Cross Member Re-weld

So I'm really considering getting a 6 inch Fabtech Lift for my truck, but in able to use this lift I will have to cut out the stock crossmember and bolt in a much beefier one. If I ever want to go back to stock how would I. Would I have to re weld the crossmember? Thanks

Oh, also I want to do the Deck plate mod for my truck. Could I just cut a hole in my air box without the deck plate for a little while...thanks

 

The reason for the deckplate is to make installation of the screen easier and have the ability to reinstall the cover if you want to water and crap from getting in there when it is crappy out.

Its not much more work to install the deckplate when you cut the hole.

I used a large hose clamp and a piece of metal screen from a window in the back of the garage. Bought stainless hardware at the store I bought the deckplate, along with a tube of black RTV.

It works great.

 

Alright, i'll probably just get the deckplate then do it

 

Also does anyone know if when I cut the cross member, if the frame rust warrenty will void. Thanks

 

i will let you know on tuesday, i have a 6" fabtech lift and im getting my truck inspected for rust, thats why im scared to even get it check out for that reason, i got hellof shit welded to the frame

 

Sweet...keep me posted, and how do you like the lift

 

You could def just cut a hole in your air box for now, I did the deckplate mod a couple months ago, and have never put the deckplate in. but def get it sooner than later just in case

 

SAS it if you don't like the drop bracket kit since the cross member is already cut out.