I am going to be pillar bedding my axis II into a boyds prairie hunter stock with a v3 metal parts kit next week. Ive talked to a few of the old gunsmiths in my area - southern TN - and they all say to just pillar bed the back and to bed the recoil lug and front pillar. I am also going to bed my metal trigger guard if it doesnt fit flush and keep the barrel free floated - spaced during the bedding. I will let you know if I have any problems. Good Luck with your project.