Hey drift, I am right now asking pretty much the same question.I have narrowed it down to two, 1143(9'6") and 1084(9').
You are already using a 9' foot rod so you can eliminate the 1084. I have been leaning toward the 1143since it is a foot taller then what I am using rigt now.I was also told to try out the 1263(10'6") and the 1445(12').Far as plunking, I don't do but I have heard that the loomis Muskie rods are very good for this and the Hot shot series.