Using Lube Plate with B and W Fifth Wheel Hitch

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We have a B and W 16k fifth wheel hitch and looking for a lube plate. What is the difference in lube plates RP83004 and RP83001?

asked by: Linda

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The only difference between the two lube plates is the color and their thickness. The # RP83004 is black in color, and is 1/8 of an inch, or .125 thick. The # RP83001 is white in color, and is a bit thicker at .192 of an inch, or just below 1/4 inch thick. I would recommend going with the thinner # RP83004, as using a plate that is too thick might make hitching more difficult. I spoke to my B and W contact who tells me that it is perfectly acceptable to use a lube plate if you wish.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Generally speaking, the lube plate will need to cover the skid plate on the 5th wheel hitch. There are some pin boxes out there that will recommend a specific lube plate but most of the times this classification will be from the 5th wheel hitch…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

The lube plate size that B&W has recommended is 10", although the 12" will also work. The lube plates that are 10" are the Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter #RP83002 and the Curt…

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Answer 4

Realistically, you can position the pivot arms of the B&W Companion #BWRVK3300 3" in front of the axle (closest to the cab) or 1" in front of the axle (farthest from the cab) when installing it in the factory puck system of…

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Answer 5

So the lifespan and when to change a lube plate doesn't have a hard and fast answer because there are numerous variables associated with how long it will last. The terrain you are going over, the weight of your trailer, and the frequency…

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I spoke with my contact at Reese regarding the lube plate #RP83002 and its lifespan. He said that there is no set duration it is good for. This is because it all depends on the weight of the trailer, how much you tow the trailer, and the terrain…

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Answer 7

Yes, the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails item #BWRVK2506 are compatible with Reese sliding 5th wheel hitches. This custom kit is confirmed to fit your 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500. It will supply you with a set of industry standard rails…

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Answer 8

You have made a good decision thinking about using the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3255 on your 2018 Chevy Silverado 2500 and the ability to adjust it front-to-back will not affect its towing characteristics. This hitch adjusts to…

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Answer 9

I spoke with GCH Automotive about the Truck Bed Cargo Camera for 8" Factory Monitor part #3460006 which is a fit for your 2014 Ford F-350 with Sync 2 and they informed me that you can use either the red wire on the switch for power or the red…

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Answer 10

The Custom Third Brake Light Camera for 8" Factory Monitor part #3460006 which is a fit for a 2015 Ford F-350 does come with a switch that can be substituted for a switch of your own such as a pre-existing upfitter stitch. This was been…

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Answer 11

This is a great question. The B&W OEM Companion #BWRVK3715 and the Curt A25 #C24FR for the factory pucks on your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 (congrats on the new truck, by the way!) represent the very peak of fixed 5th wheel hitches on the market.…

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Answer 12

For your 2014 Ford F-250 with a Hide a Goose hitch installed the air bag kit you want is the Firestone part #F2597 because it was designed to fit with gooseneck hitches installed like what you have. The Air Lift may work, but it's never been…

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