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Removing the swim platform can be done. The four main bolts would need to be pushed back in to the boat to remove the platform, and re-sealed in the spring during re-installation. They will be "fun" to get to inside the engine compartment The support tube screws should come out OK, and you would want to re-seal them during re-installation also. It will take at least 2 people, or at least some creativity. There is more to the swim platform than just a couple layers of fiberglass, but I'm not sure what is where inside it.

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Current boat: '02 FW 268 Vista
Previous boat: '95 FW 190 Horizon

Yes there is a wood core but its not very thick, maybe 1/2" or less. I drilled a core out of my platform to mount the Swim Platform accessary bar and davits so I'll look this evening for the pictures from the install

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2005 268 Vista "Sea Pickle II"
1979 AMF Alcort Puffer
Previous:
2003 FW190 Horizon
1973 Startcraft 18ft "Sea Pickle"

Sorry I haven't replied with the pics yet, I haven't been able to locate them. I believe the plug I removed is still down at the warehouse I winter store the boat at so hopefully I can post a pic of that in a few weeks

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2005 268 Vista "Sea Pickle II"
1979 AMF Alcort Puffer
Previous:
2003 FW190 Horizon
1973 Startcraft 18ft "Sea Pickle"