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Step-by-Step How-To Video Guides

Streamline your Porta-Dock ownership experience

Simplifying assembly, maintenance, and customization of your dock or lift system, these videos provide quick and easy solutions.
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  • HOW TO USE THE LIFT-ASSIST TOOLBAR ON YOUR BOAT LIFT

    The Lift-Assist Toolbar is helpful in breaking the lift posts free from the lake bottom and guiding the lift when pulling it from...See More

  • HOW TO USE BOAT LIFT SCREW LEGS

    Before adjusting anything, make sure the boat, or any weight, is off the lift. Remove the cap located on the side of the...See More

  • HOW TO CHECK THE LIFT WINCH CABLE GUIDE

    The cable guide is made for three thousand to seven thousand pound vertical lifts. It helps the cable wind up properly on the...See More

  • HOW TO REPLACE THE VERTICAL LIFT WINCH CABLE

    This video will show you how to use ratchet straps to assist you in replacing the winch cable on a lift that is...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL THE SOLAR CHARGE CONTROLLER AND PANEL

    Porta-Dock offers a 10W and 20W solar panel. Feed the wiring of the solar panel down through the top of the solar panel...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL THE 103B WHEEL KIT

    ​​Make sure all weight is off the lift before trying to move it, or applying the weight of the lift to the wheels....See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL SOLID CONNECTIONS ON TRUSS DOCKS

    Position two Truss Dock sections end to end, ensuring the bolt holes are aligned. Starting on one side, insert two bolts into the...See More

  • HOW TO ATTACH THE TRUSS DOCK TOW BAR

    The tow bar is used to assist in the installation or removal of your Truss Dock from the water. Using the provided bolts,...See More

  • HOW TO ATTACH SEAWALL BRACKETS

    You will need at least two seawall brackets to provide stability for your dock. Use the four five-sixteenth-inch holes in each bracket to...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL POST DOCK CONNECTOR BRACKETS

    Post Dock connector brackets are used to join dock sections together. Start by positioning the first connector bracket on the bottom edge of...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL THE ADJUSTABLE WHEEL KIT

    The L95 Adjustable Wheel Kit for Truss Docks includes a sixty-inch leg and can be installed along the side of the dock to...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL THE SHORE-END ADJUSTABLE WHEEL KIT

    The L90 Shore-End Adjustable Wheel Kit includes a thirty-six inch leg to provide optimal adjustment range. Using a three-quarter-inch wrench, bolt the leg...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL POCKET EXTENSIONS

    The E94 pocket extension is used on a Post Dock with round posts by providing a longer pocket for more adjustment. The extensions...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL TRUSS DOCK SLIP BRACKET

    The slip bracket’s main use is to attach additional dock sections when there is no solid connection available, such as when attaching a...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL PANEL CLIPS

    Screw the black bar knob into the panel clip bracket so that the threaded stud is flush with the top of the plate....See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL STABILIZER KITS

    The stabilizer kits come with two galvanized steel rods and are meant to push the dock posts out for more stability. Stabilizer kits...See More

  • HOW TO APPLY CORK TAPE

    Porta-Dock requires cork tape on all dock sections with removable aluminum or Victory composite decking panels. The cork tape helps: Significantly reduce noise...See More

  • HOW TO USE THE DOCK LEVELER

    Unlock the winch and ensure the line is correctly positioned over the top pulley. Slide the dock leveler over the leg post with...See More

  • HOW TO ATTACH ADDITIONAL POSTS TO A TRUSS DOCK

    Porta-Dock makes two additional post brackets that will accept round or square posts. The C113 bracket must be attached to the corner angles...See More

  • HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT ON MULTI-DOCK W/SCREW LEGS

    Slide the deck panel out of place. Take a wrench and loosen the upper set screw. Apply a socket to the adjustment screw...See More

  • PORTA-DOCK 1265 PWC LIFT MAINTENANCE

    At the end of the season, inspect cables for any frays or broken wires. If excessive frays or breaks are noted, contact...See More

  • HOW TO ADJUST DOCK HEIGHT WITH A LIFT JACK

    Loosen set the screw. Take the rubber cap off the top of the panel. Use a cordless drill to adjust to your desired...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL A CANOPY FABRIC COVER

    There is no designation for front and back. Your canopy cover should come with coil hooks, shock bungee cord, and s-hooks. Attach the...See More

  • HOW TO LEVEL A PORTA-DOCK LIFT

    Do NOT attempt to adjust with the boat on the lift. Loosen the set screw and pull/push the leg post to the desired...See More

  • HOW TO INSTALL A MOTORIZED WINCH CABLE

    Insert the key into the side of the motorized winch kit to activate the winch. As the motor spools the cable into the...See More

  • HOW TO ADJUST TRUSS DOCK LEVEL W/ WINCHES

    Loosen the set screw. Then unlock the winch and crank the handle counterclockwise to loosen the chain. Place the winch in the lock...See More

  • How do I fold my Porta-Dock canopy fabric for off-season storage?

    It is recommended to remove the canopy before taking your boat off the lift for the season. Your boat will provide an easy...See More

  • Porta-Dock Lift Wheel Maintenance

    First, make sure there is no weight on the lift and that the lift bed is all the way down. Failure to do...See More

  • Porta-Dock Vertical Lift Usage Overview

    Slack in the cable can cause the cable to wrap incorrectly on the winch drum. If slack has been created, you might want...See More