Hi ROn, Pliers are the wrong tool. I would use a miniature straight damper wire bender type tool, easy to make with a hack saw and a 3/16" diameter piece of metal. Of course flange bushing felt and center pins work best, they do have have for centuries (why do they have to screw with success?) but I would want an easy, quick, painless and timeless solution. Best of luck with whatever way you go. This is good sitting in front of idiot box work. Newton
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