Spring Compression (In The Fall)

I am not a big fan of using spring compressors to install/remove springs:

I fear the contraption may fail and I might end up looking like this guy.....

Nevertheless, I am going to break down today and borrow a kit from AutoZone.  Driveshaft and I were having a difficult time last night trying to get the rear springs in without a compressor.  We need more pressure to push down on the frame so that we can get the trailing arms up to the correct mounting bracket holes.  With the body off the frame and the shocks already installed we can't apply enough downward force to compress the springs.

Rear lower control arm after spring removed.

Cuz showed up tonight to check out our progress.  We ended up putting him to work helping get the bolts in the front of the trailing arms.  The spring compressors did make the job a lot easier.  I don't think we could have done it without the extra set of hands either.  I told him that he may have earned himself a short ride once the car is done!

Before:

After:

What's Next:  hope to get the brakes and axles installed on the rear.
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