It's done! Looks good but I haven't taken it for a spin yet. The first place I am driving to is an alignment shop. I simply am not savvy enough in that regard to do the alignment. Thanks
NM51 for your input. I used a combination of an angle grinder, a sawzall and a hacksaw to get those rivets out.
orchidskip, I saw the Benz Spring shop and what an incredible operation they have! Huge place dedicated to making automotive springs. Nice people there too. I saved over 175.00 by purchasing all that I needed straight through the manufacturer. I owe you big-time for that resource! Hey
truckernix, my old shackle bushings were in good shape too but I went through all the misery of replacing them anyway because they came with the kit. After all these aches and pains go away, maybe I'll be happy about that decision. Grade 8 bolts are in place on the rear mount and holding fine. Let's see what the alignment expert thinks of the whole thing. Thanks everyone for being there with me, I couldn't have done it without you!!
