Stupid Question on Mag Springs

[BytorJr]

Ok, I realize this is stupid; but I want to be sure that there is no way to put the mag spring in backwards.  It looked like it could be done, so I just wanted to verify that I did it properly before I have another spring take off into the upper atmosphere .

[tracker]

That is definitely not a stupid question and from my experience one
can install it backwards. I always lay out the old spring next to the
mag in the proper position prior to installing the new one.

[BytorJr]

Easier said than done since it about took my head off on the way out .  I have no reference point.

[tracker]

I had the same problem so I got a reference point by the disassembly
of another magazine. Reassembly issues can be disconcerting also
but skill improves with practice just like the frame and slide. Eye
protection is a good idea when dealing with any spring under pressure.

There must be a more objective way of describing the proper spring
alignment but I don't know it.

[Richard S]

BytorJr:

With apologies for my having overlooked this thread until now, here is a link to Chris's photograph and comments on R9 magazine parts and assembly in the FAQ Sheet:

http://www.acbsystems.com/boards/rohrbaugh/basefile/mag-parts.htm

And, as Tracker notes, your question is not "stupid." Far from it. As a matter of fact, in my opinion, the only "stupid" questions are those not asked when answers are not known.

[BytorJr]

Thanks!!!  I've been there before, but totally forgot about his maintenance section.  Time to put my safety glasses on .

[theirishguard]

Ben, good luck and keep your head down   Tom