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but the 913's, I was told by ARB, would be a closer match to what you have already.

Why bother with all that work & money then? Especially if you don't want a stiffer ride.

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while the 912's are a bit stiffer and will raise your truck 2-2.5".

Thats the Ticket! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
Ther's no getting around a stiffer ride if your gonna use springs for lift . If you want to maintain a mushy suspension while gaining lift you could try going the spring spacer route <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />. I too had pondered this very issue and thought the factory ride was a bit too mushy. I am glad I listened to Matt @ Indy 4x went with the 912's and softride shocks. You can do a lot of suspension "tuning" by the type of shock absorber you use.
Good Luck!
HTH
Dave

'99 Rodeo LS 4WD,
3 Indy 4x susp.lift w/OME 912s & SkyJackers, Aisin hubs, KC fog lights, KC driving lights, 255/75-15 Pirelli Scorpion AT's