"When you say "action channel" are you refering to the section where the trigger drops down?"

No,I could not think of a better term at the time. Your gun and barrel areone piece construction likethe newer CVA guns. I was thinking of the part of the channel thatbegins abouttwo inches forward of the lug and extends to the rear. Do not grind or filein this area. Justscratch it a little with sand paper so the bedding can get a good hold.

Looks like you have done a good job floating the barrel on your gun. Bedding adds support to the rear of the gun barrel/action. Your gun has a better stock than some of the CVA guns: Some of them are pretty flimsy and they flex a lot.