Unless it's a shortened spring the car will lift long before the upper ball joint reaches the spindle. Especially with no engine or tanny in. Removing the upper a-arm bump stop gains you a little extra travel but the threaded rod method is easy and safe. Although I still put a chain around the spring and frame, just in case.
Wanting a Custom fit in an off the rack world.
I don't have time for a job, I just need the money.