corner post problem

[dstrom]

Hello and thanks in advance for any help and or suggestions in resolving this problem. We have a 2003 Starcraft Centennial 3606, only been camping with it a few times. While at home we were replacing the flooring and I noticed a corner post safety pin was almost out (It didn't have a cotter pin). I went to put it back in, however, the pin came out altogether, the corner (the posts disappeared inside) dropped and the spring came popping out ( still attached in the tube). I have the directions from Goshlin on who to replace the spring, the spring is fine. Just have to attach it to the posts. Should I take out the spring altogether and then follow the directions from Goshin, or is there a simpler way to attach it to the post? The camper top is being propped in that corner up with a 2x4 for now.

Thanks again for any help
Dave