Recommended Grease to Lubricate Hitch Ball of Weight Distribution System

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Hello I need to know what to use lubricant for my Anderson weight distribution systems ball to the trailer hitch? Can you verifty? and recommentation? Thanks,

asked by: Wayne M

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To lubricate the hitch ball for your Andersen Weight Distribution System I recommend using White Grease # 58117. This particular grease is designed specifically for this type of application and will do a great job of reducing friction and protecting the ball from wear.

We do not currently carry Andersen WD Systems but I did track down an owner's manual and it did not mention any other parts of the system that should be lubricated.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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You are correct that the Blue Ox SwayPro weight distribution systems do require the use of molybdenum grease. For that you would want the part #LM54FR. If you need a grease gun for that you would also need the part #L30200.

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Yes, the UltraLube Biobased Moly EP Grease part #LM54FR is a molybdenum based grease so it will work with the Blue Ox Sway Pro Weight Distribution Systems like part #BXW1500.

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Answer 6

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