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Yes, that is how I do it. I would not let the old birds in, until very close to dark. Then the urge to roost is nearly as strong as the urge to fight. I have had very good luck with this. If you are very worried about this, you might: let the old birds out, new birds in coop/run near dark, put...

After you have had them this way for a while, flip them. Put them in the opposite sides that they are now. This lets the old birds see the new birds in their territory. It lets the new birds explore the new area without being chased or harassed. Mrs K