1973 Tsunami to Center Console Conversion

[jgrisham]

Ok so I picked up a 23 Tsunami/Scepter for short money and I am looking to convert her to a center console, pretty much the same way this boat was done except without the livewell. http://s728.photobucket.com/albums/w...view=slideshow


So for my first few questions: Does this fuel tank look like stainless to anyone else? Whats the chances that the "314" written on top of the tank is in fact the grade of steel used?

It looks like provisions may have been made to allow for "breathing" around the tank to prevent corrosion.

I am on a very tight budget and would rather not fork out 1k for a tank but at the same time, I don't want to die in a fiery explosion. Which of you forum members would risk keeping this tank? Thanks