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

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• Can I Use 12" Lube Plate With B&W Companion
  B&W indicated that you can use either 10" or 12" lube plate with the B&W Companion. The 10" is the most common size like part # RP83002 however the skid plate of the B&W hitch is wide enough to accommodate 12" lube plate part # RP83001 so you won't have an issue.
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• Can 2 Lube Plates be Used for Towing with a B&W 5th Wheel Hitch
  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.
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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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• Recommended Lube Plate for Sidewinder King Pin
  Most sidewinders are about 12 inches wide and you also have the wedge to immobilize the connection at the hitch, so I recommend the Reese Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter # RP83002 if you are simply wanting a slightly easier connection. This is constructed of durable nylon (not Teflon) and is deigned to make connection easy and less messy removing the need for grease. The lube plates are designed for pin boxes that rotate at the hitch, so even though they...
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• Does Lube Plate Have to Face Certain Direction
  Either side of the lube plate part # RP83002 will face the pin box as they are not directional.
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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 B and W Companion Fifth Wheel 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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• 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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• 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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• Recommendations for Lube Plate and King Pin Lock Compatibility
  For your B&W hitch, the lube plate will help reduce wear and make sure you don't end up with a greasy mess. Because your king pin lock won't fit on with your lube plate, you can remove it and reinstall for each use or you can get a different lock or lube plate. The locks and lube plates come in different thicknesses, so you determine the best option for your desires. The Blaylock EZ Lock King Pin Lock for 5th Wheel Trailers - Aluminum # BLTL-70-40D only requires 1/2 inch above the...
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• Can Lube Plate for Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch be Moved from Trailer to Trailer
  The correct lube plate for the Reese Elite Series 26.5K hitch, # RP30871, is lube plate # RP83001. You can move a lube plate from trailer to trailer. However, once a lube plate is in place it can be difficult to remove it. It can become hard and could break when trying to pull it off the trailer king pin.
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• How to Pick Out Lube Plate for Fifth Wheel Trailer
  Normally the lube plate size needed is based on the fifth wheel hitch used and not the trailer. For example the Reese part # RP83002 is a 10 inch diameter plate that is designed for 16 and 22k fifth wheel hitches. You might just measure what you currently have and go from there.
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Use with B and W Companion Fifth Wheel 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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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Use with B and W Companion Fifth Wheel 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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• Correct Lube Plate for a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch
  The correct lube plate for a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch is the Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # RP83002 which is 10" diameter x 0.192" thick.
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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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• Play Between King Pin and 5th Wheel Hitch Jaws on Pro Series 5th Wheel Slider Hitch
  Are the jaws of the hitch fully closed around the king pin? If not then the hitch probably needs to be lubricated according to the manual which simply states "Use engine oil to lubricate pivot points of moving parts within the hitch." If you are using a lube plate instead of grease between the ling pin and hitch skid plates then make sure it is 3/16 inches thick or less and that it is at least 10 inches in diameter such as # RP83002. If these things do not help then inspect the king...
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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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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Reese 30032 Fifth Wheel Hitch
  The recommended lube plate for the Reese fifth wheel hitch 30032 is the part # RP83002. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out as well.
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• Hitch Plate That Doesn't Need Lubrication So We Don't Have to Grease Hitch Everyday That We Pull RV
  It sounds like a lube plate may work for you. A lube plate lets the trailer king pin slide into the hitch with ease. There is no need for grease and it also helps prevents scratches on the skid plate of your 5th wheel trailer hitch. Reese offers the 10 inch lube plate, # RP83002, and it works with the Reese 16,000 pound and 22,000 pound fifth wheel hitches. A 12 inch lube plate, # RP83001, is also available and works with Reese 20,000 pound and Elite or Signature Series fifth wheel...
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• Replacement Lube Plate Recommendation for a Pro Series 20k Fifth Wheel Hitch
  The recommended lube plate for a Pro Series 20k fifth wheel hitch is the part # RP83002 which is a 10 inch diameter plate.
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• Replacement 5th Wheel Hitch Lube Plate for Demco 13K Autoslide Hitch
  It sounds like you need a new lube plate for your Demco 5th wheel slider hitch. You can use 10-inch diameter Reese lube plate # RP83002 instead of grease for less mess.
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• Recommended Lube Plate for B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch
  I recommend using the Reese Lube Plate # RP83002 for your 18K B&W Patriot whether it's the stationary # BWRVK3255 or the sliding version # BWRVK3270.
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• Lube Plate Recommendation for Use with B and W Companion Fifth Wheel 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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• Is Lube Plate for Pro Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Available
  I believe you are referring to a lube plate. For a lube plate you would want the part # RP83002 which is 10 inches in diameter.
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Measurements For A 1999 Dodge Ram 6 Foot Bed
  When the hitch is properly installed the king pin will be approximately 2 inches forward of the axle center. In order to find the right location for you to mount your 5th wheel hitch, you will need to have the rear of the base rail 28-7/16 inches from the rear edge of your truck bed. I would recommend measuring the left and right side of the base rail to make sure it is as square as possible in your truck bed. You will also want to make sure your base rail is centered left to right also...
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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 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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• 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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