Here's a schematic for the Traditions Kentucky that shows where the pins are suppose to go.--->>> https://www.traditionsfirearms.com/d...1365523584.pdf
Yes, the thin pins do secure the barrel onto the forestock and they would need to be properly aligned with the holes in the barrel tenons.
I am not sure of the exact location for the ramrod spring, perhaps there's a slotted cut out for it somewhere inside the forestock?
I think that part of it should rest against the barrel and the other part places tension on the ramrod.
The ramrod spring isn't shown in the Kentucky schematic, but it is shown in the schematic for other half-stock rifles such as the Hawken Woodsman.--->>> https://www.traditionsfirearms.com/d...1365523276.pdf
Here's a page that lists all of their schematics:--->>> https://www.traditionsfirearms.com/s...uct-schematics
Their sidelock rifles are pretty much grouped together and show the general location of the ramrod spring.
You can always call Traditions and ask to speak to one of their service technicians if you're not sure how to proceed.
Or send them an email and see if they reply.
Generally they are helpful and may be able to provide you with personalized oral or written instructions regarding the location of the ramrod spring and how it's affixed.
It could have been placed in the kit by mistake for all I know [but I doubt that].
The Chiappa Kentucky schematic doesn't show any ramrod spring either.
Some ramrod springs affix to the barrel while others are affixed & pivot on a pin or screw, and I don't know what shape or style yours is.
That would also help determine where it should be located, if it's needed at all.
Last edited by arcticap; 01-22-2019 at 07:36 AM.