Pretty much the standard recommendation for any front end work: use the M-B specific spring compressor, not the generic external clamp style.

I tried those, they seemed to work until I tried to put the springs back on, then one slid and I got VERY scared VERY fast. The springs are beefy and require near full compression to remove. Get the right tool for the job, it'll go faster and you'll be safer.

Here's one DIY: PeachPartsWiki: Front End Suspension Rebuild

There are others, I think Funola did a good job with pics on his. Make sure you have the proper torque settings and a good wrench. Take pics of all the joints before disassembly, some reassembly seems counter-intuitive.

I didn't measure the lengths of the parts on mine due to excessive wear, but re-baselined back to OE limits per the FSM prior to the first alignment. You might want to research how to center your steering box and start off fresh with "neutral" settings.

Maybe also add torsion bar bushings to your list; and the "brake support" or "guide rod mount". It attaches to the rear of the wheel-well/firewall area and holds one end of the guide rod. The other end is in the LCA. Pic 15 in the DIY.

Before disassembly, pressure wash under the car and in/around the suspension. Maybe also remove the plastic fender liner and clean out the dirt and crud in there during the repair.