Below we have provided specification tables, which include links to downloadable CAD files for each size kit we list. If you would like to discuss what size kit or kits would work best for your application, please contact us.

A: All of our boat kits use super tough HDPE plastic floats with closed-cell urethane foam filling. The HDPE plastic shells are rotomolded parts that are made from the same material that pick-up truck bed liners and snowmobile skis are made from. Our floats are individually sealed units, but in the event that one is punctured, you simply can't sink. To see all the details on our plastic float construction, please visit our MODULAR PLASTIC FLOATS page.

Q: How quickly do the kits ship? How does shipping work?

A: Our large barge kits are build-to-order and turn-around time is typically 4-6 weeks, but that can vary depending on current work load. Our busiest time is typically May through July, but any time of the year, filling orders is our top priority, and we ship as quickly as possible.

Floats ship from our partnering factory in Arkansas, and frames ship from our metal fabrication shop in NH. This means that all pontoon boat and work platform kits will arrive as two shipments. If you're close enough to NH or AR, local pick-up of either your floats or frame kit is available with prior arrangements. We also have international shipping available if you're located outside the US. We can ship via truck freight to Canada and Mexico, but if you're located outside of North America, we only ship via ocean freight. We can ship just about anywhere in the world, but it is most economical to pick-up at your local sea port if you're outside North America. When shipping via sea freight, the cost that you pay through us is ONLY the cost to get the freight onto the boat and physically to the local dock or to your doorstep. Your local port WILL have additional fees on top of our freight charge, and you WILL be responsible for your local importaion taxes and fees on top of those costs. We simply don't have a way to calculate or collect these fees ahead of delivery, so we strongly recommend doing your own research concerning the local fees you will encounter when importing our products. Also, many countries require working with an importation broker to file customs documents. We do not include this service and you will be responsible for making such arrangements.

Q: Are custom sizes available?

A: Yes! Our large barge frame systems for 37" wide floats are able to go up to 16' wide and 40' long if you joint two barge modules together. Individual barge modules can be as long as 20' with our system, but not longer due to the way our materials come from the factory. We're happy to provide custom frame configurations, but as new designs are rather time intensive, please be curtious with your requests. Due to work loads typically being fairly heavy, we will not provide full CAD models of custom configurations before you're prepared to purchase. If you need a custom configuration, please use our provided CAD models to design what you need. If you provide us with a CAD model of what you need, it'll make your order quicker to both quote and produce.

Frame systems for Elephant series pontoons will be added soon!

Q: How do I mount an engine or a motor on one of the boat kits?

A: At this time, we do not offer transoms that are appropriate for our large barge systems. Traditional pontoon boat transoms can be mounted to these systems, but most of our customers will end up building their own motor mounting systems. We do not currently have plans to offer motor mounting pods for this frame system.

Q: What do I use for decking?

A: At this time, we do not offer an appropriate decking for our large barge systems. Our current aluminum decking that we offer for our small scale boats is not engineered to handle the weight that our large barge systems can handle. When decking one of our large bage frame systems, we recommend using either thick wood planks, thick marine grade plywood, or the type of aluminum decking that is used on heavy-duty cargo trailers. DO NOT USE PRESSURE TREATED WOOD on our frame systems. The copper content in residential construction type pressure treated timber eats aluminum in wet environments and completely voids your frame warranty.

Q: What is the warranty on these kits?

A: Our floats have a 1-year warranty that covers manufacturing defects. This period starts the day that the floats leave the factory. This is a 365 day period and the warranty covers the cost of freight for customers in the contiguous US (Alaska and Hawaii are not included), but not the cost of installation. Our frame systems have a 2-year warranty that covers manufacturing defects. This warranty starts the day that the frame kit is shipped and is a 730 day period. The frame kit warranty covers the cost of freight for customers in the contiguous US (Alaska and Hawaii are not included), but not the cost of installation or assembly. For non-US customers, for both floats and frame kits, replacement parts themselves are covered under warranty, but the cost of freight is not included. If you receive a product and find a defect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will replace the part or parts after clear pictures of the defect or defects are received. Crash damage, misuse, and abuse are not covered under warranty.

Q: How is payment accepted?

A: For orders totaling up to $7000, we are able to accept payment via credit card, PayPal, check, or electronic bank transfer. Payment for orders totaling over $7000 must be in the form of a bank-to-bank wire transfer, ACH payment, company check, or certified bank check. Personal checks are not accepted for orders totaling over $7000. Payment is due at the time the order is placed, and no order will be placed into our production queue before payment is received. "Net" payment terms are not offered by Silver Lake Fabrication LLC. This is a steadfast company policy. All prices provided are in USD and are subject to change without prior public notice.

Q: How do returns and cancellations work?

A: Simply put, they do not work. We DO NOT accept returns and we WILL NOT cancel an order. We work hard to get orders out the door as quickly as possible and provide the best service that we can. This means that when you commit to a purchase, we have committed to fill the order in a timely manner. Once an order is placed, the money you've paid goes into materials and labor specifically for your order, and we don't get that back, even if you change your mind. We repeat, WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS AND WE WILL NOT CANCEL ORDERS.