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Old Feb 28, 2015 | 05:35 PM
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Are they all the same? Want to get one in preparation of my bar swap, and I want to be sure I get the right one. If anyone knows a particular source, it would be appreciated as well.

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I use a long T shaped pin. No need to buy a tool.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2015 | 08:26 PM
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Molex makes many different pins so don't just by any molex tool. Digi-Key has most tools but you'll need to identify the correct pin and don't forget to reshape the ears when you re install or it won't hold properly.
 
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Originally Posted by JIMFXDC2013
Molex makes many different pins so don't just by any molex tool. Digi-Key has most tools but you'll need to identify the correct pin and don't forget to reshape the ears when you re install or it won't hold properly.


Yep, exactly why I asked. Was hoping someone here knew the specifics.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2015 | 09:49 PM
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Old Feb 28, 2015 | 10:20 PM
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I use a 2" safety pin, you know the kind your mom would do up your diapers with? It's the technique to getting them out that's hard to explain.

A paper clip should work fine. I sure as heck would not go buying special tools for that.
 
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this is what i used

http://www.techni-tool.com/758IE7300

this is a good video too, not directly related to the exact connectors but informative once the guy stops rambling
 
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I use a hunk of coax TV cable, and strip it so about an inch of copper wire is bare...... Works like a charm, like a tiny screwdriver, and the cable sheath up top acts as a handle.
 
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I use a hunk of coax TV cable, and strip it so about an inch of copper wire is bare...... Works like a charm, like a tiny screwdriver, and the cable sheath up top acts as a handle.
That is a great idea! I am going to have to make one too.
 
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