The forend would install 95% of the way, and the latch would not snap. I lightly dressed fore and aft, until it now installs and closes well. Thanks for the guidance.

I think it's all as good as I can make it now. The gun is much better than it was when I got it, which was the goal.

It's about as good as I can get it, and what I could afford to do. Happy to have learned many things along the way.

Brian, if you don't mind, what do you charge for a new roll?

I should have gone with an oversized roll joint in the first place. Got one coming this week from Brian. He was very helpful with picking the right size for the job, and it was $125.

Wow! That's more than reasonable!

Joe,
Sorry i did not see your question on the cost when you first asked it.
Yes, $125 for a new roll joint in one of three oversizes.