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Thanks. So moving forward I will be looking for black graphite bushings on the new suspension.Photo directly above in post #14 shows right rear spring alignment clamp is in "pinch bound" condition, and left rear spring alignment clamp is loose bound for good spring movement, lets leafs glide on each other as they should for a smoother ride. Yellow spring bushings are a pure indication the bushings are not graphite impregnated, no internal lubrication installed. Graphite is black, so bushing would be black. The yellow bushings will not tolerate lubricants, will absorb lubricanrts, then turn soft and begin erosion. Installing the yellow bushing dry will create very squeaky springs.
After the springs and bushings, should I be looking to salvage and reuse everything that's not visibly damaged?
In terms of the pinch vs loose clamps, would you agree the info in this vid?