Ron...yes the ends are the same and I havent manipulated anything in the spring area.....I dont think it CAN be backwards in this instance

ok so I just got a NRA disassembly guide on my gun and it is showing a longer spring with a hook around the end that attaches to the sear bar itself....I didnt have this spring when I disassembled it. My question is this...the diagram in the instructions show the type of spring I have currently, but the NRA book spring seems to be better suited. Maybe an update to the design? Any help?:confused:

Also does anyone know where to get the specs.? If I can find the factory specs. I can order a new spring