I didn't say anything about testing a build for mods. I just responded to the comment about only needing 1 armor piece per element, which you will want more than one IF you also want builds focused on maximizing different stats, such as for a melee or grenade build.
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And my response is that, if you want to "around with mods" as the OP stated, the you can do so by having different armor pieces. Once you find a mod build you like, then you go for stat rolls that compliment it.