I must ask what are you building? Or better, why is the use of GMAW and ER70S-6 required? SMAW and SAW processes both offer -50 electrodes verified by the manufacture. You could weld up a coupon and have it tested at -50 but that is one test, Lincoln and the others do not rate their prodcuts...
As an Owner/User you can follow API 510 and repair the vessel without the use of a NB-23 shop and inspector. You will not be able to add the "R" stamp unless you use a National Board location and AI.
API 570 Section 7.1.2 Newly Installed Piping Systems or Changes in Service, lists 3 methods.
a) A corrosion rate for a piping circuit may be calculated from data collected by the owner/user on piping systems of simular material and service.
b) If data for the same or simular service are not...