53 chevy fender braces

[rock141b]

Hi, ol street rodder here but new to the truck scene. I purchased a 53 chevy 1/2 ton from the original owner so its all compete and in primer. My question is about the two fender braces that go from the left/right fenders to the fire wall. I know what they are used for, but I've noticed that some custom trucks eliminate them. So are they essential for the fenders to line up etc. and how are they removed without having the fenders droop or not line up. I would like to remove them when I put the truck back together, thanks for the help.