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If you modify the centre link for the steering and notch the x member that runs under the motor you can do an inch, no problem. How much BD do you have? My friends Mazda has a 2 3/8 bd with a 3/4 inch lowered engine and 2.2 EFI and it clears the hood. You can round the front corner of the intake down some to increase clearance to the hood. You can also shave the intake support bracket down level with the top of the intake to pick up a bit of clearance. An older valve cover with the PCV that is horizontaly mounted will help as well if you don't have one already.