Thanks Steve.

My first question, since my tool knowlege is limited, is what is an offset slip-joint plier? I am sure I have seen one, but don't know it by name.

Second, once the lower bushing is out, will there be enough room to angle it out and around the exhaust?

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2008 E350 4matic / Black/Anthracite

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Gone but not Forgotten:
2001 E430 4matic, 206,xxx miles, Black/Charcoal
1995 E320, 252,xxx miles, Black/Grey
1989 260E, 223,00 miles, Black/Black