Fuel Filler Block Off

I have searched but maybe not calling this what it should be. Regarding my 1971 CJ5, at some point the under the seat fuel tank was removed and a rear tank was added (I think, still learning). I don't plan to reinstall a tank under the seat but that has left me with the filler hole open. I'm sure there have been some creative ways to fill that hole or maybe even some type of aftermarket plate to block it off. Know of any?? Any cool ideas I can steal? I can certainly make a plate, bond it and do the body work but wasn't sure if there was a different direction.....

 

71 was a rear tank only
PO installed the under seat tank
if it was me I would flange a patch panel and spot weld it through screw holes . less bondo

 

As said 1971 was the first full year of rear tank.

 

That gives me a clearer picture, thank you. My wife always has one of those insulated cups when she is out....maybe I will make it into her cup holder!

 

Mopar project cj66 had that spot filled with air pressure gauge and switch for onboard air system. You might be able to add a chuck as well. If not using a tank you could put a retractable hose real under the seat. OK maybe a bit much but just dreaming....

 

I hope this project doesn't go down a rabbit hole like that, it's only going to be a simple build

 

This feature was the main reason I kept the filler neck from my '57 tub when I replaced it with a '70 tub! Such a great use of the space.

 

Welcome from Michigan, now you have storage under the Drivers seat too. Good Luck.

 

I have a painted piece of sheet metal glued there with 2 part epoxy.