This will be my next project, I done a "reccy" on the rears and they do look pretty tricky due to the tightness of space, although I think if I took the wheel off (Which you obviously would) this would have gave me more room.

My theory was to jack one side up at a time undo the metal guide plate and shock at which point I am hoping the beam will drop enough to allow the spring clear the bump stop and pan and be removed.

Be careful of the said brake lines, again it's suggested you disconnect the pipes and plug them but I am hoping I can get away without doing this.

Haynes suggest you remove the driveshafts as this is why I was looking as I don't want to have to touch these unless neccessary, shocks are very easy to change, hardest part is lifting the beam up as it will drop when removed. Easy if you have an additional pair of hands or a jack etc to lift it with.

Martin