Mine has one and I've seen pics here of others, too. I think it was put in at the factory. It's right over the fill hose fitting on my tank. I agree, it's good place for water to intrude. If I ever get time to work on mine, the console will be moved forward so that it covers the front edge of the tank hatch. With the 4 stroke on the back, I need forward weight and more fishing room in the back. That will cover all that up.
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