As the days turn colder (and shorter!), my dock project is progressing. Although I'm becoming more and more proficient with all of this "on the job training," I don't think I'm going to give up my day job to become a dock installer later in life.
As you can see by the picture, the decking is done, and the roof is underway. I've been working on the gangplank as well.
The folks at Alumadock have been extremely helpful, which is good because this dock kit was not really designed for a "do-it-yourselfer". For instance, I had problems with aluminum bolts breaking off until I learned that professional dock installers use a product called "Anti-Seize" spray to treat the aluminum during installation.
Neighbors have been extremely helpful as well, as I found that some tasks required an extra set of hands. When I'm finished with this phase of my life, I plan to publish a summary of what I've learned! Stay tuned . . .
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