Hi Timothy. I'd like to know, too. I just want to take mine out for easier access to the rear section. You know, the no-man's land under the cockpit where only Hobbits can fit. I'm 6'5 & 230lbs., I don't need that cabin step, but I would like to be able to access those port storage bins. I can't believe they originally advertised this boat as sleeping six!
If Crazy Dave sees this post he will know. He is an expert on the 23.5.