65 rambler classic help

Looks like someone did a mickey mouse repair after an accident. That brake hose looks none to safe either.

Even if nothing is bent those bolts are a pain. Usually you will get one in and then have to do some prying and maneuvering to get the second one in. If I remember correctly, the last time I had one apart it was easier with the wheels on the ground than with the car jacked up due to the suspension geometry.

I just looked and the factory strut rod bolts are a grade 5 on my '64. I think the engineering principle is to provide a sheer off in a severe wheel impact. You need both bolts because they double function to bolt down the ballpoint as well as the strut rod.

That bend in the arm isn't a problem. That's a forged steel rod that won't bend or break easily. It will be a little weaker at the bend, but not enough to worry about. If you hit something hard enough to bend it you're not going to be worrying about (or able!) to steer the car. I'd just try jacking under the control arm so there is weight on it and putting the other bolt in. Loosen the one that's in there first. You might need someone to bounce on the fender while you look to see when the second hole lines up.