XM wagon leaf spring bolts

[kaos2222]

Hi there,
I have just removed the leaf springs from my XM wagon and noticed that it was quite a task to get the front shackle bolts out. They come in from the direction of the sills (unlike a Mustang which come in from the centre of the car) making it difficult to get the bolt past the sill. While I was able to twist the spring enough to get the bolt out I am not as confident that I will be able to get them back togeter with Nolathane bushes fitted to new springs. Does anyone know any tricks here. Thanks, Todd