I am replacing worn chains on a bunch of older #11s. The hole in the bracket on the spring is not big enough for a 6 gage j hook. I can drill them out, but there's not a lot of metal on those little clips. I've looked at a bunch of trap supply places, and can't find any j hooks smaller than 6 gage. The original j hooks are pretty light.

Any ideas on where to find some? Maybe I'll have to bend my own out of nails. Or is there other ways to attach chain to the little clip on smaller longsprings.

Weld a fence staple out the side of the frame and hook a dbl swivel there.

3/16" j-hooks are what you need. They used to be easier to find than the #6 ones but are a little harder to find now. I see Molnar Outdoor still lists them I'm sure Sterling has them also.

This is Sterlings site

Most sites sell 3/16" and 6ga.

If you look on most sites for replacement parts you'll find what you need.
You'll have to know the brand of the trap

Thanks guys. I didnt think to look under replacement parts.

Clevis is part name for your bracket.

11s are great with bottom hook.
.Tire chain link or quick link.

Make some out or regular nails......jk