I don't want an Intrepid but I thank you for the bit of real world info you've posted. My thoughts are these:

1. If I use shortened coils, will I have alignment problems?

2. If I use stock springs with a dropped spindle, will I be able to use the stock front sway bar? (El Polako's website shows it fouling the a-arm when lowered) Or any sway bar?

3. Will there be "bump steer" problems with the dropped spindle? (El Polako sells a kit to correct this).