Not to add to the consternation of your decision but even lifted the shocks aren't visible on mine so I don't think you'd hate the look.
I'm guessing that you'd be happiest with the Rancho shocks since they are adjustable.
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My front ranchos are set at 9...
As far as shock color....thats what spray paint is for ;)
I got the Ranchos RS9000XL from http://www.my4by.com/rs9000xl-shocks...63.html?page=4
They were at my door 2 days later!!! I was able to install them during Memorial weekend. What a difference vs. the Gabriel shocks that the previous owner installed to make the ride "softer"! Now I feel in control!!!
I set them at 6 (front) and 7 (back) as suggested here.
I also installed a powered subwoofer (Infinity Basslink) that I had sitting around plus installed new front speakers. Love the sound of the stereo system now!!! (despite having blown rear stock speakers --I'm just using the front ones and it sounds great as is!!!)
Thank you all for your input!!!