I'm trying to remove the rear hub assembly to replace the rear wheel bearing and I've got a couple issues:

1. How do you get the spring carrier screw out (on the bottom). I've removed the 21mm nut but that bolt doesn't want to move. Do I need to whack it with a hammer (a lot!?)?

2. Any ideas on how to remove the the right-most suspension link (see attached image). Do I need to remove the attachment on the frame in order to obtain the right angle to remove this from the hub?

3. With all of the suspension components (and that giant 30mm nut) removed how is the hub removed from the axle?
There is a rubber boot that is connected to the hub (on the back side) - do I need to loosen the clamps on this rubber boot to remove the hub assembly?

Thanks!!

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