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Old 03-02-2021, 11:10 AM   #1
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Barn door latch drainage?

Dear All,

Eventhough i changed all the door gaskets, whenever it rains
there is a puddle of water accumulating in the bottom of the latches..
Is this normal? Should there be a hole for drainage?
Shall i just drill one or two holes?

Thanks for help..

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Old 03-02-2021, 12:59 PM   #2
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Re: Barn door latch drainage?

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Dear All,

Eventhough i changed all the door gaskets, whenever it rains
there is a puddle of water accumulating in the bottom of the latches..
Is this normal? Should there be a hole for drainage?
Shall i just drill one or two holes?

Thanks for help..

I have the same problem with my '67 Panel Truck. So far I have just been drying it out after it rains. I really can't see a problem with drilling a couple of small drain holes, one in each inner corner.

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Old 03-02-2021, 01:03 PM   #3
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Re: Barn door latch drainage?

It's not just barn doors, my Burban with the hatch and gate collects water there too. And it eventually works its way into the spare well. I have debated with myself whether to drill a hole or not.
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Old 03-04-2021, 07:19 AM   #4
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Re: Barn door latch drainage?

Thank you for the replies..

I think I also would be in a long term debate..

Burb is freshly painted a few months ago, but already started to rust on that portion while it has been away for some work (unfortunately stays outside).
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