Firstly, I said it doesn't "necessarily" make it right. If a proper structural analysis of the reinforcement is done to assure at least equal strength, then all is well.
Secondly, there is data to support either claim - VANS did the initial testing on the unmodified structure and assessed it to be sound.
I also arranged my panel to avoid cutting and there is absolutely nothing wrong with my layout.
As usual, I acknowledge your rights under the US system to modify as you wish, with or without engineering justification.