I've had second thoughts on modifying a Lightning.
Somehow, I think drastically modifying a hull beyond the designers intent could be wrong (from a conscience point of view). Sparkman & Stevens deserve better than to have one of their most proven designs chopped up.
Why the change of heart? I spoke to my father this AM. He sailed Lightning number 19 :!: in the 1940s (they're at 15000 or so now). He had very fond memories, and a very strong endorsement of the Lightning. I didn't dare divulge that I may change one.
Anyway... the increased complexity underway, and setting up those shrouds during a trailer launch is really a draw back to the Lightning.
An already built CS20 would be nice... but economically, a non-competitive Lightning fits the pocket book.
Building a CS20 is feasible as I could slip it under the financial radar in increments... but building won't be an option until 2005 at the earliest.