Quote from WillB on August 1, 2024, 5:51 pm

Ahoy to any interested volunteers or able hands,

Dock repairs will take place starting on Wednesday, 8/7 (removing a brace, and removing wood to be renewed) and Sunday, 8/11 (installing new wood, brace, tire and chain).

I decided to have a "demolition day" in order to be sure of the full scope of materials that are needed, and have them ready for Sunday.

After much scrutiny and thought experiments, it is decided we will go with a simple solution to allow the docks more freedom of movement with the tides, along with replacing some old rotting wood in the process.  I won't go into details here, but the idea is to keep the work inexpensive and easy to maintain.

(Professionally drafted schematics below )

We may also try a prototype of the infamous "Braly Bracket" Patent Pending. After this work is done we will evaluate how well it works and adjust accordingly.

Stuff we have:

Cordless drill/driver

hammer

prybar

pressure treated wood as required

stainless chain

6" deck screws

extension cord to outlet if needed

Stuff we need:

3/4 lag bolts?

spare carpeting material, carpet nails

??

If you can make it out to the docks for help or support, Please and Thank You!

Will B