Great day for a drive/pick and pull score

that's not too bad at all. Hell, you could rubber plug that hole, in a pinch. OR... Square off the hole, weld in a filler plate, spray or brush on a protectant from the inside (you'll likely have to use a stick or extension to reach the hole repair on the inside) then POR15 the outside? just a thought.

We are on the same page. but I will not rubber plug it. My current gas tank is "ok" lots of rust that is trapped by an inline filter I need to change out once or twice a year. This tank will be my solution so I want to fix it right and take my time. PM on its way...