Quote Originally Posted by Av8r3400 View Post
It can be straightened, but then needs to be re-heat treated. Your best bet is to contact Grove Aircraft and discuss it with them to see if it is cost effective over just replacing the spring.
Totally agree. You don't know what aluminium alloy it is nor what heat treatment it's been through after forming. I assume you're insured and if so, why aren't the insurers paying for it ?.