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Re: weakening coilsprings
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04/19/24 07:37 AM
04/19/24 07:37 AM
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nimzy
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I hit an end coil (1) with a cutting torch in a few seconds (15) it will get red and unwind a bit. Do a few and you should get it dailed in.
The cutting torch has a small direct flame and hitting one coil gives you more control.
Last edited by nimzy; 04/19/24 07:39 AM.
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Re: weakening coilsprings
[Re: scheide]
#8124729
04/19/24 08:56 AM
04/19/24 08:56 AM
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The Beav
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One of those hand held brenz-O- matice torches will do the trick. I heat the entire spring for about 30 seconds On a larger spring you may have to heat them longer .. It doesn't have to get cherry red to get It done. I've done 100s 1 1/2s traps this way
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Re: weakening coilsprings
[Re: scheide]
#8124912
04/19/24 02:22 PM
04/19/24 02:22 PM
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jk
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How about just taking one spring off. I would hate to see you damage a good spring. In fact if you don't like that idea just post on here for some used ones or even trade with someone that wants good springs.......jk
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Re: weakening coilsprings
[Re: scheide]
#8124940
04/19/24 03:53 PM
04/19/24 03:53 PM
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Scott__aR
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Yup, removing one spring or softening a coil or two will still hold muskrats, don't know about mink as I never caught one.
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