I'm currently in the process of rebuilding the front end of my 300CDT. So far I've replaced (or have at least removed the old component) the ball joints, upper control arms, tie rods, drag link, idler arm, and wheel bearings.

However, I'd like to also replace the rubber bearings that the lower control arms rotate within at the frame attachment point, as they look pretty worn. Is there any way to get these out and replace them without utilizing a spring compressor?

Everything else has gone fine with a load put beneath the spring, but I feel like the spring would probably explode in my face were I to remove the bolt holding the lower control arm in there that runs through the rubber bearing, as that is the only anchoring point counteracting the downward pressure (besides the shock absorber).

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"I would rather be ashes than dust!
I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brillaint blaze
than it should be stifled by dryrot.
I would rather be a superb meteor,
every atom of me in magnificent glow,
than a sleepy and permanent planet.
The proper function of man is to live, not to exist.
I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them.
I shall use my time."

-Jack London 1876-1916

1983 300CDT (running WVO since 12/05)
1981 300SD (parts car)