Push Pin Leg Broke.

Wiltzz

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Hi there, my push pins on my hyper tx3 cooler broke when trying to put it in the motherboard. There are basically of the two little "toes" at the bottom of the leg, one of them bent in a 90 degree angle. The rest of the three pins go in, and it is currently stable, as I am writing this question on the computer right now. Just because it isn't moving at the moment does not mean that I am not afraid. So ultimately should I buy a new one, or keep this one. Are there also any potential fixes? I also have the stock cooler, and I thought about swapping the pins, but I do not know how. Any response is appreciated, thank you!
 

Wiltzz

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Yes, I was thinking of something like this, but how do I get the broken leg off is the question? Thanks!
 

Wiltzz

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Thank you for your response! I am unfortunately having trouble understand how to remove the push pin, I know that I have to, I just don't know how. Thanks!