With 180 views and 0 replies I assume nobody knows the answer to my question or my question was worded so nobody understands what I asked.
I suppose I will order a new spring while keeping the rife at its post by the bedside alongside the 12 gauge and the 45.
It isnt a plinker or a everyday shooter, more a keepsake and in a pinch HD weapon so I assume it will be ok as one of our HD weapons until I can get a spring in for it.
Thanks anyway