Been looking at this as an option...I'll re-check the ID of my pole, as the closest Alu tube is 1.5"...might be too tight to fit inside the carbon. Would prefer adding the length to the tack (forward) end, since no changes to the snuffer scoop and compression strut post location would be needed.

If I do need to move the carbon Skunk scoop, any suggestions on how to get it off...it's epoxied in place
Lars Guck (builder) recommended a heat gun and careful prying with a "5in1".