The thought was if there was something to modify it for better drainage it’d be better to do before paint. The truck won’t see a lot of water. Although I’m sure there will be water in the back from either a rain storm here or there or washing the truck. The front panel is lower then the cross member and the holes to attach the boards so the water will collect on that front panel. Proved that today while wet sanding. I could drill a few holes in that piece I suppose. Thanks Kevin I have seen that suggestion, that’s the suggestion I was alluding to in my initial post. I was going to do that to the boards. I’m just trying do any little tricks to help keep the truck in good condition for the duration due to the amount of time and money I have in to the truck. Thanks

Adam