do a search for pinch weld mod. I went by the directions and had no problems. I to was not sure about doing this mod myself, until I saw the pics on here. I was able to keep the mud guards to.
super easy. it'll be cheaper if you do it yourself and there's no way you can screw up a small job like that. feel confident because no one will be able to see the job you done even if it is shotty. this is the type of thing beginners can start on.