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Mike,
I'm glad you kept your finger(s).
FYI: There are car jack extensions that allow you to strap or chain the rear axle (or transmissions, for that matter) onto the jack so that it can't rotate or fall off. However, these extensions do not prevent the jack from tipping over. So, being careful is still in order.
When I took the rear axle down on my 2600 Touring Spider, I used 3/8 ropes on each side to essentialy perform the function of the limiting straps but with variable length. That way, I could control the descent of the rear axle quite carefully.
To put the rear axle back in, I'm planning to jack up the body and then lower it onto the rear axle, reattach the radius rods, put the ropes back in place, and then lower the body further and/or jack up the rear axle, if necessary, until the springs are compressed enough to attach the limiting straps.
In any case, it is advisable to do this with a friend. Too much can go wrong if you try to do 250 pound acrobatics all by yourself. But I guess you already know that.
Happy holidays,
Ruedi
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