1978 Bayliner Liberty - fuel tank - replacement or repair?

Hi
I just got this boat on a trade and the fuel tank is leaking somewhere, I've checked all the hoses and think it is in the tank itself somewhere... it looks like a stainless fuel tank but the boat is a 1978 so odds are it is rotten somewhere... my question is how do I get to the fuel tank? it is in the middle of the floor and looks to be built in under a layer of plywood. Do I have to cut the wood to get it out? or is that a bad Idea? any help or suggestions of how to go about finding and fixing the leak would be great . I am not a mechanic but I can fix the common problems in most things ... should I leave this to a professional or is it something a regular guy could tackle?

thanks in advance for any help you may be

Re: 1978 Bayliner Liberty - fuel tank - replacement or repair?

my question is how do I get to the fuel tank? it is in the middle of the floor and looks to be built in under a layer of plywood. Do I have to cut the wood to get it out?

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Ayuh,.... Welcome Aboard,...

Ya might possibly get it out, by pullin' the motor 1st, or more likely, Yes, cut a hatch in the deck...

Don't even think of fixin' it,... Replace it.... I prefer Plastic...