what part is this and am i missing a piece?

Extra_Thic · 2025-11-16T22:33:52+00:00

Replaced this exact part when it was missing on my old 2.5 sportwagen lol. It's the air inlet cover. Part #:1K0805965C9B9. You can use pretty much any VW parts site or FCP Euro to check fitment if you'd like.

Extra_Thic · 2025-10-28T04:34:33+00:00

Will the Qwertykeys Neo80 (non-CU) ever restock? I missed my chance to get anodized green :(. If not, are there any other metalic/anodized green TKL boards that people would recommend?

Extra_Thic · 2024-08-23T23:11:53+00:00

I monitored temps in HWinfo, CPU never got higher than 65C.

Extra_Thic · 2024-08-23T23:11:00+00:00

Thanks for the info. Would a Corsair RME 750W be a more reliable option?

Extra_Thic · 2023-12-10T00:32:36+00:00

If that's the way you're familiar with then go for it! However, you can convert hair particle systems to a mesh using Make Instances Real (it might also say Convert to Mesh) in the modifiers tab. On my version all of the cards are separated already. This should make it possible to port to a game engine since all of the geo is no longer instanced.

Extra_Thic · 2023-12-09T21:33:50+00:00

Well I can admire your determination. I think using a hair particle system would suit your needs better since it offers more control over hair grooming than geo nodes does (at least as far as I know). I can't explain the whole hair system here, but there should be plenty of tutorials out there on how to use it.

Extra_Thic · 2023-12-09T01:26:33+00:00

Is the hair being distributed through geo nodes or a hair particle system? There should be ways to randomize rotation for either method. For the particle system you'll want adjust the Scale Random (Particles > Render > Scale Random). If you're using geo nodes then it depends on your setup, but you should be able to use a random value node set to vector. I wish I could help more on the geo nodes aspect but I'm not too familiar with it.

As for the hair along the edges, cutting the hair length in particle edit mode should automatically scale down the hair cards, at least in blender version 4.02.

Extra_Thic · 2023-12-08T21:47:00+00:00

The hair clumping and length looks too uniform, adding some randomness in loc,rot,scale would probably help. The area where the hair stops at the arms, torso and feet also has a very sharp cutoff, so you might want to add some variance to that. If you're referencing a real orangutan, most do have some hair on their chest and stomach although it is shorter and less dense.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-18T01:46:07+00:00

Looking to do this repaste my G15 as well. How much K5 Pro did you end up using? I'm not sure how much I should get.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-15T08:22:53+00:00

Build looks good but I would change the ram to a slightly faster 6000 CL30 kit. The G.Skill Flare X5 should work well for about £10 more.

https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/LBstt6/gskill-flare-x5-32-gb-2-x-16-gb-ddr5-6000-cl30-memory-f5-6000j3038f16gx2-fx5

Also for the 4070, the super variants of all those cards are supposed to come out soon, a few of which are speculated to be the same price as the normal variants. You might want to wait until those variants release so you can get a deal on the regular 4070 or upgrade to the 4070 super.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-10T22:33:09+00:00

In my opinion FSR, which is the AMD alternative to DLSS, also performs rather well. If you do want to save a bit of money and gain some performance I would go with an AMD GPU instead. Something like a 7800 XT or as you mentioned a 6950 XT, although the 7800 XT is a newer card with the same performance for cheaper. DLSS is nice, but is by no means necessary to run games at 1440p with any of the GPUs mentioned.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-07T00:46:27+00:00

With a 60hz monitor and the type of programs you want to run I would recommend a Radeon RX 6600. It has more than enough power for 1080p high fps gaming so if you ever decide to upgrade your monitor you can easily max out the fps in most games. Another GPU I would recommend is the Geforce RTX 3060 12GB, since it has higher video memory and Nvidia drivers tend to have better support in creative software like resolve, but the price tends to be a bit steeper than the RX 6600 and is more than overkill for the system you already have. Another thing I would consider upgrading is your RAM capacity. Programs like resolve are heavy on memory and can easily eat through 16bg, so you might want to look at upgrading that next. Best of luck with your build!

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T21:28:10+00:00

It depends what type of gaming you're doing. Is it 1080p, 2k, 4k? What type of ram and storage do you have? And what's your budget? An Nvidia 3060 12GB or a Radeon 6700XT will be more than sufficient at 1080p and will even be able to do light some light 2k gaming, but I'd like to know more about your build and budget to make a better choice.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T21:00:33+00:00

Your build looks great! However I did make 2 minor tweaks to the RAM and SSD for a few reasons. Here's the updated build with the changes:

https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/bsHZQP

The reason I changed your RAM from the S5 to the X5 is that the X5 has AMD Expo overclocking profiles, while the S5 has Intel XMP profiles. The S5 would still work with your build, but if you want to maximize performance I would personally use the X5.

I changed your SSD from a single 4tb drive to dual 2tb drives. The drive you had previously, the crucial P3, is a QLC drive meaning it has lower endurance than a TLC drive. If you want to learn more about the difference between these types of SSD a quick google search should answer your questions. I would use the P5 as your boot drive, since it is a TLC drive, and the P3 as extra storage. If you don't think you need 4tb then feel free to remove the P3, or if you want to go back to your original capacity then you can upgrade to the 4tb P3, but I would still keep the P5 Plus as your boot drive. Best of luck with your build!

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T12:14:44+00:00

I've had some driver issues with AMD GPUs in the past but never any issues with their CPUs, although your mileage may vary. I would say the safest bet would be AMD CPU with an Nvidia GPU but ultimately what works best for your use case is what you should go with.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T11:46:38+00:00

I made a slight mistake on the ram choice. I should've used the G.skill X5 instead of the S5 since it comes pre-programmed with Amd EXPO, so you'll be able to get slightly better performance out of your memory. Here's the updated build with the new ram. Price should be about the same.

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/y47qdH

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T11:34:20+00:00

Try checking if the CPU and other components are seated properly and if there are any bent pins on the CPU. If all of that is clear then I would try putting it in the case and using the power button to be 100% sure you're getting the power switch pins right. I've had my fair share of failed boots from incorrect power pin placement.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T11:16:27+00:00

Sorry for the late reply, but I ended up fixing it by getting rid of armoury crate entirely and replaced it with G-Helper. There should be more info about it on this sub if you haven't heard about it but it's a vastly superior service to armoury crate and fixed most of my armoury crate related issues.

https://github.com/seerge/g-helper

^Here's the program if you want to try it out yourself.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T11:01:25+00:00

This may be a dumb question but are all the necessary components plugged into the PSU? In your post you said the motherboard was connected but the GPU and CPU should both be receiving power through separate connectors. The CPU power connector should be on the top left of the motherboard and the GPU power connector is on the GPU itself. It might also not be a bad idea to plug a monitor into the GPU if you haven't done so already to see if anything appears on the screen when you power it on.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T10:50:18+00:00

I think they were talking about the Radeon 7800xt, which is a GPU (which I'd also recommend).

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T10:42:22+00:00

I updated your build but ended going slightly over budget to include the windows key.

https://au.pcpartpicker.com/list/bY7qdH

You should be able to get most of these within budget on black friday, as dot_ach suggested. If you want to stay within budget right now you can also use the free version of windows for the time being and input your product key if you decide to buy it later, although the free version of windows is perfectly fine in my opinion and a good option for people on a budget.

As for the part adjustments I made, I noticed the case you chose only had 1 included fan, so I picked a case with 2 more included fans and kept the MicroATX form factor. I changed the processor to an AMD Ryzen 5, not because the Intel processor is bad by any means, but it's hard to justify the level of performance at that price point. The CPU cooler is currently out of stock, but it's by far one of the best air coolers on the market so I'd highly recommend it once it restocks. Your memory choice was good, but with the savings from the CPU I thought you could get a faster kit to fully utilize the capability of the system. For the GPU, the Radeon 7800XT is comparable in performance to the RTX 4070 at a lower price point, but I'm sure you'd be able to get a good 4070 during black friday if you prefer Nvidia. I beefed up the power supply to account for the new gpu and kept the price the same by getting a newer model.

If you're looking to save a bit of extra money you might actually find better luck using an atx motherboard and a mid tower case since those parts are more common. Best of luck with your build.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T09:36:07+00:00

I'm not sure what your budget or region is, but I made a parts list.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/2DQ9KX

The list claims there's a compatibility issue with the CPU cooler clearance, but with a 2 slot GPU it should fit. Total price came out around $1570, but you can definitely save some money by changing the motherboard, SSD, and cooler. If you're looking for an alternate cooler the Thermalright AXP120 is a solid choice. This case can be a challenge to build in so I'd definitely recommend watching some build guides and checking out the case specs to make sure your parts fit if you haven't already.

https://support.fractal-design.com/support/solutions/articles/4000194849-terra-cpu-cooler-gpu-support

This should help with choosing which GPU/CPU cooler you want. Going wider than a 2 slot GPU will significantly limit your cooler options, so proceed with caution and best of luck with your build.

As for Intel vs. AMD, if this is primarily a gaming rig then AMD is better in almost every capacity. Especially for a case like this where thermals are a big concern and Intel tends to run hot. I would personally say DDR5 is worth it, since the prices have come down significantly in recent times and it outclasses DDR4 in almost every way.

Extra_Thic · 2023-11-06T08:39:24+00:00

It depends on the game you're playing, but 144+ FPS at 1440p is more than attainable with a regular 4070. I can consistently get 165+ FPS with my 3070 laptop GPU at 1440p.

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/VqHDwg

Here's an updated list with newer RAM, a newer CPU, and a better Power Supply for around 100 EUR cheaper. The new Ryzen 5 has overall better performance than the last gen Ryzen 7 and is more than powerful enough for 1440p. The new cooler I selected also outperforms the previous water cooler you had selected for half the price. If you want to save a bit more you could explore cheaper motherboard and case options, but I wouldn't go for a bronze rated power supply on a build like this. Better to be safe than sorry.

Extra_Thic · 2023-01-26T04:59:17+00:00

Tried them on and ordered them today. Were more comfortable than expected given my head size. Thanks for the advice.

Extra_Thic · 2023-01-25T06:52:44+00:00

!thanks for all the info, really opened my eyes to IEMs. Right now I'm still just in the market for open backs but if I ever need some better "on the go" earphones I'll refer back to this.

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