I wouldnt worry bout the front crumple zone. As for the impact sensors they are behind/beside the rad and it wont affect them...I would do just as you said. Box in those in the front ends like you said and it will be good to go.

And also we BETTER see pics <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

03 Montero XLS, OME 2"suspension lift,Full skid plates, Extended Diff/transfer breathers. 34 LTB's, Winch w/syn rope, Locked front/rear.