Need help from the suspension gurus here!

I agree 100%! He's making up a pair of upper shock extensions for me, and I think I'll look into getting a pair of 12" springs as well.
From what I just read as I have never owned a set of single adjustable shocks......but it seems they only control extension or rebound, whichever term you prefer, you need to be able to control the compression aspect which will help keep the tire stuck instead of getting initially hit and then bouncing back up off the track which I suspect is what is happening. I also wouldn't get all hung up on front end travel too much as it seems with these newer coil over systems there is far less travel than with a stock front suspension setup and to be honest the guys down at Menscer flat out told me you don't need all that travel and also that wheelie type action to get pitch rotation and weight on the rear tires......it is accomplished mostly with really good shocks which you need to invest in a really good set for the rear at minimum.