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    I don't even know how much my little tank holds. maybe .5 to .75 gal. I got it for free so I can't complain. I would think that its size isn't too important though.
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    Quote Originally Posted by welderdude View Post
    I don't even know how much my little tank holds. maybe .5 to .75 gal. I got it for free so I can't complain. I would think that its size isn't too important though.
    If you are using the reservoir itself to dissipate the heat like Rambozo's friend then size would definitely matter. With a radiator/fan setup, not so much.
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    Quote Originally Posted by welderdude View Post
    I don't even know how much my little tank holds. maybe .5 to .75 gal. I got it for free so I can't complain. I would think that its size isn't too important though.
    If cheap is what you want, a couple of milk jugs drilled and tapped would work for that matter.

    The size of the tank is farily important as it does provide additional cooling. Our 300+ amp water coolers use a 2 gallon reservoir.

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