How to Attach a Backplate and Wing

If you occasionally switch between doubles and singles, you can configure your backplate to attach to a single tank by adding two tank straps threaded through the tank strap slots of the backplate. Note that when a traditional metal backplate is off the tank, the wing will hang loose on on the straps. This is cosmetic and does not otherwise cause problems, but if you wish you can use two plastic assembly screws to hold the wing against the backplate. Omitting the STA also reduces weight.

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Components shown in this video, order of appearance:

[aliasincognito]

Eclectic safari music was the perfect choice for this

[rgorji]

Than you for the nice video. Is a STA needed for a Halcyon wing? Thank you.

[QuickQuips]

Nice. I used the page with instructions but a video is always better. Any suggestions getting tighter tank straps without using an STA?

[EloyJoseMierPerez]

Why assembly screws are not recomended? Can't understand the reason

[VibesandHorizons]

I just assembled mine, but it seems the bottom tank straps going through the backplate block the openings for the waist cam band, any thoughts?

[johnstoll]

great tutorial. Curious which tank straps are in the video? Building my bp/w now, but still need to buy tank straps? And are there any specific model tank straps which are more user-friendly or just plain superior to other models? Thanks!

[Beast-mobu]

Found this hard to follow. Too fast, music should be replaced with instructional narration, and would be helpful to show which side of buckles and straps go up or down without having to pause and rewind numerous times while squinting at the screen.