If it was a synthetic stock I would not do it, but the ones I have messed are wood and they were no problem. I'm just a hobbiest. I know there are some guys on here who are wizards with metal and wood work. So listen to them for sure. If all else fails take it to a smith you trust and pay to have it done. May not be what you want to hear, but ultimately cheaper then spending hours of frustration and ultimately buying a new stock when the one you have is so messed up its a lost cause.
