Sticky Sockets

Katz

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Is anyone else having the same problem as me with most of the little twist-out sockets for the 555 bulbs sticking in the board? I tried turning the right way, and then the other way, just in case, but they don't move! Is there something to do to loosen up the sockets without breaking or ruining the circut board?
 
If the sockets are not seated correctly the first time, the PCB will tear off a little of the black plastic and that piece will wedge the socket in place, making it really difficult to get out. I use a pair of slip-joint pliers to get the stubborn sockets out, and then clean up the sockets with an x-acto knife. They will work much better after that.
 
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