American Fiberlite Corp.

American Fiberlite Corp. (also spelled American Fiber-Lite Inc. or similar variations like American Fiberlite) was a small U.S. boat manufacturer, primarily known for producing affordable fiberglass canoes and possibly other small watercraft during the 1970s through the early 1990s.
Key details about the company:

Location — Based in Marion, Illinois (address listed as Rt 7 Box 26 A, Marion, IL 62959 in historical records).
Owner/Operator — Associated with Eldon Benz.
U.S. Coast Guard Manufacturer Identification Code (MIC) — MYW (sometimes listed under related names like Marion Fiber-Lite Inc.).
Products — They specialized in low-cost, entry-level fiberglass canoes built using a "chopper gun" (spray-up chopped fiberglass) method. Models included:
12-foot tandem/sport canoes.
15-foot versions (e.g., Patriot 15).
Some were sold through retailers like Sears, often for $200–$250 in their era.