hotchkis leaf springs sitting too low :(

You could always pick up a set of used air shocks on e-bay and that would solve the problem for about $80.00.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Gabriel-493...Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d0637d119&vxp=mtr

I have 255's on 8" rims with properly centered back spacing and they only allow about 1/2" clearance on each side.