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The center bolt was actually run up thru the crossmember and the spring was bolted to the crossmember ? WOW !
I too think your car should have an 8 leaf spring. The 10 leaf won't hurt, it'll ride harder but you'll be able to carry some bigger folks in the rumble seat.
The spring is fairly expensive, so, you could just pick a leaf or two to remove. Reassemble the spring and stick in the car as it should have been. I pull the leaves together gradually [c-clamps] while tightening the center bolt. Once tight, cut it off, stake the bolt to keep the nut tight.
While the spring is apart I look over each leaf and grind/ease/round each end and grind smooth any worn areas on the upper flats.
I think its easier to attach the spring to the rear end and raise it into place.