I just ordered a Boyds featherweight thumbhole stock for my TH XP in .243. Next I'll get the remaining bottom metal that I need. I talked with Savage and have the parts numbers for those. However, I read earlier that my Boyds doesn't come with pillars? Will I need those in my Boyds or should I just leave them in my factory stock. Anyway, any help would be greatly appreciated. Not sure the direction to go since I'm a novice with improving my rifle. Thank you for your help and info. Jack