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I believe DOT requires them on vehicles that came with them if you are getting it inspected. It also depends on the inspector. I've heard of inspectors failing people because he didn't have any fluid in the tank to prove his washers worked.
It's not that bad to drill in fiberglass or carbon fiber. (assuming thats what you have) Just put a piece of tape on each side of where you are going to drill.