can be done, depending on the pad configuration, you may need to grind it down to fit the inside of the stock, and the outside diameter as well as to fit the stock. The screw mounts inside will need to be set back and drilled deeper. Depending on the length cut off you may need to shorten a screw a thread or 2 to avoid having it come through the outside of the stock. While at, fill the stock with some spray foam to take the hollow ring out.