Ideas for the rust hole under my TJ tailgate hinge

the body is basically in decent shape (the frame on the other hand is well aged) and dont need diamondplate. Thinking about cutting the rust out and putting a panel there.... so I can avoid real body work. Thinking about 12V,110V or air line, maybe water? Dont have a tire carrier so the space is available. Googled and couldnt find anything. Super common rust spot so I figure someone must have done something creative. Id be fine with punching/cutting whatever to get access to run lines/hose. At least I think so- that area is a little mysterious.
 

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