Crossmember modification?

[RPM5595]

Hi,

Building a 89 Mustang. I know that in SS/GT and Modified classes you can remove the center part of the front crossmember and then mount the steering rack on a new round tube crossmember. Does that mean I can also cut off the factory engine mount stands that are welded to the part of the crossmember that remains? Would seem to be reasonable but then again...................... Thanks.

Jay Roeder