Removed the axle everything connected to the axle. The axle seems to be in good shape but I'll have to dig into it to be sure. May upgrade t o a posi.

The leaf springs are another story. They seem to be a Mono-leaf setup originally and it looks like someone added a second leaf to the first. I've heard that this was sometimes a dealer added thing on some convertibles. The springs are tapered: 2" in the middle and about 2.5" to 2.75" at the eyes. Also, I do not have U-Bolts or the T-Bolts connecting the perch, just 4 regular bolts per side (which are ridiculous to remove because getting a wrench or socket in there to hold the head is near impossible). In all your experience, does this jive with the typical mono-leaf setup, except of course for the added leaf-spring?

Also, what are good replacement bushings and pads to get? I've read that the urethane ones can squeak a lot. And read good things about P.S.T. stuff. Also looking at Energy Suspension, Prothane and Steele rubber products.

I basically need everything that is rubber from the transmission mount to the shackles. Does any one company sell this as a kit? I think I have the Radius Rod bushings solved, and there is some good stuff in the Ames catalogue. But almost no one puts the measurements of their products out there (serious pet peeve of mine).