Front suspension woes

All good points above, the only thing I will add is I agree with pickle fork! Not expensive, and I have had mine for over 20 years. Also for penetrating oil..maybe try some home made stuff...1/2 acetone and 1/2 tranny fluid...members on here swear by it!

I have had to disassemble my front end several times, using the bolt & coupler nut tool saves having to replace rubber dust boots with after market junk that does not last any time. Pickle fork is great to use if old parts are not being re used.