Convertable hatch spring
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Convertable hatch spring
My passanger side 1965 convertable hatch spring broke from rust. I ordered a new one and repaired the weatherstrip that caused the leaking water that caused the rust. My question is how do I get that darn spring back on? I had my neighbor who is a powerlifter and a leverage system that could alter the Earths rotation if used for evil and still the spring could not be stretched enough. How do I get this spring back on?
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I made a mini spring extender/compresser with a long bolt and a couple of fender washers that I bent up the ends. I just ran the nut out to extended the spring, then backed it off to ease it back on.
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My passanger side 1965 convertable hatch spring broke from rust. I ordered a new one and repaired the weatherstrip that caused the leaking water that caused the rust. My question is how do I get that darn spring back on? I had my neighbor who is a powerlifter and a leverage system that could alter the Earths rotation if used for evil and still the spring could not be stretched enough. How do I get this spring back on?
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Dave, that is trick...I shouldn't be surprised at your cleverness. It's funny, I just found my two springs this week...been lost for 6-8 years. Now I can "git 'er done". 
Dennis
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Dennis, wish I could take the credit for that one. I forget who originally posted to do that but it works great. I'm sorry that I never got the measurement that you wanted. I've been extremely busy and out of the Country for the last few weeks. Do you still need it? Dave
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I knew what you ment too. I never know what I am talking about unless my wife is with me. She tells everyone what I think. I have learned alot about myself ever since I married her.
Seriously, thanks again for your help
John
Seriously, thanks again for your help
John
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