Correct Grease Type for Reese M5 5th Wheel Hitch
Question:
I am installing my hitch, but am stuck at the the installation of the head unit to the center section. Reeses instruction sheet indicates grease via a grease gun/fitting along with various other grease points see attached pics, but none of the Reese M5 installation videos Ive seen on etrailer address what type of grease and where/how to apply it. Any suggestions or help for this? Thank you.
asked by: Mike G
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Expert Reply:
Hey Mike, thanks for reaching out!
You'll want to use white lithium grease like the LubriMatic # L11354 for your Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP26FR. We go through the basics of the installations in our videos which is why we don't really address the grease part of the situation.
In the instructions it references using grease or a Lube Plate # RP83002 for the hitch head where the pin box will be making contact with the hitch head.
Products Referenced in This Question
LubriMatic White Lithium Grease - 14 oz. Cartridge
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Grease
- Multi-Purpose Grease
- Petroleum-Based
- White Lithium Grease
- Lithium 12-Hydroxystearate
- 14 oz
- LubriMatic
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Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Plates
- Lube Plate
- Reese
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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- Reese
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