Derek, just get a set of Comp 980s and be done with it. They drop right in, no mods required.
Part number is 980-12
Seat load: 92lbs. @ 1.700"
Open: 230lbs. @ 1.250"
Spring rate: 308lbs/in.
Coil bind: 1.150
Used these on my 135,000 mile WH-1 T-Type back in the day. NEVER had a problem.