Curious if anyone could recommend a floating work dock. The canal we live on does not allow us to build a rap around dock due to the canal width. So when I pull it in facing north, I know I’m not cleaning the starboard side as well as the port side. Normally each time I come in I reverse which side I come in. I guess it’s ok to do it this way but I’m meticulous when it comes to cleaning. So wondering if someone could recommend a floating dock they have used before? Something that weighs no more than 75-100 pounds. Tyia for your responses.
Floating Work Dock
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Michiman
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Hmmm, how about a small rowboat or something similar?
Timdelta
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Foam sandwiched between plywood is the common thing in Sarasota. It’s kinda heavy. But cheap. Very stable.
What about an inflatable water mat. Most are 5 to 8 feet wide by 8 to 15 feet long. I have a 5 x 8 and when inflated it is rigid and can be walked on without much give while in the water. I have seen a 40 inch by 20 feet long gym tumbling mat that is inflatable as well.
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Put a sheet of plywood on top of that mat and it’s perfect.
Thanks for all the great ideas guys. I remember now I have an old innertube that I use to pull the kids with. It was good size where I could pull four munchkins in there. Maybe a thin piece of plywood on that would work well. Have a great day! and thanks again!
BigKahuna
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Are you talking about cleaning the toons or the panels ?
Both but especially the toons. I’m so irritated with my dealer I could scream! I have another question about my engine that I’m putting on the QX thread. Hope you guys can help me there also
BigKahuna
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The best way to clean your toons is to get in the water! When we kept our boat in the water, we used to find a no-wake zone cove and we used our "throw pillows" to sit/float on. Several members on here use wash gloves or rags and just wipe away! We've even had members use a life jacket upside down by slipping their legs through and float and clean their toons! Whatever works for you!
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Great idea!