i only live a few miles from sp tanks in barnegat (
http://www.sptanks.com/webdev/home.htm) so if i wanted any work done id end up calling them. my budget is pretty tight on this boat (26 year old dad trying to make ends meet) but i think im going to at least pull it and check for corrosion/fill it with water and see if it holds. maybe fill it with water and give it a few pumps with a bicycle tire inflator. if all checks out than maybe coat it with por-15 or something similar. if you arent familiar with por-15, i strongly suggest you check them out. im trying to make the boat as safe and reliable as possible without breaking the bank. i should have some time this weekend to pull the tank, rebuild the carbs, and check out all the wiring (ensure bilge pump operation, check gauges, etc.) so anticipate some pictures. thanks for all the help and opinions so far guys (and gals if so applies).