My attempt to contribute with something to my W108. Rear Axle Refurbish

[MEPEH]

Well, It's time to start fixing the broken parts on my rear suspension.
The rest of the car is in great shape, however driving it is not a pleasure at the moment.
The rear rattles each time the car changes gears, goes over road imperfections or takes corners. I have all the posible noises except the differential. (thank god)

In the diagram below i need to replace
#322
#353
#395
#335
Spring Pads
Rear Brake hoses
Shaft seal on the differential.

A few shops told me they need to take the axle down and it requires about 5 hours of labor @ ~100$/h

I think i can do this myself. In fact, I don't think i need to take the axle down if i do one thing at a time.

The #324 part can be removed without removing the axle. I'm half way there. If i can get that replaced by myself, than the rest is easy.
Spring pads can be done one at a time, as well as the brake hoses and the thrust arm bushings (one side at a time)
I'm supporting the rear axle so it stays level and I don't damage anything.
The shaft will have to be disconnected from the differential and i will be able to change the pivot bushings and the seal.

I've ordered most of the parts. The mechanics told me the upper frame mount #353 doesn't require replacement, but i took it out today and it's in very poor condition. So that's the only part i don't have yet.
I've invested in tools so much in the last years that it's good to put them at use once in a while.

Has anyone done this before ? Any tips ?
I'm taking pictures as i go so I will update this thread as the work continues.
My advise: If you have a leaking or just wet differential than most probably your pivot bushing is probably shot #322.
That damaged bushing will cause a play in the rear axle that will affect the trajectory of the car on the road. Feels like driving a boat. The alignemet of the car gets affected too.
The part is limited availability and costs 350$ at the dealer. I sourced a place to get it fr cheaper, but i've never bought from them before. My mechanic needs that part too (he owns a classic benz shop and drives a W108 3.5) and asked me to get one for him if i find them cheaper. I ordered 2 pieces today and will let you know the details once i have them. Should be original Mercedes part.