Does Reese M5 5th Wheel Hitch for 2019 Ram 3500 Need Pivot Assemblies to be Greased
Published 02/06/2020
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Kyle, In the video I watched showing the Revolution wedge being activated, it shows lithium spray being applied to the sides of the wedge and the back side of the pin. If this is correct, how often should I spray those areas? With every trip? Also, does the Revolution pivot point need any maintenance, lubricated? My 5th wheel is a 2018 model and the Revolution pin box has been locked out up to now. I now own a short bed truck and would like to use the Revolution feature. Thanks .
asked by: Tom
Expert Reply:
Thanks for the purchase of the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # RP30918, and the pivot assemblies do not need to be greased before your first trip. What you can do is grease them before the start of each season, and you'll be set.
To do so you can use LubriMatic Multi-Purpose Lithium Grease # L11315 with LubriMatic Professional Pistol Grease Gun # L30416 and attach a grease needle to it, which is available at local automotive stores.
In regards to if it will work with your Revolution pin box, yes it definitely will. The Revolution and M5 have different capacities, but each is more than enough for a 10,500 lb loaded trailer.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- Reese
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Replacement Low Profile Handle for Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Q&A: All 5th Wheel Hitch Options for Factory RAM Towing Prep Package
- Q&A: Shipping Weights of B&W and Reese 5th Wheel Hitches
- Q&A: Fifth Wheel Hitches Available to Fit the Factory Hitch Prep of a 2015 Ram 3500 8 ft Bed
- Q&A: List of 5th Wheel Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Prep Package in 2016 Ram 3500 Long Bed
- Q&A: Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch to Use With Reese Sidewinder Pin Box On 2020 Avalanche 321RS
- Q&A: List of 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Puck System in 2017 Ram 3500 Long Bed
- Q&A: Can the Curt A20 Fixed Hitch be used in a 2022 Ram 3500 Short Bed with the LCI Turning Point
Tom D.
2/6/2020
Kyle, In the video I watched showing the Revolution wedge being activated, it shows lithium spray being applied to the sides of the wedge and the back side of the pin. If this is correct, how often should I spray those areas? With every trip? Also, does the Revolution pivot point need any maintenance, lubricated? My 5th wheel is a 2018 model and the Revolution pin box has been locked out up to now. I now own a short bed truck and would like to use the Revolution feature. Thanks .