Tierod Ends

[lalkie]

I have a 29 Model A Pickup and have the front axle out to replace the tie rod ends, change the kingpins and repair the drag link. I welded new balls for the tie rod and replaced the ends. I had a hard time getting the new rod ends on the balls. The cup and spring stuck out past ball rod hole in the rod ends. Any suggestions on how to get the spring and cup compressed so I can insert the new ball. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Larry