Winch cable repair nightmare

Can anybody help me? I have looked everywhere for info on how to install the new clevice socket on my M923A2 winch cable. It just aint happening. Can not seat the the brass shank that goes inside the socket. Anybody done this before?

This?

https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?181068-Winch-Cable-Repair&highlight=

I knew there was something about it somewhere. I swear I looked for it. Thanks.