Drilling frame support

This may seem trivial, but I’m wondering if anyone has drilled a hole in this support to aid in drainage. I’ve noticed this has been a pocket for salt, sand, and road debris. It seems like an area that will cause premature corrosion.

 

Not sure if anyone has done it, but I doubt it would be a problem. Guys have drilled it out to mount GM bump stops and I don't think they had problems. Could lead to stress cracking but it's pretty beefy metal in that spot.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/active-rear-bumpstop-gm-retrofit.575794/

 

Depends on the hole size.
“Should” be fine, don’t go too big.

 

I’d say either dill it or fill it in with something to keep the salt out.

I’d go with 2 small 1/8” holes. On in front and one behind where the bump stop contacts the pad.
Just my .02

 

Just spray it with wool wax or similar

 

This is exactly what I did. No issues so far.

 

It's what I have done and I revisit it.

 

you could easily drill out a 1/2" hole and be fine

 

You won't hurt that by drilling a hole in it.

 

I second this two tiny holes will be plugged really fast.

 

I think that'll be the plan then. Would it be advisable to prime and paint? I use Fluid Film every winter too, but it that pocket seems to be a rust spot just waiting to happen.

 

grab a step bit, drill your hold. Takes 20 seconds. Then Hit it with black rustoleum and call it a day.

 

same -- no issues