I should have did this long ago

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that is quality wood. The amount of glass in the cap is surprising (its a lot).

They could have built these boats MUCH lighter. My cap (mid 80's hull) had the same thick lamination and 3/4" plywood core.

If I ever rebuild another seacraft, I will re-core the cap with foam and use high density inserts around rod holders/cleats. You could easily shave 150+ pounds off the cap weight, probably more.

Of course a heavy boat rides nice, but you pay for it in fuel economy.