I say no, just because of the roads in NY. I did it to my s10 years ago and regretted it. Was cool to get the looks of people and all, but sucked for long rides and what not. They say if done right, it should ride better than stock...........I must have not done something right, lol!
Our roads in Ohio are probably just as bad. If so, don't do it.
Then again, you had one car bagged, so really you should know.