bxroads--
Keep the rifle in a warm place for a couple of days and you won't have any problems. I've bedded 50+ rifles in the past 6 years and never had a problem, as long as I waited at least 48 hours.
Do, however, sand the aluminum block and degrease it with Gunscrubber or alcohol before bedding. They are usually rough enough to not need slots cut in the block, but it wouldn't hurt. Good luck on your first attempt... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
