A-hood hinge coil installation - How?

Hey guys,

Awhile back I popped the coiled spring off my hood hinge to allow for the fiberglass 6 pack hood. I got rid of the 6 pack hood and am installing the original. The question is; how in the heck do you get the coiled spring back on? I have the hinge off the car but am having a hard time getting the coil back on with tension.

:help: :?: