Grease Recommendation for a 5th Wheel Trailer Pin Box and Hitch

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What do you recommend as a proper lubricant for the 5th wheel and pin attachment?

asked by: Dale M

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To lubricate the trailer king pin and skids plate on the hitch/pin box I recommend red grease # L11390.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Dexter makes 5,200 lb trailer brake assemblies that are self adjusting like part #23-458-459 as well as ones that are manual adjust like part #23-105-106 so it could go either way. I attached a picture that points out what to look for on your…

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Answer 2

There is no reason to grease the king pin on a 5th wheel trailer since the skid plates should be greased. I hesitate to say that you could grease it up if you wanted to only because if the grease attracts dirt and debris it could cause excessive wear…

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For a great option of Nev-R-Adjust brakes on your 1999 Jayco Designed 5th-wheel trailer, I recommend the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand #23-459 along with the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake…

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I recommend the LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease #L11390 for your Dexter axle on your 2021 Vista Cruiser Travel Trailer. This grease is specifically formulated to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures under high pressures. It is also…

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Answer 5

The LMX red grease like the Lubrimatic LMX part #L11390 that you referenced is what I recommend. This is perfectly compatible with the Lithium based grease your hubs have in them now and is considered to be the most heavy duty option available. Using…

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I recommend the LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease #L11390 for the bearings on your 2021 Jayco Eagle 5th wheel with Dexter Axles. This is a lithium complex grease so it will be compatible with your grease. The grease is specifically formulated…

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Answer 7

The adjustment wheel that you are using to tighten the brakes just needs to be turned the other way. The adjustment wheel just pushes out the spread of the shoes or takes them back in if turned the other way. Nev-R-Adjust brakes like #23-459 work the…

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Answer 8

You will want to use a white lithium grease for the grease fitting that is on top of the head unit on your B & W 5th Wheel Companion Trailer Hitch, #BWKRVK3300. I recommend using item #L11354. This is a multi-purpose white lithium grease that…

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Answer 9

The RED grease is the best grease for trailer hubs. It's marine grade and the most heavy-duty grease around so its what we recommend the most. For that you would want #L11390. This grease also happens to be the most universal. You are going to…

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Answer 10

I spoke with my contact at MaxxAir regarding your vent like the MaxxFan #MA00-04500K. He said what you are experiencing might be caused by a short in the rain sensor. Since that light is coming off and on, this is likely the issue and what is also…

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Answer 11

The Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider #C16521, along with the Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit #C16427-204 that is confirmed to fit your 2018 Ram 2500, is an excellent system and a great choice for towing your fifth-wheel trailer. I…

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Answer 12

On the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs #BWRVK3600, the moving components of the locking jaws need to be lubed but the pin does not need lube. These jaws are the only part of the hitch that…

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