I'm going to be waist-deep in keyboards

[KC9UDX]

In one of my Pinebooks Pro, the battery puffed up and caused the bottom cover to push away and break the plastic where the screws attach to the palm case.  Or at least that's what I think caused the plastic to break.

So a month or two ago, I replaced the palm case.  Today I found out this one is broken already.  The hinges don't seem tighter than any of the other PBPs I have.
But I guess I'll loosen the hinges and replace the palm case again.

[Ronandez]

Sounds like the hinge tension or battery swelling might be stressing that area again. Maybe try slightly loosening both hinges before reinstalling, and double-check the new battery to ensure it’s not expanding under charge.