Ladder Bar question

yes, paint the flats! also, take note of which direction adds pre load. Note this in a notebook or somewhere...guarantee you will want to know this as you begin to adjust the link. I also paint a line all the way [parallel] just for reference. Nothing more confusing than making an adjustment looking up on your back at the suspension...or letting go of the trans brake and the car moves real hard...the wrong way...been there...underwear change!