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Originally Posted by Danke
1) Put pressure on the "green" part while pressing the pin through.
2) Put a pin through the opposite side to locate the holes, put a second pin through and as you push it in you'll knock out the first one.
3) Make sure the pins don't have a particular orientation or a knurled end.
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#2 use a precision screwdriver or allen key to assist in alignment
Sometimes I use a small hammer and tap the floor plate as I put downward pressure on the pin
One thing I had happen many times, if you have created the perfect seal, press the flow/hammer valve and release any trapped air. Just the act of putting the plate back on can create enough pressure to fight against you when trying to seat.
Last thing I do, with the pins partly installed/inserted, stand the mag on a table and press down with all your weight while tapping the pins with a small hammer. Rock the mag from one side to the other to force the opposite side to seat.
Edit: do not hammer away forcing the pins. You can damage the opposite side wall if it's slightly out of alignment. This can negate the seal job you did if you warp it too much.