Lubricating a Locking Hitch Pin

Updated 07/06/2010 | Published 07/04/2010

Question:

I purchased this anti rattle device from you a few years back. It works excellent, however, the rubber cap is long gone and I am starting to have problems with the lock sticking. I have tried grease, oil, silicone spray, wd 40, liq wrench, etc to keep it lubed. Can you tell me what the proper lube is for this device? I checked reese website with no luck.

asked by: brian l

Expert Reply:

For lubricating any lock, a dry lubricant like powdered graphite is recommended.

Using grease and oil or spray lubricants like WD 40 can actually attract dirt and grime and make the lock cylinder sticky after a time.

expert reply by: Mike L