The only reason why I'm OK w/ having S-A front dampers is because they're the QA-1 'R' series that have a very firm fixed compression circuit and a wide range of adjustment on the rebound (extension) circuit. For my nose-heavy junk, a stiff compression setting is kind of a given, so the primary changes of the front suspension are the ride height & available travel from the static ride height and the rate of extension off the line.

However, I'm still equipped with ancient 5-adjustment Rancho rear dampers. At some point I'm sure the car will benefit from D-A rear dampers, but I need to see how far I can take it using what's paid for already.

As someone else mentioned, I'm also used to having the wide range of suspension tuning adjustments with modern off-road motorcycles. Most Joe Average drag car components are comparatively stone-age.