The clearence is VERY tight, as the gen 1 intakes are very close to the hood. The gen 2's have the bulge, so there's more room.
I am working on a template with my buddy at his fab. shop for his 93... definately do-able...JL might still have some...if not, I am sure he'll make some.
he offers a whole chassis brace set up as well.
Yes, the Mark VIII can benefit from upper shock tower bracing...