[G19Tony]

Originally Posted by Weldangrind

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.

Great idea! Thank you, Weld. I have plenty of washers.

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Thank you, Tony. You might want to get one of these Tusk Spring Pullers.

https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p...pring%20puller

I purchased a Stockton spring puller from Cycle Gear. The first pull on the spring, ripped the hook right out. I think they were meant for brake springs and the like.