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Long Spring Swap Out #7086939
12/13/20 06:12 AM
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allagashtrapper Offline OP
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I need to change the springs on several long spring collector traps. What is the best way to compress the spring in order to remove the nut at the bottom of the frame? Thank you!

Re: Long Spring Swap Out [Re: allagashtrapper] #7087061
12/13/20 09:21 AM
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I use the ratchet type slide bar wood-work clamps. I bought a pair of the plastic ones that will not scar the metal.

Re: Long Spring Swap Out [Re: allagashtrapper] #7089218
12/14/20 02:22 PM
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Vise works okay, Just wrap spring in a thick rag, Only compress enough to relieve pressure on nut, And try to squeeze up near the spring eyes not the bend...
Bear size traps I use a newer style spring clamp...

Vise works great on stubborn jawpost nuts too. Put nut in top of vice and you can use a wrench on the jawpost, and the trap for leverage. Work back and forth till loose then compress spring and remove nut... All at your own risk .....

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