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Removing Pins from VEX IQ Beams and Plates

Removing Pins from VEX IQ Beams and Plates

A hand presses a beam against a connector pin in a plate assembly to remove it to aid in assembly adjustments.
Removing a pin from a plate assembly using a beam

How to Easily Remove Pins from Beams and Plates

You can quickly remove connector pins from beams or plates by pressing a beam against the back of the pin, which partially pushes the pin out, so you can remove it with your fingers. You can use this technique to more easily remove pins from individual plates and beams, or from built structures.