Drilling weep holes, Keeping the trunk rust free (ish). Options

[Shivers]

When I got my 1972 it came with trunk rust, it was 10 years old. My 1974 has a big hole where the trunk should be. But Howard here has a trunk without any holes not designed to be there. I can remember some members here, I think Sir Andy was one talking about drilling or had drilled weep holes to let the moisture out. I’m looking for some direction on location of the holes and what size has worked best. Did you weld tubing to the hole to run it past the heat shield and muffler? Thanks

[eric9144]

A long time ago, someone actually suggested using a good bead of black silicone bathroom caulk on the tail light housings vs the funky foam seals that we're supposed to use. Seals -way- better and if you have leaks in those areas (most do), its an easy cost effective "one and done" solution.
The weep holes are a good idea! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[930cabman]

A long time ago, someone actually suggested using a good bead of black silicone bathroom caulk on the tail light housings vs the funky foam seals that we're supposed to use. Seals -way- better and if you have leaks in those areas (most do), its an easy cost effective "one and done" solution.
The weep holes are a good idea! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

Be careful not to imbed the light housings in sealant, you will never be able to remove them without significant damage. Don't ask

weeps are probably a great idea, or even better, never take her out when it's raining