F-150 patch panel

[truckone176]

I have a 2006 F-150 with a decent rust spot on the tailgate that needs to be cut out and replaced. My question is this, does anyone know what gauge metal I need for the patch?

 

[readhead]

20 ga cold rolled should do the trick.

 

[truckone176]

Thanks, I am doing some repair this coming week.