[Paddlewise] Foot Pump Springs

I hate to bring foot pumps up again so soon but...

I just got a Guzzler 400 foot pump to mount in my kayak. Unfortunately, the
spring is so strong that it just wasn't practical for use in a kayak. I've
cut the length down and re-bent the spring to the original height. This has
at least got it to the point where it would be usable, but still too stout
for any extended pumping. I can't cut any more length off the spring without
affecting the height. Since the pump only has to pull water up a 1 foot head
in a kayak, I just don't see the need for a real strong spring (and the
accompanying leg cramps).

I wonder if anyone else has any experience with foot pump springs and what
they used. I remember reading someone used bungie, but I don't understand
how that was attached to the pump.

Thanks in advance,

Woody


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