If you found the tap, that solves the problem. I guess you were talking about cutting the center link, not the tie rod ends. If you are a good welder it shouldnt be a problem at all. I have shortned many of these, when no tap was available at the time. I cut out the desired ammount. Found some solid stock to fit inside the tube. Drilled a couple of holes in each center link end, inserted rod. I also beveled the ends of tube where they join. Tack it together. Weld thru holes to solid stock inside, and weld joint in center. Don't do this with a small 110 mig. Use larger mig, or stick welder. I personally like a stick for critical areas such as this. But when welded like this. That will be the strongest part of that center link. But thats just my opinion.......