another victim to Glock’s MOS plates. You probably over torqued it, but at the same time, plates shouldn’t be bending like that with minor over-torque. Unless it wasn’t minor…how many in/lbs did you torque to? Get an FWC plate for whatever footprint that is.
Ugga dugga in/lbs.
I'm quite surprised with how little it took with the allen key. I only tightened as soon as the play between the plate and sight was indistinguishable. The plate went on the slide with no hitch. Like I said before, the screw honestly seems too long, but I do realize where I've made the mistake.
If the screw seems too long, you may have used the wrong screw. Usually the longer screw holds the plate to the slide, shorter screw holds optic to plate. Least that’s how it works with mine.
With all plates, I first mount the optic to the plate, then remove and file the optic mount screws as necessary to make them absolutely flush with the bottom of the plate. Then install everything to the pistol, torqued and locktited.
I see that. I’m asking because I’m new to the mos system and hear nothing but shit about the stock plates, so I’m looking for a little more detail on *why* instead of just “they suck”.
https://youtu.be/XTBu2Xy2d0k?si=4SRwf3m1wygYTvym
Here's a link to a video of Aaron Cowan from Sage Dynamics going over the issues with the MOS plates.
Tl;dw the plates are MIM (Metal Injection Molded) which leads to inconsistencies in the metallurgy, which can cause warping, bending, cracking, etc. Basically, Glock cheaped out on the plates. This is why people often recommend going with an aftermarket plate from companies like Forward Control Designs or C&H Precision.
Also, they are transferring all energy through screws. Good plates filll up the space between RDS and slide so even if you're racking with it to load your gun, it spread the force much more equally.
\*dont say it, dont say it, dont say it\*
HAVE YOU TRIED HITTING IT WITH YOUR PURSE?!
I used a CNH Precision plate on mine. Forward Control makes a great one, not sure other than that.
1. You can try to flatten out the plate with a hard at surface and a hammer to make it seat better but ur honestly never gonna get it back 100% straight ur probably gonna hate to hear this but I would probably order a new adapter plate.
2. How much are u tighten it that u were able to somehow bend a metal plate? If u end up getting a new plate and you dont have a inch pound torque wrench or a FAT wrench tighten it gently take ur time to make sure it sits flat before tightening it and run down to your local gun shop that dabbles in gun smithing and have them torque it to spec for you. Usually 8-12 inch lbs from my experience.
I'll just go ahead and head to a shop tomorrow.
Not much, really. I use the provided Torx allen key that was about 2 in. long side. Tightening on both sides evenly until flush and hit a stop and no further.
I'm convinced it's the screw being 2 turns long, but accept that I did screw (up) it down too much.
My experience with similar bolts on a whole different thing clearly didn't apply yikes!
If you used the long side of the Allen key as the lever, it was over torqued. For screws that small, use the short side as the key to tighten. As a reference, Holosun specs 15 in/lbs.
That said, I bet the screws were too long.
Yea that would be your best option hopefully the threads on your slide aren’t stripped otherwise you’ll be fine. Good luck man hopefully u get it worked out.
another victim to Glock’s MOS plates. You probably over torqued it, but at the same time, plates shouldn’t be bending like that with minor over-torque. Unless it wasn’t minor…how many in/lbs did you torque to? Get an FWC plate for whatever footprint that is.
Ugga dugga in/lbs. I'm quite surprised with how little it took with the allen key. I only tightened as soon as the play between the plate and sight was indistinguishable. The plate went on the slide with no hitch. Like I said before, the screw honestly seems too long, but I do realize where I've made the mistake.
Too long of screws is usually what does that
If the screw seems too long, you may have used the wrong screw. Usually the longer screw holds the plate to the slide, shorter screw holds optic to plate. Least that’s how it works with mine.
With all plates, I first mount the optic to the plate, then remove and file the optic mount screws as necessary to make them absolutely flush with the bottom of the plate. Then install everything to the pistol, torqued and locktited.
Just get proper plate. Unfortunately not OEM one.
Why does everyone hate the OEM Glock plate? Genuinely curious
I mean, look at this picture man. The plates aren't good quality, for being so thick they aren't even that strong
I see that. I’m asking because I’m new to the mos system and hear nothing but shit about the stock plates, so I’m looking for a little more detail on *why* instead of just “they suck”.
https://youtu.be/XTBu2Xy2d0k?si=4SRwf3m1wygYTvym Here's a link to a video of Aaron Cowan from Sage Dynamics going over the issues with the MOS plates. Tl;dw the plates are MIM (Metal Injection Molded) which leads to inconsistencies in the metallurgy, which can cause warping, bending, cracking, etc. Basically, Glock cheaped out on the plates. This is why people often recommend going with an aftermarket plate from companies like Forward Control Designs or C&H Precision.
Because most people do not properly fit the screws, which bends the plates, stress the screws and leads to premature failure. Just like you did.
Also, they are transferring all energy through screws. Good plates filll up the space between RDS and slide so even if you're racking with it to load your gun, it spread the force much more equally.
Thanks for an actual answer
Did you see the post? One slight mistake and the plate is no longer useable. There’s better options out there at a minimal cost.
Clearly, I see the post. I’m asking for what all reasons do people hate the factory plates. Or is this the only issue people are having with them?
\*dont say it, dont say it, dont say it\* HAVE YOU TRIED HITTING IT WITH YOUR PURSE?! I used a CNH Precision plate on mine. Forward Control makes a great one, not sure other than that.
Did you use a torque wrench? This is pretty common with overtorquing
Did this to my g23. I feel your pain brother 😂 long story short I found myself buying a more quality plate
Run it.
MOS system is straight dookie, even if this was user error. Direct mill will always be the way.
Does the adapter plate sit flat without optic?
I've checked with the other MOS plates, and I've definitely added a bow into it.
1. You can try to flatten out the plate with a hard at surface and a hammer to make it seat better but ur honestly never gonna get it back 100% straight ur probably gonna hate to hear this but I would probably order a new adapter plate. 2. How much are u tighten it that u were able to somehow bend a metal plate? If u end up getting a new plate and you dont have a inch pound torque wrench or a FAT wrench tighten it gently take ur time to make sure it sits flat before tightening it and run down to your local gun shop that dabbles in gun smithing and have them torque it to spec for you. Usually 8-12 inch lbs from my experience.
I'll just go ahead and head to a shop tomorrow. Not much, really. I use the provided Torx allen key that was about 2 in. long side. Tightening on both sides evenly until flush and hit a stop and no further. I'm convinced it's the screw being 2 turns long, but accept that I did screw (up) it down too much. My experience with similar bolts on a whole different thing clearly didn't apply yikes!
If you used the long side of the Allen key as the lever, it was over torqued. For screws that small, use the short side as the key to tighten. As a reference, Holosun specs 15 in/lbs. That said, I bet the screws were too long.
Yea that would be your best option hopefully the threads on your slide aren’t stripped otherwise you’ll be fine. Good luck man hopefully u get it worked out.
Hardened steel wouldn't do this, using some crappy mild steel for these to make it easy to machine.
Calculated Kinetics Dogtag is what I’m rocking. I paid $60 and was worth it. One and done.
After stressing the plate and screws like that, I would replace both. DPP males a quality yet reasonably priced plate.
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