I have no idea what tht stuff on the tank would be??
As for the bow eye, they are reinforced were the eye goes, I would inspect the inside of the hull to see if they installed anything to mke it strong there??
I would drive on and use transom straps on that thing before I would trust!
If you get it, maybe you can by a new taller trailer stop, and then be able to use the oringal holes??
But what ever holes you use make sure the others are filled and sealed!!
Here is the rod loacation I speak of, ask the guy if he knows weather ity has been changed or not?? Its about the age now that if it hasn't gone it will be soon!
