Had the same thoughts about what cal. Changed mine to the 35 Whelen. Used the A&B barrel from Midway. Glass bed with floating bbl. Timney trigger. Bell and Carlson stock. Larger bolt handle. Was very disapointed with accuracy on the first trip to the range. Took it home, used some JB paste in the barrel. To my delight, the more I shot it, the better it shot. Very pleased with the MOA shooter. This was my first time to attempt this bbl change. Choosing the 35 allowed me to use the bolt as it was. It shoots better than I can.
Jim <")))><