In this picture you can clearly see the 5 stringer engine bracket that was added. It will have a bit of flotation , surface under the waterline, new aluminum gas tanks were built for 500 gallon capacity and these were moved lower and forward to bring the center of gravity to its ideal location, close to behind the driver. Since the sole was brought up 1.5 inches for better visibility of the occupants, the gunwales also were brought up creating a more aggressive intake scoop as well as creating a flatter wider surface to walk to the bow