Thanks so much for those that gave me ideas. I did finally get the springs to compress. It turned out a 6 inch screwdriver (ground down some)and being able to put my whole weight (which is considerable)worked. My use of a C clamp seemed to push the the hammers both down but out from where they needed to be to get the pin in. My custom tool was doing the same thing, so if your stuck try everything. smile

Not quite as confused in Indiana.