Can 2 Lube Plates be Used for Towing with a B&W 5th Wheel Hitch

Question:

I have a 20K lb BandW fifth wheel hutch. I see where you recommended using Reese Accessories and Parts - RP83002 for it. I am a novice fifth wheel owner and am wondering about the advisability of using 2 lube plates? Is that “overkill” or would it be helpful friction between the lube plates rather than on the hutch skid plate and or the kingpin?? Thanks for your advice.

asked by: Dee D

Expert Reply:

I don't think it would hurt anything to use 2 of the Reese Lube Plate # RP83002 for towing with a B&W 5th wheel hitch like part # BWRVK3300, but I also don't think it would really help either.

I recommend just using one lube plate at a time to make sure you get the most out of each lube plate. Since these only have a diameter of 10" and only measure 0.192" thick it wouldn't be difficult to keep some in storage.

expert reply by: Jon G