2005, feels like a lifetime ago.
Still have my gear but been out of the game since the last MorningAfter Event so thats like 9 years now.
While it wasn't the sole reason, the VCRA put a massive dampner on things and i feel thats had a chilling effect for new players too.
RX480 is a beast and if looking to the future is something to look at but i have seen deals on 970's / 980s that where very tempting. I did a small side grade when i move from my 3GB R9 280X to my 4GB R9 380X, this should see me into next year when pricing for the RX 480 etc should settle down.
You got the Dell U2410 ? (if so same one i have) I've looked at the bigger screens but tbh i am happy with the 24" i really carn't see the point in going over this unless you use the rig for other things apart from games.
To get more greengas / propane into the tanks, stick the tank in the fridge / freezer for 10/15 mins at most then try filling them (not sure what the overpressure resistance is like in these tanks so no idea if this is safe with them)