Leaf Spring Removal - Easier Way?

jack up the car and put stands below both the frame and axle so that the springs ar not under load , remove U-Bolt nuts ( I hope you have an impact...lol)
Remove the 4 9/16 nuts holding front hangers and drop front of springs to floor
Remove rear hanger bolts and remove from frame
The bushings will most likely be frozen (rusted ) in place both front and back ... use a propane torch to burn the old bushings out. If you dont have one go buy one...they are cheap !
Wire wheel the old pivot bolt and hanger stud , grease bushings and reassemble.

It really doesnt take very long.
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