I didn't misunderstand ya.
And I gotta agree with Steve. 2 different setups will give you 2 different characteristics. If it gets you out wheelin and exploring. Then so be it.
I rather like the ideal of leaf conversion in the front of a XJ. It'll probably be uncomfortable on pavement (daily driver). But If it's mainly a wheeling vehicle, who cares? Maybe when I get a job I'll buy that other XJ I've wanted to experiment on. Keep it cheap and dirty.