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Hardware

Flotation

Accessories

Gulfside Docks provides a variety of parts and components for those who want to build or repair their own docks. They may be purchased and picked up at Gulfside Docks or may be shipped FOB Port Richey. We do not provide "dock plans" as a wide variety of construction methods are compatible with our dock hardware and flotation units. However, if you have a question regarding the use of our products, please feel free to contact us.

Hardware

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Hardware Packages

Gulfside Style Ramp Hardware Set

Full Set	200.00
Half Set	100.00
Extra Per Pair for Commercial Seawall	10.00

includes:

4	Ramp Straps
4	Hinge angles
4	3/4" x 5" Bolts
26	5/16" x 3 1/2" Lag Screws
6	3/8" x 3 Lag Screws
6	3/8" Shields

Support Pipe Hardware Set

Complete	150.00
without pipe	100.00

includes:

Angled or Straight

4	Support Pipe Hinges
2	12ft. x 1 5/8" Sch20 Pipe
6	5/16" x 3 1/2" Lag Screws
6	3/8" x 3 Lag Screws
6	3/8" Shields
4	3/8" x 3 1/2" Hex Bolts
8	3/8" Nuts

U-Style Hardware Set

Without Seawall Fasteners	85.00
With 1/2" x 6" Lag & Shield	100.00

includes:

4	U-Brackets
4	Flat, 1/4" x 2" x 8" (drilled)
8	3/8" x 2 1/2" Hex Bolts
8	3/8" Washers
8	3/8" Nuts
2	1/2" x 3" Hex Bolts (to Dock)
4	1/2" X 4 1/2" Hex Bolts
6	1/2" Washers
10	1/2" Nuts

Cable Kit

Galvanized Set	40.00
Stainless Set	80.00

includes:

2	16ft x 1/4" Cables
4	Cable Clamps
2	Stainless Steel Eyes
2	3/8" Shields (5/8" drill)

Ladder Hardware Set

Without Ladder	16.00
With Ladder	96.00
Ladder Only	80.00

includes:

2	Ladder Brackets
2	1/2" x 1 7/8" CPVC
2	1/2" x 3" Hex Bolts
1	2 1/2" Brass Hook
4	5/16" x 3" Lag Screws
4	1/2" Nuts
2	1/2" Washers
2	1/4" x 3" Lag Screws

Flotation

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Calculating Flotation

Our EPS (Expanded PolyStyrene) billets have a density of 1 pound per cubic foot. Each cubic foot of foam will support 60 pounds. You can use these numbers to calculate the flotation support of any size foam.

Here is a sample calculation for a 16"/24" pair, 12 ft. (144in.) long:

foam dimensions				÷1728	x 60lbs/cu.ft.=
16" x 17" x 144"	=	39168 cu.in.	=	22.67 cu.ft.	1360 lbs.
24" x 17" x 144"	=	58752 cu.in.	=	34 cu ft	2040 lbs.

total flotation support =					3400 lbs

By this calculation, the foam will be completely submerged when loaded beyond 3400 pounds. In practice, you will want to have flotation support well beyond the maximum anticipated load. This will keep most of the foam (and your dock) out of the water in unloaded conditions, and provide support for additional transient loads. Also, unprotected EPS foam will lose buoyancy over time in the water. Having extra flotation initially helps to compensate for this eventual loss.

Dock Components and Accessories

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40" Wood Post with Holes	17.00	Each
40" Wood Post without Holes	14.00	Each
Fish Table Top, HD plastic	75.00	Each
H-Frame (plus hardware)	100.00	Each
Cleats, 8" Aluminum	8.00	Each
with 15/16" x 4" Lag	9.00	Each
Cleats, 10" Aluminum	10.00	Each
with 3/8" x 5" Lag	11.00	Each
Cleats, 12" Aluminum	12.00	Each
with 3/8" x 6" Lag	14.50	Each
Rub Strip, Standard Straight	3.00	Foot (not installed)
Bracket, Galv. for Roller	13.50	Pair
5' Long, 6 Each Roller Bunks	165.00	Pair
Piling Caps/Cones	12.00	Each
Dock & Deck Stain Sealer	20.00	Gallon