4wd big block cross member

[69CvyPickup4x]

first off i know the thread is worthless without pics but they will be here asap.. my truck is a 4x and when bought (from PO) came with a 396 bbl, i removed it in favor of a brand new 454 i had, when i pulled the motor out i noticed the cross member was cut right down the center and split apart, there is about a 1" gap. i dont know if the frame is bent also as a result of the cut cross member or if the cross member was cut to be made wider.. i dont know. im lookin for any suggestions i need to start TODAY on it. ANY HELP GREATLY GREATLY APPRECIATED thanks