You ain't just whistling Dixie. You hate to think that you might ruin a part in getting it back out of a bad predicament. Also could see a trip to the gunsmith's shop.
I tried what I did because the thing wouldn't go into place and seat properly. After I got it out of there, it all fit just like it "aughta" and I was a happy camper. And a lesson learned. As Tom H said: "Don't put it in there without the spring!
Jack
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