GTV Clutch Help

[stanfromhell]

I have attached a photo of the clutch pushrod, collar and clutch springs for my 1948 Guzzi GTV.  I cant figure out how to compress the springs so that I can thread the pushrod into the clutch plate. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[Antietam Classic Cycle]

I was hoping Patrick Hayes would respond. I've never been into a vintage single quite that deep. You might consider joining this group and asking there. https://groups.google.com/g/guzzi-singles