Quote Originally Posted by nzone View Post
Install without backplate is fine, but you need to be careful...over tighten the board will bend. I have tried Xigmatek backplate, even though it says M4 screw, it's not compatible with Alphacool's M4 screw. It must have been a mistaken labeling on Xigmatek part. I've just placed an order for Watercool Heatkiller 1366 backplate (stated M4 screw), and I hope it is compatible with Alphacool mounting screws. Crossing fingers.

Alphacool CPU blocks are nice, but the instruction is mediocre at best. For example, I have the optional CoolCover and the instruction said to tighten knob until...hmmm...to look like Bundy's illustration photo a few posts back. However, for doing so as per instruction, the board will bend like a solar eclipse (crescent). The problem is the spring is too long and the cover tube is too short. Oh well...I hope the Heatkiller's backplate solve this issue.

Thanks for the heads up and please keep us posted on the Heatkiller backplate.

Chad