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Since 26 Jun 2012
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Wed Aug 15, 18 8:47 am FCS II Reactor Fin Removal Help |
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Does anyone have a tip for removing FCS II fins from board? I have Slingshot Celeritas 2016 that I can't get the fins to pop off for travel. I've watched a few videos, but nothing seems to work and I'm afraid of damaging the board. _________________ CGKA Member |
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ldhr
Since 21 Jul 2009
1487 Posts
Hood River
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Wed Aug 15, 18 8:59 am |
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It takes a lot of force to remove the fins. You won't damage the board.
The trick is to pad the sharp edge of the fin with a rolled up towel - it's hard to generate enough force with your bare hand on the sharp edge of the fin - it hurts!
First - make sure that there's no screws in the screw holes. It's possible someone didn't understand the Type2 box doesn't need screws and put in screws anyway.
Second - Use a rolled up towel or rag to protect your hand as you will be slamming the back of the fin - this is the sharp edge of the fin.
Use your hand to bang or pull sharply up and towards the front of the board.
Don't try with your bare hand against the sharp edge. Use the towel.
It takes a sharp pull to free the fin.
A slow and steady pull will not get the job done.
If it's still stuck - try banging a rubber mallet or short length of 2x4 against the back of the fin via the towel. |
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Ho-Toe
Since 30 Apr 2014
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pissed-off science guy like Bill Nye
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Wed Aug 15, 18 10:36 am Whack! |
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+1 for the rubber mallet. It works every time. |
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Since 26 Jun 2012
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Wed Aug 15, 18 1:29 pm |
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Rubber mallet it is. Thanks for the feedback! _________________ CGKA Member |
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navi
Since 23 Aug 2014
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Sun Aug 26, 18 9:35 pm FCS II Reactor Fin Removal Help |
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Had great success with a little WD 40. |
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