Kent the exact same thing happened to me with the spacers, I removed them and while it was a tight fit, the bottom went in. At first I was a little concerned but it fit find, but you are right, a few choice words came out of my mouth for sure when that happened... Thanks
Going back to your photos, I see the flat machined end of your bottom sleeve. I'm thinking the reason you found that good knuckle, was because it is a replacement piece with lower miles on
it
Kent
PS I didn't know about not re-using the rear toe link bolt until I was into the process and none were available. Re-used the bolts as a matter of necessity. I really don't understand why not, they looked fine. What do you think? I can still get new ones if necessary.