Re: [FWDLK] Brake return springs

[Ray Jones <hurst300@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Actually the tool is the better way if you use the long handle side of it
which is curved on the end to fit over the pin. Hook the spring over the
handle, place the curved part on the pin, and lift it away from the other
end of the spring and it will slide right on the pin.
I've had to show severt people over the years how to do this with their own
tool...They had no idea what the curved end was for.
Ain't it fun???
--
Ray Jones, Jones Ridge, in the Ouachita Mtns near Mena, Western Arkansas

> From: john bartell <jrbartell@xxxxxxx>
> Reply-To: john bartell <jrbartell@xxxxxxx>
> Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2003 11:44:00 -0600
> To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Brake return springs
>
> Hi Rich,
> I have found a long shafted small diameter screwdriver works just fine.
> I have tried the "brake tool," and it is okay at best... it is better for
> removing than attaching.  I just get the spring hooked around the
> screwdriver shaft and hook the end of the screwdriver blade on the stud or
> pin where the spring attaches, and pull up and out and let the spring slide
> down onto the stud.   Takes a little practice, but after a bit, you will be
> a pro at it!    John in WI
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Steve Shapiro"
> Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Brake return springs
>
>
>> Do you have a pair of brake pliers?  I
>>
>> Steve
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Rich" <RJZ123@xxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Wednesday, December 17, 2003 6:50 PM
>> Subject: [FWDLK] Brake return springs
>>
>>
>>> OK - I give up.  What is the trick to getting those tough little return
>>> springs on !!!???  The service manual does not mention a special tool,
>>> and they make it sound so EZ.  Is straining with a vise-grips the only
>>> way???  GGGRRRRR
>>>
>
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