Any tips on removing the factory spring rebound clips?

I get that I’ll need to cut them. Should I cut as close to the pin as I can & then grind down the pin? I’m just wanting obviously, to do it the best way without marring up the leaf. Or can I punch that pin out?

 

Cut the pin head off.

 

You mean do that 1st?

 

Never mind. Got it…. Thank you….

 

For anyone who may need help doing this down the road -

1. Cut pin head off
2. Cut down the middle of the clip (across the pin)
3. Hammer on the clip tops until the clip splits. If you hit it with a hammer on the side 1st & it’s got good movement, you’ve most likely cut down far enough. & I had to pry a little at one because I didn’t get the head flush.
4. Cut off the rest of the pin.