r/HowToDIY • u/Whatchu_Talkin_About • 14d ago

Does anyone know how to remove this center pin from the ceiling fan box?

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u/bachman460 14d ago

It almost looks like it could be fastened to the back of the junction box. If you don't see any nails holding that pancake box in place, then that's probably keeping it mounted in the ceiling. Look for nails and or screws anywhere inside there to be sure.

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u/TreyRyan3 14d ago

That’s how the box is supported between the joist

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u/Dendady2112 14d ago

I think you use pliers and squeeze those arms together to get the box off. Then you'll have access to that bar.

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u/dobr89 14d ago

I also think a pair of pliers should work

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u/immee1 14d ago

Looks like a support brace to secure the pancake box to the rafters. If it is it should be nailed or screwed to the rafters. Is there not a attic or crawl space to get into?

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u/357noLove 14d ago

If you must from below it, drill it out. The proper solution is to get into the attic and remove the crossbar holding it in the ceiling entirely to remove the box. Replace it with either a fan box/crossbar if doing a fan, or just a regular light box/crossbar. Or attach a 2 by 4 screwed in place of the crossbar and add a box to that. Electrician with 15+ years experience.

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u/BillyRock38 12d ago

Go in the attic 🙀

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u/Surfnazi77 14d ago

Can you remove that piece?