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Old 05-07-2015, 01:48 AM   #3359
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Originally Posted by G19Tony View Post
I'd let you know, but I'm not having any luck getting my spring on. The tool I usually use isn't working for this application. I will say, that the spring mount and spring itself are much sturdier.
Tony, you can also insert a dime in between each coil of the spring. It will grow a considerable amount, allowing you to easily place the spring over the tangs. After it's in place, just pop the dimes out. Thin washers work as well.
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