The ShorePort Flexi-Hinge Assembly creates a flexible front connection between one ShorePort and a traditional wood or metal floating dock. The two rubber-belt hinge assemblies allow the port and dock to move with changing water while maintaining a defined perpendicular loading position. The adjustable slotted hardware helps align the ShorePort height with the dock during installation.
Why Use a Front-Mount Flexi-Hinge?
Straight-On PWC Approach
A perpendicular/front-mount layout lets the rider approach the rollers from open water without turning tightly alongside the dock.
Controlled Flexibility
Rubber belting allows relative movement between the floating dock and ShorePort instead of creating a rigid connection.
Height Adjustment
Slotted angles and extension plates help position the hinge so the rubber belt remains level when the PWC is loaded.
Pair Supplied for One Port
The kit provides the two connection points used at the front of a ShorePort for a stable, balanced attachment.
Is This the Correct ShorePort Connector?
Use This Kit For
Front / Perpendicular Floating-Dock Installations
- One ShorePort positioned with its nose facing the floating dock.
- Traditional wood or metal floating docks that can accept the extension plates and mounting hardware.
- Calmer water conditions where a flexible connection is appropriate.
Choose Different Hardware For
Side Mounts or Rougher Water
- A ShorePort positioned parallel to the dock; use the parallel-mount Flexi-Hinge.
- Heavy boat traffic or waves greater than about 18 inches; use a properly designed pipe-bracket and stand-off system.
- Rigid docks or PolyDock layouts that require a different connector package.
What’s Included
- Two ShorePort Flexi-Hinge weldment assemblies
- Two rubber conveyor-belt hinge plates
- Dock extension plates, slotted adjustment angles and Poly top connectors
- Connecting rods and stainless/brass installation hardware
- Part Number 1007015
Not Included in the Base Product
- ShorePort PWC port
- Floating dock, lumber or structural dock reinforcement
- Pipe brackets, stand-off brackets or anchoring pipe
- Installation labor and tools
The Rubber Belt Must Be Level Under Load
Install and adjust the extension plates so the rubber belt is horizontal when the PWC is loaded on the ShorePort. A belt held at an angle or under constant strain can damage the connection or port.
For multiple ShorePorts mounted side by side, use at least one approved connection assembly per port and follow the complete ShoreMaster layout instructions.
Front Mount or Parallel Mount?
Choose this kit when the ShorePort will extend straight out from the face of a traditional floating dock.
Choose the parallel kit when one ShorePort will run alongside the dock for side access to the PWC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this kit sold as a pair?
Yes. Part 1007015 includes the paired flexible-hinge components used for one front/perpendicular ShorePort connection.
Will it attach a ShorePort alongside the dock?
No. For a parallel side-mount installation, use the Parallel Mount ShorePort Flexi-Hinge.
Is it appropriate for rough water?
The ShorePort instructions direct owners in heavy boat traffic or waves greater than approximately 18 inches to use stand-off and pipe-bracket anchoring instead of relying on a Flexi-Hinge connection.
Can this kit connect PolyDock to a wood or metal floating dock?
The same flexible-hinge concept can be used in certain PolyDock transition applications, but the layout and hardware must be confirmed for the specific dock sections being connected.
What tools are needed?
Installation typically requires common wrenches, sockets, measuring tools and appropriate tools for fastening the extension plates to the dock. Follow the official instructions for fastener locations and torque.
Need Help Choosing ShorePort Connection Hardware?
Call with photos of the dock edge, the desired ShorePort orientation and an estimate of wave exposure. We can help determine whether a front Flexi-Hinge or a more rigid pipe system is appropriate.
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