[Stocker]

In 1994 I put 2" Softrides on the front of my K20 and I needed longer shocks, so I went to a custom suspension shop for help. They spent quite a bit of time and made a few phone calls. What they came up with was that standard rear shocks were just right for use up front with a 2" lift.

I decided on KYB Gas-A-Just shocks and have been very happy with them. I installed KYB p/n KG5417 on all four corners and they are still on the job. They are a bit firmer than OEM shocks, especially when new. I use my truck off road and have never noticed running out of travel under compression or extension.

Here's my measurements. Pretty sure they were eye-to-eye.
Standard (old) front shock: collapsed, 11 3/4". Fully extended, 18 1/4".
New rear shock, up front: collapsed, 13 1/4". Fully extended, 21 1/4".

Also, Skyjacker sells shocks for use with 2" lift springs. Other manufacturers probably do too.