T5 Parts Replacement Question

[32Bit_Fish]

Hi Guys,

I have a T5 Lighting and the clip that holds the bulb broke. Please see attached pics of both sides of the reflector, it shows the front and back side of the broken clip as well as the screw/pin that tighten the clip on the reflector. They are non threaded pin or bolt and the type that use a machine to punch them in.

How can I remove them? So I can put new clip on it? Please advise. Thanks.

 

[liverock]

i would use a dril to drill out post and be very carfull

 

[lnevo]

Those look live rivets. You could use a Dremel? Or a Screwdriver and pry them off?

 

[lnevo]

i would use a dril to drill out post and be very carfull

Thats a better way.

 

[32Bit_Fish]

Thanks guys. This is a brand new lighting I ordered from Catalina. I guess I would better wait to hear from the seller before doing anything. I'm not a DIY type of person and I don't risk further damaging the light. I do not have a powerful driller to do this job.

I posted the question here just to see if there is an easy way to do this. I guess not.

Thanks again, guys.

 

[KathyC]

You could always just drill a new hole next to the broken one and install a replacement clip with a tiny screw & nut.
I'm sure a reefer local to you would gladly drill the new hole for you

 

[32Bit_Fish]

Thanks for all replies. My 20 yrs old drill worked.