Well, we started cutting.
Rub points:
Raised the upper 3 mounting holes about 3-3.5", wanted to keep the lower bolts and cab mount bolts in place. So I'm also planning on sectioning the inner fender and adding fill plates.
Before:
After:
Yeah, it's not great. I've never attempted anything like this before (that should be obvious) but I believe in learning by doing. Passenger side should go better.