Drumtraks Repair - How To Get the Numeric Pad Switch Caps Off??

[Karma180]

Hi, I am trying to get the Drumtraks switch caps off from the numeric keypad switches. So far out of three attempts, I broke two of the "legs" on the "0" key and on the forward increment key; so I can't continue to pry. Does anyone have any tips? Should I just pry up the top cap buttom, then somehow that gets me better access to the bottom of the cap? Endgame is to remove/replace all 19 switches. I've safely removed the other 7 non-numeric keypad switch caps; they came off easy. But these numbered ones are really giving me grief! : )  Thanks, Karma
 

[natalie321]

Hi, I am trying to get the Drumtraks switch caps off from the numeric keypad Slope Game switches. So far out of three attempts, I broke two of the "legs" on the "0" key and on the forward increment key; so I can't continue to pry. Does anyone have any tips? Should I just pry up the top cap buttom, then somehow that gets me better access to the bottom of the cap? Endgame is to remove/replace all 19 switches. I've safely removed the other 7 non-numeric keypad switch caps; they came off easy. But these numbered ones are really giving me grief! : )  Thanks, Karma

I suggest using a plastic pry tool or keycap puller to gently lift the caps, applying even pressure to avoid breaking the legs. If the caps are stubborn, warming them slightly with a hairdryer can make the plastic more pliable.

[Giedapio]

Hi, I am trying to get the Drumtraks switch caps off from the snake game numeric keypad switches. So far out of three attempts, I broke two of the "legs" on the "0" key and on the forward increment key; so I can't continue to pry. Does anyone have any tips? Should I just pry up the top cap buttom, then somehow that gets me better access to the bottom of the cap? Endgame is to remove/replace all 19 switches. I've safely removed the other 7 non-numeric keypad switch caps; they came off easy. But these numbered ones are really giving me grief! : )  Thanks, Karma

Drumtraks numeric pad for a while now, and this guide was exactly what I needed. The step-by-step instructions were clear and concise, and the pictures were very helpful. I was able to remove the switch caps without any trouble. Thanks for sharing your expertise!