Personal Rig Update 2012 Part 8 - Some More Sleeving Updates & Configuration Changes Linus Tech Tips
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Another update to the personal rig. Actually this is more of an explanation as to why there have been no updates for the past couple of months.
The video provides a personal rig update focusing on hardware progress and the practical delays that have slowed what Linus hoped would be a more active build sequence. He explains that the top pieces of the copperhead spreaders were sent to a plating shop but cannot be plated because they are not brass; they are colored aluminum, which creates a setback for the project. He also describes issues with rust on some metal components after improper drying, which necessitates additional cleaning and solvent rinsing before painting. A substantial portion of the video is dedicated to test fitting and wiring planning, with emphasis on completing the system assembly and sleeving before any paint work can proceed. Linus shares his motherboard choice, explaining the coil whine considerations and aesthetics between options, ultimately favoring the X79 UD5 for its balance, while noting drawbacks with other boards. The segment also covers practical sleeving progress on the power supply, detailing the two wires per sleeve approach and how it will appear visually, even as some parts will remain stock to save time. Interspersed with technical updates, Linus introduces a personal note by showing his baby, sharing how family life is affecting production schedules, and signaling that more rig updates will come when time allows. The energy shifts from hardware troubleshooting to personal moments, underscoring the channel’s blend of technical content and candid behind-the-scenes glimpses, and ending with a quick reminder to subscribe for future updates. The overall takeaway is that the project is temporarily paused on the big build, but concrete steps are underway to finalize the setup, manage aesthetics, and prepare for painting after all fittings are completed. Finally, Linus reframes the delay as a necessary detour, promising more detailed progress once priorities settle, and closes with a lighthearted family moment that reinforces the channel’s personal connection with viewers.
Topics · technology · hardware · lifestyle · maker-diy
Questions answered
- What caused the delays in progressing the personal rig update, and how does Linus plan to move forward?
- Delays stem from the copperhead spreaders not being brass and thus unable to be plated, since they are colored aluminum. Rust and white residue from plating also required additional cleaning and solvent rinsing. Linus plans to finish fitting and wiring first, complete sleeving, and then proceed to painting once all cuts and assemblies are done.
- Why was a specific motherboard chosen for the build, and what are the trade-offs mentioned?
- Linus selected the X79 UD5 because it offers the best balance of coil whine and aesthetics for the build. He notes that other options like the Asus board either exhibit coil whine or do not match the color scheme, and every board has its quirks.
- What sleeving approach is used for visible cables, and what parts are left unsleeved?
- The visible cables use a two wires per sleeve approach, creating semi-individual sleeving for a sharp look. Cables that won’t be visible are left stock and unsleeved to save time.