Ok I was wrong about the plumber quote. It was Television repair man! Just looked it up. One of the greatest movies ever.
It’s not hard I have a full shop in my garage and can definitely do it. Just because you or I can do it doesn’t mean it’s the smart thing to do lol.
I can respect that reply, but why isn't it a good idea? The frame in this area is extremely strong. Cutting a piece out shouldn't(And I say that with a grain of salt) hurt anything. I would say the biggest concern would be putting too much heat in to the metal when you weld the filler plate in. But I also think it can be done with some planning.
If it was the only option I’d do it in a heartbeat but you have other options without cutting into the frame of your jeep. Once you cut it, it can NEVER go back! I’ve ran spacers on so many things, can they be dangerous of course but if installed correctly they have no issues. I’d buy a set of rims with the right backspacing if it were me and your dead set on running them. I honestly think running 42’s is crazier than notching the frame. Your gonna find out the first time you wheel the thing that there’s gonna be WAY more cutting involved then you think! Once you cut shit it can’t be put back easily or at all.
Moneys tight for most people but in my opinion notching the frame is easy yes but you could be opening up a whole bunch more issues at the same time. Your gonna need to cut more then just your frame. Stuff those rears and see what it looks like. I no how much I had to CUT off to stuff my 40’s under my JK I couldn’t dream of what I’d have to do to make 42’s work and keep any kind of uptravel at all. I know you said you had plenty of power to turn those 42’s with the 3.6 but you know as well I do that you don’t lol. Especially at freeway speeds or in the mountains. I hated the 3.6 with 40’s. That’s why my jeep now has a 6.4 hemi and 8 speed.
It’s extremely strong so you are going to cut it in half. Makes perfect sense to me.
Presley is young and sometimes doesn’t know what he doesn’t know, but he’s learning. He’s a great guy to wheel with. Good, upbeat attitude. His Jeep is still close to stock and that’s to his credit. His skills & experience and his Jeep are growing together which is making him a better wheeler. Presley isn’t afraid to tackle challenging obstacles and isn’t too proud to back down when he’s in over his head. He’s earned his spot on the trail and I’d wheel with him again anytime.
