So I rebuilt the front forks again - I ended up buying some NOS 13.2mm deep seals, as the CycleX seals leaked like a sieve. I also used the CycleX 2" lower fork tubes, which are really nice. Lowering the front and changing the rears really made a difference.
While working on the forks, I changed the fork gaiters from the CycleX pieces that fell apart (my bike is garage kept and I'm in a humid environment here in Houston), to fabricated bits I made out of some very durable off-road shock gaiters.
I replaced the rear CycleX shocks with the Hagons. They are really nice. The change of the front and rear made turn in a lot quicker. Transitions are nicer, and the ride is softer, even though it has quicker response.
Overall really happy. I waited until I had a few miles on the new set up - I've done about 800 miles now.
Here's a couple of shots of some of my latest rides.