I really appreciate everyones insight on this. I finally ordered the 2.5" RC Spring boost as it was a great bargain with shocks and disconnects. I will end up having some sort of aggressive AT tires in a 33", haven't decided whether to stay with stock 18" wheels or go with a 17" steelie....not sure on that.

I suspect this set up will take me places I never would consider going anyway, so it will be more than enough.