Drop Spindle and Spring Question

[dlanders]

Ok, so everybody was very helpful in helping me figure out my flip kit install, now I have questions about my spindles and springs. I got everything all taken apart and now I can't get the upper control arm off of the spindle. I have banged until I am blue in the face, but to no avail. Is there a "secret" to the problem, if so I would love to know. I have attached a few pics of what I am working with. Again I want to thank everyone for all of the advice.