I'm just nervous about punching holes in the airbox that close to the rear tire  that just seems like a really good way to blow a lot of crap and water into the filter.

Believe me, I was sitting there looking at the drill and thinking about it, but... just makes me a little oogie. Besides, can't really undo that one. :P
Anybody have any problems with punching holes in the airbox?
--Jaeger