Ok slight update.
Pulling fuses 87 and 79 does not do shit as far as making the compressor stop pumping. Pulling all the relays in the trunk does nothing either. But, using the quick power disconnect that we all purchased a while back, makes everything stop working, good enough for me.
So took it all apart. It honestly took me longer to get the car up on jack stands than to take it all out. About 15 min a side really. Just keep in mind I do have a compressor and tools for it.
I reviewed this DIY by our fellow xoutposter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmQ8XqPy4B8
One thing I would say is that he sort of butchers the clips that hold the springs in the trunk. All you need to do is pull up the top tab, with a screwdriver, I used a clip remover, and it slides off.
I was traveling and forgot to order the new springs, so I should have them today, and hopefully it will all go back together like it should.
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