How much AS5 is correct?

[nyker96]

I recently got a TUniq 120, and after installation it didn't improve on the number from AF7 pro which is impossible. Then after reading, I find some people saying not to use too much AS5. So much how is the correct amount? I just want to make sure this before I rip apart my rig for reinstalling the Tuniq (which is a tough fit on my rig).

 

[Rike]

It doesn't take much.

Offical AS5 instructions

 

[VinDSL]

As little as possible! You should be able to read the lettering on your CPU through it.

Also, just apply the grease to the processor, not the Tuniq.

The surface on your Tuniq is probably a lot bigger than your CPU, and there's no reason to have grease globbed on it, not touching anything, you know?

EDIT: BTW, I haven't done any A/B testing, but AC MX-1 seems to work a LOT better than AS5...