Hi there,
While trying to install the heatsink, I managed to "snap" two of those pesky hex screws trying to get the mosfet heatsink to sit flush with the PCB. I had to eventually repurpose some alternative screws in the kit without collars so they can sit flush. Because of snapped screws that I cannot extract and some screws refusing to sit flush anywhere on the card, I have opted to not install hex screws in the following spots circled red:
(Thanks to Gamers Nexus for the good PCB photo)
I figured out quickly that you cannot use a hex screw with a collar as it either results in too much wiggle room (mosfet heatsink) or sits too high up to mount the backplate evenly (copper memory heatsink). I don't think its a threading issue because they clearly went into the mosfet heatsink till they bottomed out and longer screws have no problem going in the entire distance. I strongly suspect there's a problem with the instructions (and therefore provided screws).
My question is whether or not this would have a significant problem. From what I understand, the spring loaded screws should keep the copper heatsink pressed hard on the memory modules and two screws on either end of the mosfet heatsink should be enough to ensure good contact. If there shouldn't be any problem and its just a case of EVGA re-purposing every hole on the founders edition card, then I can stop worrying. But if that is not the case, how would I procure replacement heatsinks/screws?
Thanks
Donk Donk
post edited by Donk Donk - 2017/08/23 07:40:50