mike350

Thanks for the advice. I have it located through the shaft which wasnt easy. So I will try to wind it around the shaft as you suggest. I've been using a linked cable tie as a handle rather than grips but wondered if there was an easier way (without splitting the engine). It seems that there isnt. Cheers

Hi Woody, The engine is assembled having just been rebuilt. Used original spring, so lesson learned. Nice new spring now. I've got it into position with the end through the shaft but I'm having trouble with the tension. How can I turn it over enough and still hook the spring over the retaining bolt. Your advice very much appreciated. Thanks Mike

Hi, I'm trying to fit a new return spring and I'm lost as to how I can tension it correctly. There must be a relatively easy way to do this. Can someone please tell me what it is??