Rex,
You can't stabilize it. I have asked several suppilers about it. I wish you would re-address this question in the "Ordering Thread". I think more folks watch that forum. I have never had a problem with Lignum Vitae that I have sent into the shop. I've had trouble with pieces "ahead of time", i.e. long cracks, etc. Please inspect it as well as you can prior to sending it in.
Best, Capt. Chris