How Tight Should The Demco Autoslide Slide Assembly Bolt Be Torqued To
Updated 06/04/2024 | Published 05/29/2024
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Have a 21000 auto slide, How tight should the bolt be that holds the gear and slide together. Took it apart to clean not sure how much to torque.
asked by: Mark A
Expert Reply:
Hey Mark,
I spoke with Demco and they stated that the 5/8" bolt that runs from the upper slide assembly through shaft on the main gear to the bottom side would need to be torqued to 50ft/lbs. He also recommended using some blue Loctite # LT37643 on the bolt to ensure that vibration doesn't cause the bolt to loosen. If you're lubing up the slide on your Autoslide # DM29GV then you'll want to make sure to use lithium grease # L11354 to avoid attracting dirt/debris that could bind it up.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Chevrolet/GMC Prep Package - 21K
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- OEM - GM
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 18 - 19-1/2 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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