Powerlink rails - a bit too flimsy

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2016/11/18 19:42:00 (permalink)
While I suppose I can't complain about getting a free Powerlink... I'm disappointed.  Since I have a Founder's 1080, I used the included hex key to remove the extra 8 pin connector and reinserted the screws.  I didn't tighten them down very hard, but when I went to look it over before installation, the inner rails had visibly bowed in where the screws went in.
 


I'm not sure if the proper fix is a thicker rail, a stamping to add some stiffness, or just a plastic insert to replace the pin plug.

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    Re: Powerlink rails - a bit too flimsy 2016/11/18 19:53:48 (permalink)
    Their is a Brace in the end and they can never touch each other.
    They look and work fine for me.
    Anything can be over-tightened.
    post edited by bcavnaugh - 2016/11/18 19:59:27

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