Can anyone direct me to pics specifically of the Isreali mods? I'd rather not permanently mod my scope but if that what it will take to get it running again, I'll give it a shot.

I've also asked a few people about making springs and no one wants to touch a spring like that. I'd think there is a market, though, since as someone else noted a lot (most?) are at the point of wearing out. I'd buy 2 or 3 if the price was right.

Or maybe spend some more for an ingenious Israeli-type add-on that doesn't require permanent mods?