Instruction 6x16 Float Dockmaker

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Dockmaker.

com 6’x16’ Float Section


For Non-commercial and Non-public Applications
To make a
Gap Filler Strip
Rip a 2x6 at 45 deg.
(Length wise). Cross cut
to the length of the gap
leaving room for the Hinge
Plate. Put the right angle
edge flush with the deck
Gap Filler Strip
surface.
Reduces space to 3/4“ - 1”
where sections join.
INSTRUCTIONS
Typical framing to be of grade #1, P.T. min. with 2x6 for non-commercial, light
load.
Add intermediate framing boards and or increase their size to improve load and
duty capacity.
Typical decking to be 5/4x6 P.T. Or Cedar, materials that span up to 24“. Floatation mounts
Use 3“ (10 penny) galvanized nails for assembly. to bottom of frame
Decking to be cut 6’ flush to frame to prevent snagging with boats and gear.
with Lag Kit #9278-6
Router along the ends of the deck boards with a 3/8“ radius to soften edges and
reduce splinters.
Use typical 1/2“ spacing between deck boards to avoid leaf and other debris
trapping.
For reinforcing butt joints that could pull apart at the nails, use the Corner Iron
(#6027A) with carriage bolts.

Lumber Requirements Parts List


4-16’ 2x Long Stringers 6-#2305 12“x24”x48” Foam Filled Floats
3-16’ 2x Long Sringers (for comp deck) 6-#9278-6 Lag Kit for Foam Filled Floats
2-6’ 2x End Stringers 16-#6027A Corner Iron
12 Lin Ft 2x blocking 4-#6010 Reinforced Hinge Plates
32-5/4x6x6’ Deck Boards 15-#9280 Bolt Kits
Add 2x for Gap Filler Strips (See above desc.) 2-#9092 Hinge Bolt w/Nylock (to link up next section)
Add for cleats, bumpers and other accessories.
(The Hinge Plates type and placement listed here may vary from what is actually
required to complete your overall dock plan.) Reinforced Hinge Plate #6010

16’-0

2’-0

Add stringers centered Reinforcement Blocking


between original stringers Corner Iron between stringers
6’-0
to support Thru-flow TM #6027A
Cut Length 5’-9
or composite decking. Cut Length 15’-9

2’-0

5’-0 5’-0
5/4x6x6’ Decking (32 Required)

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you are hereby advised to consult with an architect or public engineer licensed to perform services in the community where
your dock project will be installed, along with code enforcement in said community. The project owner who uses Dockmaker
plans and instructions accepts sole responsibility for the safety and overall performance of the designs.

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