Quote Originally Posted by jrevens View Post
I did think of enlarging the hole for the strainer assembly, tapping it for the next size larger pipe thread, then permanently installing a brass bushing with epoxy on the threads.
I thought about that too. What you describe here would be the repair to do if there is ever a problem reinstalling the drain valve. The only change I would suggest would be to use fuel tank sealant (PRC) instead of epoxy to glue the brass fitting in.