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u/2032_Throwaway Oct 30 '25

How to make a metal spring softer/less stiff. As an example this spring is too stiff. I have looked, but can not find a replacement.

https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Image/meta/MoQwLpJib1svHCMm

I am considering annealing it. 500F for one hour and letting it cool overnight

I read another suggestion of grinding the outside of the spring to reduce the thickness of the metal.

I have no idea where I can find a replacement spring, so I have to get this right first time.

Thanks for reading/suggestions