Demco Autoslide Maintenance On Bottom Slider Jaws

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Any grease on the bottom slider jaws?

asked by: Don

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When using a 5th wheel hitch like the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs # DM8550034, the slider jaws on the bottom don't need extra grease. I reached out to my contact at the manufacturer and he said there normally isn't a need to add grease to that part of the system, but some people choose to. If you do add grease, he recommends maintaining it so that there isn't extra build up due to that extra grease. It technically will help a little if maintained well, but they don't suggest it because the build up if not maintained correctly could cause problems.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

I reached out to my contact at Demco to see if they have ran into this problem as well, as of right now they have not had trouble with the new GM system. When GM redesigned the full size trucks, they also redesigned the factory puck systems which…

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Answer 2

The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #DM8550034 comes pre-greased from the factory but Demco does recommend keeping all moving parts well greased and lubricated over time as part of regular maintenance. They recommend simply…

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Answer 3

You would not need a lube plate with a Demco HiJacker Autosliding 5th wheel trailer hitch because the hitch head will turn with the trailer pin box. The locking plate #DM6095 has a piece on the bottom that wedges into the hitch head funnel. Then the…

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Answer 4

I reached out to my contact at Demco and he said that depending on the year, there was a gear adjustment bolt on the cab side of the base of the older Hijacker models. He also said some of the slide bar heads had an adjustment bolt there as well for…

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Answer 5

Your Demco Hijacker FWA 24PA 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #DM6076P-16K can require some lubrication from time to time. You'll want to use some White Lithium Grease #L11354 to lube the jaws/handle and prevent dirt/debris build up.

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Answer 6

I attached a diagram and instructions on where and how often to grease the Demco Hijacker part #DM6077 that you have. It's recommended that you use white lithium grease like the part #L11354 for a cartridge for a grease gun.

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Answer 7

For your Demco Hijacker Autoslide #DM8550034, the maintenance is fairly easy compared to the function of the slider. You will wan to remove the two side gear covers and inspect the gear system for any wear or issues. Then you may apply light grease…

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Answer 8

Unfortunately, there's no way you're going to get enough turning clearance with only 36 inches of bed space with either a sliding hitch or Sidewinder. You won't even be able to install the fifth wheel hitch with the sleeper shell…

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Answer 9

We don't offer a video, but that's a great idea that I'll suggest to our shop manager. The maintenance procedures for the Demco #DM8550040 Hijacker Autoslide 5th wheel hitch are outlined in the linked owner's manual, but the keeping…

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Answer 10

I reached out to my contact at Demco and he mentioned that you will want to make sure you are using the universal locking plate the was included with your Lippert turning point pin box on your New Jayco 5th wheel trailer. There is a long side and…

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Answer 11

I attached a picture that I took from the install instructions for the Demco Hijacker part #DM8550034 that you referenced that shows all of the components of it that need to be lubricated. From the handle, to the head to the autosliding components.

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Answer 12

If you're having issues coupling to your Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000lbs the jaws could need to be greased but it could also be the handle or the internal springs. When pulling the…

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