Xikar 5 Stick Travel Caddy

I recently acquired a Xikar 5 Stick Travel Caddy from a friend who had trouble opening it after a flight. He has since purchased a small Pelican Case with a pressure relief.

My question is since I dont use the built in humidifier but use a Boveda pack should I cut the top foam and velcro the Boveda to make it fit. It seems very tight laying on top of the smokes.

Will laying the Boveda on the smokes:

a) Crush the smokes.
b) Provide enough room in the Caddy for the Boveda to work.

Thanks for any help.