MVSX: How to get restrictor gate off?

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Does anyone have any tips for getting the restrictor gates off the stock MVSX joysticks?
I opened mine up for the first time tonight and couldn't get the stock circle gates off (I want to swap in octagonal gates). I was worried I would break it, or pull out one of the wires.
I would replace the joystick, but the wires are soldiered on. I've never seen that before.

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