I used the method of placing 11 ea. flat washers between the spring coils! The spring stretches in length and drops onto the posts. Simply remove each washer with pliers and the spring is in place.
Here's one of the original Threads/Post on the subject
http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?1...tand-Installed
I would suggest you do some searches on topics such as the spring install etc. There have been efforts by many folks and remedies have been suggested for most if not all of the problems with accessories/components of the 6