Pin pushers

[Steve Knickerbocker 512-356-3000 X6759]

          Hello all,
          
          I've been lurking for the most part with little to say.  However, 
          you all have finally broached a subject I can comment on.  If you 
          need a tool to release the pins on a used weatherpak connector they 
          are as close as any decent electronics parts store, maybe even 
          Radio Shack.  We, in the trade, call them pin pushers.  What the 
          official name is I haven't a clue.  Basically they are a cylinder 
          that fits over the pin and releases the catch a rod then slides 
          thru the cylinder to push the pin out.  I have dozens lying around 
          at work.  If you buy new pins they generally come with a pin 
          installer and pusher.  Take the connector with you so you can get 
          the right size.
          
          Steve M Knickerbocker