunkworks nut you've done it, what a beauty!

  • @vincentsmith9180
    @vincentsmith9180 Рік тому

    Very nice theme with those be quiet! high speed fans! Perfect coolant colour looks awesome in the satin tubing!! Really like the dual pumps/reservoirs filling the "empty" area in the case, but at the same time they're not dominant; they blend in nicely in the look of the build!👌🏻

  • @hegga_nm
    @hegga_nm Рік тому

    I am really glad you did this Jay, Skunkworks was always an important piece of your channel and I was really sad to see her get retired. Some might say that this is not the sexiest case these days but I got fond of it since the early days of the channel and I am really happy to see Skunkworks looking amazing once again! :)

  • @calebsalyards8076
    @calebsalyards8076 Рік тому +1

    That montage is screensaver worthy. Great job!

  • @fanaticdavid
    @fanaticdavid Рік тому

    What a great build! A beautiful homage to one of the building blocks of your channel. Awesome job, Jay! And Phil, you knocked it out of the park with your montage, as always.

  • @lAziasl
    @lAziasl Рік тому

    Finally BIG boy working again!!! I love this case and all jay builds in it😊

  • @yam1desu
    @yam1desu Рік тому

    This is so epic! Thank you for sharing this journey and the final product.