I used two bolts with the hex heads cut off to screw into the action and act as a guide when putting the action into the stock during bedding. I made sure I covered them with my release agent because some of the bedding material did migrate down in that area, however it was such a thin amount that it broke up easy when taking those guide screws out. I ran a drill back thru the pillars to make sure they were cleaned out good. Without seeing the actual stock you are trying to bed, I can't really answer the second question. However, I drilled holes to act as anchors for the bedding and also removed material to make sure it was a decent thickness in the areas I was trying to bed.
Good luck with it. I'm sure if you just take your time you will do fine.
Here is the first one I ever did.. Its not the best, but I learned some things...
http://www.savageshooters.com/showth...ss-Bedding-job
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