So, tonight I was able to use some new found tools to assemble the elevation springs. Its amazing how simple things go together (or come apart) with the right tool...
Mounted tubes and rods, awating the springs...
First set partially installed using the spring compressor...
Close ups of the compressor...
Springs locked in place with the proper tool, ready to remove the spring compressor...
Compressor removed, lock still in place holding the three large springs, just starting to tread on the nut
The three tools used for the job...