Stop in for a cup of coffee

Hey guys sorry I've been gone away for a while.

I have a question. So im trying to replace the brake rod reaction bushing. As you know I had the front end complete apart.

So the repair manual states that I should install the rod with the bushing in place but leave that front nut it loose. Then install the rear bolts that connect the rod to the lower control arm. My issue is the holes won't line up on the rod and lower control arm. If I pry the lower control arm back I can get the holes to line up. Is this normal? Did my lower control arms relax forward? I can't really tell if the tire is centered because the front fender angles wide on the back vs the front.

Any help or advice is appreciated.