What Are the Maintenance Requirements for B&W Patriot Sliding 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
Question:
What are the maintenance requirements for the BandW Patriot sliding base BWRVB3270? Are there any grease fittings or other lubricants suggested or required for smooth operation for this slider?
asked by: Eric K
Expert Reply:
B&W lists the following information regarding maintenance for the 18K Patriot slider 5th wheel trailer hitch # BWRVK3270:
Lubricate top surface of coupler with automotive type chassis grease or use a nylon lube plate to provide a lubricated surface.
Grease the saddle through the grease zerk approximately every six months with multi-purpose grease. this allows the coupler to pivot freely.
Grease jaws with automotive type chassis grease.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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Replacement Slider Base for B&W Patriot Slider 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 18,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Slider Parts
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Slider
- Patriot
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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