I was running 9000s on my rig until I broke a rear shock in Death Valley a couple of years ago. I gave it thought and since I rarely ran the 9000s off of setting "3" I just opted to get two new 5000s for the rear (I read where 5000s are at about the "3" setting of the 9000 anyway). Much less $$$$ and I like them fine. I still have 9000s in the front, but if/when I break them I probably would go to 5000s in the front, too. Just my few cents worth here. I need to save bucks for other stuff.... Got the 2 5000s for less than one 9000 btw.

Don West
Gettin'Off4x4 Member
'94 Reg Cab, 1" BL, 33 MTs, Detroit f/r, 4.88s, dual Marlins, blah blah woof woof