Ford Racing C springs and BBK o/r x-pipe??

I've just started the mod process on my 98 gt, and money is (of course) an issue. I've been looking at Ford Racing C springs and a BBK o/r x-pipe. I've read several reviews that the bbk x-pipe hangs about an inch lower than stock, which combined with an overall drop of 1.5 in could be a problem. Does anyone have such a combo? Would you suggest going another route? Any serious problems with this setup?
 
I had the ford C springs on my 99 GT and hated them. Best bet, save your money and get steeda or eibach. They are worth the money. Remember, you get what you pay for?