I am now to the point of pulling the front clip. A friend of mine recommended placing a bar/support between the fenders at the firewall end of the clip to help stablize it. Anybody else done this? If so, what did you use to stabilize the rear of the clip? I am wanting to make sure nothing gets out of align, since I have incredibly good body lines now.

Well, if you're pulling it as one piece, you'll probably need to spread the rear apart a little to clear the hubs. It's much easier if the front tires are off. Tape of the edges of the doors, and the fenders to avoid damage.
You'll want a buddy there to give you a hand.
Take note of the number, and placement of the shims..mark them, and put in indivdual (sp?) plastic bags.