Feedback on my new build

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CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Swiftech H220 55.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($128.76 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($121.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Z Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($78.30 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Extreme II 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Diamond Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card (Purchased For $235.00)
Case: Lian-Li PC-T60B ATX Test Bench Case ($79.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($84.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 Professional (OEM) (64-bit) (Purchased For $0.00)
Monitor: QNIX QX2710 Matte 60Hz 27.0" Monitor (Purchased For $269.00)
Total: $1467.98

I'm going to be using a modded test bench for a case. Also, I'll probably throw a waterblock on the R9 290 and attach it to the H220's loop. Any ideas for improvements?
 
Solution
Looks good.

H220 is a good closed loop, but a 290 will put out far too much heat for it.
You'll need a completely separate system, or build a custom water system and run both on a 360 rad.
May 18, 2014
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Yeah, I'm thinking about just getting a full loop centered around the new MCP50X pump Swiftech just released. Also, that would create more headroom for throwing in another 290, should I need it.