First time build. Suggestions, advice?

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this will be my first time building a pc, so im entirely lost as too which components will work with what

this computer will be for gaming. my budget is $2500 and id like to keep everything from newegg, rather than have to buy from a number of different places
i use a 32 inch tv, but its res cant go over 1360x768, which i heard gtx260s in sli wont show too much improvement, but id like for this computer to take any game i throw at it and play it maxed out with ease, i do plan on doing some overclocking once i have the computer stable
and im looking for just a computer build, i dont need any speakers keyboard or mouse

any suggestions would be great help, i have a few lists made up, but id like to get some recommendations from people who have more experience with this than i do

and again any help is appreciated

[shadowpr]

MB: Asus P5Q
CPU: E8500
Ram: G. Skill 2x2gb ddr2-1000
HD: Seagate 7200.11 1tb sata
DVD: Lite-on dvd burner sata retail
Video: EVGA 280
PSU: Corsair 750
Case: Your choice
OS: Vista Home Premium 64

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i was also thinking water cooling, so i can reach a higher OC any recommended watercooling kits would be great too, i looked at some on newegg read a few reviews but its still a toss up in my eyes

[shadowpr]

I don't use water cooling. Don't really think it's worth it. People have oc'd intel dual cores pretty high on air cooling. Plus water and electronics don't mix.

I would just get a really good heatsink. http://www.thermalright.com/new_a_pa...50aHVzaWFzdA==

[Shadeaces]

I agree with shadowpr.

Typically the price paid for water cooling components could be better spent in purchasing better hardware.

A good air cool heatsink would provide plenty of overclocking. There are even some air coolers that can compete with water cooled counterparts.

The IFX-14 by thermaltake is regarded as one of the best air coolers on the market now. Just dont forget to buy a fan with it.