I believe he said he started your tank today, so 5 months would be him lying (Again?).Thanks. I take it that you are still twisting in the wind on yours?
I'm trying to be patient. I did message him back, following the advice of @DaneGer21 ... told him that I don't want it rushed, I want it right. Not that I want to wait 5 more months but I will really be defeated if another tank sits in my garage with seams that look like this one.
Mine got wet today regardless of the issues, which were irritating, but not like yours. I was offered a replacement/refund plus cash on stand, but I told him I couldn't wait any longer. I'll make due. I posted a new pic on build thread if you wanna see how us little tankers live