while i won't respond w/ *quite* as much passion as HWCM

, i do agree that cutting springs isn't the right way to go...but it sounds like you know this, and that's your decision - and if you still want to do it go for it.
one thing, though...what about ground control coilovers? they're adjustable up to a 3" drop, iirc, and there's a group purchase going on now for (i think) 20% off. that makes them about $325 or so; see threads elsewhere on this forum and on the NECO forum for more info. don't know if price is an issue for you, but this might be a good route if you're aiming for a more significant drop than the typical eibach/h&r inch and a half or so.
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blake
98.5 E1 SVT #4910, silver frost
- KKM, SHOshop pulleys, borla exhaust
- 35% tint, momo shift knob, A6 sidemarkers, some audio improvements
- yakima roof rack