I think if it's currently configured with one switch across 2U it will be centred? So you'd have to at least desolder the switch and install the second one which would need the plate off. Time to buy a desoldering station?
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Totally, I would just prefer to desolder one switch rather than all of them :P
So, the issue is that if you desolder and remove the switch, then take a pair of fine wirecutters and... disassemble the plastic stabilizer housings, you'd still have a small screw from each stuck in the pcb?
I'd try first try unscrewing the screws with the wirecutters or some small pliers, grabbing and turning from the side.
There's no screws, just that the stabilizer is held between the board and the plate. I guess that trying to break/cut it would be the way to go, but I was hoping someone with experience could tell me if its a terrible idea :P
Yeah, sorry, I don't have experience with exactly that, but if you're sure that getting that out of there will allow you to place two switches instead -- and that they'll work (did you try closing their circuits and see that you get what you want?) -- then personally, I'd just go for it. Carefully, taking time, controlled cuts, minimal forceful twisting, pulling, and turning, etc. It seems like you have nicely much "elbow room" to work.
It should work, the board does support that configuration :) Thanks, I think I'll try that once I have some more time in the summer!
I hope you'll you the work :)