23 / SECURE RADIATOR
Fittings inside the case may prevent you from mounting the radiator to
the panel before you install it back on the case. If that’s the case, you’ll
need to put the fans and grille in place first, then secure the radiator in
place from inside the case.26 / TAP IN M3 SCREW
The M3 screw will tap its way easily into the aluminium and hold fast
once it’s tightened all the way in. Remove the screw, check the threads
and replace it with a fresh screw if the threads are worn.24 / APPLY MASKING TAPE
Apply masking tape over each corner of the grille where you want the
screws to sit. Measure from the point and sides of each corner to replicate
the screw positions and mark them.27 / FINISH INSTALLING SCREWS
Now go ahead and install the rest of the screws, taking care not to
tighten them too much, otherwise the threads might strip if your panel
is made from soft aluminium.MODDING / HOW TO GUIDES
22 / INSTALL FANS
Place the fans underneath the grille and insert the mounting screws. If
your panel opening and chassis allow you to mount the radiator now,
do that next. If not, lift the fans and grille as one unit, and move them
over to the chassis.25 / DRILL FAN HOLES
Use a 3mm drill bit to drill the holes in the panel. This will give you enough
material for the M3 screw to bite, but the hole also won’t be too small to
prevent it tapping into the metal, which can happen with a 2.5mm drill bit.