OK guys I know we have lots of threads about cowl repair out there, but i have seen varying opinions from several people and sites on this. I have removed the top part of the cowl and the rust wasnt quit as bad as I expected. on the passenger side there is only a small rust hole on the side of the hat and then some pitting just around the hat, but the metal feels solid. I have patch panels for bothe sides, but should I replace the panel on the passenger side to fix the hat and get rid of the pitting or just pact the hat and treat it for the rust and leave the pitted metal if it feels solid?