If you are looking for something close to the stock ride, but a better overall shock, I would look at the Mach I shocks/struts. They are manufactured for Ford by Tokico. I have them on my car with a set of H&R Supersport springs and have been very happy with them. I would imagine they would be great with the stock height springs also. The best part is that you can get a set for about $180 or so. I got mine shipped to my door for something like $195-$200.