this is a question of semantics.
if you want a "Restoration" of this deck, start with a more sold base. you will have a difficult time getting this to original condition - think show piece
if you want to "Refurbish" this piece and make it useable and presentable then yes break out the welder and sheet metal. that is the great part about metal you can always cut add reweld etc. I would however suggest you media blast this again before you weld or paint or POR - no reason to trap the rust in.
if you want to blast it and leave it outside another year or not paint anytime soon use an epoxy primer -its waterproof. self etching primer will let the water through and rust again if no color coat is applied.
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