Brian,
In light of what you are doing I think it would be best to put the spring back in and check the suspension sag, after its all back together. If it too much I would be inclined to add some preload which is easy and inexpensive to do. You can use metal or plastic tubes and make up some spacers.
I can't give any advice on suspension sag for you bike. I could give you and indication if you give the length of total travel. You find loads of articles on the net.
Steve
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