Firmer springs for 2XJ Short Action Valves

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Firmer springs for 2XJ Short Action Valves

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Hi all,

I've purchased some replacement springs online that appear to be the right size, however I found them to be too soft.

It feels like the valves are bouncing back and are just a tad too slow returning.

Looking for recommendations on the best source to replace these springs for my Conn 20J with something more firm?
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Re: Firmer springs for 2XJ Short Action Valves

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Have your tech order some Conn/Selmer SU30117 springs or the generic Allied A383 springs. If those don't work for you... you might need some other type of piston work.
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Re: Firmer springs for 2XJ Short Action Valves

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the elephant wrote:
Dan Schultz wrote:... Conn/Selmer SU30017...
That shows up as a slide crook, Dan. ....
Sorry. The spring would be a SU30117.
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