I'd love to hear updates as things progress. I have the Choate .308 FPC from Cabela's too and about to get it outfitted for the first time. I was about to get the base you're taking off. Seems that IF you would've taken a dremel to it then it would've been fine? I'll check on the new one you're getting too for sure. I'm also considering the Millet LRS-1 so also interested in hearing what happens with that too. Hell, we're almost brothers from a different mother in gun choice. Keep us updated man and best of luck! 8)