FLM Savage Skid Issue

I was trying to build up the FLM kit using parts from an older Savage 25 kit. Apparently, when HPI redesigned this truck to the Savage X, they shortened the front & rear plastic skid plates by 1/8" - 1/4".

Since it would appear that the FLM kit is designed around the Savage X, using the original style plastic skids, leaves you with almost a 1/2" less room then is required by the FLM center skid.

Go figure.

Not a big deal, but definitely a surprise and a head scratcher at the time.