Mike T--Mike Tokar if that is you. The only reason it may have folded on you is because it was purposely designed as payback for not sharing or mailing a batch of the "bucket of love". Sorry I misread your comment as I was sitting on the throne. The MK 161 was designed primarily for firm to boiler plate surfaces where it reigns. You can take it in any condition but you should have the skills to make it work, even still it wont shine. Having the proper tool for the job is where it's at. You wouldnt use a flat head to tighten a phillips screw. It may work, but not the right tool for the job.
As we develop the MK 170, this board will be more versatile than its shorter sibling. It will be a crud buster, luxury carver, very user friendly, and slush king. Very magical and unlike anything you have may have ridden. Those that have experienced the original Madd 170 will know how magical it was. Any version or remake of the Madds after that were no comparison to the originals, not even close. Please be patient for the MK 170. The 1st 170 proto was just a dabble and a lot of work, redesign and testing will be in progress.
In regards to attaching plates. Forgggetttabout it.
Develop a relationship with the MK161. It will blow your mind, if the skills are there to push it. Attack, commit and be aggressive. Ride it and don't let it ride you.