TABs..... Advice, Links?

So, I just completed the struts all around, and 1/2" saggy butt spacers. But my butt is still saggy. So, I looked at my trailing arms, and the bushings in front of the arm look shot.

 

Now, my question is, it looks like there are a couple of options. I see pretty Spec B Trailing Arms, but the prices range between 600-1k for a complete set, even used. I'm not liking that. I know Aluminum is lighter, but the advantage to the steel ones? Not sure if it's worth all that labor.

 

I see there's a method where you torch out the old ones and put in new ones. How's that work for anyone who's tried it? I had a Volvo 240 where you could make a tool to press out the TABs and it worked decent. Not sure if anything like that is available DIY or otherwise.

 

Finally, poly or OEM rubber? Thanks a million in advance as usual. -Joel

Torch them and cut out the sleeve, use a hole saw and cut out the sleeve both these options work. Or just take it to a shop and have them pressed out. Sometime they will even do it for free

take it to a shop. so much less hassle and abuse of your parts

Thanks! Poly or Rubber?