Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter

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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2018 Ram 2500 With 6-1/2 Foot Bed
  
• The fifth wheel hitch I strongly recommend for your 2018 Ram 2500 with the factory puck system is the B&W Companion # BWRVK3670. The Companion is considered by many to be the highest-quality fifth wheel hitch available. It features dual jaws which are a full 1" thick to provide complete contact with your king pin so you can have faith that your connection is completely secure. I've added a picture of the jaws so you can see for yourself how impressive they are. The Companion is also...
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• B&W Companion Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500
  
• For your 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500 the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3700 is the best option you have for the factory rail kit. The Companion hitches are among the nicest hitches around and are considered by most as the best fifth wheel hitch. This would be a great solution. This also will easily work with a Lippert Trailair pin box. For a B&W Companion hitch I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the...
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for a B&W 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• There is a lube plate you can use with B&W 5th wheel hitches but Lippert lube plate # LC286160 is just a smidge too large for B&W hitches. Instead you can use the Reese lube plate # RP83002 which has a 10 inch diameter. I have linked a video review of it for you.
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• How To Choose a Lube Plate for a 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• The correct size lube plate to use will be based on the surface area of the skid plate on the 5th wheel hitch. The majority of 5th wheel hitches will use either a 10" or 12" lube plate. However, the overall diameter is not as important as the thickness is because certain 5th wheel hitches will actually state that you cannot go over a certain thickness which is why it is important to check the manual prior. With that being said, the 10" Diameter Lube Plate part # RP83002 which is only 3/16"...
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Use with B and W Companion Fifth Wheel
  
• For a B&W Companion hitch I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, # 16721, both of which will work nicely with your Companion hitch. This will work well with your Trailair pin box as well.
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• Recommended Lube Plate for B&W Patriot 18K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• For your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255, B&W recommends using a 10 inch lube plate like the Reese # RP83002 or the Curt # 16721. This is your best option to prevent scratches on the hitch's skid plate and ease hookup with the trailer. There is not a bolt-on plate like the Reese # 83003 available that will work on the B&W Patriot. In addition to using the lube plate, B&W also recommends lubricating the polyurethane bushings on top of the pivot arms with high grade lithium...
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• Recommended Replacement 5th Wheel Lube Disk
  
• The Lippert Never Fail Whisper Disk Lube Plate for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # LC286160 should not need to be moved by hand while hooking up. I recommend getting a different lube plate like # RP83002 to try to get a better fit around your king pin since there really isn't a good way to secure the plate to your pin box or king pin and still make it function correctly.
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• Lube Disk Recommendation for Use with B and W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch
  
• For a B&W Companion hitch like the part # BWRVK3600 I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, # 16721, both of which will work nicely with your Companion hitch. B and W recommends the use of a lube plate so we also recommend it.
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• Installation of B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck on 2001 Ford F-350
  
• The Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1108-5W is a great gooseneck system and is also a really nice combination with the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W on your 2001 Ford F-350. For this installation, you will need to slightly lower the exhaust and remove the heat shield as you mentioned. You will reinstall the heat shield so there won't be any issues with heat transfer. I double checked this with the manufacturer. Because...
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• Recommended 10-Inch Lube Plates for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch BWRVK3400
  
• For the excellent B&W Companion Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Hitch Adapter # BWRVK3400 I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate # RP83002 which is my top choice and also the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate # 16721. Both will work nicely with your Companion hitch. B&W recommends the use of a lube plate so we also recommend it. Your hitch will stay a lot cleaner and you will still get good performance without grease.
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• Lube Plate Recommendations for a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• For a B&W Companion hitch I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, # 16721, both of which will work nicely with your Companion hitch.
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• What Size Fifth-Wheel Lube Plate is Needed for a B and W Companion Hitch
  
• The proper size Lube plate for use with the B and W Companion hitch is a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We carry two lube plates this size. The Reese Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 inch Diameter, item # RP83002, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, item # 16721, will both work with your Companion hitch nicely.
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• Parts Needed to Install Demco Hijacker Autoslide DM8550024 on 2016 Ford F250 6.5ft w/ Factory Rails
  
• Yes, the Demco Hihacker Autoslide # DM8550024 is the 18K 5th wheel hitch you ordered and will be compatible with your 2016 Ford F-250 6.5 foot bed with factory installed underbed rail kit. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide fifth wheel hitch # DM8550024 comes assembled from the factory to help make the installation easier and quicker. The only prep work necessary is to bolt on the side plates, which are included. You will not need any additional parts to install the Hijacker, but I did...
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• Lube Plate Size for 15,000 LB 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• For your fifth-wheel hitch you will need the 10 inch Fifth-Wheel Lube Plate, item # 83002. The 12 inch Lube Plate, item # RP83001, is for the larger hitches and the Reese Signature Series hitch.
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• Parts Needed to 5th Wheel Tow with a 2017 Ram 3500 Dually Using B&W Companion for OEM Pucks
  
• The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3600 is an excellent option and I'm glad to hear that you are strongly considering it for your 2017 Ram 3500 Dually. Not only does the Companion fit directly to your OEM puck system but it also utilizes 1" thick dual jaws for a very secure connection and a cam-action latching handle that allows you to easily release your king pin even if you are terrain that would normally cause binding for other hitches. I have attached a video and some pictures...
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• B&W 5th Wheel Companion Hitch Compatibility With Lube Plate
  
• That doesn't seem right that your king pin won't fit unless you are using the wrong lube plate. There are a couple lube plates we recommend for use with B&W Companion hitch like # BWRVK3500. The proper size lube plate for use with the B&W Companion hitch is a 10 inch diameter lube plate. I recommend the Reese Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 inch Diameter, item # RP83002 or the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate # 16721. We have confirmed either will...
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• Reese Fifth Wheel 30051 Grease Maintanence Schedule
  
• According to the instruction from Reese that found for your hitch: Before each trip, lubricate skid plate surface of the hitch with automotive type chassis grease or use a plastic lube plate to provide a lubricated surface. Use engine oil to lubricate pivot points of moving parts within the hitch. Plastic lube plates # RP83002 can be used to avoid messy grease. The plastic lube plate must not exceed 3/16 of an inch in thickness to ensure hitch will operate properly. Lube plates must...
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• 30k Reese Low Profile 5th Wheel Lube Plate Recommendation
  
• Yes, with the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054 can use a lube plate. The correct replacement lube plate is part # RP83002. Or, you can use a heavy automotive grease according to the installation instructions I attached for this hitch.
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• Is a Lube Plate Recommended for Use with a B and W Companion Hitch
  
• For a B&W Companion hitch I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, # 16721, both of which will work nicely with your Companion hitch. B and W recommends the use of a lube plate so we also recommend it.
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• How Long Does a 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate Last
  
• 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 you will be towing the trailer on. A heavier trailer towed frequently on dusty back roads would cause the plate to wear out faster than a light trailer towed infrequently on pavement. You will want to look at the plate before hooking up and...
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Use with B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch
  
• The proper size Lube plate for use with the B and W Patriot hitch is a 10 inch diameter lube plate. It is recommended to use one. We carry two lube plates this size. The Reese Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 inch Diameter, item # RP83002, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, item # 16721, will both work with your Patriot hitch nicely.
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• Installing and Using a Lube Plate Instead of Grease on a 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• Using a lube plate is very simple. Simply slide it over the king pin on the trailer before hitching up. The lube plate prevents metal to metal contact of the king pin on the head unit of the fifth wheel hitch making hitching up easier. No grease is required if you are using a lube plate. The 12 inch diameter plate is intended for use with 20K hitches or Reese Elite or Signature Series Fifth Wheel hitches. If your hitch is not an Elite or Signature Series and has a capacity less than...
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for a B and W Companion Hitch
  
• The proper size Lube plate for use with the B and W Companion hitch is a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We carry two lube plates this size. The Reese Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 inch Diameter, item # RP83002, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, item # 16721, will both work with your Companion hitch nicely. The only lube plates we offer are ones that go around the king pin.
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• Is It Still Needed to Grease Hitch and Pin Box When Using a Lube Plate
  
• When using a lube plate like # RP83002, you can still grease the king pin to help with movement inside of the hitch. Using a lube plate eliminates the need to grease the skid plate on the hitch and the underside of the pin box. When greasing the hitch face and king pin face, it can get quite messy. The lube plate eliminates the need to grease both of these components and helps keep them cleaner. I have attached a review video of the #RP83002 lube plate for you.
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• Recommended Lube Plate for Reese 16K Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch RP30051
  
• The Reese 16K Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch # RP30051 has a specific matching lube plate, which we offer, part # RP83002. Some other lube plates will indeed be too thick to let the king pin lock properly in the jaws.
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• How to Install a Fifth Wheel Lube Plate on a 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• Installation of the Reese Fifth Wheel Lube Plate # 83002, is accoplished by just pushing the disc onto the trailer king pin. The serrations in the disc allow it to flex and form a friction fit against the pin box around the base of the king pin.
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• Determining Correct Lube Plate to Use with Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• A lube plate will be more specific to the fifth-wheel hitch in your truck than to the particular pin box model that is on your new trailer. You will just want to make sure the lube plate you purchase provides enough surface area to cover your Reese model hitch. The king pin that it will actually attach to on the trailer is a standardized size, and shouldn't change between pin box models. If you have a 16,000 pound, 22,000 pound, or 30,000 pound Reese fifth-wheel hitch, the correct lube...
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• Lube Plate to Use with B&W 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• I suggest a 10 inch lube plate on your B&W Fifth Wheel Hitch. The Reese # RP83002 is a great choice. There's also a Curt # 16721. Both will work just fine with your hitch.
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